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Guest House. Lively. Set in Knysna, 30 metres from Bollard Bay Beach, One on Bollard offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Boasting a garden, the guest house is close to several noted attractions, around 1.9 km from Coney Glen Beach, 1.7 km from Knysna Heads and 1.8 km from View Point Eastern Knysna Head. All guest rooms come with a patio with garden views, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Netflix, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the guest house all rooms include a wardrobe and a private bathroom. Guests at One on Bollard can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and car hire is available at One on Bollard. Guests can rent free bicycles and kayaks. Knysna Forest is 7 km from the guest house, while Knysna National Lake Area is 3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay, 25 km from One on Bollard, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Lodge. Cool. Great views. Popular among couples. Candlewood Lodge is a 5-star bed and breakfast located only minutes away from the centre of town and boasts spectacular views over the Knysna Heads and Knysna Lagoon. With an emphasis to detail, the guest rooms have been tastefully designed and uniquely decorated. Candlewood Lodge is ideally located to explore Knysna and its beautiful surrounding and is an ideal base to venture further along the Garden Route. All rooms have en suite shower, a separate area and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding area. Candlewood has a bar area where guests can take a drink and read a book. Relax and sunbathe the whole day by the an outdoor pool, jacuzzi and sun deck. Knysna Golf Club is 3.3 km away, while both Pezula Championship Golf Course and Simola Golf Course are within 6 km from the property. Candlewood Lodge can assist with arranging tee times and equipment. Show full description

Guest House. Very cosy. Great bar. Chez Pierre in Knysna features free bikes and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Among the various facilities are a garden and a terrace. Guests can take part in various activities in the surroundings, including cycling and fishing. East Head with beautiful views over the ocean is only 2 km away and George airport is 50 km from the property We have an invertor generator, so are not affected by loadshedding. The guest house features a shared lounge. At the guest house, every room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Chez Pierre provides certain units with mountain views, and all rooms are fitted with a coffee machine. All guest rooms have a private bathroom. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable. Show full description

Apartment. Creative. Lovely interior design. Set 50 metres from Bollard Bay Beach on Leisure Isle in Knysna, this apartment features free WiFi and a patio. The property boasts views of the garden and free private parking is available on site. This apartment has a loft room with 2 single beds upstairs and a double room with an en suite bathroom downstairs. It has a well-equipped kitchenette, a seating area and a furnished terrace with BBQ facilities. Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for golfing. Viewpoint & Picnic is 600 metres from La Maison du Bonheur, while Knysna Heads is 1.1 km away. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and canoeing. The nearest airport is George Airport, 63 km from the property. Show full description

Guest House. Great bar. Located a few metres from Knysna Lagoon, The Knysna Belle Guest House in Leisure Isle offers uninterrupted views of the Outeniqua Mountains. It has an outdoor pool, free internet and free private parking. The rooms at the 4-star Knysna Belle Guest House have satellite TV, a tea/coffee maker, a safety deposit box and under-floor heating. Some rooms have a balcony or patio with lagoon or garden views. The Knysna Belle serves a rich breakfast on the terrace, which features views of the pool and garden. The guest house can also arrange lunch baskets for guests who would like to enjoy a picnic on Leisure Isle’s white sandy beaches. The Belle Guest House has an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers and landscaped gardens.The complimentary bikes or kayaks available from the guesthouse can be used for scenic trips around Leisure Isle. The Knysna is a 10-minute drive from Knysna centre. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Charming. Nice surroundings. Set just 4.4 km from Pezula Golf Club, bWhale guest house offers accommodation in Knysna with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a 24-hour front desk. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. You can play table tennis and darts at bWhale guest house, and the area is popular for cycling. The bed and breakfast features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. The units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a kettle. The units are equipped with a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while certain rooms here will provide you with a patio and some have garden views. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Continental and vegetarian breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests may relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. The accommodation has an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area. Knysna Heads is 4.9 km from bWhale guest house, while Simola Golf and Country Estate is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay, 33 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Apartment. Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Featuring a private entrance to Leisure Isle, a patio with garden views and free bikes, Panzi Garden Suite can be found in Knysna, close to Bollard Bay Beach and an 11-minute walk from Coney Glen Beach. Boasting free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and canoeing. The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. A barbecue and a sun terrace are available for guests at Panzi Garden Suite to use. Knysna Heads is 3.3 km from the accommodation, while Knysna Forest is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay Airport, 36 km from Panzi Garden Suite. Show full description

Guest House. Charming. Great interior design. Popular among women. Located in a cottage-style house directly on the edge the Knysna Lagoon, TwoAngels offers a variety of uniquely designed self-catering accommodation with panoramic views. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The individual design of the rooms is bright and includes features such as exposed beamed ceilings and frescoes. Each of the apartments and suites has its own kitchen. They all come equipped with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player and they have a private bathroom. Guests can also dine in nearby cafes and restaurants, only a 5 minute drive away. Free public parking is available close to TwoAngels and local attractions include Harkeville Forest, 10 km away, and the Elephant Park, 20 km away. George Airport is a 60-minute drive away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Great value. Located in Knysna, 6.1 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, Knysna Hollow Country Estate provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Featuring a shared lounge, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available daily at the property. The hotel has a terrace and pool views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. All units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Knysna Hollow Country Estate features certain units that include a balcony, and all rooms include a coffee machine. At the accommodation every room has bed linen and towels. Guests at Knysna Hollow Country Estate will be able to enjoy activities in and around Knysna, like cycling. Knysna Forest is 6.5 km from the hotel, while Knysna Heads is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay, 34 km from Knysna Hollow Country Estate, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Highly elegant. Great value. Popular among couples. Located on a 3 acre estate, this property offers luxury rooms with lagoon views, 2 swimming pools and a landscaped garden. It is 15 minutes’ drive from Pezula Golf Club. St. James of Knysna offers rooms and suites fitted with deluxe bedding and furniture. Room amenities include satellite TV, minibar and a tea/coffee maker. Bathrobes and international adaptors are provided for all rooms. Breakfast is served in the morning and light snacks are also available. Guests can enjoy a complimentary lagoon cruise on The Boat. Massage treatments are also available. Located on Knysna Lagoon, St. James of Knysna is a few minutes’ drive from the fishing, yachting and scuba diving activities nearby. It is 1.5 km away from Simola Golf and Country Estate. Show full description

Guest House. Lovely property. Popular among couples. Isola Bella is a charming guesthouse on the water's edge of Leisure Isle, inside the spectacular Knysna Lagoon, a favorite vacation destination along Western Cape’s delightful Garden Route. Step out of your front door onto a beach on the Indian Ocean by the majestic Knysna Heads. Isola Bella is perfect for small groups, which can rent the entire guesthouse. The bedrooms are luxuriously stylish and bright and have private bathrooms. The surrounding area offers an abundance of adventure and recreational activities. They include fishing, hiking, mountain biking, golf, game drives, forest walks, surfing and swimming. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Great bar. Popular among women. Perfectly set in Knysna, Bollard Bay House offers luxury accommodation alongside the Knysna River. The house has an outdoor pool and a bar. Guests can enjoy an array of water sports a stone's throw away. The guests rooms are chic with white furnishings and marine hue finishes, highlighting the seaside atmosphere of Bollard Bay. Each room has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Complete with a hairdryer and free bathroom amenities, the private bathrooms are fitted with a bath or shower. Extras include an outside seating are. At Bollard Bay House you will find a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. The bed and breakfast is 5.8 km from Pezula Golf Club, 4.2 km from Linsay Castle by Noetzie Beach. Simola Golf Course is a 25-minute drive from the property. Show full description

Apartment. Lively. Great location. Popular among women. Founders Keepers is a spacious self-catering apartment ideally located just a 5-minute walk from Leisure Island Beach. This apartment offers a unique advantage - it is equipped with an inverter, ensuring it remains unaffected by load shedding. So, whether you're relaxing in the comfort of your upstairs apartment or enjoying the entertainment options, such as the smart TV with Netflix and YouTube, you can always count on uninterrupted power supply. Additionally, the apartment features high-speed fiber broadband, providing you with fast and reliable internet access. Step onto the wooden deck of this apartment and you'll find a perfect space for relaxation. Equipped with sun loungers, a parasol, table with chairs, it's an ideal spot for soaking up the sun or enjoying alfresco meals. You can even fire up the gas barbecue and indulge in some outdoor cooking. Inside, the stylish bedroom boasts a fan for your comfort and a newly renovated en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The lounge area, which leads onto the deck, includes a single sofa bed, allowing you to unwind and enjoy some time to relax. An open-plan fully kitted kitchen with a two-plate gas stove, fridge, toaster and microwave., or if you're in the mood for a barbecue, you can make use of the gas barbecue facilities provided. For your convenience, there are supermarkets in Knysna, just a 10-minute drive away. In addition to Knysna's stunning beaches, outdoor activities, and recreational facilities, Leisure Island also boasts some lovely dining options. You'll find a selection of coffee shops and restaurants within easy reach of Founders Keepers Apartment. Whether you're in the mood for a leisurely brunch, a cozy coffee break, or a delightful dinner, Leisure Island has something to satisfy every palate. After a refreshing walk on the beach or a day of exploring, you can indulge in the culinary delights offered by the local coffee shops. Start your day with a steaming cup of freshly brewed coffee and a delectable pastry, or unwind in the afternoon with a soothing cup of tea. The coffee shops on Leisure Island provide a welcoming atmosphere where you can relax and enjoy a wide range of beverages and light bites. After a satisfying meal, you can take a leisurely stroll back to Founders Keepers Apartment, enjoying the serene atmosphere and beautiful surroundings of Leisure Island. Golf enthusiasts will be pleased to know that both Knysna Golf Club and Pezula Championship Golf Course are less than a 10-minute drive from Founders Keepers Apartment, allowing you to tee off amidst beautiful surroundings. And if you're arriving by air, George Airport is 77 km away, with free parking available on-site for your convenience. Show full description

Apartment. Creative. Great views. Popular among couples. Perched high above the village, Paradise Private Zen Studios offer studio accommodation with views of either the garden, lagoon, town and the famous Knysna Heads. Free WiFi is available. The studios are fitted with a satellite TV and a kitchenette with fridge, kettle, induction plate, crockery cutlery. Toiletries, bathrobes and a hair dryer are available. There is complimentary yoghurt, muesli, fruit juice, coffee, tea, milk, sugar filtered water. Guests can relax on the furnished deck offering lagoon views and barbecue evenings can be arranged in the boma. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, canoeing and hiking are possible in the surroundings. The Knysna Waterfront can be reached within 5 minutes' drive. Show full description

Guest House. Historic property. Great views. Kanonkop Guest House offers luxurious comfort, breathtaking views of the Knysna Lagoon and Heads, serene atmosphere and unique personal service along Western Cape’s enchanting Garden Route. The accommodation in Kanonkop ensures exclusivity and privacy, and the spacious, bright rooms are beautifully appointed and decorated by top South African designers. This family-owned guest house is surrounded by a beautiful garden and small indigenous forest that attracts wildlife and an abundance of birds. Enjoy their antics whilst relaxing on a lounger next to the pool. Knysna, a favourite South African coastal resort town, spoils you for choice with fine beaches, magnificent forests ideal for gentle strolls or strenuous hikes and a wide range of restaurants and shops. The owners will be more than happy to offer advice and help you organise the perfect day. Show full description

Apartment. Great location. On the water - Thesen is located in the Thesen Island district of Knysna, 8.1 km from Knysna Heads, 8.3 km from Knysna Forest and 9.1 km from Pezula Golf Club. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. You can play tennis at the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate. A TV with satellite channels is featured. On the water - Thesen features a sun terrace and a children's playground. Goose Valley Golf Club is 36 km from the accommodation, while Robberg Nature Reserve is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay Airport, 32 km from On the water - Thesen. Show full description

Apartment. Featuring inner courtyard views, Seacrest Cottage offers accommodation with free bikes, a garden and barbecue facilities, around 3.4 km from Knysna Heads. It is set 4.7 km from Pezula Golf Club and provides bicycle parking. The spacious apartment with a patio and garden views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Bollard Bay Beach is 800 metres away. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Knysna, like cycling, fishing and canoeing. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Simola Golf and Country Estate is 13 km from Seacrest Cottage, while Knysna Forest is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay Airport, 33 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Trendy. Welcome to The Lofts Boutique Hotel, a family-owned hotel that promises to offer you the ultimate escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Situated on the edge of the picturesque Knysna Estuary. Our hotel features beautifully appointed rooms & apartments, each designed with your comfort in mind. Some rooms have exquisite views of the Knysna Lagoon (King Room with Lake View) others have large sunny private balconies (Standard Double Room) or self-catering facilities (Apartments). We are located on Thesen Island, a world-renowned destination that provides visitors with an abundance of shopping and dining options, as well as easy access to a variety of activities and tours. Whether you’re interested in kayaking (free access from the hotel), taking a sunset cruise, or exploring the surrounding natural beauty, there is something for everyone. With luxurious bedding, plush furnishings all the modern amenities you need. For those looking for delicious food and drinks, we have two of the best restaurants in town right inside our building. Our hotel restaurant, Nest Food Bar, serves brunch, dinner, and cocktails, and is known for its unique decor and vibey atmosphere. The famous café and bakery Ile de Pain is located right next door and is renowned for its artisanal bread, pastries, and café-style menu! We pride ourselves on offering the best sunsets in town, and the friendliest hospitality to all our guests. We are also well-known for our ‘Sunset Sessions’ event, held on Saturdays (during the summer season), with a live DJ playing house music on our deck, providing the perfect backdrop for you to enjoy the stunning sunset views over the Lagoon. Activities & Surrounds: - Le Spa Tranquill & Turbine Spa is nearby for guests to enjoy luxury spa treatments. - Simola & Pezula Golf Estate, as well as Knysna Golf Club is less than a 15-minute drive from the hotel. - Thesen Harbour Town & Knysna Waterfront are within 1 km. Please Note: Due to our hotel's boutique nature, each room has a unique layout & décor & not all rooms have lagoon views - to book a room with a lagoon view please select the 'King Room with Lagoon View'. Show full description

Apartment. Featuring garden views, Knysna Self-catering Holiday Home provides accommodation with a patio, around 3 km from Coney Glen Beach. The property is around 3 km from Knysna Heads, 4.3 km from Pezula Golf Club and 13 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate. The 4-bedroom apartment is equipped with a living room with a TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 4 bathrooms with free toiletries. Knysna Forest is 13 km from the apartment, while Goose Valley Golf Club is 36 km away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Bollard Bay Beach is 700 metres away. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. The accommodation is non-smoking. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay Airport, 32 km from Knysna Self-catering Holiday Home. Show full description

Apartment. Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Set in Knysna and only 300 metres from Bollard Bay Beach, African Flame Apartment offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden and quiet street views, and is 4.8 km from Pezula Golf Club. The spacious 1-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.5 km from Knysna Heads. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Knysna, like hiking. Simola Golf and Country Estate is 13 km from African Flame Apartment, while Knysna Forest is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay Airport, 33 km from the accommodation. Show full description