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30 Oct - 1 Nov
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Our top choices for Knysna 5-star hotels

A pool with a view of a sunset over a body of water and distant mountains.
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a table with a drink, and a view of the sea.
A dining area with tables set for two, potted plants, and a view of the sea.

1. The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
Lookout Beach Precinct
Germany
Heike
₹34,265
₹39,799 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Plettenberg Hotel
A coastal property with a large house, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean and town at dusk.
A coastal property with a large building, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
An outdoor dining area with wooden flooring and tables set for a meal, overlooking a scenic view of the ocean and mountains.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a central seating area, and a view through the glass doors.

2. Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Plettenberg Bay
United Kingdom
Peter
₹18,215
₹20,947 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
A modern outdoor deck with wicker chairs and a glass balustrade overlooking a scenic landscape.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, seating area, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.
An indoor swimming pool with a view of the sunset, a mosaic wall, and seating areas.
A hanging chair with cushions in a room with large windows overlooking the ocean at sunset.

3. Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Wilderness Beach
United States
Alison
₹33,444
₹38,460 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.
An outdoor patio with wooden benches and umbrellas, a brick building with a chimney, and a view of a bridge and river in the background.
A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.
A waterfront hotel with a brick facade, outdoor seating, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.

4. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
Thesen Island
United States
Gregory
₹18,762
₹21,792 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Turbine Hotel and Spa
A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with ocean views.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a view of the ocean, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a white sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

5. Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Robberg Beach
United Kingdom
D
₹17,945
₹20,637 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
A balcony with a view of a calm lake, a dock with a boat, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A modern hotel lobby with a central reflective black floor, seating areas with sofas and chairs, artwork on the walls, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A large, multi-story hotel with a waterfront view, a dock with a boat, and a well-maintained lawn.
A room with a view of a lake, a wooden table with a decanter and two glasses of red wine, and a bed with a teal bedspread.

6. St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
Knysna
United States
Lillian
₹25,540
₹29,371 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
St James of Knysna
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, and a large potted plant.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area with a white cabinet and a small table, a large window with a view of the sea, and a ceiling fan.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a pool in the background.
A modern interior with a dining area, a kitchen, and a large glass door leading to an outdoor space.

7. THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United Kingdom
Tina
₹18,275
₹21,016 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Exterior
Lounge
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a small table with books.
A breakfast buffet with various foods and drinks, a painting on the wall, and a chef in motion.

8. Tamodi Lodge and Stables

Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Keurboomstrand
United Kingdom
Ayeshah
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
A swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
An outdoor patio with a wooden deck, white chairs, a wooden table, and large umbrellas providing shade.
A buffet with various cheeses, fruits, and breads.
A beach with footprints, a white umbrella, and a chair.

9. The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory
Central Beach Area
United Kingdom
LOUISE
₹38,608
₹44,399 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Old Rectory
A spacious lounge area with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, a central tree, and a bar with shelves of bottles.
A modern two-story house with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped front yard with potted plants.
A glass door leading to an outdoor area with a metal fence and trees.
A hotel room with a large window offering a mountain view, a bed with a brown blanket, a desk with a chair, and a modern wall design.

10. The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
George
United States
Gordon
₹17,310
₹20,102 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a desk, and a view of the garden through a glass door.
A spacious room with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a dining table with a tray of items, and a view of a swimming pool through large windows.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a collection of bookshelves.
An outdoor garden setting with tables and chairs arranged for dining, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

11. Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
Plettenberg Bay
Germany
Kerem
₹20,631
₹24,289 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hunter's Country House
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a table, and an umbrella.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.
A beachside view with a sunset, a wooden deck with white lounge chairs, and a rocky shoreline.
A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a beach at sunset.

12. Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
Wilderness Beach
United Kingdom
michael
₹18,522
₹21,386 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Beach Villa Wilderness
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.
An outdoor wooden deck with benches and tables, surrounded by trees and a thatched roof structure with string lights.
A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large indoor plant.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a scenic view.

13. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Knysna
United States
Ibrahima
₹22,447
₹25,814 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
An outdoor wooden deck with seating and a glass door leading to a modern interior.
A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and shelves with plants.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, built-in shelving, a central blue chest of drawers, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Crags Country Lodge

Crags Country Lodge
The Crags
United Kingdom
Peter
Crags Country Lodge
A dining table with two plates of food and drinks, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas.
A large, multi-story house with a spacious roof deck and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.
A poolside area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a sink in the background.

15. Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
Wilderness
United States
Milanka
₹14,584
₹16,772 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Cinnamon Boutique
A modern living room with a fireplace, glass shelves, and a view to the outside.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a fireplace, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a round mirror, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and fireplace. Large windows offer a view of the sea.

16. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United States
William
₹21,701
₹24,957 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
A stone building with a glass facade and a wooden deck leading to a pool.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a chessboard, and a bed with a view of trees.
A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden tables, and chairs.
A log cabin with a pool, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area.

17. Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
Plettenberg Bay
United States
Saeeda
₹91,061
₹107,036 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Tsala Treetop Lodge
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a mountainous landscape.
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a view of the ocean.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a sink.

18. Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Knysna
South Africa
Lee
₹30,852
₹35,480 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
A golf course with bunkers, a water hazard, and a mountain in the background.
A large indoor swimming pool with a central staircase, large windows, and a balcony.
A wooden bridge leading to a house with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a pond.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a chandelier, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a television.

19. The Manor House at Fancourt

The Manor House at Fancourt
George
Germany
Anja
₹52,361
₹60,215 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Manor House at Fancourt
Front of property
Front of property
Exterior
Reception

20. Hilltop Boutique Hotel

Hilltop Boutique Hotel
Wilderness
South Africa
Nelisa
₹23,435
₹26,950 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hilltop Boutique Hotel
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₹16,411 total
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Nestled between forested hills and a sparkling lagoon, Knysna offers boat tours to spot dolphins and visit the famous Heads sandstone cliffs. Explore the vibrant Waterfront with its seafood restaurants or take guided hikes through indigenous forests in the surrounding Garden Route.

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A coastal landscape with a bay, rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse.

Top Knysna Hotel Reviews

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing property run by amazing people in beautiful condition in a beautiful location with spectacular views of knysna. Loved our stay there."
Tina 7-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was incredible. The location is excellent, the hotel itself is quite interesting and there are many places to explore, the food and drink were excellent - as were the staff who provided them, the room was remarkable. This is a must-stay hotel if you are considering staying in the area. I would return in a heartbeat if travels bring me there - and I would bring as many as I could."
Gregory 1-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Turbine Hotel and Spa
St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna

10/10 Excellent
"This is a beautiful, clean and comfortable hotel. Staff is super helpful- a true 5 star hotel!"
Lillian 3-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
St James of Knysna

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