The Best Hotels Closest to Knysna Waterfront in Knysna - 2026 Updated Prices

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A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and buildings on a hillside.

A marina with several boats docked, a building labeled 'Project', and calm water reflecting the sunset.

A row of bicycles parked on a paved surface with a grassy area and trees in the background.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a bed, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. One on Bollard

2.7 km from Knysna Waterfront

John

₹13,676

₹15,727 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A table with fruit, vegetables, and bread by a window overlooking a cityscape.

A cobblestone pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A buffet table with various food items and a watermelon slicer.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a mounted television, a shelf with kitchen items, and a window with curtains.

2. Guinea Fowl Lodge

0.9 km from Knysna Waterfront

Desiree

₹7,080

₹7,080 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A bedroom with a large bed, a television, and a sliding glass door to a balcony.

A residential area with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and lush greenery.

A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs.

3. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

0.8 km from Knysna Waterfront

Esther

₹3,920

₹6,437 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a large arched window. There are several seating areas with tables and chairs.

A buffet area with a variety of food items, a coffee machine, and seating arrangements.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a bar area, and a large mural.

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows and a green roof.

4. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Knysna Central, 0.5 km from Knysna Waterfront

Harsha

₹7,243

₹8,450 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina.

A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central staircase, and large windows allowing natural light.

A marina with boats docked, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of hills in the background.

5. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central, 0.4 km from Knysna Waterfront

Grant

₹9,503

₹11,037 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A modern two-story building with a large entrance, outdoor seating area, and a central water feature.

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a well-maintained garden.

A row of modern, single-story cabins with a paved walkway leading through a landscaped garden.

A modern building with a wooden pathway leading to a glass entrance, surrounded by tropical plants.

6. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

2.8 km from Knysna Waterfront

Chanel

₹11,934

₹13,724 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A restaurant with round tables, patterned chairs, hanging light fixtures, and potted plants.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "The Rex Hotel".

A modern lobby with a sofa, a round table with a tray, and a chandelier.

A modern multi-story building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a wooden deck.

7. aha The Rex Hotel

1.4 km from Knysna Waterfront

"Been to Knysna now on many times, stayed in various types of accommodation within the town, very impressed with this hotel, ideal for walking around town, the marina and it's location is great, ideal for walking to many of the towns restaurants' and bars. Would certainly recommend this hotel. Staff were really helpful, breakfast was fine although there are many cafe's around the hotel should one want any alternative breakfast, although what we had was fine."

Yvonne

₹9,620

₹11,063 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and large windows offering views of a grassy field.

A lodge with a wooden exterior, a balcony, and a sign indicating it is a B&B.

A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a dining area.

A wooden deck with a pool, two lounge chairs, and a small table.

8. Oyster Creek Lodge

2.6 km from Knysna Waterfront

Tadashi

₹6,607

₹6,607 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A wooden pier with a seafood platter, champagne, and glasses of wine.

A modern glass conservatory with a metal roof, surrounded by trees.

A buffet setup with various food items and a large potted plant.

A nighttime view of a modern hotel with a swimming pool, illuminated by ambient lighting.

9. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

2.5 km from Knysna Waterfront

Anonymous traveller

₹10,811

₹12,432 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

10. Knysna Log-inn

Knysna Central, 0.4 km from Knysna Waterfront

Anonymous traveller

₹10,797

₹12,417 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A modern living room with a fireplace, glass shelves, and a view to the outside.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and fireplace. Large windows offer a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a round mirror, and a view of the sea.

A modern outdoor pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, and a patio with a railing.

11. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Paradise, 1.5 km from Knysna Waterfront

Karl

₹22,651

₹26,048 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a stone building in the background.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the landscape.

A living room with a brick wall, a chandelier, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chessboard.

A house with a pool, surrounded by pink flowers and greenery.

12. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

2.7 km from Knysna Waterfront

₹9,760

₹21,421 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A rocky coastal landscape with large boulders and cliffs.

A modern building with a stone wall entrance, a visible staircase, and a sign reading "SOU VILLA."

A landscaped garden with palm trees, a gravel path, and a view of the sea and hills in the background.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.

13. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

Paradise, 1.3 km from Knysna Waterfront

Shuna

₹8,875

₹8,875 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A covered porch with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A sign for The Kynsna Belle, a guesthouse with a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool.

14. The Knysna Belle

3.1 km from Knysna Waterfront

Sean

₹9,776

₹11,336 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A wooden-framed glass door leading to a balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant hills.

A modern building with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a pergola.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, large windows, and a view of a body of water.

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a sofa, a round table, and a view of the sea.

15. Kanonkop Guest House

2.2 km from Knysna Waterfront

Martin

₹31,593

₹36,479 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, and a large potted plant.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a view of a swimming pool.

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.

16. THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Paradise, 1.4 km from Knysna Waterfront

Andrew

₹19,889

₹22,873 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A balcony with a view of a calm lake, a dock with a boat, and a table with a bottle and glasses.

A large house with a swimming pool, a garden, and a pergola.

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.

17. St James of Knysna

2.5 km from Knysna Waterfront

Lillian

₹18,953

₹21,797 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a lake and mountains. There is a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall and a wooden bench in the room.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a swimming pool and hills.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, two armchairs, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A gated entrance with a sign for Hideaway Guest House in Kynuna.

18. Hide Away Guest House

Paradise, 1.3 km from Knysna Waterfront

Alexander

₹9,193

₹10,572 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A bedroom with a large bed, an orange throw, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a patio area.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A golf course with a pond, sand bunkers, and a clubhouse in the background.

19. Orange Inn Knysna

2.4 km from Knysna Waterfront

kevin

₹5,336

₹6,197 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.

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.

A modern living area with a kitchen, dining space, and a balcony with a view of the water.

20. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Thesen Island, 0.9 km from Knysna Waterfront

Gregory

₹14,919

₹17,567 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Knysna Waterfront

Property	Property class	Guest rating
One on Bollard	10.0 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
Guinea Fowl Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Aestas Bed & Breakfast	9.0 Wonderful 94 reviews	View
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel	8.8 Excellent 38 reviews	View
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays	8.6 Excellent 367 reviews	View

Top Knysna Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

10/10 Excellent

"We had great time in the hotel the The staff were very helpful and excellent in their dealings; we even requested breakfast for our last day as we had to leave early, and they prepared breakfast boxes for us. Also the location was great very near the water front with many stors and restaurants"

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

8/10 Good

"Very close to local shops, short drive to the waterfront"

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was excellent with regards to service, cleanliness and location. Everything to shut down very early and unfortunately due to tides and debris we couldn’t use the kayaks."

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful, surrounding mountains, spacious luxurious room, comfortable bed, good food."

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."

Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

10/10 Excellent

"Incredible views. Easy to find & wonderful stay"

Guinea Fowl Lodge

8/10 Good

"My family of four stayed in the family room. We were a little disappointed, not to have a view of the town, but it is the only room that sleeps for. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast were excellent in the morning, a great way to start the day. This is a great place to spend a couple of nights."

St James of Knysna

10/10 Excellent

"This is a beautiful, clean and comfortable hotel. Staff is super helpful- a true 5 star hotel!"

South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulously friendly and helpful hosts. The room was comfortable and clean and the bed was very comfy too. A lovely balcony to sit at in the evening afforded us a great view out to the sea. Breakfast was well executed and staff were all friendly. The property is well located - just a short drive into town. I would definitely stay here again if I wax to return to Knysna. "

Other attractions near Knysna Waterfront

A marina with boats docked, a building with 'Springtime Sailing Charters' signage, and a hill in the background.

Knysna Quays

8.8/10 (124 reviews)

Shop for hours in sleek malls, dine with spectacular views and take a boat charter out onto a lagoon from one of the most scenic harbors on the Garden Route.

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A coastal area with a house surrounded by lush greenery and a beach.

Knysna Lagoon

9.4/10 (57 reviews)

Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.

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Featherbed Boat Cruises

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Knysna with a trip to Featherbed Boat Cruises. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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The Motorcycle Room

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Motorcycle Room during your trip to Knysna.

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Pledge Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Pledge Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Knysna. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Thesen Island

9.4/10 (105 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thesen Island during your travels in Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Friday Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Friday Market during your visit to Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Featherbed Nature Reserve

8.4/10 (19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Featherbed Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Knysna Waterfront?

Knysna Waterfront is located in an area of Knysna that travellers like for its golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 73 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Knysna Waterfront?

Adjacent to Knysna Waterfront, Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Knysna Log-Inn Hotel and Turbine Hotel and Spa.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Knysna Waterfront?

Expedia has 73 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Knysna Waterfront.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Knysna Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Knysna Waterfront.

What can I see and do near Knysna Waterfront?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Featherbed Nature Reserve and Pledge Nature Reserve. Dip your toes in the water at Brenton Beach, Buffalo Bay Beach and Bollard Bay. Knysna Lagoon, Leisure Isle and Eastern Head View Point are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Knysna Waterfront hotels

1. One on Bollard

2. Guinea Fowl Lodge

3. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

4. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

5. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

6. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

7. aha The Rex Hotel

8. Oyster Creek Lodge

9. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

10. Knysna Log-inn

11. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

12. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

13. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

14. The Knysna Belle

15. Kanonkop Guest House

16. THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

17. St James of Knysna

18. Hide Away Guest House

19. Orange Inn Knysna

20. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Compare popular hotels close to Knysna Waterfront

Top Knysna Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

Guinea Fowl Lodge

St James of Knysna

South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

Other attractions near Knysna Waterfront

Knysna Quays

Knysna Lagoon

Featherbed Boat Cruises

The Motorcycle Room

Pledge Nature Reserve

Thesen Island

Friday Market

Featherbed Nature Reserve

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