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Pezula Nature Retreat

Hotel in Knysna

Nestled at the eastern head of Knysna, this luxurious, pet-friendly hotel boasts a championship golf course, a restaurant and a spa. Free WiFi is provided.

S
Simms
From
United Kingdom
We were lucky to get a last minute booking here and we couldn’t fault our one night stay. From our arrival at the reception, the porter Sunshine’s friendly helpful service taking us to our beautiful accommodation, the plentiful supply of logs for the fire in our room, wonderful bath and toiletries and the delicious food both at dinner and breakfast the next day. The coffee at breakfast was the best hotel coffee I’ve had in a long time. The only disappointment was that due to load shedding we couldn’t use the spa facilities during our afternoon but I had a wonderful time using the pool , sauna etc the next day before walking back through the beautiful gardens before sadly having to say goodbye. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,127 reviews
Price from
US$275.63
1 night, 2 adults

The Ivory Haus

Hotel in Plettenberg Bay

The Ivory Haus has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a restaurant and bar in Plettenberg Bay. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

S
Sophie
From
United Kingdom
Everything such a lovely place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$260.39
1 night, 2 adults

Barrington's

Hotel in Plettenberg Bay

Situated in Plettenberg Bay, 1.1 km from Robberg Beach, Barrington's features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

E
Eric
From
France
Ideal location, love the vegetable garden on the front courtyard, and the view from our balcony. Great restaurant/brewery on the premises, and delicious breakfast. Staff very friendly and accommodating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
Price from
US$188.34
1 night, 2 adults

The Old Rectory

Hotel in Plettenberg Bay

Located in Plettenberg Bay, 90 metres from Wedge Beach, The Old Rectory provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

C
Catarina
From
Portugal
The room was super comfortable, the breakfast very good and the staff was very friendly. We loved playing rummikub by the fireplace at night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Price from
US$453.08
1 night, 2 adults

Hunter's Country House

Hotel in Plettenberg Bay

This intimate property is located within the Garden Route, 10 km from Plettenberg Bay and 24 km from Knysna.

m
michiel
From
Netherlands
Best hotel we have ever stayed in..so beautiful..everything you wish for and more. We came with our baby and everything was taking care of..it was an amazing stay. We will continue thinking about it until we will hopefully return. The staff was so so lovely, the different restaurants were great. The children’s area even has such a great and cosy ambiance. Surroundings of the hotel are also wonderful, beautiful garden. Not even to start about the rooms…so luxurious with such a beautiful bathroom and great beds..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews
Price from
US$242.64
1 night, 2 adults

Tsala Treetop Lodge

Hotel in Plettenberg Bay

Offering unique forest views from above the treetops, this estate is just 10 km from Plettenberg Bay.

P
Philip
From
Switzerland
Best location and nice details
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
Price from
US$1,053.41
1 night, 2 adults

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Hotel in Knysna

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.

M
Malcolm
From
Switzerland
The location, the facilities, the amazing staff !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 539 reviews
Price from
US$186.42
1 night, 2 adults

Turbine Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Knysna

This former power station is located in Knysna and offers sunny suites with an iPod docking station and views of the Knysna Lagoon. The spacious sun deck comes with an outdoor pool.

B
Bridget
From
Turkey
Absolutely everything to like about this hotel. The location on Thesen Island the views, the friendly smiling staff and their willingness to assist in any way. Quite location but with everything on hand. Not just a mini bar but a well equipped kitchenette and a nice touch with a fresh lemon on the chopping board. Just perfect. Even the loo had a view!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Price from
US$279.31
1 night, 2 adults

St. James of Knysna

Hotel in Knysna

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 nearest Golf Club. St.

K
Katie
From
Australia
Great location with a wonderful view of the lagoon. Nice big rooms comfortably fitted out. Friendly, helpful staff. The boat ride included was very enjoyable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
Price from
US$204.93
1 night, 2 adults

Lairds Lodge Country Estate

Hotel in Plettenberg Bay

Lairds Lodge Country Estate is located between Plettenburg Bay and the Langkloof Mountains. All of the rooms have air conditioning. The hotel has a library and an outdoor pool.

M
Maria
From
Ireland
We loved everything about Laird's Lodge. It's in a very quiet spot a few Kms from Plettenberg but you feel you are really in Africa. The staff are amazing & very welcoming & dinner was superb. Food , although limited choice , was of a very high standard. The accomodation was both luxurious & comfortable & our room ( room1) had a beautiful patio also. We also had laundry done returned on the same day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Price from
US$252.58
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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The Plettenberg is a 5-star hotel, located on a rocky headland in the heart of The Garden Route. It offers 2 infinity pools and the stylish The Plettenberg Restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,006 reviews

Located in Knysna, 4 km from Knysna Heads, Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,563 reviews

Within 300 metres of Knysna Waterfront shopping area, The Rex Hotel offers the ultimate in comfort. Luxurious rooms feature modern design, LCD TVs and extra-large windows.

From US$295.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,201 reviews

With an outdoor pool facing the Indian Ocean, Protea Hotel Knysna has spectacular views of the Knysna Lagoon. The stylishly decorated rooms have free WiFi and satellite TV.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews

Situated in Plettenberg Bay, 1 km from Wedge Beach, Plett Quarter Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$618.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews

Set in Knysna, 7.4 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, Issaquena Heights Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews

Situated in Knysna, 600 metres from Coney Glen Beach, Crown on the Heads features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews

The Cottage Pie Guest House features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Plettenberg Bay. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

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From US$735.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews
The apartment was perfect --stylish, spacious, clean, and cozy. It was perfect for our family of 5 (we took a two-bedroom). The kitchen was large and well fitted, the living room was very nice, the balcony was massive with a seating area, and the bedrooms/bathrooms were comfy and clean. We loved that the floor was heated (such a nice touch). We also loved the area it was at, and the grounds were secure and well-manicured (which is expected in a golf resort). Driving in and out of the resort was really nice as it's on a mountain with superb views. The check-in was smooth. We arrived late and hungry, so the lovely front desk staff suggested we order room service from the restaurant. It was delivered quickly and was very delicious. Our apartment was not too far from the main club house for breakfast; as the weather was crisp and cool, it was perfect for a morning walk. The staff at the restaurant were delightful and accommodating...the breakfast buffet was the best we've had whilst in South Africa. Their hot chocolate was a hit with the kids. We weren't able to golf, sadly, as we were on a schedule, but it would be great to bring our clubs next time. The golf course looked fantastic! I used the laundry service, and our items were finished and delivered to our room the next day. They were not ironed, so make sure you specify that option if you need to. The laundry service was reasonably priced (they charge per kilo). What we liked about staying in Knysna is that it was quite central to areas we wanted to visit, like Tsitsikamma Natl Park, and Cango Caves. We enjoyed having dinner some evenings at the Knysna Waterfront (only a 10 min drive). I would definitely stay here again when in Knysna! 3 days was not enough!
Guest review by
Giuliana
United Arab Emirates
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,127 reviews
We were lucky to get a last minute booking here and we couldn’t fault our one night stay. From our arrival at the reception, the porter Sunshine’s friendly helpful service taking us to our beautiful accommodation, the plentiful supply of logs for the fire in our room, wonderful bath and toiletries and the delicious food both at dinner and breakfast the next day. The coffee at breakfast was the best hotel coffee I’ve had in a long time. The only disappointment was that due to load shedding we couldn’t use the spa facilities during our afternoon but I had a wonderful time using the pool , sauna etc the next day before walking back through the beautiful gardens before sadly having to say goodbye. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone.
Guest review by
Simms
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
So incredibly amazing to be in the trees and nature! A really beautiful experience for anyone who loves climbing trees! Staff was so friendly for our welcoming. These units seem to be built for summer, they did their best to help with visitors in winter like us and provided everything they could, and we battled with the cold. No regrets and we still loved it!
Guest review by
Diana
United Arab Emirates
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews
Absolutely everything to like about this hotel. The location on Thesen Island the views, the friendly smiling staff and their willingness to assist in any way. Quite location but with everything on hand. Not just a mini bar but a well equipped kitchenette and a nice touch with a fresh lemon on the chopping board. Just perfect. Even the loo had a view!
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Bridget
Turkey
From US$598.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
The location, restaurant and especially the service is beyond words! everyone gives its best to make your stay as comfortable and memorable as possible… we had a blast and can recommend it to anyone that loves good food, great wine, spectacular views and a very comfortable room. We will definitely come back!
Guest review by
Lara
Germany
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
The setting and ambiance of Emily Moon is fantastic. The rooms are absolutely luxurious and every detail is taken into account. The staff is really friendly. We met the owner and general manager personally and chatted with them for a long time.
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Charean
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 893 reviews
very cute, fully equiped. very nice views, super quiet. Kayaks and padell boards free to use. Closely enough to downtown but also separated enough so that you have no noise. can't wait to be back.
Guest review by
Miguel
Spain
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
Adrienne and Bernie were excellent hosts. They went out of their way for our vegetarian breakfast requirements and were very helpful everyday planning our day trips. We felt like we were at home.
Guest review by
Jay
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
I would like to thank the staff at forest edge, they were friendly, place was neat and clean. Breakfast was exceptional and they went out of our way to make pap for us really enjoyed that touch
Guest review by
Phumzile
South Africa
From US$250.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews
fabulous stay and beautiful venue. the staff were great and looked us very well. highly recommend for couples seeking a break from reality!
Guest review by
Jonathan & Kirstin
Guernsey
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
The views and the privacy are phenomenal - you can see for miles around. The property was spacious, bright and clean
Guest review by
Sean
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
great place, location, facilities for the whole family and great breakfast, highly recommend it!
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Arya
Portugal
From US$295.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,563 reviews
Beautiful well presented facility with a convenient location
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WIRA
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 515 reviews
Amazing views and excellent staff and service
Guest review by
Leatitia
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Peace and quiet. Just what I needed.
Guest review by
stefan
South Africa
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
Best location and nice details
Guest review by
Philip
Switzerland

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10

W love Plettenberg Bay, its our favourite destination.

W love Plettenberg Bay, its our favourite destination. Beaches are exquisite. Just sad to see the number of baby seals strewn across the beach after the storm. We ate well at Enricos, slops in town was a lovely place.
Guest review by
BLAIR
8.0

We had a good stay here at Lakeside Lodge.

We had a good stay here at Lakeside Lodge. Comfortable and everything we needed. The view was awesome. A fan would have been great, but overall it was nice. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. We ended up staying an extra night.
Guest review by
Swan
8.0

Great place for a week end especially in summer.

Great place for a week end especially in summer. Adequate shops, coffee shops etc. Nice fish n chips, restaurants and lots of lovely places nearby like Wilderness Knysna etc. Lovely drives up the hills. Views beautiful, riding bikes fine. Walks to Gerickes point.
Guest review by
Malcolm
South Africa
10

A beautiful region, with excellent restaurants.

A beautiful region, with excellent restaurants. The Grootrivier and (Western Cape part of) the Bloukrans River passes are exceptional, as is Nature's Valley. The Birds of Eden is THE world leading bird conservancy -- the biggest anywhere with free flying birds in a magnificent forest with a beautiful kloof, waterfall ,,, The nearby Monkeyland and Jukani conservancies are also probably the best in Africa. Thyme & Again restaurant is also a favourite.
Guest review by
Bernhard
South Africa
8.0

Many establishments in the surrounding area do not allow...

Many establishments in the surrounding area do not allow dogs. So you can't eat in many places as no arrangements were made to accomodate dog owners. Some beaches banned dogs completely, even on a leash. I found this attitude very short sighted and unpleasant.
Guest review by
Peter
South Africa
10

Natures Valley is very special.

Natures Valley is very special. Most other bays in the area are over developed and commercialised. Natures Valley still captures the time when going to the beach was not all about how magnificent your property was. Lets hope it stays that way.
Guest review by
Bruce
New Zealand
10

Walk down to Cathedral rock at low tide

Walk down to Cathedral rock at low tide Swim in the rock pools Have a meal at Enricos Do some bird watching Look out for dolphins Everything is in walking distance Lovely and quiet Immerse yourself in nature
Guest review by
Robin Rheeder
South Africa
10

Breath-taking! Plettenberg is just too beautiful. 💯.

Breath-taking! Plettenberg is just too beautiful. 💯. - Accommodation - Restaurants - Blue flag beaches It's exquisite, I visited a few restaurants and took some pictures, I think I have already referred about 5 people to visit this small town
Guest review by
Peter
10

Our room had most incredible views for sunset overlooking...

Our room had most incredible views for sunset overlooking Knysna Our king suite was perfect Comfortable beds Amenities /iron n board/mini fridge/micro/toaster/maid service I could go on Would definitely give this 5 stars
Guest review by
Jan
Canada
8.0

The number of bergies or street people hanging at the SPAR...

The number of bergies or street people hanging at the SPAR and surrounding area for the size of town was disconcerting. Nearly had an incident regarding the snatch of a cell phone. Wonderful little town with good restaurants and upkeep of paths and benches wonderful to see. Clear marking of dog friendly beaches helpful.
Guest review by
Ingrid
South Africa