Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

4.0 star property
Art Deco guesthouse with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | View from room
Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Suite (Bird's eye) | View from room
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Near the bay, Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with free full breakfast and an inviting garden. Unwind at the outdoor pool, lounge on the sun-kissed terrace or relax by the cozy lobby fireplace.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₩261,806
₩301,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5

Room options

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Fynbos)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Bird's eye)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Cherry Lane, Welbedacht, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Knysna Quays - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Simola Golf Course - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 18 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trinity Premium Coffee Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪34 South - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Upscale boutique guesthouse near the bay, remodeled in 2023
Consider a stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free train station pick-up, babysitting (surcharge), and outdoor furniture
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and childcare services
  • Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Main Lodge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 8 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2004
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - September 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 2100 per vehicle (roundtrip)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge on Oct 4, 2025 start from ₩261,806, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 2100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge located?

This family-friendly Knysna guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Friday Market. Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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