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The Russel Hotel

3.0 star property
The beachside retreat where ocean views and practical comforts come together, creating a peaceful escape that's conveniently located for travelers

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The Russel Hotel sits right on the oceanfront, where guests can listen to waves while enjoying modern amenities. The property offers free in-room WiFi, a bar for evening drinks, and practical features like laundry facilities and self parking that make exploring the area easier.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Knysna, The Russel Hotel is in the business district and by the ocean. Knysna Quays and Featherbed Boat Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Knysna Waterfront and Friday Market. Visit our Knysna travel guide
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Corner Long, Graham and Unity Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon
    Knysna Lagoon
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Knysna Waterfront
    Knysna Waterfront
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Knysna Quays
    Knysna Quays
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pezula Championship Course
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pledge Nature Reserve
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Salt & Petal
    11 min walk
  • Chatters
    11 min walk
  • Lunar Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Snobs Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Loui's Restaurant
    7 min walk

About this property

The Russel Hotel

Hotel by the ocean
An airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Russel Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at The Russel Hotel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted

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.

Property is also known as

Russel Hotel Knysna
Russel Knysna
The Russel Hotel Hotel
The Russel Hotel Knysna
The Russel Hotel Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Is The Russel Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Russel Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at The Russel Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Russel Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Russel Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Pledge Nature Reserve, Knysna Lagoon, and Knysna Quays. Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Waterfront are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Russel Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

COLIN Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe,easy parking.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Vashania

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable 2 nights. Quality of service was excellent. Very friendly staff.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giedra c p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ótimo custo benefício

Excelente custo benefício. Quarto espaçoso muito agradável
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Iviwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room with fridge and dishes to use. Breakfast had many choices.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Ficamos no 3º andar, não tinha elevador e não nos ajudaram com as malas. Além disso, a água estava com uma cor estranha e parecia ser reutilizada.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Abbiamo soggiornato in una casetta di fianco all' hotel. La pulizia non perfetta e la colazione semplice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Bom hotel, unidade de self catering ruim

Ficamos na unidade que eles chamam de self catering, pois estávamos em 6 pessoas. É como se fosse uma casinha nos fundos do hotel. Pontos positivos: boa localização, boas camas, ar condicionado nos quartos, amplo estacionamento, staff muito gentil e atencioso, boa limpeza, bom café da manhã (à parte). Pontos negativos: casa escura, móveis de uns 80 anos atrás na sala. Sinal de Wi-fi não funciona em toda casa, pois vem do prédio principal. Travesseiros ruins. Toalhas parecem ser bem usadas. Lençóis são ok. Praticamente não tem utensílios na cozinha. O pior mesmo foi o banheiro... um único banheiro na casa e minúsculo! No dia que chegamos, a mangueira do chuveiro estava furada e molhou o banheiro todo (problema resolvido no dia seguinte). Acumula água no box. Assento do vaso sanitário de madeira. Me hospedaria novamente, não na unidade de self catering, mas tentaria os quartos do hotel.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mario Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ótimo custo/benefício.

Hotel simples, porém confortável e limpo. Bom café da manhã e bom atendimento.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Claudia R.

Gutes Hotel für eine Nacht

Wir schiefen hier eine Nacht auf der Durchreise von der Wild Coast zum Tsitsikamma NP. Das Hotel ist zweckmäßig einrichtet und mit dem Auto 10 min von der Waterfront. Wir hatten das "Behindertenzimmer" mit großem Bad, aber die Dusche war lange nicht geputzt worden (tritt starlem Chlorgeruch im Zimmer). Ziemlich enttäuschend auch das Frühstück: ss vorbestellte, weiche Frühstücksei war blau (=alt) und hart und der Obstsalat aus der Dose. Insgesamt trotzdem ok für den relativ günstigen Preis.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice hotel close to everything.

Enjoyed staying there,nice and clean,friendly staff and close to town,felt safe.
Verified

8/10 Good

Zen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ANDRE

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

M W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Verified

8/10 Good

MARCELE AMABILE

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Eyal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort