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Knysna

Popular places to visit

Sunset at the waterfront in Knysna. The waterfront area is one of the best places to eat in Knysna, and our two favorite restaurants are Caffe Mario (Italian) and 34 South

Knysna Waterfront

You can enjoy retail therapy at Knysna Waterfront during your stay in Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Knysna Waterfront
Knysna featuring mountains, landscape views and general coastal views

Knysna Lagoon

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

Knysna Lagoon
Knysna Quays

Knysna Quays

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.

Knysna Quays
Knysna showing rugged coastline, landscape views and mist or fog

Eastern Head View Point

Enjoy spectacular views over the brilliantly blue Knysna Lagoon and the sheltering sandstone bluffs, and watch waves crash into the rocks at this cliff-top lookout.

Eastern Head View Point
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Buffalo Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Buffalo Bay Beach during your trip to Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Buffalo Bay Beach
Great 9km beach walk to buffalo bay and back

Brenton Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Brenton Beach during your travels in Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Brenton Beach

Thesen Island Hotel Deals

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
TH 36 Sawtooth Lane Knysna Western Cape
The price is ₩363,186 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
₩363,186
₩421,841 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Knysna Waterfront and Knysna Quays are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (181 reviews)
Excellent stay ! Highly recommend!

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2025

Turbine Hotel and Spa
The Lofts Boutique Hotel

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
The Boatshed, Long Street Knysna Western Cape
The price is ₩366,114 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
₩366,114
₩421,031 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Knysna Waterfront and Knysna Quays are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
Great location, lovely area and great service.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

The Lofts Boutique Hotel
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

3 out of 5
16 Gray Street Knysna Western Cape
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
Very nice

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

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Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
Bayview Hotel

Bayview Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Main & Gibb Street Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is ₩265,137 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
₩265,137
₩304,908 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Van Plettenberg Beacon and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
Fabulous hotel, super helpful staff.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Bayview Hotel
Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

4 out of 5
5 Welbedacht Lane Knysna Western Cape
The price is ₩258,778 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
₩258,778
₩297,595 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Friday Market and Drupkelders Hiking Trail ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (103 reviews)
Great stay! Go to

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

Knysna Hollow Country Estate
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

3.5 out of 5
Waterfront Drive Knysna Western Cape
The price is ₩157,634 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
₩157,634
₩183,091 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (342 reviews)
Staff is extremely lovely and helpful. Super fast checking. First room was a little bit noisy but the manage the transition to a new one super easily.

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
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Knysna Quays

Waterfront

4/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Waterfront include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Knysna Quays or Knysna Waterfront while you're exploring the area.

Waterfront
Knysna Quays

Knysna Central

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Knysna Central, Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.

Knysna Central
Beautiful view from a beautiful guest house

Paradise

5/5(6 area reviews)

Paradise is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.

Paradise
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Rexford

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rexford and surrounding area, you can visit Knysna Golf Club and Leisure Isle.

Rexford
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Belvidere

Travelers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Belvidere

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