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Beach Hotels in Knysna

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Glenview Heads Apartments

Knysna

Set in Knysna and only 700 metres from Coney Glen Beach, Glenview Heads Apartments offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

O
ONeill
From
Ireland
The host Graham is extremely helpful went the extra mile to meet our needs The Glenview is great value in a stunning location, very comfortable beds and lovely linen . 10 out of 10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,115 reviews
Price from
US$99.38
1 night, 2 adults

4 on Meerenbosch

Knysna Central, Knysna

Ideally set in the heart of Knysna, 4 on Meerenbosch is a recently renovated apartment, offering free WiFi and private parking.

M
Miki
From
Italy
Thank you Andre & Marlize, it was a pleasure to spend 3 days in your beautiful apartment. And thanks for the early check-in and the late check-out
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$89.05
1 night, 2 adults

Castle On The Heads

Knysna

Offering a shared lounge and mountain view, Castle On The Heads is set in Knysna, 1 km from Coney Glen Beach and 1.1 km from Knysna Heads.

W
Wafi
From
United Arab Emirates
To those who reside in the heart before the room it wasn't an ordinary stay; it was a true journey of happiness. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything. The hotel is undoubtedly beautiful, but what truly made the experience magical was you. Every single member kindness, genuine smiles, and beautiful spirits. thank you especially for the joy you added to my little son's heart, [jaber]. You made him feel important and cared for, and his happiness was the greatest gift we could have received. The memories of his laughter at your hotel will remain cherished in our hearts forever. You don't just provide hotel service; you provide a warmth and a feeling of home that made us feel like we were among our family🤝😁
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
Price from
US$214.58
1 night, 2 adults

19 Malachite Mews

Knysna Central, Knysna

Set 6.4 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 6.8 km from Knysna Forest in the centre of Knysna, 19 Malachite Mews offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

I
Igsaan
From
United Arab Emirates
My husband and I were happy with everything ☺️Within walking distance of the Knysna Mall and Waterfront. Really a cosy apartment short of nothing. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
Price from
US$77.24
1 night, 2 adults

Knysna Private Estate Lagoon - Garden Apartments- Secure Estate

Kanonkop, Knysna

Offering a garden and mountain view, Knysna Private Estate Lagoon - Garden Apartments- Secure Estate is set in Knysna, 6.9 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 7.3 km from Knysna Forest.

D
David
From
United Kingdom
Quiet location Well equipped Good communication from host
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
US$81.30
1 night, 2 adults

Somervreug Guesthouse

Paradise, Knysna

Set in Knysna, 6.3 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, Somervreug Guesthouse offers accommodation with a rooftop pool, free private parking, a garden and a bar.

J
Jens
From
Germany
I actually only wanted to stay three nights. But it turned out to be more. Need I say more? In short: a place to fall in love with. And Wendy played a key role in that. 🙏
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$183.20
1 night, 2 adults

The Nest

Leisure Isle, Knysna

Featuring a patio with inner courtyard views, a garden and barbecue facilities, The Nest can be found in Knysna, close to Bollard Bay Beach and 3.4 km from Knysna Heads.

P
Patrick FS H.
From
Germany
The Nest is just AWESOME.. The whole Leisure Collective is super. The personnel, the house, the location great. I can only advise people.. book this. You will not regret
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Price from
US$93.59
1 night, 2 adults

Chez Pierre

Leisure Isle, Knysna

Chez Pierre in Knysna features free bikes and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Among the various facilities are a garden and a terrace. The guest house features a shared lounge.

P
Phil
From
New Zealand
Great find, Chez Pierre was a lovely stopover to explore the wider Knysner area. The room is part of a bed and breakfast in the main house. Our family room was private, large, cosy, warm with a lovely bathroom ( bath and shower). The house is buzzing with life.... 4 x Uber cute dogs, a bunny, staff and onsite owners all of which were enjoyed by us and our little people. A short drive to The Heads for amazing views. They also offer Belgium waffles in their public cafe... don't leave without tasting them... Amazing! We had breakfast included, this was lovely too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
Price from
US$128.68
1 night, 2 adults

One on Bollard

Leisure Isle, Knysna

Set in Knysna, 30 metres from Bollard Bay Beach, One on Bollard offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge.

R
Ronan
From
Ireland
Very comfortable guest house in a quiet, safe area by the lagoon. The breakfast is the best I’ve had anywhere. Diane and rob were so helpful in organising things to do.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Price from
US$139.80
1 night, 2 adults

Knysna Pearl View Guest House

Knysna

Situated within 80 metres of Coney Glen Beach and a few steps of Knysna Heads, Knysna Pearl View Guest House offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Knysna.

F
Fernando
From
Luxembourg
Lana, the owner and her staff were remarkable and always attentive. The location, the serenity of listening to the waves crushing down below. The room was also impeccable with allot of attention to detail.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 510 reviews
Price from
US$115.81
1 night, 2 adults
All beach hotels in Knysna

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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 650 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 892 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 725 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews

Beach Hotels with swimming pools in Knysna and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews

Offering free WiFi, Brenton on Sea Cottages is situated on the scenic Garden Route coastline, just a 350 metre walk from Brenton Beach.

From US$136.29 per night

The One

Knysna
Swimming pool
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Boasting accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, The One is situated in Knysna. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Island Nest is set in the Leisure Isle district of Knysna, 3.9 km from Knysna Heads, 5.2 km from Pezula Golf Club and 13 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Located in Knysna, Brenton Lake Holiday Cottages is 4 km from Brenton-on-Sea and a 4-minute walk to the Knysna Lagoon with jetty access. Free private parking is available on site.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

Perfectly set in Knysna, Bollard Bay House offers luxury accommodation alongside the Knysna River. The house has an outdoor pool and a bar.

From US$193.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews

Facing the seafront, The Knysna Belle Guest House is a guest house offering a 4-star accommodation in Knysna. It has an outdoor swimming pool, free bikes and private parking.

From US$146.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Featuring sea views, Alkira Lodge provides accommodation with patio, around 19 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

Boasting water sports facilities and views of pool, African Breeze Guesthouse is a recently renovated guest house set in Knysna, 500 metres from Bollard Bay Beach.

From US$93.59 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Knysna and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Set in the centre of Knysna, Elegant Quays Waterfront One Bedroom Apartment is a recently renovated accommodation, which offers soundproof rooms.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Knysna in the Western Cape region, Laguna Waterfront Escape has a patio. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$198.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

In a central area of Knysna, Laguna Grove 48 has mountain views from the patio. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$124 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Vista Laguna features accommodation situated 600 metres from the centre of Knysna and offers a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Set in Knysna in the Western Cape region and Simola Golf and Country Estate reachable within 7.8 km, Canal Waterside Lifestyle on Thesen Islands offers accommodation with free WiFi, a children's...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Featuring garden views, Avocet Nest on Thesen Island provides accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and a patio, around 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate.

18 on Tides End

Knysna
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Boasting mountain views, 18 on Tides End provides accommodation with water sports facilities and a balcony, around 5.7 km from Knysna Heads.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

A good location for a stress-free holiday in Knysna, Knysna Houseboats is a boat surrounded by views of the mountain.

From US$215.84 per night

Highly rated beach hotels in Knysna and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Summit Song - Thesen Island, a property with a garden and barbecue facilities, is set in Knysna, 8.1 km from Knysna Heads, 8.3 km from Knysna Forest, as well as 9.1 km from Pezula Golf Club.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

A recently renovated apartment located in the Thesen Island district of Knysna, Apartment on Thesen Island offers accommodation with with a private beach area, private parking and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

On the water - Thesen is located in the Thesen Island district of Knysna, 8.1 km from Knysna Heads, 8.3 km from Knysna Forest and 9.1 km from Pezula Golf Club.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located in Knysna in the Western Cape region and Simola Golf and Country Estate reachable within 7.9 km, Trendy Get-Away On The Canals, Thesen Islands provides accommodation with free WiFi, a...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

Thesen View - exquisite views with bikes & canoe is a recently renovated apartment in Knysna, where guests can make the most of its private beach area and water sports facilities.

TwoAngels

Knysna
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

Located in a cottage-style house directly on the edge the Knysna Lagoon, TwoAngels offers a variety of uniquely designed self-catering accommodation with panoramic views.

From US$128.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Set in Brenton-on-Sea, 800 metres from Brenton Beach and 18 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, By the Sea Vacation Home offers a restaurant and sea views.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Featuring a patio with river views, water sports facilities and barbecue facilities, Paquita Self Catering Holiday House can be found in Knysna, close to Coney Glen Beach and a 10-minute walk from...

From US$396.58 per night

Save money on beach in Knysna and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Situated in Knysna in the Western Cape region and Simola Golf and Country Estate reachable within 7.9 km, Vibey Modern Apartment features accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a...

The Anchor at Thesen Island

Knysna
Budget options available

Featuring mountain views, The Anchor at Thesen Island offers accommodation with a private beach area, water sports facilities and a bar, around 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Situated conveniently in the Thesen Island district of Knysna, Thesen Island Villas is set 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, 8.1 km from Knysna Heads and 8.3 km from Knysna Forest.

Featuring lake views, Peaceful Parkland Home on Thesen Islands provides accommodation with a private beach area and a balcony, around 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate.

Featuring garden views, Amanzi on Thesen Island - Knysna offers accommodation with a private beach area and a patio, around 7.9 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate.

In the Leisure Isle district of Knysna, close to Bollard Bay Beach, Ocean Edge Retreat has a garden and a washing machine.

Featuring sea views, Garden Route spectacular view over Indian Ocean offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1.6 km from Brenton Beach.

FrizNite 1

Brenton-on-Sea
Budget options available

Offering a garden and garden view, FrizNite 1 is set in Brenton-on-Sea, 17 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 17 km from Knysna Forest.

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Beach hotels that guests love in Knysna

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Avg. price/night: US$128.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
I don't think by looking at the listing travellers will realise HOW AMAZING this location is! it literally is ON the water, and when the tide recedes leaves a beautiful private beachfront. The neighbouring properties are situated further along the beach and aroung the bend, so it feels completely isolated and private. This is a gem, and the perfect place to treat a loved one.
Guest review by
Tania
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$251.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 725 reviews
The hotel is located on the beachfront, which makes it great for picnics,strolls at the beach and the hiking trails. The breakfast was delicious and had splendid views. The staff was friendly and always ready to help.
Guest review by
Mayisela
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Amazing place. Beautiful and spacious room with amazing view of the ocean and mountains. Beautiful private beach. It's a must visit.
Guest review by
Van Der Berg
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$128.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
Very cute place right on the beach with great people. Not like anywhere we’ve ever stayed and so much character. No breakfast but fantastic breakfast and lunch place just a couple of minutes walk away. Free use of the kayaks to go around the lagoon was a nice bonus!
Guest review by
Luke
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$138.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 892 reviews
My wife and I loved the beach viewing points. The private beach is really cool and awesome as you can walk further in without going deep in. We loved the cabins, access to town is easy and close by.
Guest review by
Andries
Young couple