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Offering a terrace and garden view, Pezula Magic Escape - Guest House - No Loadshedding is situated in Knysna, 2.7 km from Sparrebosch Beach and 1.1 km from Pezula Golf Club. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The accommodation features full-day security and a housekeeping service for guests.

It was a loving and fantastic establishment with warm landlords and a magnificent view of Knysna.

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9.4
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
US$115
per night

Featuring sea views, Castle On The Heads offers accommodation with balcony, around 1 km from Coney Glen Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Every room includes a patio.

What an amazing location. The most beautiful spot in Knysna. You have beautiful views of the ocean and the lagoon. Breakfast was included and on site and was absolutely delicious. While having breakfast and overlooking the lagoon we planned our day with the help of Lana, the most wonderful and gracious host - before we knew it she assisted us with making a booking on the most amazing catamaran experience which goes through the entry way between the heads. I am in two minds about giving feedback on the room because I would love nothing more than to gatekeep it forever but omg! You must book the deluxe executive room the one that overlooks the entry point where ocean meets lagoon it is absolutely breathtaking. Thank you so much to Lana and the ladies for making our stay so memorable! We will definitely be back! We miss you all like you are family! Special shootout to "liefie" the doggo who was the hostest with the mostest for sure!

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9.2
Superb
118 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Located within 6.4 km of Simola Golf and Country Estate and 6.9 km of Knysna Forest in Knysna, De View provides accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. When staying at the bed and breakfast, guests can use private entrance.

The staff is unbelievable - best we have experienced thus far. Amazing view of Knysna. Breakfast is of the highest class.

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9.8
Exceptional
262 reviews

Located within 5.8 km of Knysna Heads and 6.8 km of Pezula Golf Club, Friendz Guesthouse features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Knysna. This guest house provides free private parking and full-day security. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

Clean, comfortable and spacious rooms with a great view of Knysna lagoon. We had a great night's sleep. Gracious, helpful and friendly hosts and a lovely breakfast in the morning. Great value.

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9.1
Superb
260 reviews
Price from
US$61
per night

Set just 4.4 km from Pezula Golf Club, bWhale guest house offers accommodation in Knysna with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a 24-hour front desk. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The bed and breakfast features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests.

The place is ran by a lovely family that sincerely just wanted us to enjoy and feel comfertable. The place looks great with a nice garden and patio, felt safe, good location and a great hand made breakfast.

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9.6
Exceptional
109 reviews
Price from
US$56
per night

Set in the centre of Knysna, 6.7 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 7.1 km from Knysna Forest, 210 Gallery Luxury Studio Apartment offers air conditioning. This apartment provides free private parking and a lift. The accommodation offers free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a family-friendly restaurant.

The apartment was super modern, everything very clean and check in smooth even though I didn't responde to several messages (I hadn't seen). Nothing to complain about here. I'd coma back at any time!

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9.1
Superb
205 reviews
Price from
US$68
per night

Knysna Private Estate Lagoon Apartment - Garden Apartment - Secure Estate have two apartments: Lagoon Apartment with Ocean View and Garden View Apartment.

Boasting a patio with Lagoon views, a garden and a terrace, Kanonkop Private Estate Lagoon Suite can be found in Knysna, close to Knysna Lagoon and 4.3 km from Knysna Forest. The property features river and garden views, and is 6 km from Knysna Heads as well as 4 km from the beach.

Private parking, safe environment, beautiful surroundings, close to the city center, very nice decorated and very well organized apartment, practical tips from the host and excellent communication, very good bed for a good night rest, rain-shower.

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9.6
Exceptional
100 reviews
Price from
US$52
per night

Offering garden views, The Garden on Phantom - "Off the grid" is an accommodation situated in Knysna, 6 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 6.5 km from Knysna Forest. The property is located 10 km from Knysna Heads, 11 km from Pezula Golf Club and 35 km from Lakes Area National Park. The apartment also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

the location and the facilities

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9.4
Superb
122 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

Situated in Knysna in the Western Cape region, Knysna Budget Friendly Stay features a patio. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the homestay free of charge. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

owner are good place very nice and clean

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9.1
Superb
166 reviews
Price from
US$21
per night

Situated 6.1 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 6.5 km from Knysna Forest in the centre of Knysna, 9 Summerplace features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property has lake views and is 9 km from Pezula Golf Club and 36 km from Goose Valley Golf Club. The property is non-smoking and is located 8 km from Knysna Heads.

Communication was great, Propperty exceeded our expectation and would love to return for a longer stay

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9
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
US$109
per night

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Knysna's best hotels with breakfast

  • Castle On The Heads
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 118 reviews

    Featuring sea views, Castle On The Heads offers accommodation with balcony, around 1 km from Coney Glen Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    No real choice but the food presented was excellent.

  • Friendz Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 260 reviews

    Located within 5.8 km of Knysna Heads and 6.8 km of Pezula Golf Club, Friendz Guesthouse features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Knysna.

    The host and staff were so helpful and accommodating

  • bWhale guest house
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 109 reviews

    Set just 4.4 km from Pezula Golf Club, bWhale guest house offers accommodation in Knysna with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    - amazing breakfast - friendly hosts - clean - great location

  • Somervreug Guesthouse
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 243 reviews

    Offering a bar and city view, Somervreug Guesthouse is set in Knysna, 6.8 km from Knysna Forest and 8.5 km from Knysna Heads.

    The room The view from the room The pool area The staff

  • Chez Pierre
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 371 reviews

    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.

    Very pleasant stay, friendly owner and Nice environment.

  • One on Bollard
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 246 reviews

    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.

    Exceptionally clean, friendly staff, great location

  • Knysna Pearl View Guest House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 439 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Knysna Pearl View Guest House offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a bar, around a few steps from Knysna Heads.

    Great room, with amazing views across the sea and lagoon.

  • Knys-to-stay
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 323 reviews

    Situated in Knysna, 600 metres from Feathers Gallery, Knys-to-stay features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, fridge and microwave.

    The property was clean and the staff were friendly.

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 103 reviews

    Offering a terrace and garden view, Pezula Magic Escape - Guest House - No Loadshedding is situated in Knysna, 2.7 km from Sparrebosch Beach and 1.1 km from Pezula Golf Club.

    Amazing hostess and such a beautiful, comfortable space!

  • Armadillo Studios
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 199 reviews

    Located within 5.1 km of Pezula Golf Club and 5.3 km of Knysna Heads in Knysna, Armadillo Studios features accommodation with seating area.

    Lovely apartment, beautiful garden and amazing staff

  • Footprints of Knysna
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 128 reviews

    Featuring a large garden with an outdoor swimming pool, Footprints offers accommodation with views of the Knysna Lagoon and is located a 10 minute drive from Knysna Heads.

    Really friendly and clean, and very good value for money.

  • Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 684 reviews

    At the tip of Leisure Island and overlooking the Knysna Lagoon, this hotel has an outdoor pool and terrace with panoramic views. Its rooms have a furnished balcony or patio.

    Everything - Great location, great staff, great food

  • Fijnbos Guesthouse
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 89 reviews

    Fijnbos Guesthouse offers accommodation set 600 metres from the centre of Knysna and features a garden and a terrace. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking and a housekeeping service.

    The wonderful attention to detail. Great hospitality.

  • La Lupa Nera
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 77 reviews

    Featuring garden views, La Lupa Nera offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 6 km from Knysna Heads. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Perfect location. Excellent facilities. Great hosts. Thank you.

  • Knysna Holiday Armadillo
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 17 reviews

    Set in Knysna, Knysna Holiday Armadillo offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    The real friendly cat, was a welcoming experience.

  • Tonquani - Knysna (est. 2022)
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 60 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of pool, Tonquani - Knysna (est. 2022) is a recently renovated guest house located in Knysna, 6.7 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate.

    Everything about the place would go there again with my family

  • Knysna Private Estate Lagoon Apartment - Garden Apartment - Secure Estate
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 100 reviews

    Knysna Private Estate Lagoon Apartment - Garden Apartment - Secure Estate have two apartments: Lagoon Apartment with Ocean View and Garden View Apartment.

    Location, cleanliness, modern fittings and fixtures

  • Lagoon View Cottage
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 151 reviews

    Situated in Knysna and only 5.7 km from Knysna Heads, Lagoon View Cottage features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Location, view, own parking, hosts, cottage, supplies.

  • Glenview Heads Apartments
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 926 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Glenview Heads Apartments offers accommodation with patio, around 700 metres from Coney Glen Beach.

    I like this apt so much. I definitely will come back next time.

  • Waterfront - Knysna Quays Accommodation
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 691 reviews

    Set in Knysna in the Western Cape Region, 4.4 km from Knysna Forest, Waterfront, Knysna Quays Accommodation features a barbecue and views of the river.

    Beautiful, well equipped apartment. Lovely view from lounge

  • Head over Hills
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 151 reviews

    Head over Hills is an exclusive retreat in Knysna. Set on the jagged edge of the famous rocky cliffs of the Knysna Heads, this well-appointed guest house has a heated swimming pool.

    The staff there is very friendly and always helping

  • 6 On Protea
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 185 reviews

    Featuring panoramic views of Knysna Lagoon as well as the Heads, 6 On Protea is located along the Garden Route, just a 5-minute drive from the Knysna town centre.

    Great comfortable stay, good views and lovely staff.

  • Beacon House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 143 reviews

    Beacon House is located on the Eastern Head of the Knysna Heads within a few metres of the Knysna Lagoon and 10 km from the centre of Knysna.

    Amarille is just the perfect host, very thoughful.

  • Alexander Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 317 reviews

    The luxurious, 5-star Alexander Guest House offers individually designed rooms and suites. A spacious sun terrace offers guests a place to relax beside the outdoor pool.

    Room was perfectly appointed, and every need catered for.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Knysna

  • From US$167.72 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 519 reviews
    The location, the views, the villa and the reception were beautiful and welcoming.
    Mirriam Kganya
    South Africa
  • 6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 12 reviews
    I Loved this Villa. It was comfortable and spacious. We really enjoyed it at Penzula.
    Van Zyl
    South Africa
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 46 reviews
    Definitely the best holiday home,the house is perfect, the view is beautiful.It really feels like you are leaving something behind when you leave.The family enjoyed every moment, will be back next year
    Lindie
    South Africa
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 15 reviews
    It was comfortable very spacious. It felt like a dream holiday home. And it was very safe.
    Rochelle
    South Africa
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 64 reviews
    The holiday home felt like home! the host was great and check in and check out was hassle free. we enjoyed the privacy and the views are magnificent…. the whole family loved it. Highly recommend it 🤩
    Qhobela
    South Africa
  • From US$105.85 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 70 reviews
    I like that the place was very centrally located to everything in Knysna, It was sea and Knysna head facing, littrally on the water, it felt like a holiday home, everything was neat and tidy.
    M
    MAKAYLA
    South Africa
  • From US$200.29 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 125 reviews
    beautiful holiday home. gorgeous sunset views and great pool area.
    Camilla
    South Africa
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews
    The holiday home is located in a gated community with security night and day. It was a few minutes drive to supermarkets. There is a wrap around balcony with a braai area and outdoor dining space and beautiful views across the water. The family loved the location, and they could take walks to the shops. All the rooms have en-suite bathrooms plus there is a guest toilet. The kitchen is fabulous and the cooks enjoyed spending time creating meals. It had a washer and dryer as well that was helpful.
    Razena
    United Arab Emirates
  • From US$56.99 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 604 reviews
    Wow Christine the host was the best, she made us feel at home and comfortable. The kitchen ladies Jenny made the most scrumptious breakfast ever. 47th on Howard it's our holiday home when we visit Knysna again.
    Saria Gladys
    South Africa
  • From US$488.52 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 143 reviews
    Excellent views and excellent holiday home.
    Lethabo
    South Africa

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