A waterfront café with outdoor seating, a canal, and a building with a tower.

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14 Aug - 16 Aug
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21 Aug - 23 Aug
In one month
4 Sep - 6 Sep
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2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for Knysna hostels

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1. Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation

Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation
3.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (14 reviews)
"Nice place, cheap and walking distance to resturants and shops"
South Africa
Anonymous traveller
The price is 808.136 ₫
808.136 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation
Sun deck

2. The Wild Farm - Hostel

The Wild Farm - Hostel
2.0 star property
Wilderness
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"Nice "
United States
Johan
The price is 815.665 ₫
938.015 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
The Wild Farm - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Knysna Hotel Reviews

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was excellent with regards to service, cleanliness and location. Everything to shut down very early and unfortunately due to tides and debris we couldn’t use the kayaks."
Angus 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
The Lofts Boutique Hotel

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Knysna Hostels information

Number of reviews
31
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
808.136 ₫
Highest Price
938.015 ₫

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Knysna?
By staying at a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and use more of your money for going out during your stay.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Knysna?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 15°C. Average annual precipitation for Knysna is 662 mm.
What is there to see and do in Knysna?
In general, Knysna is known for its golf, safari tours and forests. Get out into nature with places such as Knysna Lagoon, Featherbed Nature Reserve and Leisure Isle. Cultural attractions include Outeniqua Transport Museum and Scarab Village. Locals like to shop at Knysna Waterfront and Friday Market.
What's the best way to get to and around Knysna while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Knysna in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Plettenberg Bay (PBZ), located 16.4 mi (26.5 km) away from the city centre. Another option is George (GRJ), located 38.1 mi (61.3 km) away.