Waterfront Travel Guide

Knysna

A waterfront with a wooden pier extending into calm water, surrounded by residential buildings and a hilly backdrop.
A marina with boats, a sailboat, and a waterfront building with people.
A marina with boats docked, a bridge, and buildings along the waterfront.
A marina with several sailboats docked, a wooden building with a green roof, and hills in the background.
A white boat named 'HEADS Explorer' docked at a marina with flags and a building in the background.

Stay near popular Waterfront attractions

A marina with several sailboats docked at sunset.
Photo by Earth Trekkers
Open Photo by Earth Trekkers

Knysna Waterfront

9.0/10 (118 reviews)
You can enjoy retail therapy at Knysna Waterfront during your trip to Knysna. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Top hotels in Waterfront

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 2.731.028 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
2.731.028 ₫
3.172.089 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (366 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location, right by the water and a short walking distance to all the restaurants at the marina. Parking right at the hotel as well. Rooms are lovely, staff were brilliant, very friendly and helpful. Breakfasts were good - will be staying here again next time we are in ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

4 out of 5
5 Welbedacht Lane Knysna Western Cape
The price is 3.113.145 ₫ per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
3.113.145 ₫
3.580.117 ₫ total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Friday Market and Drupkelders Hiking Trail are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
"The property is beautiful, surrounding mountains, spacious luxurious room, comfortable bed, good food."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Knysna Hollow Country Estate
Bayview Hotel

Bayview Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Main & Gibb Street Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is 2.241.635 ₫ per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
2.241.635 ₫
2.577.880 ₫ total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber ...
8.4/10 Very good! (103 reviews)
"It’s the best hotel with great views and incredible interior. Highly recommend this for family stay."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Bayview Hotel
Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
198 CR Swart Drive Knysna Western Cape
The price is 4.025.246 ₫ per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
4.025.246 ₫
4.629.033 ₫ total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Knysna. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Featherbed Nature ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
"Good kitchen, magical location, fantastic views, wonderful living area and balcony. Bar and restaurant also awesome and convenient."

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort
Formosa Bay

Formosa Bay

3 out of 5
N2 National Road Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is 1.651.311 ₫ per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
1.651.311 ₫
1.899.008 ₫ total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Plett Puzzle Park and Adventure ...
Formosa Bay
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
27 Baron's View Estate Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is 2.682.744 ₫ per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
2.682.744 ₫
3.085.156 ₫ total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Plett Puzzle Park and Old Timber ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
"Faultless"

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
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Where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Thesen Island

If you're spending some time in Thesen Island, Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park are top sights worth seeing.

A marina with boats docked, a bridge, and buildings along the waterfront.

Knysna Central

While visiting Knysna Central, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront.

A residential area with a swimming pool, houses, and a view of a bay with boats.
Photo by Andy Holliday
Open Photo by Andy Holliday

Paradise

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

Rexford

While Rexford isn't home to many top sights, Knysna Golf Club and Leisure Isle are some notable places to visit nearby.

Belvidere

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

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