Knysna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront café with outdoor seating, a canal, and a building with a tower.
A coastal landscape with mountains in the background, a body of water in the foreground, and a few buildings on the shore.
A coastal landscape with a river, rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse.
A beach with waves crashing against rocks and a clear blue ocean.
A coastal town with houses, a beach, and a river.

Where to stay in Knysna

Find the best Knysna 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.

Waterfront

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

Knysna Central

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

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.

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 3.027.068 ₫ per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
3.027.068 ₫
per night
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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! (367 reviews)
"We had great time in the hotel the The staff were very helpful and excellent in their dealings; we even requested breakfast for our last day as we had to leave early, and they prepared breakfast boxes for us. Also the location was great very near the water front with many stors and restaurants"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
198 CR Swart Drive Knysna Western Cape
The price is 4.015.440 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
4.015.440 ₫
per night
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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
Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

4 out of 5
5 Welbedacht Lane Knysna Western Cape
The price is 3.231.219 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
3.231.219 ₫
per night
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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
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.
Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
198 CR Swart Drive Knysna Western Cape
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
Under Milkwood Resort

Under Milkwood Resort

4 out of 5
13 George Rex Drive, The Heads Knysna Western Cape
Stay at this beach chalet in Knysna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Eastern Head View Point and West Head View Point ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Nice people"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Under Milkwood Resort
Brenton On Sea Cottages

Brenton On Sea Cottages

3.5 out of 5
242 C.R. Swart Road Knysna Western Cape
Stay at this beach holiday home in Knysna. Enjoy daily housekeeping, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Featherbed Nature Reserve and Brenton ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"Clean rooms Friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Brenton On Sea Cottages
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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