Knysna Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Where to stay in Knysna

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.

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

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
Great location and great staff
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Knysna Hollow Country Estate
Absolutely stunning! The room was clean and spacious, with very comfortable beds. The grounds are lovely which make for a very relaxing stay. Lots of choice at breakfast and evening meals were delicious. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
The hotel is really nice and the staff are excellent. Breakfast is super!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort
Good kitchen, magical location, fantastic views, wonderful living area and balcony. Bar and restaurant also awesome and convenient.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Brenton On Sea Cottages
Pleasantly surprised with this wonderful lodge. Very clean and cozy cottages. Immaculately manicured grounds. Beautiful sunset views of the bay. An easy walk to the beach. Could certainly benefit with a fan in each bedroom though to mitigate the lack of air conditioning. A cheap investment that would ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Under Milkwood Resort
So warm and welcoming Gorgeous location and setting
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit

Knysna Waterfront
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Knysna Waterfront during your trip to Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Brenton Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Brenton Beach during your travels in Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Knysna Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Knysna Lagoon during your travels in Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Buffalo Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Buffalo Bay Beach during your trip to Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Knysna Quays
Explore the waterfront in Knysna with a trip to Knysna Quays. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Eastern Head View Point
You can find out about the history of Knysna with a visit to Eastern Head View Point. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
- Knysna Waterfront
- Buffalo Bay Beach
- Leisure Isle
- Featherbed Nature Reserve
- Brenton Beach
- Pezula Golf Club
- Eastern Head View Point
- Knysna Golf Club
- Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve
- Pezula Championship Course
- Featherbed Boat Cruises
- Outeniqua Transport Museum
- Drupkelders Hiking Trail
- Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail
- Friday Market
- Bollard Bay
- Terblans Nature Walk
- Garden Route National Park

