4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
The elephant sanctuary is definitely worth a visit. Good selection of restaurants on the waterfront. Thesens island very pleasant
Knysna Travel 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
4.5/5(4 area reviews)
While visiting Knysna Central, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront.
Paradise
5/5(11 area reviews)
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
Waterfront Drive, Knysna, Western Cape
The price is 2.940.997 ₫ per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
2.940.997 ₫
3.415.968 ₫ total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (324 reviews)
"We stayed for two nights in a room with a view over the harbour. The room felt a bit dated and the walls quite thin (so much so we got a call from reception asking us to turn our tv volume down as next door found it too loud - this was before 10pm). Reasonable breakfast options. We ate dinner at ..."
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025
Pezula Nature Retreat
Lagoonview Drive, Sparrebosch, Eastern Head, Knysna, Western Cape
The price is 5.038.207 ₫ per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
5.038.207 ₫
5.793.938 ₫ total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail and Knysna Golf Club ...
9/10 Wonderful! (191 reviews)
"We had a fantastic time at Pezula Nature Retreat. The staff were exceptional! The sevice was top notch! We plan to come back as we gad a fantastic experience!"
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
16 Gray Street, Knysna, Western Cape
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
"Loved the balcony"
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
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
198 CR Swart Drive, Brenton on Sea, Knysna, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Knysna. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Featherbed Nature Reserve ...
9/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
"Very enjoyable"
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025
Under Milkwood Resort
13 George Rex Drive, The Heads, Knysna, Western Cape
Stay at this 3-star beach chalet in Knysna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Eastern Head View Point and West Head View ...
The place to stay in Knysna 2i
"Cabin was absolutely outstanding rate on the water went swimming late in the sun sat on the deck wonderful wonderful location and spot check in with seamless, and the manager was super friendly and informative"
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024
Woodlands Self Catering, Knysna
Rheenendal Road, Knysna, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly apartment in Knysna. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve ...
Cute for a short stay
"The dog, Reacher, is super friendly. Water is only rain water so must be used sparingly. The little space is great for a short stay but would be cramped for extended periods. Beautiful garden with little pond right on your doorstep, but careful of wasps."
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2023
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.
Popular places to visit
Knysna Quays
4.5/5(32 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Knysna with a trip to Knysna Quays. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Brenton Beach
4.5/5(8 reviews)
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
4.5/5(18 reviews)
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
2/5(1 review)
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.
Eastern Head View Point
5/5(10 reviews)
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.
Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve
4/5(1 review)
Explore the great outdoors at Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve, a lovely green space in Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Reviews of Knysna
4.5
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Lots to see and do leisure island was amazing to cycle road and our guest house provided them for free . Millionaire row houses gardens views just beautiful. Also mini bus to the waterfront to dine for a small charge . But food in hotel was very good
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Our hotel was in a nice estate however walking around Knysna didn't feel very safe, particularly along the water. We ate on Thesen Island which was delicious and headed to the Knysna Nature Reserve which was beautiful and had some challenging walks.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Knysna is unique, it is beautiful, the locals are fantastic and it really is the gem of the Garden Route
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Knysna should be on list of every visitor to the South Africa. I wish they paid more to Native Africans.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Knysna is beautiful and there is a lot to do from shopping to boating.
- Knysna Waterfront
- Pezula Golf Club
- Brenton Beach
- Leisure Isle
- Buffalo Bay Beach
- Featherbed Nature Reserve
- 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
- Terblans Nature Walk
- Bollard Bay
- Garden Route National Park
