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A table with fruit, vegetables, and bread by a window overlooking a cityscape.

A swimming pool with a brick pathway, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A cobblestone pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a mounted television, a shelf with kitchen items, and a window with curtains.

1. Guinea Fowl Lodge

7.7 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Desiree

P5,110

P5,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A rocky coastal landscape with large boulders and cliffs.

A landscaped garden with palm trees, a gravel path, and a view of the sea and hills in the background.

A living room with a zebra rug, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a painting of giraffes.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.

2. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

Paradise, 6.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Shuna

P5,841

P5,841 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a large arched window. There are several seating areas with tables and chairs.

A wooden building with a green roof, large windows, and a balcony with wooden railings.

A buffet area with a variety of food items, a coffee machine, and seating arrangements.

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows and a green roof.

3. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Knysna Central, 7.6 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Harsha

P6,116

P7,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A stone staircase leading to a modern two-story building with a balcony.

A residential area with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and lush greenery.

A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs.

4. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

7.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Esther

P2,373

P3,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A balcony with balustrades overlooking a beach with a lifeguard tower.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a television mounted on the wall.

A bar area with stools, a brick wall, and a poster on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a mirror above the bed, a wooden wardrobe, and two bedside lamps.

5. Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

17.1 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

James

P4,267

P4,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central staircase, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoor patio area.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina.

6. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central, 7.7 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Jonna

P7,477

P8,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.

A spacious indoor area with a large window overlooking a landscape, a seating area with wicker furniture, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

An outdoor wooden deck with benches and tables, surrounded by trees and a thatched roof structure with string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a scenic view.

7. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

9.6 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Ibrahima

P14,972

P17,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a body of water, and a hill in the background.

A neatly made bed with striped pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair with a patterned cushion.

A room with a round table, a clock, a vase with flowers, a small figurine, and a book.

A coastal marina with numerous sailboats, a prominent lighthouse, and residential buildings along the shoreline.

8. Chez Pierre

7.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Mary

P7,584

P7,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and large windows offering views of a grassy field.

A wooden deck with a pool, two lounge chairs, and a small table.

A lodge with a wooden exterior, a balcony, and a sign indicating it is a B&B.

A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a dining area.

9. Oyster Creek Lodge

5.4 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Tadashi

P4,797

P4,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A modern two-story building with a large entrance, outdoor seating area, and a central water feature.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a modern geometric partition.

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a well-maintained garden.

A row of modern, single-story cabins with a paved walkway leading through a landscaped garden.

10. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

5.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Chanel

P9,908

P11,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A restaurant with round tables, patterned chairs, hanging light fixtures, and potted plants.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "The Rex Hotel".

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a swimming pool, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A modern lobby with a sofa, a round table with a tray, and a chandelier.

11. aha The Rex Hotel

8.5 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

"Been to Knysna now on many times, stayed in various types of accommodation within the town, very impressed with this hotel, ideal for walking around town, the marina and it's location is great, ideal for walking to many of the towns restaurants' and bars. Would certainly recommend this hotel. Staff were really helpful, breakfast was fine although there are many cafe's around the hotel should one want any alternative breakfast, although what we had was fine."

Yvonne

P7,327

P8,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of the sea and hills.

A hotel room with a large bed, grey curtains, a view of the outdoors, and a painting on the wall.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a body of water and hills.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, large windows with a view of a body of water and a bridge, and green ambient lighting.

12. Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

Paradise, 6.5 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Richard

P3,252

P3,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, outdoor seating, and a stone facade.

A beach with clear blue water, rocky outcrops, and greenery.

A coastal property with a swimming pool, a beach view, and a ride-on toy car.

A coastal residential area with houses, a golf course, and a view of the ocean.

13. Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

4.5 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Simon

P9,467

P10,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wooden pier with a seafood platter, champagne, and glasses of wine.

A modern glass conservatory with a metal roof, surrounded by trees.

A nighttime view of a modern hotel with a swimming pool, illuminated by ambient lighting.

A buffet setup with various food items and a large potted plant.

14. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

8.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Anonymous traveler

P6,901

P7,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A luxurious hotel with a central courtyard, outdoor seating areas, and a swimming pool.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A hot tub with a wooden deck and bamboo walls.

A residential area with multiple houses surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of the ocean in the background.

15. Pezula Nature Retreat

10.1 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

bharat

P15,557

P17,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

16. Crown on the heads

7.9 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Mmabatho

P30,621

P30,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

17. Knysna Log-inn

Knysna Central, 7.6 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Anonymous traveler

P7,712

P8,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A stone building with a balcony overlooking the ocean.

A bedroom with a large bed, two open windows with curtains, a chair, and a chandelier.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a chandelier.

A pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a stone building with balconies and a lush garden.

18. Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

13.3 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

St. John

P23,917

P27,505 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A rustic room with a wooden bed, a wooden bench, a large window, and a brick wall.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach with waves.

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and a mountain in the background.

A stone building with a stone staircase leading to a balcony.

19. Buccara Noetzie - Lindsay Castle

12.2 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

sandra

P52,342

P60,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a stone building in the background.

A kitchen with a wooden dining table, white chairs, a refrigerator, and a clock on the wall.

A living room with a brick wall, a chandelier, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chessboard.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the landscape.

20. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

6.3 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

P6,700

P14,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

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Compare popular hotels close to Buffalo Bay Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Guinea Fowl Lodge	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden	9.8 Exceptional 70 reviews	View
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel	8.8 Excellent 38 reviews	View
Aestas Bed & Breakfast	9.0 Wonderful 95 reviews	View
Pili Pili Beach Cabanas	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View

Top Buffalo Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Great host, and very nice breakfast"

Roseroc Boutique Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect"

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Walking distance to shops and restaurants. Rooms spacious and comfortable. Great choice at breakfast"

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful boutique hotel… Amazing staff. Would definitely stay here again."

Under Milkwood Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Nice people"

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful, surrounding mountains, spacious luxurious room, comfortable bed, good food."

Turbine Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was incredible. The location is excellent, the hotel itself is quite interesting and there are many places to explore, the food and drink were excellent - as were the staff who provided them, the room was remarkable. This is a must-stay hotel if you are considering staying in the area. I would return in a heartbeat if travels bring me there - and I would bring as many as I could."

Guinea Fowl Lodge

8/10 Good

"My family of four stayed in the family room. We were a little disappointed, not to have a view of the town, but it is the only room that sleeps for. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast were excellent in the morning, a great way to start the day. This is a great place to spend a couple of nights."

St James of Knysna

10/10 Excellent

"This is a beautiful, clean and comfortable hotel. Staff is super helpful- a true 5 star hotel!"

Other attractions near Buffalo Bay Beach

A vintage car show with a 'Memory Lane' banner.

Outeniqua Transport Museum

Have fun with all the family browsing this museum’s impressive array of historic steam trains and vintage cars, along with photographs and other artifacts.

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A rocky outcrop on a beach with waves crashing against it.

Brenton Beach

9.2/10 (64 reviews)

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

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A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by a river with wet sand and a town in the background.

Knysna Lagoon

9.4/10 (57 reviews)

Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.

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A sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a rocky outcrop in the water, and a person fishing.

Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

See some of the Western Cape’s wonderful wildlife in a coastal nature reserve that combines the flora and fauna of both the ocean and the land.

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Drupkelders Hiking Trail

You can take time to visit Drupkelders Hiking Trail during your travels to Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Featherbed Nature Reserve

8.4/10 (19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Featherbed Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Friday Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Friday Market during your visit to Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Buffalo Bay Beach?

Buffalo Bay Beach is located in Knysna. Travelers like this scenic area for its golfing. You'll find 153 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Buffalo Bay Beach?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Buffalo Bay Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort and Knysna Hollow Country Estate.

How many hotels are there close to Buffalo Bay Beach?

Expedia has 153 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Buffalo Bay Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Buffalo Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Buffalo Bay Beach.

What can I see and do near Buffalo Bay Beach?

Local parks like Featherbed Nature Reserve, Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve, and Pledge Nature Reserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Lounge by the water at Brenton Beach and Bollard Bay. At Knysna Lagoon, Leisure Isle, and Eastern Head View Point, take some time to really appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Buffalo Bay Beach hotels

1. Guinea Fowl Lodge

2. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

3. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

4. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

5. Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

6. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

7. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

8. Chez Pierre

9. Oyster Creek Lodge

10. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

11. aha The Rex Hotel

12. Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

13. Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

14. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

15. Pezula Nature Retreat

16. Crown on the heads

17. Knysna Log-inn

18. Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

19. Buccara Noetzie - Lindsay Castle

20. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

Compare popular hotels close to Buffalo Bay Beach

Top Buffalo Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Roseroc Boutique Guest House

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

Under Milkwood Resort

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Guinea Fowl Lodge

St James of Knysna

Other attractions near Buffalo Bay Beach

Outeniqua Transport Museum

Brenton Beach

Knysna Lagoon

Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve

Drupkelders Hiking Trail

Featherbed Nature Reserve

Friday Market

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