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Our top choices for Knysna Central hotels

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Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
3.0 star property
Knysna Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (36 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Harsha
The price is P5,530
P6,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
Lobby

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
3.5 star property
Knysna Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (366 reviews)
"Great location and great staff "
United Kingdom
Grant
The price is P6,297
P7,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
Terrace/patio

Ocean Watch Guest House

Ocean Watch Guest House
4.0 star property
30 km from Knysna Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Thank you for such a wonderful stay. We loved the villa, views and location. "
United States
Shannon
The price is P5,186
P5,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Ocean Watch Guest House
Aerial view

Limoni Luxury Suites

Limoni Luxury Suites
3.5 star property
30.2 km from Knysna Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Staff were great and the room was very clean"
United Kingdom
Jag
The price is P9,630
P11,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Limoni Luxury Suites
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
5.0 star property
4.7 km from Knysna Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (155 reviews)
"Amazing place."
United States
Ibrahima
The price is P14,939
P17,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
View from room

Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
5.0 star property
20.9 km from Knysna Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"We come regularly to the Hunter's Country House as it is always very relaxing. The Hospitality, the Restaurant Options and the People make the difference ..."
Germany
Kerem
The price is P13,393
P15,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Hunter's Country House
Hallway

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
3.0 star property
22.8 km from Knysna Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Great value for money. Rooms were clean and bed very comfy. Fantastic location and great food !"
United States
James
The price is P3,902
P3,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
In-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Bayview Hotel

Bayview Hotel
4.0 star property
29.8 km from Knysna Central
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (103 reviews)
"Very nicely decorated and maintained in great central location with views over Plettenberg Bay. Rooms very comfortable with excellent breakfast."
United Kingdom
PHILIP
The price is P6,590
P7,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Bayview Hotel
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Chez Pierre

Chez Pierre
3.5 star property
3.4 km from Knysna Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very nice owner and staff"
Ireland
Mary
The price is P6,612
P6,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Chez Pierre
Exterior

Emily Moon River Lodge

Emily Moon River Lodge
4.0 star property
30.1 km from Knysna Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"We had bats living in our roof, apparently knowingly by the owner (they built a house for them on the near cabin and they migrated to ours). We had to go to bed and sleep with constraint scratching and sliding noises, that was terrible. When we brought it to the attention of the team, they didn’t even bother apologising. The dinning experience over dinner and breakfast was terrible - worst service I’ve seen for a while and average food (it’s quite expensive considering its surroundings). Stay...
Canada
Ido
The price is P18,365
P21,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Emily Moon River Lodge
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Ivory Haus

The Ivory Haus
4.0 star property
29.8 km from Knysna Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Wonderful place! Staff was amazing, the room was top notch!"
Canada
Dorothy
The price is P5,439
P6,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
The Ivory Haus
Rooftop terrace

Plett Quarter Hotel

Plett Quarter Hotel
3.5 star property
29.8 km from Knysna Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (31 reviews)
"Great hotel for anybody exploring the garden route staying in Plett, very clean, tidy and right in the heart of the town surrounded by amazing restaurants."
United Kingdom
Jordan
The price is P4,346
P4,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Plett Quarter Hotel
Property grounds

Pelican Lodge

Pelican Lodge
4.0 star property
21.8 km from Knysna Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Our stay--- one night --- was VERY special. We were advised about eateries, about the village & really made to feel at home."
South Africa
George Deline
The price is P7,232
P7,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Pelican Lodge
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
5.0 star property
30.3 km from Knysna Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Amazing location, decor and service. Highly recommend staying here."
United States
Maria
The price is P19,707
P22,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The Plettenberg Hotel
Terrace/patio

Equleni Farm

Equleni Farm
2.0 star property
30.5 km from Knysna Central
The price is P2,555
P2,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Equleni Farm
Free daily full breakfast

Guinea Fowl Lodge

Guinea Fowl Lodge
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Knysna Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"What a lovely place! Would definitely return. Great location & really peaceful. "
United Kingdom
TINA
The price is P4,296
P4,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Guinea Fowl Lodge
Exterior

Pezula Nature Retreat

Pezula Nature Retreat
5 km from Knysna Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (206 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, beautiful rooms, lovely staff. "
United Kingdom
bharat
The price is P13,994
P16,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Pezula Nature Retreat
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea
3.5 star property
25.9 km from Knysna Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Our 2nd visit. "
United States
Gordon
The price is P7,497
P8,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Simbavati Fynbos on Sea
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Formosa Bay

Formosa Bay
3.0 star property
28.6 km from Knysna Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (103 reviews)
"Very clean with nice pool and adjoining restaurant."
United States
Carey
The price is P4,247
P4,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Formosa Bay
Restaurant

Cottage Pie by Robberg

Cottage Pie by Robberg
2.5 star property
29.8 km from Knysna Central
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Self catering room in cottage pie needs a renovation . The windows lead onto the street,so this would make it a security issue if one would like to sit outside. The bedroom is dark and gloomy the bathroom had a broken light. The overall facilities and the staff were very good "
Switzerland
Shaun
The price is P4,346
P4,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Cottage Pie by Robberg
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Where to stay in Knysna Central

Find the best Knysna Central areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Thesen Island

While visiting Thesen Island, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.

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

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.

Rexford

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rexford and surrounding area, you can visit Knysna Golf Club and Leisure Isle.

A residential area with a swimming pool, houses, and a view of a bay with boats.
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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.

Belvidere

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

Top Knysna Central Hotel Reviews

Plett Quarter Hotel

Plett Quarter Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"All good, amazing manager and staff Thank you for a great stay"
Belinda 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Plett Quarter Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Knysna Central like?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Knysna's Knysna Central neighborhood. Be sure to check out Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront as part of your Knysna Central travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Knysna Central?
Based on our traveler data, Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays is one of the top choices for your stay in Knysna Central. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Knysna Log-Inn Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Knysna Central area?
With 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Knysna Central to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Knysna area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Knysna Central, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Knysna Central.
What are the top things to see and do in Knysna Central?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Knysna Central with a visit to Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park. You could also plan a visit to Knysna Quays or Knysna Waterfront while you're in the neighborhood. Featherbed Boat Cruises, Pledge Nature Reserve, and Friday Market are just a few of the places to visit in and around Knysna Central. While you're out sightseeing, Bollard Bay and Featherbed Nature Reserve are a couple of additional sights to visit in Knysna.