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Turbine Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with 3 restaurants and a marina

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine
Terrace/patio
Reception
Consider a stay at Turbine Hotel and Spa and take advantage of a marina, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the sailing, fishing, and cycling at this hotel. Indulge in reflexology, a Swedish massage, and a detox wrap at Amani Spa, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Italian cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and boat tours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Sep 26 - Sep 27
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Tomorrow

Sep 27 - Sep 28
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located on a lake, Turbine Hotel and Spa is in Thesen Island, a neighborhood in Knysna. Knysna Quays and Featherbed Boat Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Pledge Nature Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with water skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Knysna Quays - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Leisure Isle - 17 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 24 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trinity Premium Coffee Co. - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Luxury family-friendly hotel located in Thesen Island
Take advantage of a marina, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Turbine Hotel and Spa. Active travelers can enjoy sailing, fishing, and cycling at this hotel. Indulge in reflexology, a Swedish massage, and a detox wrap at Amani Spa, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Italian cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and boat tours. In addition to 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Col Cacchio Pizzeria
  • The Island Cafe
  • The Tapas Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1000 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 650 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 1000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Turbine Hotel
Turbine Hotel Knysna
Turbine Knysna
Turbine Hotel Spa
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel
Turbine Hotel and Spa Knysna
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Turbine Hotel and Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Turbine Hotel and Spa doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–9:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 650 per person applies.

Where is Turbine Hotel and Spa located?

This family-friendly Knysna hotel is located on a lake, just steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Lagoon. Knysna Waterfront and Knysna Quays are also within 15 minutes.

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