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Top Trending Hotels Near Thesen Island, Knysna

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The Lofts Boutique Hotel

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
Thesen Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (79)
"Everything about the hotel was lovely - the room decor, comfort, position, service, food - my only complaint is there was a lot of noise early in the morning from the restaurant. "
South Africa
Emanuel
The Lofts Boutique Hotel
Exterior
Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
Thesen Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (181)
"Excellent stay ! Highly recommend!"
Canada
Arjun
Turbine Hotel and Spa
Property grounds
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

3.5 star property
Knysna Central, 1 km from Thesen Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (325)
"Excellent breakfast and very good location"
United States
Alida
The price is P6,051
P7,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
Aerial view
Formosa Bay

Formosa Bay

3.0 star property
28 km from Thesen Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (95)
"Formosa bay was a great experience. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The place in clean and have some great amenities for all ages."
United States
Tamar
The price is P3,560
P4,094 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Formosa Bay
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel

Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
2.8 km from Thesen Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61)
"An amazing spot, with a friendly staff that wanted to make sure you enjoyed your time there. Would go back."
United States
Stephen
Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel
1 bedroom, minibar, bed sheets
Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

3.5 star property
26.5 km from Thesen Island
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2)
"Beautiful views and great potential, but the experience felt rushed and a bit flat. The property sits on expansive land with roaming wildlife, including zebras — a real highlight. There are colour coded hiking routes across the property, which are a nice addition. Staff were friendly, and dinner was delicious — a beautifully cooked beef dish followed by dessert. However, it was a fixed meal with no menu or choice, which didn’t match reviews praising a full restaurant experience. This could be...
United Kingdom
Shannon
The price is P8,009
P9,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Simbavati Fynbos on Sea
Exterior
Pezula Nature Retreat

Pezula Nature Retreat

3.9 km from Thesen Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (193)
"Really impressed with the spacious rooms, wonderful service, great facilities, excellent food and lovely indoor and outdoor pool and spa. Rooms are a little dated but still comfortable and elegant. Hotel definitely has improved since a previous stay and look forward to returning."
South Africa
Anonymous traveler
The price is P13,405
P15,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Pezula Nature Retreat
Restaurant
The Ivory Haus

The Ivory Haus

4.0 star property
29.2 km from Thesen Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (26)
"Beautiful rooms and patio restaurants "
Canada
NANCY
The price is P11,747
P13,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Ivory Haus
Outdoor pool
Dolphin Circle B&B

Dolphin Circle B&B

3.5 star property
29 km from Thesen Island
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"Our room was nice, by the entrance of the property. Very comfortable and with everything needed for a one night stay. Great breakfast. Nice common areas. Located a few blocks fron main street."
United States
Diego
The price is P4,298
P4,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Dolphin Circle B&B
In-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Limoni Luxury Suites

Limoni Luxury Suites

3.5 star property
29.6 km from Thesen Island
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Staff were great and the room was very clean"
United Kingdom
Jag
Limoni Luxury Suites
Exterior
Pumula Lodge Guesthouse Knysna

Pumula Lodge Guesthouse Knysna

4.0 star property
2.4 km from Thesen Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"O Pumula Lodge é uma Guest House incrível! Fomos muito bem recebidos, o lugar é lindo! O quarto enorme e confortável. O café da manhã tem boas opções e xom possibilidade de pedir ovos, bacons e pão na hora para a cozinheira! O acesso é fácil e tranquilo. Super recomendo!"
Brazil
Taís
The price is P6,229
P7,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Pumula Lodge Guesthouse Knysna
Exterior
Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

4.0 star property
3.7 km from Thesen Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (99)
"Lovely place, spacious rooms, friendly staff, very relaxing. We would certainly return!"
United Kingdom
Chloe
The price is P8,852
P10,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Knysna Hollow Country Estate
Reception
Hide Away Guest House

Hide Away Guest House

4.0 star property
Paradise, 2.4 km from Thesen Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (201)
"Lovely, well-appointed place with a very helpful host!"
United States
Kylie
Hide Away Guest House
BBQ/picnic area
The Bungalow

The Bungalow

4.0 star property
29.7 km from Thesen Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"Great location,lovely rooms,adorable staf. We enjoyed this stay so much. Drink your coffee at the deck and watch the dolphins swim by, that is what you will explore when you go for this hotel…"
Belgium
Marck
The price is P5,740
P6,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Bungalow
Outdoor pool
Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
1.8 km from Thesen Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (71)
"Friendly, convenient to waterfront, nice amenities (teakettle, French press for coffee, mini-fridge)"
United States
Barbara
The price is P2,349
P3,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Aestas Bed & Breakfast
Rooftop terrace
Plett Quarter Hotel

Plett Quarter Hotel

3.5 star property
29.3 km from Thesen Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18)
"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
Plett Quarter Hotel
Restaurant
Chez Pierre

Chez Pierre

3.5 star property
2.3 km from Thesen Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Our family of 4 had a fantastic couple of nights at Chez Pierre - wish we could have stayed longer. Pierre was the perfect host. The rooms were delightful, the breakfast delicious and the area so beautiful. "
United Kingdom
Carla
The price is P7,369
P7,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Chez Pierre
Terrace/patio
Guinea Fowl Lodge

Guinea Fowl Lodge

3.0 star property
2 km from Thesen Island
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Lucas, his friend and the staff have made a great job to this guesthouse with a wonderful view. There are still some things to do, but they are on a good way and it will be perfect very soon. Delicious breakfast, lovely beds and towels……. I really enjoyed the 2 days in this lovely place"
South Africa
Peter
The price is P4,562
P4,562 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Guinea Fowl Lodge
On the beach
The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory

3.5 star property
29.7 km from Thesen Island
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"This was part of trip where we had a longer stay of 3 nights we really enjoyed it here the hotel had a lot of character, rooms were nice not huge but had all that you needed. It was a good location for very good nearby restaurants, and a nice but busy beach within walking distance, also boat trips within walking distance. The food was amazing very large portions. Anything you need the staff will help with bookings for boat trips and restaurants. Very enjoyable stay. "
United Kingdom
Julie
The Old Rectory
Exterior
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

5.0 star property
Paradise, 2.7 km from Thesen Island
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (103)
"Amazing 3 night stay at this beautiful property. The best service that we have ever experienced at any accommodation - all in the future will be compared to Villa Africana!"
Canada
David
The price is P13,242
P15,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites
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Where to stay in Thesen Island

Find the best Thesen Island areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Knysna Quays featuring a bay or harbor

Knysna Central

If you're spending some time in Knysna Central, Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.

Knysna Quays which includes a bay or harbor, sailing and general coastal views

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.

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

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.

Belvidere

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

Top Thesen Island Hotel Reviews

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice hotel, good location. The food is also amazing. I had a nice stay in Plettenberg. "
Son 3-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What is Thesen Island like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Knysna's Thesen Island neighborhood. Are you looking for Thesen Island travel tips? Be sure to check out Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite place to stay in Thesen Island?
Based on our traveler data, Turbine Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Thesen Island. This hotel offers a marina and a full-service spa. Another good option for your stay in the area is The Lofts Boutique Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Thesen Island?
Expedia has 7 Thesen Island hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Knysna area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Thesen Island, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Thesen Island.
What can I see and do in this Knysna neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Thesen Island with a visit to Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park. While you're out sightseeing, Knysna Waterfront and Knysna Quays are a couple of additional sights to visit in Knysna.