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Guest Houses in Knysna

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Knysna on Hotels.com. These Knysna Guest Houses consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 12, 2026.

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.

1. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

Paradise

CNY620

CNY620 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

A house with a pool, surrounded by pink flowers and greenery.

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.

2. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

Knysna

CNY712

CNY1,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern living room with a fireplace, glass shelves, and a view to the outside.

A modern outdoor pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, and a patio with a railing.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a round mirror, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and fireplace. Large windows offer a view of the sea.

3. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Paradise

CNY1,537

CNY1,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A round metal table with chairs, a potted plant, and a glass on a balcony overlooking the ocean.

A marina with boats docked, a wooden deck, and a sign for a water club.

A poolside area with two lounge chairs and an umbrella, overlooking a clear blue sky and water.

A coastal view with a beach, ocean waves, and a clear sky.

4. Brenton On Rocks Luxury Guest House

Knysna

CNY670

CNY770 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a lake and mountains. There is a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall and a wooden bench in the room.

A gated entrance with a sign for Hideaway Guest House in Kynuna.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, two armchairs, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bedroom with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a grey throw blanket. There are two wall-mounted light fixtures and a large window with curtains.

5. Hide Away Guest House

Paradise

CNY920

CNY1,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a stone wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants in a backyard setting.

A guesthouse with a white picket fence, a red signboard, and a well-maintained garden.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

6. African Breeze Guest House

Knysna

CNY564

CNY649 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A balcony with a wooden table set for two, overlooking a coastal landscape with cliffs and the sea.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the ocean. There is a bed with pillows, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

A round wooden table set for dining with white tableware, including plates, cups, and cutlery, on a bamboo mat.

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a pool, overlooking a coastline with a clear view of the ocean.

7. Headlands House Guest Lodge

Knysna

CNY1,130

CNY1,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A bedroom with a large bed, an orange throw, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables set for service, a kitchen area visible in the background, and large windows providing natural light.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a patio area.

8. Orange Inn Knysna

Knysna

CNY389

CNY447 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A serene lakeside view with a stone wall and pink flowers, a wooden fence, and a clear sky.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a canopy bed, bedside lamps, a framed picture, and a mirror.

A coastal building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and flags.

A balcony with a sofa, a large potted plant, and a view of a body of water.

9. TwoAngels

Knysna

CNY772

CNY888 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a pool, and a view of a garden.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lush garden.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a view of a wooden deck and greenery outside.

A person sitting on a rocky cliff overlooking a beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

10. Pumula Lodge Guesthouse Knysna

Knysna

CNY580

CNY667 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A large, historic house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view of a lake and hills.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and buildings.

A dining area with multiple tables set for meals, wooden chairs, and a decorative mirror.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a mirror.

11. Knysna Manor House

Knysna

CNY602

CNY799 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and hills.

A two-story building with a blue roof and a sign that reads "Lagoon Lodge".

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A wooden staircase leading to a landing with a microwave on a small table.

12. Lagoon Lodge

Paradise

CNY365

CNY365 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A wooden table with a bottle of wine and two glasses on a balcony overlooking a river and hills.

A modern hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

13. Overmeer Guest House

Paradise

CNY531

CNY611 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A balcony with a view of the ocean and a mountainous landscape.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a view of the ocean.

A deck with wooden flooring, a pool, and lounge chairs overlooking the ocean.

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

14. Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Knysna

CNY2,186

CNY2,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A large bathtub with a view of a sunset over a body of water, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table, and a view of a mountain and greenery.

A cozy living area with a stone fireplace, wicker furniture, and a view of the mountains.

A modern house with an outdoor swimming pool, a covered patio, and a well-lit interior.

15. Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Knysna

CNY1,408

CNY1,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by a brick wall and greenery.

A brick staircase leading to a house entrance with a porch, surrounded by greenery and a brick wall.

A dining area with a table set for two, a decorative plant, and a mirror with an ornate frame.

16. Amber Guest Lodge

Rexford

CNY1,123

CNY1,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A pathway surrounded by tall palm trees with sunlight filtering through.

A room with a large window, wicker chairs, a table with a plant, and a view of a coastal town.

A two-story building with a white facade and blue trim, labeled "Yellowwood Lodge." It features a covered porch with white lattice detailing and a small garden area with various plants and flowers.

A white and blue house with a porch, a table with a teapot and a bowl, and a chair.

17. Yellowwood Lodge - Adults Only

Knysna

CNY682

CNY785 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A balcony with white chairs and a view of a lake and mountains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a nightstand, and a window with a view of trees and a building.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and a view through a large window.

A set of beige stone steps leading to a door with glass panels and decorative ironwork. There are two large planters with flowers and greenery on either side of the steps.

18. Isola Bella

Knysna

CNY811

CNY811 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, chair, and a view through a door.

A house with a swimming pool, outdoor furniture, and a large potted plant.

A small, dimly lit room with a wicker sofa, a wooden table, and a chair. A fire extinguisher is mounted on the wall.

A patio with a pool, white metal chairs, and a table under a blue umbrella.

19. B my Guest

Knysna

CNY345

CNY345 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand, a bed with white bedding, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

An outdoor seating area with umbrellas, a grassy lawn, and a building with a traditional roof.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark brown decorative pillow, and a tray with a glass of water and toiletries.

A pool area with a hammock, a view of a river, and a stone border around the pool.

20. Blackwaters River Lodge

Knysna

CNY1,086

CNY1,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Top neighborhoods in Knysna

A marina with boats, a sailboat, and a waterfront building with people.

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

A marina with several sailboats docked, a wooden building with a green roof, and hills in the background.

A white boat named 'HEADS Explorer' docked at a marina with flags and a building in the background.

Waterfront

Knysna's Waterfront neighborhood is known for its restaurants and offers a host of things to see such as Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront.

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Thesen Island

Knysna's Thesen Island neighborhood is home to attractions such as Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.

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A marina with sailboats docked, a café, and a view of the water and hills in the background.

A marina with boats docked, a building with 'Springtime Sailing Charters' signage, and a hill in the background.

Knysna Central

Knysna's Knysna Central neighborhood is home to attractions such as Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront.

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

Paradise

Knysna Heights's Paradise neighborhood is known for its gardens and offers a host of things to see such as Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.

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Rexford

Hunter's Home's Rexford neighborhood offers attractions including Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail.

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Top landmarks in Knysna

A marina with several sailboats docked at sunset.

Knysna Waterfront

9.0/10 (118 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Knysna Waterfront in Waterfront.

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A coastal landscape with a river, rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse.

Knysna Lagoon

9.4/10 (57 reviews)

Check out the water views and take some great vacation pics at Knysna Lagoon in Knysna.

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Knysna Quays

8.8/10 (124 reviews)

You can stroll along Knysna Quays for relaxing water views when you're in Waterfront. If you carry on walking you'll get to Knysna Lagoon and Featherbed Boat Cruises for some more water views.

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A coastal landscape with rocky terrain, green vegetation, and a clear blue sea.

Buffalo Bay Beach

8.4/10 (13 reviews)

If being by the water is a major draw, Buffalo Bay Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from central Knysna. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Brenton Beach located nearby.

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

Brenton Beach

9.2/10 (64 reviews)

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Brenton Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from central Knysna. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Buffalo Bay Beach located nearby.

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A coastal landscape with a cliff, beach, and buildings on top.

Eastern Head View Point

9.6/10 (55 reviews)

You might want to get your camera out and head to Eastern Head View Point— just one of the landmarks located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from central Knysna.

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Leisure Isle

8.6/10 (42 reviews)

Leisure Isle is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from central Knysna, why not stop by during your stay.

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Featherbed Nature Reserve

8.4/10 (19 reviews)

Featherbed Nature Reserve is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from central Knysna, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Pledge Nature Reserve, located nearby.

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Learn more about Knysna

Notable for its golfing, Knysna features attractions such as Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront. The city has something for everyone including sights like Knysna Lagoon and Featherbed Nature Reserve within a scenic setting.

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A coastal landscape with a bay, rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse.

Find out more about Knysna

If you're looking to discover somewhere new, look no further than Knysna. Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Knysna has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Knysna with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our map displays the areas and neighborhoods around all Knysna hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Knysna hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

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