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The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (158 reviews)
"Great friendly staff and views were amazing "
United Kingdom
Louise
The price is €312
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
The Plettenberg Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"All the staff were so friendly. The Presidential sweet was sublime, and our stay was perfect. "
United Kingdom
Lottie
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"Clean room, staff, fantastic loc"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
5.0 star property
Thesen Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (183 reviews)
"Special place "
United Kingdom
Claudio
Turbine Hotel and Spa

Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Most wonderful place!"
United States
Peirong
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Beach Villa Wilderness

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
5.0 star property
Robberg Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (290 reviews)
"The guest house was lovely, really friendly staff and good location. However, overall I was quite disappointed, I had expected a proper hotel and a much more luxurious experience given we paid over $500 per night. I wonder and hope this was a holiday price and other guests aren’t charged as much "
United States
Tamsin
The price is €191
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
George
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Very polite staff and clean hotel."
United Kingdom
Sam
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"This is a unique and very beautiful group of building, the most helpful staff, extremely well run, with excellent restaurant facilities. "
United Kingdom
John
The price is €212
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Hunter's Country House

Crags Country Lodge

Crags Country Lodge
5.0 star property
The Crags
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"What a great Hotel in a fantastic location. Very friendly welcome, room was outstanding. "
United Kingdom
Peter
Crags Country Lodge

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites
5.0 star property
Paradise
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean room with an amazing view!"
Canada
Karl
The price is €204
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

Xanadu Guest Villa

Xanadu Guest Villa
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Great Hotel With outstanding sea view!"
Germany
Bastian
Xanadu Guest Villa

St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"Spectacular location , amazing staff in an amazing town !!!"
South Africa
Terry
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
St James of Knysna

Hilltop Boutique Hotel

Hilltop Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Wilderness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Our stay at Hilltop was amazing we really loved it friendly host beautiful home we will definitely go back again "
South Africa
Nelisa
Hilltop Boutique Hotel

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"Amazing place."
United States
Ibrahima
The price is €255
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Best ever, nice experience, area around it perfect for nature lovers. The hotel location allows you to enjoy the night stars like no other place( except in the desert) "
United States
Saeeda
The price is €919
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Tsala Treetop Lodge

Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
5.0 star property
Wilderness
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"Ted was the best! Amazing service and beautiful place to stay!"
United States
Milanka
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Cinnamon Boutique

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
5.0 star property
Paradise
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Cannot rate this high enough, lovely staff, great rooms and awesome breakfast."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

The Manor House at Fancourt

The Manor House at Fancourt
5.0 star property
George
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Nice boutique hotel within beautiful golf resort with great dining options "
Germany
Anja
The price is €543
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
The Manor House at Fancourt

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"The room was fantastic. The view is breathtaking of course. The staff are all very friendly and welcoming. It was super quiet aside from the roar of the ocean in the heads which we fell asleep to every night. The food is very good too. All in all a very very enjoyable stay. Thank you. "
Canada
Allison
The price is €298
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Kanonkop Guest House

Kanonkop Guest House
5.0 star property
Knysna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very welcoming and helpful hosts"
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is €343
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Kanonkop Guest House
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Nestled between forested hills and a sparkling lagoon, Knysna offers boat tours to spot dolphins and visit the famous Heads sandstone cliffs. Explore the vibrant Waterfront with its seafood restaurants or take guided hikes through indigenous forests in the surrounding Garden Route.

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What are the best 5-star hotels in Knysna?
THEBLOEM, Turbine Hotel and Spa and Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa are among the leading 5-star hotels in Knysna, based on reviews by our travellers. These upmarket hotels rate highly for things like their conveniences, location and guest services. Book your favourite and experience the best of it all.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Knysna?
Outstanding guest service chatacterises every 5-star hotel in Knysna. From the instant you arrive, staff attend to your every need, whether recommending activities and tours or providing in-room massage treatments. On top of that, hotels have to offer top-rate amenities to qualify for a 5-star rating. These can include luxury toiletries, a wellness centre, pools, fine dining restaurants and knowledgeable concierge.

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