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The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Amazing location, decor and service. Highly recommend staying here."
United States
Maria
The price is €316
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
The Plettenberg Hotel

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"Clean room, staff, fantastic loc"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is €182
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Great facilities and excellent staff! "
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (188 reviews)
"Spectacular location , amazing staff in an amazing town !!!"
South Africa
Terry
The price is €183
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
St James of Knysna

Villa Castollini

Villa Castollini
5.0 star property
Knysna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"Beautiful property in a spectacular location. Kind and helpful staff and the breakfast is magnificent "
Australia
David
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Villa Castollini

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)
"Great location "
United Kingdom
D
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Amazing location , beautifully appointed rooms and wonderful staff. This place has genuine wow factor ! "
United Kingdom
michael
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Beach Villa Wilderness

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

Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 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 €215
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hunter's Country House

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
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Turbine Hotel and Spa

Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
5.0 star property
Wilderness
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Ted was the best! Amazing service and beautiful place to stay!"
United States
Milanka
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
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
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

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

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
George
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Gordon
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (154 reviews)
"Amazing place."
United States
Ibrahima
The price is €240
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
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)
"Fantastic experience throughout "
United Kingdom
Henrik
The price is €933
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Tsala Treetop Lodge

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
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hilltop Boutique Hotel

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 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 €303
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

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 €551
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
The Manor House at Fancourt

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 €327
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
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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