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The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)
"Faultless stay - amazing service from all the staff "
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is €393
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
The Plettenberg Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Very friendly, helpful staff. Great amenities, loved the gym and pool area. The room was clean and comfortable but lacked a little extra storage and seating. Would happily stay at Sky Villa again. "
United Kingdom
Gavin
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
5.0 star property
Thesen Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"Lovely spot, friendly staff and superb breakfast"
South Africa
John
Turbine Hotel and Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (185 reviews)
"Thank you for excellent stay!!!"
South Africa
Andre
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

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 €198
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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, (145 reviews)
"Excellent facilities, staff very friendly and helpful, beautiful location. Very good breakfast selection. Would definately recommend."
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is €237
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Beach Villa Wilderness

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 €1,113
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Tsala Treetop Lodge

St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"Very private accommodations with extremely friendly and helpful staff. Absolutely beautiful accommodations!"
United States
greg
St James of Knysna

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, (107 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean room with an amazing view!"
Canada
Karl
The price is €231
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

THEBLOEM

THEBLOEM
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

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
George
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing and charming boutique hotel! "
Sweden
Anders
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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 €255
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Hunter's Country House

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

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 €274
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
5.0 star property
Wilderness
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, quite and in the near of restaurants. Looks very safe the neighborhood."
Germany
Michael
Cinnamon Boutique

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

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
Kanonkop Guest House

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 Manor House at Fancourt

Fynbos Ridge

Fynbos Ridge
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Our stay at the little private cottage in "Fynbos Ridge" was an experience we'll treasure forever. Tucked away in the stunning landscapes behind Plettenberg Bay, this gem offered us an unforgettable blend of luxury, nature, and exceptional service, proving to be worth every penny. The highlight of each morning was breakfast on their terrace, where we were greeted with breathtaking views of the lush valley stretching out beneath us. It was not just a meal; it was an experience, enhanced by the...
United States
Greg
Fynbos Ridge
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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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