A waterfront café with outdoor seating, a canal, and a building with a tower.

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Our top choices for Knysna cheap hotels

A well-maintained garden with a fountain, a patio table with chairs, and blooming flowers.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a patterned armchair, and a rug.
A residential street with a brick house, a paved driveway, and a variety of plants and trees.
A two-story brick house with a well-maintained garden, a fountain, and a clear blue sky.

1. Blue Fern of Knysna

Blue Fern of Knysna
Knysna
Norway
Vandita
€47
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Blue Fern of Knysna
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 patio with a pool, white metal chairs, and a table under a blue umbrella.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, a microwave, and a small refrigerator. There are colorful mugs on a shelf and a dining table with chairs in the background.

2. B my Guest

B my Guest
Knysna
South Africa
EL
€45
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
B my Guest
A patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a swimming pool, and a view of houses on a hillside.
A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a view of a green landscape with houses, and a gate.
A two-story house with a balcony, a swimming pool, and a sign for catering units.
A view from a window overlooking a lush green landscape with a river, a brick wall, and several buildings on a hillside.

3. Salt River Lodge

Salt River Lodge
Knysna
Canada
Lisa
€64
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Salt River Lodge
A deck with a wooden table, chairs, and a barrel labeled "Tevenwacht".
A spacious room with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a sofa.
A bar area with a reception desk, a reception sign, a cold storage unit, and a television screen displaying a promotional message.
A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bunk bed, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

4. Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation

Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation
Plettenberg Bay
South Africa
Anonymous traveller
€23
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation
A woman sitting at a wooden table with a potted plant, overlooking a coastal landscape with hills and a view of the sea.
A view through a window with a coastal landscape, including a body of water and distant hills.
A bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to a grassy outdoor area.
A row of log cabins with green roofs, wooden doors, and windows. There are picnic tables in the foreground.

5. The Wild Farm - Hostel

The Wild Farm - Hostel
Wilderness
United States
Johan
€13
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Wild Farm - Hostel
A balcony with balustrades overlooking a beach with a lifeguard tower.
A bar area with stools, a brick wall, and a poster on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a mirror above the bed, a wooden wardrobe, and two bedside lamps.
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, a barbecue grill, and surfboards.

6. Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
Sedgefield
United States
James
€60
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
A covered patio area with a barbecue grill, outdoor furniture, and a view of the interior.
A living room with a leather sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a balcony with a view.
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, chairs, and large windows.
A dining area with wicker furniture, a kitchen in the background, and a balcony with a railing.

7. Tranquil Shores

Tranquil Shores
Wilderness Beach
€49
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Tranquil Shores
A modern house with a covered patio area, a dining table with chairs, and a lush green lawn.
A kitchen with beige cabinets, a microwave, a toaster, and a sink.
Dining room
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

8. The Ridge at Plettenberg Bay

The Ridge at Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay
United States
Luis
€144
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Ridge at Plettenberg Bay
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When is the best time for a budget trip to Knysna?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Knysna, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 15°C. Average annual precipitation for Knysna is 662 mm.
What is there to see and do in Knysna?
Knysna is known for its golf courses and offers things to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for sights and activities that are easy on the wallet. Enjoy the outdoors at Knysna Lagoon and Featherbed Nature Reserve, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Knysna Waterfront.
How can I get to Knysna and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Knysna is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is 16.4 mi (26.5 km) away from the centre in Plettenberg Bay (PBZ). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to George (GRJ), located 38.1 mi (61.3 km) away. Knysna may not have many public transport options so a rental car could be an economical alternative to explore the area.