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Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | View from room
Property entrance
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Suite (Bird's eye) | View from room
Near the bay, Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with free full breakfast and an inviting garden. Unwind at the outdoor pool, lounge on the sun-kissed terrace or relax by the cozy lobby fireplace.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €181
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

Room options

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Fynbos)

Suite (Fynbos)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Bird's eye)

Suite (Bird's eye)

Suite (Bird's eye)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Cherry Lane, Welbedacht, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Knysna Quays - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Simola Golf Course - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 18 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪34 South - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Upscale boutique guest house near the bay, remodelled in 2023
Consider a stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Free train station pick-up, babysitting (surcharge) and outdoor furniture
  • Laundry services, tour/ticket information and concierge services
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and childcare services
  • Deep-soaking baths, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Main Lodge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 8 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2004
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - September 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 2100 per vehicle (return)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

As of 11 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge on 20 Oct 2025 start from €180.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 2100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge located?

This family-friendly Knysna guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Friday Market. Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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