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Beachfront hotels in Knysna

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Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Knysna. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 Under Milkwood Resort Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Under Milkwood Resort

    *** Resort. Situated on the shores of Knysna Lagoon, Under Milkwood Resort is set amongst milkwood trees. It offers wooden chalets with fully equipped kitchen and a private sundeck. All chalets at Milkwood Resort come with satellite TV and a work desk. Accommodation is offered in wooden chalets with fully-equipped kitchens and a private sundeck. Guests can relax in their private balconies and enjoy scenic views of the lagoon and the surrounding landscape. The sandy beach is less than 50 metres away. Under Milkwood Resort is 6 km from the town of Knysna, part of the popular Garden Route stretch of the South African South-East coast. Pezula Championship Golf Gourse is a 10-minute drive away. Free private parking is available on site. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 1330 ZAR.

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  • 2 Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel

    **** Guest house. At the tip of Leisure Island and overlooking the Knysna Lagoon, this hotel has an outdoor pool and terrace with panoramic views. Its rooms have a furnished balcony or patio. The sunny and spacious rooms are equipped with air conditioning and satellite TV. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 1790 ZAR.

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  • 3 Bollard Bay House Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Bollard Bay House

    Bed and Breakfast. Perfectly set in Knysna, Bollard Bay House offers luxury accommodation alongside the Knysna River. The house has an outdoor pool and a bar. Guests can enjoy an array of water sports a stone's throw away. The guests rooms are chic with white furnishings and marine hue finishes, highlighting the seaside atmosphere of Bollard Bay. Each room has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Complete with a hairdryer and free bathroom amenities, the private bathrooms are fitted with a bath or shower. Extras include an outside seating are. At Bollard Bay House you will find a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. The bed and breakfast is 5.8 km from Pezula Golf Club, 4.2 km from Linsay Castle by Noetzie Beach. Simola Golf Course is a 25-minute drive from the property. Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 1800 ZAR.

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  • 4 Isola Bella Guest House Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Isola Bella Guest House

    **** Guest house. Isola Bella is a charming guesthouse on the water's edge of Leisure Isle, inside the spectacular Knysna Lagoon, a favorite vacation destination along Western Cape’s delightful Garden Route. Step out of your front door onto a beach on the Indian Ocean by the majestic Knysna Heads. The bedrooms are luxuriously stylish and bright and have private bathrooms. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 1400 ZAR.

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  • 5 African Breeze Guesthouse Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: African Breeze Guesthouse

    **** Guest house. A minute’s walk from the beach, this stylish guest house is located in the beautiful town of Knysna and is the perfect retreat for nature enthusiasts. Radiating a warm atmosphere, African Breeze Guesthouse benefits from a stunning location and cosy interior. Spend the day swimming in the nearby lagoon or the outdoor pool. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 2200 ZAR.

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  • 6 The Knysna Belle Guest House Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: The Knysna Belle Guest House

    **** Guest house. Located a few metres from Knysna Lagoon, The Knysna Belle Guest House in Leisure Isle offers uninterrupted views of the Outeniqua Mountains. It has an outdoor pool, free internet and free private parking. The rooms at the 4-star Knysna Belle Guest House have satellite TV, a tea/coffee maker, a safety deposit box and under-floor heating. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 1500 ZAR.

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  • 7 TwoAngels Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: TwoAngels

    Guest house. Located in a cottage-style house directly on the edge the Knysna Lagoon, TwoAngels offers a variety of uniquely designed self-catering accommodation with panoramic views. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The individual design of the rooms is bright and includes features such as exposed beamed ceilings and frescoes. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 1970 ZAR.

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  • 8 12onParkesLane Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: 12onParkesLane

    Guest house. Located in the Leisure Isle district of Knysna, 12onParkesLane offers accommodation in a private residential home, 3 km from Knysna Heads. The separate guest rooms have a flat-screen TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom with shower. The units will provide guests with a fridge. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.1

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  • 9 Pezula Castle Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Pezula Castle

    Villa. Set a few steps from Noetzie Beach, Pezula Castle offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The villa provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A dishwasher, a microwave and minibar are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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  • 10 La Maison du Bonheur Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: La Maison du Bonheur

    Apartment. Set 50 metres from Bollard Bay Beach on Leisure Isle in Knysna, this apartment features free WiFi and a patio. The property boasts views of the garden and free private parking is available on site. This apartment has a loft room with 2 single beds upstairs and a double room with an en suite bathroom downstairs. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 3000 ZAR.

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  • 11 Pezula Lodge Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Pezula Lodge

    Holiday home. Boasting free bikes, a garden, and a shared lounge, Pezula Lodge features accommodation in Knysna with free WiFi and city views. Situated on the beachfront, this property has a terrace, a bar and a casino. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 5 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 6 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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  • 12 Thesen Island Paradise K24 Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Thesen Island Paradise K24

    Holiday home. Set in Knysna, just 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, Thesen Island Paradise K24 offers beachfront accommodation with a garden, a terrace, a restaurant and free WiFi. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and table tennis. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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  • 13 Founders Keepers - Leisure Isle Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Founders Keepers - Leisure Isle

    Apartment. Set 5 minutes’ walk from Leisure Island Beach, this spacious self-catering apartment features a wooden deck with sun loungers, parasol and table and chairs. Decorated in white, the bedroom at Founders Keepers has a fan and en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. Leading onto the deck, the lounge area includes a single sofa bed and satellite TV with DVD player. Show full description Guest review score 9.4

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  • 14 Pezula Heaven Can Wait Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Pezula Heaven Can Wait

    Villa. Boasting mountain views, Pezula Heaven Can Wait offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar, around less than 1 km from Sparrebosch Beach. This villa has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The villa is fitted with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Show full description Guest review score 9.4

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  • 15 No 9 South Quay Knysna - Waterfront, balcony, free WIFI Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: No 9 South Quay Knysna - Waterfront, balcony, free WIFI

    Apartment. Stay in the heart of Knysna. In the heart of Knysna, No 9 South Quay Knysna - Waterfront, balcony, free WIFI has mountain views from the patio. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 2000 ZAR.

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  • 16 Guinea Fowl Loft Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Guinea Fowl Loft

    *** Apartment. Featuring a terrace with lake views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Guinea Fowl Loft can be found in Knysna, close to Coney Glen Beach and 500 metres from Knysna Heads. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Show full description Guest review score 9.1

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  • 17 Lindsay Castle Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Lindsay Castle

    Holiday home. Offering a garden and garden view, Lindsay Castle is set in Knysna, a few steps from Noetzie Beach and 2.3 km from Sparrebosch Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. Show full description Guest review score 9.1

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  • 18 TH39 Thesen Islands Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: TH39 Thesen Islands

    Holiday home. Situated in Knysna, just 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, TH39 Thesen Islands features beachfront accommodation with a terrace, barbecue facilities and free WiFi. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and fishing. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 3500 ZAR.

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  • 19 Island Nest Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Island Nest

    Apartment. Island Nest, a property with an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities, is located in Knysna, 300 metres from Bollard Bay Beach, 3.9 km from Knysna Heads, as well as 5.2 km from Pezula Golf Club. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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  • 20 Summit Song - Thesen Island Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Summit Song - Thesen Island

    Holiday home. Summit Song - Thesen Island in Knysna features accommodation with free WiFi, 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, 8.1 km from Knysna Heads and 8. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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  • 21 Knysna, Pezula Golf Estate Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Knysna, Pezula Golf Estate

    ***** Apartment. Set in Knysna in the Western Cape region, with Sparrebosch Beach and Pezula Golf Club nearby, Knysna, Pezula Golf Estate offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Fitted with a terrace, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A fridge, a microwave and toaster are also featured in the kitchen, as well as a coffee machine. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 708 ZAR.

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  • 22 Number Eleven Self-Catering Villa Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Number Eleven Self-Catering Villa

    ***** Holiday home. Perched on the edge of the lagoon offering panoramic views of the Knysna Heads, Number Eleven Self-Catering Villa features an outdoor pool and terrace. The Pezula Championship Golf Course is a 10-minute drive away. The 4-bedroom villa offers a cosy living room with fireplace, dining area and a safe. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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  • 23 Beacon House Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Beacon House

    Homestay. Beacon House is located on the Eastern Head of the Knysna Heads within a few metres of the Knysna Lagoon and 10 km from the centre of Knysna. It features views towards the Outeniqua mountains and out to sea. Each air-conditioned apartment has a spacious sun deck with barbecue facilities. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 9900 ZAR.

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  • 24 Leisure Isle Seaside Cottage Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Leisure Isle Seaside Cottage

    Holiday home. Leisure Isle Seaside Cottage is a detached holiday home is set on the water's edge of Leisure Isle in Knysna. The holiday home features a garden and patio. The 3-bedroom unit offers a living area with sofas, flat-screen TV and fireplace. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 5000 ZAR.

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  • 25 Leisure Isle Lodge Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Leisure Isle Lodge

    **** Lodge. Situated along the Bollard Bay in Knysna, Leisure Isle Lodge features a heated swimming pool, a spa and wellness centre, and an a la carte restaurant. The spacious luxury suites feature views of Bollard Bay, the gardens or the pool. They all come with elegant décor, seating areas and en suite bathrooms. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 2650 ZAR.

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  • 26 Turaco Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Turaco

    *** Apartment. Set on a steep slope, offering views of the Knysna River Estuary and Outeniqua Mountains, Turaco is a self-catering accommodation located in Knysna. Free WiFi access is available. The accommodation offers a lounge area with sofa bed and a bedroom with twin beds. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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  • 27 Laguna Grove 48 Knysna, South Africa

    Beach: Laguna Grove 48

    Apartment. Stay in the heart of Knysna. In a prime location in a central area of Knysna, Laguna Grove 48 offers sea views and a garden, as well as barbecue facilities. Featuring free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, windsurfing and diving. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 1395 ZAR.

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  • 28 On the water - Thesen Knysna, South Africa

    On the water - Thesen

    Apartment. On the water - Thesen, a property with a tennis court, is set in Knysna, 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, 8.1 km from Knysna Heads, as well as 8. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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  • 29 Second Honeymoon Knysna, South Africa

    Second Honeymoon

    Homestay. Situated in Knysna, 1.1 km from Coney Glen Beach and 1 km from Knysna Heads, Second Honeymoon offers air conditioning. Located on the beachfront, this property features an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge and a terrace. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 1395 ZAR.

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  • 30 18 on Tides End Knysna, South Africa

    18 on Tides End

    Holiday home. Located in Knysna, just 5.7 km from Knysna Heads, 18 on Tides End provides beachfront accommodation with a garden, a terrace, water sports facilities and free WiFi. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and canoeing. Show full description Guest review score 8.7

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