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| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Facilities | Price, $ | |
| Pezula Nature Retreat |
9.1 / 10 (1121 Reviews) |
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From 344$ | |
| Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna |
8.1 / 10 (856 Reviews) |
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From 363$ | |
| Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa |
8.8 / 10 (561 Reviews) |
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From 209$ | |
| Knysna Log-Inn Hotel |
8.3 / 10 (488 Reviews) |
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From 159$ | |
| Protea Hotel By Marriott Knysna Quays |
8.1 / 10 (1198 Reviews) |
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From 86$ |
Nestled along the picturesque coastline of Knysna, South Africa, a sanctuary awaits where families can embark on unforgettable adventures together. Here, in the heart of this enchanting town, we present a thoughtfully curated collection of hotels that prioritize the needs of families, offering an inclusive environment for all, including those with special requirements. Each establishment serves as a haven of tranquillity, where the spirit of togetherness thrives amidst breathtaking landscapes and warm hospitality.
Envision waking up to the gentle melodies of nature, where the sun casts a golden glow over lush gardens and the serene waters of the lagoon beckon beyond your window. Our family-friendly accommodations are designed with care, offering accessible features and tailored amenities that ensure every member can participate in the joyous dance of laughter and exploration. From spacious rooms that wrap you in comfort to staff who greet you with genuine warmth, each hotel is more than a mere resting place; it is a nurturing space for creating beautiful memories.
In this magical tapestry of Knysna, every alleyway and path leads to exciting escapades just waiting to unfold. Families can delve into the vibrancy of nature with guided hikes through ancient forests or indulge in thrilling water sports on the glistening lagoon. With programs and recreational activities thoughtfully designed for children and adults alike, our selected hotels embrace the richness of togetherness, fostering bonds that blossom through shared experiences.
Moreover, as families navigate their unique journeys, the comforts of a compassionate retreat become essential. Our collection ensures that those with special needs are not merely accommodated but celebrated. Each property stands as a testament to accessibility, designed to embrace diverse abilities with open arms. Here, no one is left behind; every adventure is crafted to be inclusive and engaging, transforming each day into a mosaic of joy and discovery.
Join us as we explore this coastal gem and its family-friendly sanctuaries, where nature meets nurture, and every moment is an opportunity for wonder. Welcome to Knysna, where the heart of family adventures beats in harmony with the wilderness, inviting you to create cherished stories against the backdrop of breathtaking beauty.
Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Knysna
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Pezula Nature Retreat
From 344$
The 5-star Pezula Nature Retreat Hotel Knysna offers fantastic accommodation with views of the Indian Ocean. Offering the location in the centre of the city, the venue is situated 200 metres from Pezula Championship Golf Course.
The rooms have en suite bathrooms with a bath and a shower. They have kitchen facilities, such as a microwave oven and an electric kettle.
Surrounded by a lagoon, the hotel is a 42-minute drive from Plettenberg Bay airport. Knysna Heads in Knysna is about 10 minutes' drive from the property.
This venue is located in a beach area of Knysna, just a few steps from Pezula Golf Estate.
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Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna
From 363$
Situated 600 metres from Knysna Lagoon, Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna consists of 109 rooms. Wi-Fi is available in public areas as well as a safe deposit box and a restaurant are available on site.
Featuring a bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower in the bathrooms, the modern rooms also come with a safe box, a balcony, and a writing table. Guests can take advantage of views of the forest. Other amenities include an extra-long bed with premium bedding, hypoallergenic down pillows, and non-allergenic pillows as well as carpeted floors.
The venue is 2.2 km away from Bollards Bay Beach and 3.3 km from Knysna Heads. The accommodation lies within a 25-minute walk of the centre of Knysna.
The stunning Premier Resort Moorings, Knysna is located minutes away from African Crafts Market.
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Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
From 209$
Comprising 80 rooms, the 5-star Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Knysna is 6 km from Jandreart Studio. Guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness suite and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Rooms at this hotel overlook the lagoon and include an individual safe, a sofa, and tea/coffee making equipment as well as bathrooms with a bidet, a bath, and a walk-in shower. Also, the property features carpeted flooring.
Dalene Matthee Memorial is less than 4.3 km away. The venue is set within 5 km distance from Knysna city centre.
The accommodation is also located in hills. You can get to Margaret's Viewpoint in a few minutes by car.
Luxury Family Hotels in Knysna
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Knysna N2 Lodge
From 51$
Offering an outdoor pool, Knysna N2 Lodge is set in Knysna Central district, 1.9 km from Ocean Odyssey Whale Watching Knysna. The guest house also offers guests Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Many rooms overlook the garden. They also include bathrooms with a tub, a separate toilet, and a shower.
The property is situated 1 km from Knysna city centre and 35 km from Plettenberg Bay airport. Holy Trinity Church in Knysna is merely 1.3 km from the venue.
Knysna N2 Lodge is a short ride from Pledge Nature Reserve.
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Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
From 159$
Set in Knysna Central district, within a 10-minute drive of Knysna Heads, Knysna Log-Inn Hotel features an outdoor pool and views of the city. The venue lies in the very heart of Knysna, only steps from Old Gaol and Art Gallery.
These rooms at Knysna Log-Inn Hotel also feature carpeted floors.
Guests will enjoy a privileged location blocks from a lagoon. Margaret's Viewpoint is a 10-minute ride from the inn, while Plettenberg Bay airport is 35 km from it.
You can get to Knysna Lagoon in a few minutes by car.
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Protea Hotel By Marriott Knysna Quays
From 86$
Protea Hotel By Marriott Knysna Quays offers charming accommodation in the popular district of Knysna. Highlights at this venue include an à la carte restaurant, a lounge bar and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
Overlooking the lagoon, rooms include a personal safe, coffee and tea makers, and a writing table, and also have features like a separate toilet and a shower.
Set in a coastal part of Knysna, the property is encircled by a park and a bar. Guests can visit the nearby Knysna Waterfront as well as Knysna Golf Club which is 3.3 km away from the venue.
The venue is located in the very heart of Knysna, not far from Featherbed Co.
Budget Family Hotels in Knysna
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Salt River Lodge
From 161$
Set 3.8 km from African Crafts Market, the 3-star Salt River Lodge Knysna features Wi-Fi in the rooms as well as free private parking on site. This guest house offers accommodation in Paradise district with nearby access to Knysna River.
Certain units are decorated with wooden furniture and include an adjoining terrace, a sofa set, and a multi-channel television. The rooms offer views of the river. They feature a separate toilet and a shower in the bathrooms.
The property is situated 2 km from Knysna city centre and 40 km from Plettenberg Bay airport. Knysna Waterfront in Knysna is within a 5-minute drive of the venue.
Salt River Lodge is a short ride from Featherbed Co.
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Phoenix Lodge And Waterside Accommodation
From 59$
Set within a 25-minute walk of Knysna Waterfront, this 4-star Phoenix Lodge And Waterside Accommodation is located near Knysna River. The property provides 14 guestrooms appointed with tea/coffee making equipment, a writing table, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for a pleasant stay in Knysna.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.
The city centre is about 20 minutes away on foot. Jandreart Studio is 2.9 km from the guest house in Knysna.
Phoenix Lodge And Waterside Accommodation is a short ride from Pledge Nature Reserve.
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Parkes Manor
From 157$
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Parkes Manor Hotel Knysna offers accommodation within 1.7 km from Spitzkop Viewpoint. The venue is located in Paradise district, 2 km from the centre of Knysna.
The accommodation has 9 rooms with views of the garden, a mini-fridge-bar, an individual safe, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Extras include a bidet, a bathtub, and a shower.
Old Gaol and Art Gallery is less than 1.8 km away.
You can get to Featherbed Nature Reserve in a few minutes by car.
Kid-Friendly Resotrs in Knysna
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Bamboo, The Guest House
From 105$
Overlooking the patio, Bamboo Lodge In Knysna offers 3-star accommodation a 10-minute ride from The Motorcycle Room Gallery. Boasting a lounge bar along with a seasonal outdoor pool, the venue offers a location in Hunter's Home district.
After a tiring day have a rest on an a furnished balcony featured in your room. The units also have a microwave, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator.
The property is situated 4 km from Knysna city centre and 35 km from Plettenberg Bay airport. Knysna Golf Club is a short walk away, while Pezula Championship Golf Course is at a 3.2 km distance.
You can get to Knysna Waterfront in a few minutes by car.
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Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel
From 297$
Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel Knysna is a perfect place to stay in a protected area, 3 km away from Margaret's Viewpoint. This guest house features a sundeck, a patio, and a garden as well as Wi-Fi throughout the venue.
The accommodation has 15 rooms with views of the patio, a safe box, a sofa set, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can make use of a bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower.
Bollards Bay Beach is less than 1.2 km away. Guests can get to Knysna city centre, which is 5 km away.
The hotel is also located in a garden. You can get to Knysna Heads in a few minutes by car.
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The Russel Hotel
From 45$
Offering a shared lounge and a garden, The Russel Hotel is situated in Knysna, 900 metres from Jandreart Studio. Knysna Fine Art is located near the venue, and Plettenberg Bay airport is approximately a 36-minute drive away.
These rooms at The Russel Hotel also feature carpeted floors.
View point Eastern Knysna Head is less than 4.5 km away. The accommodation lies within a 5-minute walk of the centre of Knysna.
You can get to Brenton Beach in a few minutes by car.
Family Friendly Hotels Downtown Knysna
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Kanonkop House
From 370$
Kanonkop House Hotel is located in a protected area of Knysna in 25 minutes walking distance from Margaret's Viewpoint. There is a lounge bar and a swimming pool available on the premises.
Overlooking the garden, rooms include an individual safe, coffee/tea making machines, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and also have features like a tub, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet. Bedrooms come with extra-long beds.
Situated in Kanonkop district, the guest house is set 2.8 km from Knysna Lagoon. It is about 3 km away from the centre of Knysna.
You will find yourself surrounded by a garden. Kanonkop House Hotel is a short ride from The Motorcycle Room.
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The Graywood Hotel
From 87$
The Graywood Hotel Knysna, located just 13 minutes on foot from The Motorcycle Room, features Wi-Fi throughout the venue. The property is situated in the middle of Knysna, just off Old Gaol and Art Gallery.
The Graywood Hotel provides accommodation in 49 guestrooms fitted with a personal safe, coffee/tea making equipment, and high-speed internet. A bath, a separate toilet, and a shower are featured.
The centre of Knysna can be reached within a 5-minute walk. Margaret's Viewpoint is within 10 minutes' drive of the property, while Plettenberg Bay airport is 35 km from it.
You can get to Featherbed Nature Reserve in a few minutes by car.
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Waterfront Lodge
From 92$
Waterfront Lodge Knysna, located 5 minutes by car from Featherbed Co, boasts an outdoor swimming pool. The property is situated 3 km from Knysna city centre and 40 km from Plettenberg Bay airport.
Rooms include a mini-fridge-bar and a television with satellite channels as well as a bathroom with a bath, a separate toilet, and a shower. In Waterfront Lodge you can get a room with an an individual balcony.
Jandreart Studio is less than 2.7 km away.
You can get to Brenton Beach in a few minutes by car.
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Lakeside Accommodation
From 98$
Comprising 9 rooms, the 3-star Lakeside Accommodation Knysna is 17 minutes' walk from Knysna Waterfront. Guests will have access to a car park on site for added convenience.
Guests can take advantage of views of the lagoon. A separate toilet and a shower along with a microwave, an electric kettle, and glassware are standard in the rooms.
Situated in Paradise district, this guest house is 10 minutes walk from the centre of Knysna. The venue is located in, and about a 10-minute drive from Featherbed Nature Reserve.
A garden are all set nearby. Lakeside Accommodation is a short ride from Knysna Heads.