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Turbine Hotel and Spa
5.0 star property

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and marina

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Turbine Hotel and Spa

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Exterior
Exterior
Luxury Room
Tapas bar, alfresco dining
Exterior

Overview of Turbine Hotel and Spa

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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  • SpaSpaSpa
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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Popular LocationThesen Island1 min walk
  • Popular LocationKnysna Lagoon2 min walk
  • Popular LocationKnysna Waterfront14 min walk
  • AirportGeorge (GRJ)58 min drive
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Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 301 sq ft
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • 377 sq ft
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 624 sq ft
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Knysna

Located in Knysna, Turbine Hotel and Spa is on a lake. Knysna Quays and Featherbed Boat Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Pledge Nature Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with water skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Thesen Island - 1 min walk
  • Knysna Lagoon - 2 min walk
  • Knysna Quays - 14 min walk
  • Knysna Waterfront - 14 min walk
  • Leisure Isle - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC - 3 min drive
  • Seattle Coffee Company - 18 min walk
  • 34 South - 13 min walk
  • The Drydock Food Co - 14 min walk
  • Anchorage Restaurant - 18 min walk

About this property

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Luxury family-friendly hotel by the lake
Take advantage of a marina, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Turbine Hotel and Spa. Active travelers can enjoy cycling, fishing, and sailing at this hotel. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, aromatherapy, and a facial at Amani Spa, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Italian cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and boat tours. In addition to 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • An elevator, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 1 meeting room, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, French, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Col Cacchio Pizzeria
  • The Island Cafe
  • The Tapas Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1000 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 650 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 1000 per night

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

You need to know

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Turbine Hotel
Turbine Hotel Knysna
Turbine Knysna
Turbine Hotel Spa
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel
Turbine Hotel and Spa Knysna
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

As of Apr 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Turbine Hotel and Spa on May 1, 2024 start from CA $180.7, excluding 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 Turbine Hotel and Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Turbine Hotel and Spa doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–9:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 650 per person applies.

Where is Turbine Hotel and Spa located?

This family-friendly Knysna hotel is located on a lake, just steps from Thesen Island and Knysna Lagoon. Knysna Waterfront and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas are also within 15 minutes.

Turbine Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 171 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique hotel built around the turbine history. Lovely location , excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Knysna
Really gorgeous hotel - built around an old turbine .. loads of character. Perfect position on thesen island ! Fantastic coffee shop there called isle de pain and The Nest for dinner ! Amazing views and food.. loved this place !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful.
This was our second stay at Turbine, one of our main reasons for the 5 / 6 hour drive from Cape Town. Just to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular and interesting property in a great marina area surrounded by restaurants and boutiques. We had a suite with a spectacular view of the lagoon. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely spot, friendly staff and superb breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sumaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were all good, but a special mention to the breakfast staff. They went above and beyond. Also the massage therapist Thembi and Stephanie.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

R

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023