The 10 Best Hotels Near Buffalo Bay Beach, Knysna from CA $83

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A lodge with a conical roof, a patio with wicker chairs, and a view of the sea.

A row of log cabins with wooden decks and large windows, each with a distinct number.

Two wooden cabins with a paved pathway leading to a garden area with rocks and flowering plants.

Two children playing in the shallow water at the beach with a rocky outcrop in the background.

1. Brenton On Sea Cottages

3.9 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Dirk

CA $106

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A table with fruit, vegetables, and bread by a window overlooking a cityscape.

A cobblestone pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a mounted television, a shelf with kitchen items, and a window with curtains.

A buffet table with various food items and a watermelon slicer.

2. Guinea Fowl Lodge

7.7 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Desiree

CA $103

CA $103 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A balcony with balustrades overlooking a beach with a lifeguard tower.

A hotel room with a large bed, a mirror above the bed, a wooden wardrobe, and two bedside lamps.

A bar area with stools, a brick wall, and a poster on the wall.

A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, a barbecue grill, and surfboards.

3. Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

17.1 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

James

CA $83

CA $83 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs.

A residential area with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and lush greenery.

A stone staircase leading to a modern two-story building with a balcony.

4. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

7.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Esther

CA $52

CA $88 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a large arched window. There are several seating areas with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a bar area, and a large mural.

A wooden building with a green roof, large windows, and a balcony with wooden railings.

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows and a green roof.

5. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Knysna Central, 7.6 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Harsha

CA $114

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, outdoor seating, and a stone facade.

A coastal hotel with a glass conservatory overlooking the beach, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal residential area with houses, a golf course, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal property with a swimming pool, a beach view, and a ride-on toy car.

6. Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

4.5 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Simon

CA $193

CA $225 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a body of water, and a hill in the background.

A spacious living room with a white table, chairs, and a fireplace.

A coastal marina with numerous sailboats, a prominent lighthouse, and residential buildings along the shoreline.

A neatly made bed with striped pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair with a patterned cushion.

7. Chez Pierre

7.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Mary

CA $157

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a scenic view.

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large indoor plant.

A spacious indoor area with a large window overlooking a landscape, a seating area with wicker furniture, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

8. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

9.6 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Ibrahima

CA $317

CA $368 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina.

A marina with boats docked, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of hills in the background.

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoor patio area.

9. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central, 7.7 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Grant

CA $137

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern two-story building with a large entrance, outdoor seating area, and a central water feature.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a modern geometric partition.

A modern building with a wooden pathway leading to a glass entrance, surrounded by tropical plants.

A row of modern, single-story cabins with a paved walkway leading through a landscaped garden.

10. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

5.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Chanel

CA $191

CA $219 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A rocky coastal landscape with large boulders and cliffs.

A modern building with a stone wall entrance, a visible staircase, and a sign reading "SOU VILLA."

A landscaped garden with palm trees, a gravel path, and a view of the sea and hills in the background.

A living room with a zebra rug, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a painting of giraffes.

11. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

Paradise, 6.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Shuna

CA $132

CA $132 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A restaurant with round tables, patterned chairs, hanging light fixtures, and potted plants.

A modern lobby with a sofa, a round table with a tray, and a chandelier.

A modern multi-story building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a wooden deck.

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a swimming pool, and a multi-story building with balconies.

12. aha The Rex Hotel

8.5 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

"Been to Knysna now on many times, stayed in various types of accommodation within the town, very impressed with this hotel, ideal for walking around town, the marina and it's location is great, ideal for walking to many of the towns restaurants' and bars. Would certainly recommend this hotel. Staff were really helpful, breakfast was fine although there are many cafe's around the hotel should one want any alternative breakfast, although what we had was fine."

Yvonne

CA $121

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A wooden pier with a seafood platter, champagne, and glasses of wine.

A buffet setup with various food items and a large potted plant.

A nighttime view of a modern hotel with a swimming pool, illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern glass conservatory with a metal roof, surrounded by trees.

13. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

8.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Anonymous traveller

CA $152

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A luxurious hotel with a central courtyard, outdoor seating areas, and a swimming pool.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, wooden steps, and a bamboo fence.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A residential area with multiple houses surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of the ocean in the background.

14. Pezula Nature Retreat

10.1 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

bharat

CA $294

CA $339 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

15. Crown on the heads

7.9 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Mmabatho

CA $482

CA $482 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

16. Knysna Log-inn

Knysna Central, 7.6 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

Anonymous traveller

CA $154

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A stone building with a balcony overlooking the ocean.

A pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a stone building with balconies and a lush garden.

A bedroom with a large bed, two open windows with curtains, a chair, and a chandelier.

A coastal stone building with a balcony overlooking the beach and ocean.

17. Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

13.3 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

St. John

CA $493

CA $567 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A rustic room with a wooden bed, a wooden bench, a large window, and a brick wall.

A stone building with a stone staircase leading to a balcony.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach with waves.

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and a mountain in the background.

18. Buccara Noetzie - Lindsay Castle

12.2 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

sandra

CA $959

CA $1,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a stone building in the background.

A living room with a brick wall, a chandelier, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chessboard.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the landscape.

A house with a pool, surrounded by pink flowers and greenery.

19. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

6.3 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

CA $135

CA $303 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

20. Pezula Sunny Tranquility CM4

10.8 km from Buffalo Bay Beach

CA $295

CA $415 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Buffalo Bay Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Brenton On Sea Cottages	9.6 Exceptional 30 reviews	View
Guinea Fowl Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Pili Pili Beach Cabanas	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
Aestas Bed & Breakfast	9.0 Wonderful 94 reviews	View
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel	8.8 Excellent 38 reviews	View

Top Buffalo Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

10/10 Excellent

"We had great time in the hotel the The staff were very helpful and excellent in their dealings; we even requested breakfast for our last day as we had to leave early, and they prepared breakfast boxes for us. Also the location was great very near the water front with many stors and restaurants"

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

8/10 Good

"Very close to local shops, short drive to the waterfront"

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was excellent with regards to service, cleanliness and location. Everything to shut down very early and unfortunately due to tides and debris we couldn’t use the kayaks."

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful, surrounding mountains, spacious luxurious room, comfortable bed, good food."

Turbine Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was incredible. The location is excellent, the hotel itself is quite interesting and there are many places to explore, the food and drink were excellent - as were the staff who provided them, the room was remarkable. This is a must-stay hotel if you are considering staying in the area. I would return in a heartbeat if travels bring me there - and I would bring as many as I could."

Brenton On Sea Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms Friendly and helpful staff"

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly/helpful staff. Our room was very nice with a pretty view to a water lagoon surrounded by hills. Location is very convenient and close to town."

Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

10/10 Excellent

"Incredible views. Easy to find & wonderful stay"

Guinea Fowl Lodge

8/10 Good

"My family of four stayed in the family room. We were a little disappointed, not to have a view of the town, but it is the only room that sleeps for. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast were excellent in the morning, a great way to start the day. This is a great place to spend a couple of nights."

Other attractions near Buffalo Bay Beach

A large steam locomotive in a museum with a green floor and red tracks.

Outeniqua Transport Museum

Have fun with all the family browsing this museum’s impressive array of historic steam trains and vintage cars, along with photographs and other artifacts.

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A rocky outcrop on a beach with waves crashing against it.

Brenton Beach

9.2/10 (64 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Brenton Beach during your travels in Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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A coastal area with a house surrounded by lush greenery and a beach.

Knysna Lagoon

9.4/10 (57 reviews)

Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.

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A sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a rocky outcrop in the water, and a person fishing.

Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

See some of the Western Cape’s wonderful wildlife in a coastal nature reserve that combines the flora and fauna of both the ocean and the land.

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Drupkelders Hiking Trail

You can take time to visit Drupkelders Hiking Trail during your travels to Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Featherbed Nature Reserve

8.4/10 (19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Featherbed Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Friday Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Friday Market during your visit to Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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West Head View Point

9.8/10 (15 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Knysna when you take a trip to West Head View Point. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Buffalo Bay Beach?

Buffalo Bay Beach is located in Knysna. Travelers like this scenic area for its golfing. You'll find 150 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Buffalo Bay Beach?

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Buffalo Bay Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays and Knysna Hollow Country Estate.

How many hotels are there close to Buffalo Bay Beach?

Expedia has 150 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Buffalo Bay Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Buffalo Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Buffalo Bay Beach.

What can I see and do near Buffalo Bay Beach?

Local parks like Featherbed Nature Reserve, Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve, and Pledge Nature Reserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Lounge by the water at Brenton Beach and Bollard Bay. At Knysna Lagoon, Leisure Isle, and Eastern Head View Point, take some time to really appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Buffalo Bay Beach hotels

1. Brenton On Sea Cottages

2. Guinea Fowl Lodge

3. Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

4. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

5. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

6. Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

7. Chez Pierre

8. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

9. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

10. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

11. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

12. aha The Rex Hotel

13. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

14. Pezula Nature Retreat

15. Crown on the heads

16. Knysna Log-inn

17. Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

18. Buccara Noetzie - Lindsay Castle

19. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

20. Pezula Sunny Tranquility CM4

Compare popular hotels close to Buffalo Bay Beach

Top Buffalo Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Brenton On Sea Cottages

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

Guinea Fowl Lodge

Other attractions near Buffalo Bay Beach

Outeniqua Transport Museum

Brenton Beach

Knysna Lagoon

Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve

Drupkelders Hiking Trail

Featherbed Nature Reserve

Friday Market

West Head View Point

Frequently asked questions