Title: Blackwaters River Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Blackwaters River Lodge Riverfront guesthouse with a golf course and free breakfast ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9400000/9397600/9397573/e816eaf8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9400000/9397600/9397573/e0098b84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Suite | In-room business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9400000/9397600/9397573/1e370ffb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9400000/9397600/9397573/74443b7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9400000/9397600/9397573/5dbfce10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Blackwaters River Lodge sits along the riverbank with a complimentary breakfast buffet and golf course. Guests can hike, bike, or canoe. Families enjoy the garden playground, while the Earth and Fire restaurant serves all meals. The outdoor pool has sun loungers. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Room service - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Breakfast included - Pool - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 23 - Nov. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=9397573&PinnedHotelID=9397573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=9397573&PinnedHotelID=9397573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 24 - Nov. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=9397573&PinnedHotelID=9397573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=9397573&PinnedHotelID=9397573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=9397573&PinnedHotelID=9397573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=9397573&PinnedHotelID=9397573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=9397573&PinnedHotelID=9397573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=9397573&PinnedHotelID=9397573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Luxury Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9400000/9397600/9397573/3b2aa442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite ### Highlights Furnished balcony Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed ![Classic Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9400000/9397600/9397573/2bc9dbf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Suite ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### Standard Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-Blackwaters-River-Lodge.h9397573.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-Blackwaters-River-Lodge.h9397573.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.02967%2C22.93903&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=itJ9e3YMWvylILdAyCUxJmHxXl0=) N2 Highway between Knysna and Sedgefield, opposite the Buffalo Bay turn-off, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570 #### What's nearby - Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Knysna Lagoon - 6 min drive - 7.0 km - Knysna Waterfront - 15 min drive - 15.0 km - Knysna Quays - 15 min drive - 15.0 km - Featherbed Nature Reserve - 19 min drive - 16.3 km #### Getting around - George (GRJ) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬13 min drive - ‪Butterfly Blu Restaurant - ‬15 min drive - ‪Lunar Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Farm - ‬13 min drive ## About this property ### Blackwaters River Lodge Upscale guesthouse by the river A free breakfast buffet, a golf course, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Blackwaters River Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy volleyball, rowing/canoeing, and hiking/biking at this guesthouse. The on-site restaurant, Earth and Fire, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge) - Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. 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A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Earth and Fire ### Things to do - 9-hole golf course - Bicycle rentals - Golf - Hiking/biking trails - Outdoor pool - Playground - Rowing/canoeing - Scooter/moped rentals - Volleyball ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - Business center - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On a river - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 floor - 4 buildings - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding - Select Comfort mattress ### Bathroom - 20 private bathrooms - Deep soaking bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Separate bathtub and shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Minibar - Refrigerator - Room service ### More - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM Late check-in fee: ZAR 150.00 for check-in after 7 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: ZAR 750.00 ### 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 at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: ZAR 500 per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 550.00 per person - Late check-in fee: ZAR 150.00 for check-in after 7 PM - Late check-out fee: ZAR 750.00 (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### 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 Blackwaters River Lodge Knysna Blackwaters River Lodge Blackwaters River Knysna Blackwaters River Blackwaters River Lodge Knysna Blackwaters River Lodge Guesthouse Blackwaters River Lodge Guesthouse Knysna ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Blackwaters River Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Blackwaters River Lodge? > As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blackwaters River Lodge on Nov 29, 2025 start from CA $195.49, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Knysna-Hotels-Blackwaters-River-Lodge.h9397573.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Blackwaters River Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Blackwaters River Lodge? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. ### What time is check-out at Blackwaters River Lodge? > Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for ZAR 750.00 (subject to availability). ### Does Blackwaters River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 550.00 per person applies. ### Where is Blackwaters River Lodge located? > Situated in Knysna, this golf guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve. Garden Route National Park and Knysna Lagoon are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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