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Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

4.0 star property
Upscale guesthouse with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | Balcony
Suite (Bird's eye) | Exterior
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View
Lobby sitting area
View from room
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
The price is CA $196
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

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Cherry Lane, Welbedacht, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Popular LocationKnysna Quays5 min drive
  • Popular LocationKnysna Waterfront7 min drive
  • Popular LocationThesen Island7 min drive
  • AirportPlettenberg Bay (PBZ)36 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

Amazing views, comfortable rooms, good food
Marianne
Jan. 14, 2024
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Room options

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 646 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Suite (Bird's eye)

Suite (Bird's eye)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 484 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 538 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 484 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Fynbos)

Suite (Fynbos)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 484 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Knysna

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge is located in Knysna. Featherbed Boat Cruises and Knysna Quays are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Friday Market and Knysna Waterfront. Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve and Liquid Grace Adventures are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 3 min drive
  • Knysna Quays - 5 min drive
  • Knysna Waterfront - 7 min drive
  • Thesen Island - 7 min drive
  • Leisure Isle - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Seattle Coffee Company - 5 min drive
  • The Drydock Food Co - 7 min drive
  • Anchorage Restaurant - 6 min drive
  • Chatters - 5 min drive
  • Caffe Mario - 5 min drive

About this property

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Upscale boutique guesthouse
Consider a stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free train station pick-up, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services, free infant beds, and travel cribs
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 8 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2004
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 2100 per vehicle (roundtrip)

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October 01 to April 30
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

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

As of May 17, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge on May 18, 2024 start from CA $196.49, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 2100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge located?

Situated in Knysna, this boutique guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Friday Market. Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianne, Ann Arbor

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, comfortable rooms, good food
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, fantastic view from lagoon view room & great breakfast choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well worth a visit
Lovely outlook over the lagoon. Lots to do and see in the area. Friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A special relaxing place to stay.
A very lovely place to stay. There was a roaring open fire while we ate our delicious breakfast. Our accommodation was very comfortable. This was the most expensive place we steyed in while in South Africa and the only one that didn't give us free bottles of water. There is a charge of £1 for each pod of coffee for the machine in the room, although sachets & tea bags are free with an electric kettle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply its ammazing , inspiring , great
Its one of the most beutifule hotel i had seen in my life it was the best hotel for my honeymoon great privacy inspiring lagoon view , romantic touches from the staff the design of the bathroom is amazing , location was suitable to my tour distances , we decided to go back there for our anniversary Special thanx to the staff who are always smilling and welcoming Thanx for miss. Madelin , mr.fish , mr.jhon and all other staff , i recommend the elephant hide of knysna for any couple specially for honeymoon
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

chaowei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
View you want to wake up to and sleep in to
The place was amazing stay. Simply views and the idea of staycation in the wilderness! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

8/10 Good

Eytan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A feedback on elephant hide Knysna
When arriving we got a room which was not good and suitable for us, limited view to the lagoon. After raising our dissatisfection we got a new comfortable room with a beautifull view. The second room was bigger and nice - overall we were very satisfied. Breakfast was nice, the staff is friendly with good service attitude.

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best 3 night out of 19 in South Africa
The best place we stayed in regarding comfort, view, local area and value for money was by far elephant hide. I spent my 19 days honeymoon all over South Africa, so trust me when I say it is one of the best. Having said that, the pool area is too small, but we weren't there for the pool and we never had breakfast so I can't help you here either.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Panoramic lagoon views
The views from each private lodge make this a very memorable place. Add to that the spacious comfortable rooms, the very friendly and helpful staff and a great breakfast and we would definitely recommend it and stay again. We had a slight problem with the air conditioning which the manager (Fish) got straight onto. As they couldn't get hold of the repair guy they offered us a complimentary bottle of wine which was much appreciated and a change of room. The problem actually sorted itself out!

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Knoxville, Tennessee, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, fairly secluded, spot!
We stayed just one night on our trip across the Garden Route. It's a very nice place and the staff was great and flexible for us. While it's a little bit outside of Knysna, it's not too far, and the seclusion is a nice benefit!