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A pool with a view of a sunset over a body of water and distant mountains.
A room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a book.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a table with a drink, and a view of the sea.
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.

1. The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
Lookout Beach Precinct
Germany
Heike
CA $517
CA $601 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
The Plettenberg Hotel
A modern outdoor deck with wicker chairs and a glass balustrade overlooking a scenic landscape.
A modern living room with a view of the ocean, a kitchen with marble countertops, and a chandelier.
A hanging chair with cushions in a room with large windows overlooking the ocean at sunset.
An indoor swimming pool with a view of the sunset, a mosaic wall, and seating areas.

2. Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Wilderness Beach
United States
Alison
CA $409
CA $483 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a central seating area, and a view through the glass doors.
A coastal property with a large building, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
An outdoor dining area with wooden flooring and tables set for a meal, overlooking a scenic view of the ocean and mountains.

3. Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Plettenberg Bay
United Kingdom
Peter
CA $275
CA $316 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.
A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of a body of water and hills.
A waterfront hotel with a brick facade, outdoor seating, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.
A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.

4. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
Thesen Island
United States
Gregory
CA $255
CA $296 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Turbine Hotel and Spa
A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with ocean views.
A spacious living room with a view of the ocean, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a white sofa, and a wooden coffee table.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.

5. Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Robberg Beach
United Kingdom
D
CA $181
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
A spacious lounge area with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, a central tree, and a bar with shelves of bottles.
A glass door leading to an outdoor area with a metal fence and trees.
A hotel room with a large window offering a mountain view, a bed with a brown blanket, a desk with a chair, and a modern wall design.
A modern two-story house with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped front yard with potted plants.

6. The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
George
United States
Gordon
CA $256
CA $295 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
A balcony with a view of a calm lake, a dock with a boat, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A modern hotel lobby with a central reflective black floor, seating areas with sofas and chairs, artwork on the walls, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A room with a view of a lake, a wooden table with a decanter and two glasses of red wine, and a bed with a teal bedspread.
A large, multi-story hotel with a waterfront view, a dock with a boat, and a well-maintained lawn.

7. St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
Knysna
United States
Lillian
CA $385
CA $443 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
St James of Knysna
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a desk, and a view of the garden through a glass door.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a collection of bookshelves.
A spacious room with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a dining table with a tray of items, and a view of a swimming pool through large windows.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

8. Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
Plettenberg Bay
Germany
Kerem
CA $308
CA $363 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Hunter's Country House
A swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
An outdoor patio with a wooden deck, white chairs, a wooden table, and large umbrellas providing shade.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, a stone wall, a wooden reception desk, a dining area with chairs and a table, and two large hanging light fixtures.
A buffet with various cheeses, fruits, and breads.

9. The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory
Central Beach Area
United Kingdom
LOUISE
CA $647
CA $745 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Old Rectory
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, and a large potted plant.
A modern interior with a dining area, a kitchen, and a large glass door leading to an outdoor space.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area with a white cabinet and a small table, a large window with a view of the sea, and a ceiling fan.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a pool in the background.

10. THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United Kingdom
Andrew
CA $276
CA $317 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Exterior
Lounge
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden stool, a vase with flowers, and a view of greenery outside.
A breakfast buffet with various foods and drinks, a painting on the wall, and a chef in motion.

11. Tamodi Lodge and Stables

Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Keurboomstrand
United Kingdom
Adrian Chi Meng
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a table, and an umbrella.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, furnished with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.
A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a beach at sunset.

12. Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
Wilderness Beach
United Kingdom
michael
CA $250
CA $291 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Beach Villa Wilderness
A modern living room with a fireplace, glass shelves, and a view to the outside.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a fireplace, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a round mirror, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and fireplace. Large windows offer a view of the sea.

13. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United States
William
CA $328
CA $377 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.
An outdoor wooden deck with benches and tables, surrounded by trees and a thatched roof structure with string lights.
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.

14. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Knysna
United States
Ibrahima
CA $339
CA $390 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
A wooden bridge leading to a house with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a pond.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a chandelier, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a television.
An outdoor covered patio with a wooden ceiling, wicker furniture, and a central table with chairs.
A bar area with wooden paneling, a bar counter, and multiple bar stools. There are several chairs and a table with a glass top.

15. The Manor House at Fancourt

The Manor House at Fancourt
George
Germany
Anja
CA $790
CA $909 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Manor House at Fancourt
A stone building with a glass facade and a wooden deck leading to a pool.
A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden tables, and chairs.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a chessboard, and a bed with a view of trees.
A wooden deck with a patterned rug, a sofa, and a coffee table.

16. Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
Plettenberg Bay
United States
Saeeda
CA $1,447
CA $1,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Tsala Treetop Lodge
An outdoor wooden deck with seating and a glass door leading to a modern interior.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, built-in shelving, a central blue chest of drawers, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
A rectangular swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

17. Crags Country Lodge

Crags Country Lodge
The Crags
United Kingdom
Peter
Crags Country Lodge
A dining table with two plates of food and drinks, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas.
A large, multi-story house with a spacious roof deck and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.
A poolside area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror. There is a window with curtains, a plant, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
Wilderness
United States
Milanka
CA $231
CA $266 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Cinnamon Boutique
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a mountainous landscape.
A deck with wooden flooring, a pool, and lounge chairs overlooking the ocean.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a view of the ocean.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a sink.

19. Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Knysna
South Africa
Lee
CA $466
CA $535 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Front of property
Reception
Exterior
Room

20. Hilltop Boutique Hotel

Hilltop Boutique Hotel
Wilderness
South Africa
Nelisa
CA $354
CA $407 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Hilltop Boutique Hotel
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CA $255
CA $294 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
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Nestled between forested hills and a sparkling lagoon, Knysna offers boat tours to spot dolphins and visit the famous Heads sandstone cliffs. Explore the vibrant Waterfront with its seafood restaurants or take guided hikes through indigenous forests in the surrounding Garden Route.

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A coastal landscape with a bay, rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse.

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THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

10/10 Excellent
"You cannot comment on perfection."
Eric 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Turbine Hotel and Spa

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."
Gregory 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Turbine Hotel and Spa
St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna

10/10 Excellent
"This is a beautiful, clean and comfortable hotel. Staff is super helpful- a true 5 star hotel!"
Lillian 3-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
St James of Knysna

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