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Island Vibe Knysna Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel in Knysna with free parking

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BBQ/picnic Area
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Billiards
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Lobby

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in 6 Bed dorm 4)

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Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Flashpacker 8)

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Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Double en-suite 3)

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Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

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Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Twin Room (Flashpacker 6)

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Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (en-suite 1)

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Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Twin en-suite 2)

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Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

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67 Main Road, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Knysna Quays - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Thesen Island - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 20 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪34 South - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Island Vibe Knysna Hostel

Upscale hostel located in Knysna Central
Island Vibe Knysna Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Outdoor furniture, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Island Vibe Knysna Hostel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with showers
  • Patios and communal kitchens

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 40 to 55 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 40 to 55 per person

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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Island Vibe Knysna
Island Vibe Knysna Hostel
Knysna Island Vibe
Vibe Knysna Hostel Knysna
Island Vibe Knysna Hostel Knysna
Island Vibe Knysna Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Island Vibe Knysna Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Vibe Knysna Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Island Vibe Knysna Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Vibe Knysna Hostel?

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

What time is check-out at Island Vibe Knysna Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Island Vibe Knysna Hostel located?

Located in Knysna Central, this hostel is steps away from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Lagoon. Featherbed Boat Cruises and Pledge Nature Reserve are also within 10 minutes.

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Island Vibe Knysna Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Vusumzi

Liked: Cleanliness

It is ok

The stay was fine, there were no towels and no soap at the accommodation. I had to go buy own towels and soap to take a shower. The were no cell phone charging points and some beds were making squeaky sound, probably to old. There was not enough parking as well
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The whole experience was amazing, staff were friendly and helpful and Alex really made us feel at home
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

T, za

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
barがある。 朝食も数種類頼むことができる。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

物価の高いナイズナで、安く泊まれる宿。

ナイズナのショッピングモールの隣にある。ドミトリーやフロントがある建物は、大音量で音楽が流れていたり、人が多かったりで、落ち着かないが、ダブルルームがあるもう一つの建物は静か。大きなキッチンがある。バストイレは共用。タオルがなく、持ってきてと頼んだから、返事は良かったが、持ってきてくれなかった。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Ok for the cost

Good location but my room was noise because of the proximoty with N2. Service ok, they didnt let me use their computer to download pictures from a flash drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Britta , NRW

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Es war Gott sei Dank nur für eine Nacht

Als wir ankamen traf uns der Schock. Ein typisches Backpacker Hostel, Was eigentlich gar nicht so schlimm ist. Jedoch war das Zimmer sowie das Bad alles andere als in Ordnung Punkt unter der Dusche hat man sich verbrüht und das Wasser im Waschbecken ist auch nicht abgelaufen. Insgesamt war es so hellhörig, dass man um 6 Uhr morgens kerzengerade im Bett saß, weil man dachte es steht jemand im Zimmer. Schade. Aber auch für eine kurze Nacht nicht so super. Die Parkplatzsituation ist auch seehr begrenzt.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

fer, l

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

For too young people

It is ok if you are single and in your twenties. Not for families. Nice people, room dirty, not water, difficult to found.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place with a tiny pool

To be honest; I'd liked Plet more than Knysna because of the lack of a beach. But at least they have a tiny pool to cool down. The backpackers itself was really nice with an awesome staff. Great place of you want to visit Knysna
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nicol

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms are basic but the staff are fantastic and the bar/entertainment area makes the evenings memorable
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

Very nice backpacker, close to everything you need and very nice staff.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding in every way!!!

Myself and 3 friends shared a family room. Centrally located. The service and every single element of our stay was OUTSTANDING!!! Would always return to Island Vibe and would highly recommend this backpackers. Thank you so much for making our stay nothing but "AWESOME" :-)!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Moni, NRW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Gutes Hostel mit fabelhaftem Personal.

Nur die Betten waren etwas zu klein, sonst war alles super in dem schnuckeligen Hostel. Man war super freundlich und Abends waqr immer was los, mit Musik und Grill.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Good spot

Good location. Rooms are a bit dated, but a good place for young people.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller