What's it like in Waterfront?

Waterfront is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and shopping. Make sure that you visit Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront as part of your Waterfront travel plans.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Waterfront area?

When you want to find places to stay in Knysna, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Waterfront.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Waterfront.

What is there to do around this Knysna neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Waterfront with a visit to Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park. Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Waterfront include Featherbed Boat Cruises, Pledge Nature Reserve and Friday Market. When you're sightseeing in Knysna, Featherbed Nature Reserve and Bollard Bay are also worth a stop.

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Pelican Lodge

21.5 km from Waterfront

George Deline

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

22.5 km from Waterfront

James

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

Hunter's Country House

21.2 km from Waterfront

Kerem

includes taxes & fees

18 Jul - 19 Jul

Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Chez Pierre

3.3 km from Waterfront

Mary

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Knysna Central, 0.5 km from Waterfront

Harsha

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Guinea Fowl Lodge

0.9 km from Waterfront

TINA

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

4.8 km from Waterfront

Ibrahima

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

2.8 km from Waterfront

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

25.6 km from Waterfront

Gordon

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

Formosa Bay

28.9 km from Waterfront

Carey

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Brenton Breakers

4 km from Waterfront

Sven

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

6 bedrooms, premium bedding, down duvets, Select Comfort beds

Buccara Noetzie - Craighross Castle

8.6 km from Waterfront

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

Dolphin Circle B&B

29.9 km from Waterfront

Walter

includes taxes & fees

1 Aug - 2 Aug

Barrington's Small Hotel

29.4 km from Waterfront

Darlene

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

Pezula Nature Retreat

5.1 km from Waterfront

bharat

includes taxes & fees

17 Jul - 18 Jul

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Ivory Haus

30.1 km from Waterfront

Dorothy

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

In-room safe, individually furnished, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Bayview Hotel

30.1 km from Waterfront

PHILIP

includes taxes & fees

11 Jul - 12 Jul

Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

8.3 km from Waterfront

St. John

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

2.9 km from Waterfront

Nicola

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Whalesong Hotel & Spa

28.8 km from Waterfront

"In general the hotel is very run down. Things falling apart and dysfunctional, including pool area and umbrellas and gardens. The resort is in desperate need of serious maintenance. Also, no wi fi in rooms for a 4 star hotel is not really acceptable. Poor conditions somewhat compensated for by the first class and much appreciated service from Petrus and some of his staff -especially chef and Thabisa."

michael

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

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Where to stay in Waterfront

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Thesen Island

If you're spending some time in Thesen Island, Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park are top sights worth seeing.

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A marina with boats, a sailboat, and a waterfront building with people.

Knysna Central

While visiting Knysna Central, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront.

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Rexford

While Rexford isn't home to many top sights, Knysna Golf Club and Eastern Head View Point are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A residential area with a swimming pool, houses, and a view of a bay with boats.

Paradise

Paradise is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.

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Belvidere

Travellers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Top Waterfront Hotel Reviews

The Ivory Haus

10/10 Excellent

"Beuatiful rooms and great rooms. The whole staff went above and beyond to make sure our wedding stay was as perfect as possible. Come for the marbelous appointments stay for the wonderful staff."

Villa Castollini

10/10 Excellent

"A really beautiful property up on the heights with stunning views across the lagoon towards Knysna and a nice balcony to sit out in the evening and lovely gardens and pool ( book the deluxe room it’s worth it !) Huge comfy bed and big bath tub, loved the fluffy robes . Breakfast was delicious with a great choice of fruits, yoghurt, cereals, cheese and ham , breads and a cooked breakfast made to order . Well stocked bar with lovely wine choice and a nice guest sitting room . Two nice restaurants within a 5 minute drive , Butterfly Blue on the beach at Brenton was superb . Knysna was about 12 mins drive away Francois and the Staff could not have been more helpful helping us celebrate our wedding anniversary and we appreciated the extra little touches and we loved the peacefulness yet still being close to the town. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommended a stay here ."

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

8/10 Good

"Having booked online a basic room, we enquired re upgrading and the staff were really helpful. They showed me a some different rooms and the process was very smooth. The staff were happy to help. We opted for the second floor and had a spacious room with an armchair and lounge which I always find an advantage after a days drive. The hotel is a little bit tired, however it’s central, it’s clean and the staff are more than happy to meet all your requests."

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in a great location, right by the water and a short walking distance to all the restaurants at the marina. Parking right at the hotel as well. Rooms are lovely, staff were brilliant, very friendly and helpful. Breakfasts were good - will be staying here again next time we are in Knysna."

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property with well-kept gardens and surroundings. The room was very spacious, clean, and tastefully decorated. The only negative I can mention is the air conditioning, which was quite loud, and the extra sofa bed, which made so much noise that we sometimes woke up even from a deep sleep. The restaurant served very tasty, high-quality food, but the included breakfast was the same every morning. There are two pools on the property, both clean and well maintained."

Hotels in Waterfront

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Our top choices for Waterfront hotels

Pelican Lodge

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

Hunter's Country House

Chez Pierre

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Guinea Fowl Lodge

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

Formosa Bay

Brenton Breakers

Buccara Noetzie - Craighross Castle

Dolphin Circle B&B

Barrington's Small Hotel

Pezula Nature Retreat

The Ivory Haus

Bayview Hotel

Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Whalesong Hotel & Spa

Where to stay in Waterfront

Thesen Island

Knysna Central

Rexford

Paradise

Belvidere

Top Waterfront Hotel Reviews

The Ivory Haus

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