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St James of Knysna

Property class: 5 and above

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Located close to Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Waterfront, St James of Knysna provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and designer shops on-site. Get out on the links at this country house and enjoy amenities such as a driving range. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as fishing, boat tours and rowing/canoeing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with mini golf and a garden.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$316
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a wooden coffee table, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a wooden cabinet, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and an air conditioning unit.

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

A spacious bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a dining area.

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

  • Lake view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to another room.

Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

  • Partial lake view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the outdoors, a balcony, and a dining area.

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

  • Lagoon view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of the sea.

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

  • Lagoon view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

  • Partial lake view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a dresser, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

  • Lake view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of the sea.

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

  • Lagoon view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small coffee table, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

  • Lagoon view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

  • Lagoon view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two armchairs, a small table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

  • Lagoon view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sea through an open archway.

Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

  • Lagoon view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red armchair, and large windows with curtains.

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a ceiling fan.

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

  • Lake view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Knysna, St James of Knysna is on a lake. Simola Golf Course and Knysna Golf Club are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Knysna Lagoon and Leisure Isle. Knysna Waterfront and Brenton Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Knysna travel guide
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The Point, Eastford, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • A coastal area with a house surrounded by lush greenery and a beach.
    Knysna Lagoon
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A rugged coastline with rocky outcrops and waves crashing against the shore.
    Garden Route National Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A marina with several sailboats docked at sunset.
    Knysna Waterfront
    5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • A rocky outcrop on a beach with waves crashing against it.
    Brenton Beach
    17 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Friday Market
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ)
    59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Salt & Petal
    4 min drive
  • The Farm
    5 min drive
  • Lunar Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Snobs Coffee
    3 min drive
  • The Drydock Food Co
    5 min drive

About this property

St James of Knysna

  • Luxury boutique country house near Knysna Waterfront
  • Located close to Knysna Lagoon and Featherbed Nature Reserve, St James of Knysna provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and designer shops on-site. Tee up with amenities such as a driving range at this country house. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as fishing, boat tours and rowing/canoeing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as mini golf and a garden.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), outdoor furniture and a dock
    • Tour/ticket information, beach umbrellas and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Separate baths/showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 43-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
    • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • St James of Knysna

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Personal motorised watercraft

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1991
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800 per room (one-way)

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
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

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does St James of Knysna have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at St James of Knysna?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St James of Knysna on 20 Aug 2026 start from AU$316, including 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 St James of Knysna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at St James of Knysna?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at St James of Knysna?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at St James of Knysna?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does St James of Knysna provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 800 per room applies.

Where is St James of Knysna located?

Situated on a lake, this luxury country house is steps from Knysna Lagoon and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Knysna Waterfront. Simola Golf Course and Knysna Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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