Waterfront Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Waterfront
Activities
Knysna Lagoon: Boat Cruise with Oyster & White Wine Tasting
AU$64
per adult
Knysna: Scenic Cruise Aboard a Luxury Lounge Cruiser
AU$39
per adult
Our pick of the best Waterfront Hotel Deals
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
Waterfront Drive Knysna Western Cape
The price is AU$181 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$181
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (365 reviews)
"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 ..."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Knysna Hollow Country Estate
5 Welbedacht Lane Knysna Western Cape
The price is AU$201 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$201
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Friday Market and Drupkelders Hiking Trail are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (108 reviews)
"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. ..."
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
27 Baron's View Estate Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is AU$169 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$169
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Plett Puzzle Park and Old Timber ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews)
"Faultless"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Formosa Bay
N2 National Road Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is AU$114 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$114
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Plett Puzzle Park and Radical ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (103 reviews)
"Very clean with nice pool and adjoining restaurant."
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Plett Quarter Hotel
9 Main St Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is AU$116 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$116
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber Shed ...
The Ivory Haus
31 Main street Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is AU$142 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$142
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"We arrived on a Saturday afternoon and were given a room that was on the first floor with a door out to the sun deck. We were quite tired and thought a nap would be good but no hope as we had the constant noise of the extractor fan from the kitchen going up the wall outside, even if we shut all the ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Waterfront
Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Thesen Island
If you're spending some time in Thesen Island, Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Knysna Central
While visiting Knysna Central, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront.
Photo by Andy Holliday
Open Photo by Andy Holliday
Paradise
Paradise is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.
Belvidere
Travellers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
