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Pelican Lodge

Pelican Lodge
4.0 star property
21.5 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Our stay--- one night --- was VERY special. We were advised about eateries, about the village & really made to feel at home."
South Africa
George Deline
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Pelican Lodge

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
3.0 star property
22.5 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"😎"
Australia
Stephen
Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
3.0 star property
Knysna Central, 0.5 km from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Great hotel, "
United States
Zoe
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea
3.5 star property
25.6 km from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Very good staff & location "
United States
Anand
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
5.0 star property
21.2 km from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"This is a unique and very beautiful group of building, the most helpful staff, extremely well run, with excellent restaurant facilities. "
United Kingdom
John
The price is AU$398
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Hunter's Country House

Guinea Fowl Lodge

Guinea Fowl Lodge
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Waterfront
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great staff, lovely view, great room. Thank you "
United Kingdom
Taru
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Guinea Fowl Lodge

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
5.0 star property
4.8 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"Amazing place."
United States
Ibrahima
The price is AU$415
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Chez Pierre

Chez Pierre
3.5 star property
3.3 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Our family of 4 had a fantastic couple of nights at Chez Pierre - wish we could have stayed longer. Pierre was the perfect host. The rooms were delightful, the breakfast delicious and the area so beautiful. "
United Kingdom
Carla
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Chez Pierre

Oyster Creek Lodge

Oyster Creek Lodge
4.0 star property
2.7 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"Nice view"
Singapore
Tadashi
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Oyster Creek Lodge

aha The Rex Hotel

aha The Rex Hotel
4.0 star property
1.4 km from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (161 reviews)
"Been to Knysna now on many times, stayed in various types of accommodation within the town, very impressed with this hotel, ideal for walking around town, the marina and it's location is great, ideal for walking to many of the towns restaurants' and bars. Would certainly recommend this hotel. Staff were really helpful, breakfast was fine although there are many cafe's around the hotel should one want any alternative breakfast, although what we had was fine."
United Kingdom
Yvonne
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
aha The Rex Hotel

Bella Manga Country Escape

Bella Manga Country Escape
3.0 star property
26.7 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Bella Manga Country Escape My family and I had a wonderful stay at Bella Manga. It is a truly peaceful and beautiful place—perfect for rest, reflection, and quality family time. The surroundings are serene, and the atmosphere made us feel refreshed and at home. We are grateful for the experience and thankful for such a lovely retreat. Truly a blessing to stay here. Definitely a place we would return to in the future. "
United States
Katleho
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Bella Manga Country Escape

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Aestas Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (81 reviews)
"The room was great with an excellent breakfast Will recommend to anyone visiting Knysna "
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Plett Quarter Hotel

Plett Quarter Hotel
3.5 star property
30.2 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"Great hotel for anybody exploring the garden route staying in Plett, very clean, tidy and right in the heart of the town surrounded by amazing restaurants."
United Kingdom
Jordan
Plett Quarter Hotel

The Ivory Haus

The Ivory Haus
4.0 star property
30.1 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Amazing place. 11/10. Stay here. Just do it."
United States
Grant
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
The Ivory Haus

The Junction Boutique Hotel

The Junction Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
30.2 km from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (40 reviews)
"Staff were amazing, prime location and spacious rooms. "
United States
Ruben Majola
The Junction Boutique Hotel

Formosa Bay

Formosa Bay
3.0 star property
28.9 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (98 reviews)
"Formosa bay was a great experience. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The place in clean and have some great amenities for all ages."
United States
Tamar
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Formosa Bay

Pezula Nature Retreat

Pezula Nature Retreat
5.1 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
"Amazing room with terrific views over the ocean, the staff was mostly friendly and supportive"
Germany
Valentin
The price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Pezula Nature Retreat

Whalesong Hotel & Spa

Whalesong Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
28.8 km from Waterfront
7.6 out of 10, Good, (60 reviews)
"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."
Ireland
michael
The price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Whalesong Hotel & Spa

Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna
4.0 star property
2.4 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (91 reviews)
"We spent a nice holiday everything was perfect , clean, nice landscape and lake view, quiet and a very cooperative staf"
United States
Ibrahim
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
3.5 star property
Knysna Central, 0.4 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (356 reviews)
"Great friendly check in, pool area was lovely, apart from both lifts being out of order cannot fault this property and would recommend"
United Kingdom
Tracy
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
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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.

Paradise

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

Rexford

While Rexford isn't home to many top sights, Knysna Golf Club and Leisure Isle are some notable places to visit nearby.

Belvidere

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

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Frequently asked questions

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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