Thesen Island Travel Guide
Knysna
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Stay near popular Thesen Island attractions
Things to do
Knysna Boat Cruise to the Heads – Small Group, Calm Lagoon
฿1,115
per adult
Top hotels in Thesen Island
Turbine Hotel and Spa
TH 36 Sawtooth Lane Knysna Western Cape
The price is ฿6,032 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿6,032
฿7,006 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions The Motorcycle Room and Knysna Waterfront are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (186 reviews)
"This hotel was incredible. The location is excellent, the hotel itself is quite interesting and there are many places to explore, the food and drink were excellent - as were the staff who provided them, the room was remarkable. This is a must-stay hotel if you are considering staying in the area. ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
The Lofts Boutique Hotel
The Boatshed, Long Street Knysna Western Cape
The price is ฿9,369 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿9,369
฿10,774 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions The Motorcycle Room and Knysna Waterfront are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"The hotel was excellent with regards to service, cleanliness and location. Everything to shut down very early and unfortunately due to tides and debris we couldn’t use the kayaks."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
Waterfront Drive Knysna Western Cape
The price is ฿3,464 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿3,464
฿4,023 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
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! (368 reviews)
"We had great time in the hotel the The staff were very helpful and excellent in their dealings; we even requested breakfast for our last day as we had to leave early, and they prepared breakfast boxes for us. Also the location was great very near the water front with many stors and restaurants"
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
The Plettenberg Hotel
40 Church Street Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is ฿9,900 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿9,900
฿11,499 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Old Timber Shed and Van Plettenberg Beacon ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
"Amazing location, decor and service. Highly recommend staying here."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Greens Guest House
44 Howard Street Knysna Western Cape
The price is ฿5,672 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿5,672
฿5,672 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf B&B in Knysna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Knysna Golf Club and Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail ...
Bayview Hotel
Corner Main & Gibb Street Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is ฿3,910 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿3,910
฿4,497 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber ...
8.4/10 Very good! (105 reviews)
"It’s the best hotel with great views and incredible interior. Highly recommend this for family stay."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Thesen Island
Find the best Thesen Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Knysna Central
While visiting Knysna Central, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront.
Waterfront
Unique features of Waterfront include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Knysna Quays or Knysna Waterfront while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
