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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 ฿3,897
฿3,897 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Pelican Lodge
Hallway

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
3.0 star property
22.5 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Great value for money. Rooms were clean and bed very comfy. Fantastic location and great food !"
United States
James
The price is ฿2,534
฿2,534 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
Suite, Garden View | View from room

Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
5.0 star property
21.2 km from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"We come regularly to the Hunter's Country House as it is always very relaxing. The Hospitality, the Restaurant Options and the People make the difference ..."
Germany
Kerem
The price is ฿7,275
฿8,366 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hunter's Country House
Front of property

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, (36 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Harsha
The price is ฿2,728
฿3,138 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
Rooftop terrace

Plett Quarter Hotel

Plett Quarter Hotel
3.5 star property
30.2 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (31 reviews)
"We had a great stay. Nice room (on the smaller side). Really lovely breakfast. Only negative was that you could really hear the other guest closing their doors. "
Sweden
Jan Alexander
The price is ฿2,342
฿2,693 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Plett Quarter Hotel
Free daily full breakfast

Guinea Fowl Lodge

Guinea Fowl Lodge
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Spotless room, wonderful hospitality and AMAZING breakfast with a view. Loved our stay!"
United States
Desiree
The price is ฿2,349
฿2,349 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Guinea Fowl Lodge
View from room

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Aestas Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (91 reviews)
"breakfast good parking no problems location handy to everything "
Canada
joseph
The price is ฿1,405
฿2,262 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Aestas Bed & Breakfast
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Ivory Haus

The Ivory Haus
4.0 star property
30.1 km from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Great staff, wonderful room and views, exceptional food and atmosphere"
United Kingdom
Steven
The price is ฿2,954
฿3,397 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
The Ivory Haus
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Chez Pierre

Chez Pierre
3.5 star property
3.3 km from Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very nice owner and staff"
Ireland
Mary
The price is ฿3,591
฿3,591 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Chez Pierre
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea
3.5 star property
25.6 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Our 2nd visit. "
United States
Gordon
The price is ฿4,524
฿5,203 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Simbavati Fynbos on Sea
View from property

Brenton On Rocks Luxury Guest House

Brenton On Rocks Luxury Guest House
4.0 star property
4 km from Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Great beach below the cliffs, available if you're prepared to climb a bit"
South Africa
Charlotta
The price is ฿3,016
฿3,469 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Brenton On Rocks Luxury Guest House
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
5.0 star property
4.8 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (155 reviews)
"Amazing place."
United States
Ibrahima
The price is ฿8,114
฿9,331 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Exterior

Pezula Nature Retreat

Pezula Nature Retreat
5.1 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (206 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, beautiful rooms, lovely staff. "
United Kingdom
bharat
The price is ฿7,541
฿8,673 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Pezula Nature Retreat
Lobby

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, (366 reviews)
"Great location and great staff "
United Kingdom
Grant
The price is ฿3,394
฿3,942 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
Honeymoon Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Bayview Hotel

Bayview Hotel
4.0 star property
30.1 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (103 reviews)
"Very nicely decorated and maintained in great central location with views over Plettenberg Bay. Rooms very comfortable with excellent breakfast."
United Kingdom
PHILIP
The price is ฿3,544
฿4,075 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Bayview Hotel
Breakfast area

Dolphin Circle B&B

Dolphin Circle B&B
3.5 star property
29.9 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Great B&B in a very nice building and friendly staff"
France
Brice
The price is ฿2,387
฿2,387 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Dolphin Circle B&B
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Formosa Bay

Formosa Bay
3.0 star property
28.9 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (104 reviews)
"Very clean with nice pool and adjoining restaurant."
United States
Carey
The price is ฿2,076
฿2,387 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Formosa Bay
Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

The Junction Boutique Hotel

The Junction Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
30.2 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (43 reviews)
"Staff were amazing, prime location and spacious rooms. "
United States
Ruben Majola
The price is ฿4,232
฿4,866 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
The Junction Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool

Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Waterfront
The price is ฿3,581
฿7,560 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House
Exterior

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna Hollow Country Estate
4.0 star property
2.9 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108 reviews)
"Absolutely stunning! The room was clean and spacious, with very comfortable beds. The grounds are lovely which make for a very relaxing stay. Lots of choice at breakfast and evening meals were delicious. Highly recommend."
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is ฿4,072
฿4,683 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Knysna Hollow Country Estate
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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.

A marina with boats docked, a bridge, and buildings along the waterfront.

Knysna Central

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

A residential area with a swimming pool, houses, and a view of a bay with boats.
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 Eastern Head View Point 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.

Top Waterfront Hotel Reviews

The Ivory Haus

The Ivory Haus

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff, wonderful room and views, exceptional food and atmosphere"
Steven 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
The Ivory Haus

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.