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St James of Knysna

5.0 star property
Luxury country house with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5
Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
St James of Knysna offers a luxury boutique experience on the lagoon shore. Guests enjoy stunning water views from the sun-kissed terrace, browse nearby designer shops, or select books from the library. Rowing and kayaking are available on-site, with motorized watercraft nearby.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Double Room

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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Junior Double Room

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 47 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double - Garden View

Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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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.
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Map
The Point, Eastford, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Knysna Quays - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Brenton Beach - 14 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 17 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trinity Premium Coffee Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Muse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪34 South - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Garden Café - ‬3 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, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • 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

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)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Knysna St James
St James House Knysna
St James Knysna
The St James Knysna
The St. James Of Knysna Hotel Knysna
St James Knysna Country House
St James Country House
The St. James Of Knysna Hotel
St James of Knysna Knysna
St James of Knysna Country House
St James of Knysna Country House Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does St James of Knysna have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

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).

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Reviews

St James of Knysna Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 183 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful welcome, amazing staff and real comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very private accommodations with extremely friendly and helpful staff. Absolutely beautiful accommodations!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pearl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional staff and hotel

Wonderful hotel with exceptional amazing staff who work as a team looking after their guests. Sandi leads this wonderful team.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel in a quiet location. Staff are excellent and trip on the hotel’s own boat is a bonus. Pools are both lovely and our room/suite was lovely with great views of the lagoon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and property. Large and immaculate rooms. A must stay place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boat trip was awesome, staff amazing, drinks were outstanding, food was perfect. I will come here again, for sure!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Nice Accommodations!!

Fabulous hotel and top shelf service. We were greeted at the door, escorted to the bar/salon seating area to have a glass of bubbly while doing the checkin process in comfort. We were lucky enough to get a complimentary upgrade and our bags were in our beautiful room when we got there. The room was large and comfortable. Bed and linens were perfect. Breakfast was a choice of hot or a buffet, or both...but all amazing. Staff were all professional, but very warm and welcoming. I recommend this hotel very highly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel right on the lagoon. We had a spectacular view from our room and it was so peaceful waking up to the sightband sound of the still lagoon. Staff were excellent, very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was amazing too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
St James was a perfect stay in Knysna - we wished we had booked additional nights, the hotel is a little further out of town but it is quiet, tranquil & the staff were so helpful in organising transport when required. Thanks to Sandy & the team!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stop on garden route

Excellent stop in Knysna. Very good professional and helpful service. Have shared before and would return
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel overlooking an even more beautiful lagoon. We had a large room overlooking the lagoon and there are some huge suites. The staff were all friendly and excellent. Norman was extremely helpful and happy to advise us on how to get the most from the time we had in Knysna, including an excellent restaurant recommendation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here, we stayed in the Lady Anne Suite and it was amazing. The views over the lagoon were super and Sandy could not do enough for us. Was very helpful about suggesting activities for us and restaurants to eat in. It's a little bit out of town but they can arrange transfer for you which are quite reasonable. We had a really great relaxing stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ettiene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Memorable experience

I felt a bit like royalty.... Such a pleasureable experience! And everyone goes out of their way to help you.... And the free boat ride of course was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This must be the best place to stay in Knysna. I agonized about whether to stay here or closer in town and I definitely made the right choice. Everyone in ZA seems nice but the St James is beyond nice. It really is lovely to come back to a place where people go above and beyond. Great breakfast overlooking the water without the crowd. Nice place to have a cocktail after dinner. Huge room with great views. Private, safe parking area. I never even used the beautiful boat which other guests took advantage of. Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riccardo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We just spent two nights at St James and we loved it. It it right in front lot the Knysna lagoon and offers a great boat ride to all guests, which we enjoyed. We were upgraded on arrival by the very kind staff who man the reception. Knysna is a very interesting destination, we loved the Two Heads excursion to the ocean. We recommend Dt James to all travellers to Knysna and we would like to thank the staff for the very profesional and kind atttitude.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent and quiet hotel in Knysnia

I liked the hotel as I got a spacious beautiful room giving towards the lake. Very quiet. Very good and attentive staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxus der nicht aufgesetzt wirkt, dezent aber stilvoll, Suite Lady Anne mit toller Aussicht, perfekter Service, eine Oase zum Wohlfühlen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

StJames

Super schöner Ort. Zuvorkommendes und freundliches Personal!
Zufahrt
Blick zum See
Frühstücken auf der Terasse
Inkl. Privatboot-Ausflug
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merete

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excepcional!

O hotel é lindo! Local calmo, em frente à Knysna Lagoon! Os quartos são grandes, limpos e confortáveis. O café da manhã é maravilhoso! O atendimento é impecável. Fizemos um passeio de barco (oferecido gratuitamente pelo hotel) guiado pelo Alex, que além de muito educado e atencioso, foi um excelente guia do nosso passeio! Voltaria mil vezes para esse hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellenter Service, schöne Zimmer und traumhaft schöner Blick von der Terrasse und dem Gemeinschaftsraum. Es ist in absoluter ruhiger Lage. Einerseits ist das wunderschön, andererseits - und gepaart damit, dass es im Hotel außer Frühstück kein Essen gibt - muss man doch häufig mit dem Auto ins Zentrum oder zu anderen Orten fahren.

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Staff & service
Die Lage des Hotels an der Laguneist bezaubernd! Es gibt wahnsinnig viel zu unternehmen in der Umgebung! Besonders haben wir das Picknick des Hotels am Strand genossen, ebenso das Angebot des Hotels,die Bootsfahrt an der Lagune! Klysma ist ein Traum besonders s ab n diesem Platz!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022