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Turbine Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and marina

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Consider a stay at Turbine Hotel and Spa and take advantage of a marina, a poolside bar and a terrace. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling, fishing and sailing at this hotel. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body wrap and hydrotherapy at Amani Spa, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and Italian cuisine. Enjoy on-site activities, such as kayaking and boat tours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$777
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Knysna Quays - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Leisure Isle - 17 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 24 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Luxury family-friendly hotel located in Thesen Island
Take advantage of a marina, a poolside bar and a terrace at Turbine Hotel and Spa. Active travellers can enjoy cycling, fishing and sailing at this hotel. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body wrap and hydrotherapy at Amani Spa, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and Italian cuisine. Enjoy on-site activities, such as kayaking and boat tours. In addition to 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free property, 1 meeting room and free newspapers
  • A front desk safe, ATM/banking services and a banquet hall
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Col Cacchio Pizzeria
  • The Island Cafe
  • The Tapas Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

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
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1000 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 650 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 1000 per night

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, debit card or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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

Turbine Hotel
Turbine Hotel Knysna
Turbine Knysna
Turbine Hotel Spa
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel
Turbine Hotel and Spa Knysna
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Turbine Hotel and Spa on 12 Nov 2025 start from NZ$776.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Turbine Hotel and Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Turbine Hotel and Spa doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

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 Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM-9:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 650 per person applies.

Where is Turbine Hotel and Spa located?

This family-friendly Knysna hotel is located on a lake, just steps away from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Lagoon. Knysna Waterfront and Knysna Quays are also within 15 minutes.

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