Waterfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A marina with boats, a sailboat, and a waterfront building with people.
A marina with boats docked, a bridge, and buildings along the waterfront.
A marina with several sailboats docked, a wooden building with a green roof, and hills in the background.
A white boat named 'HEADS Explorer' docked at a marina with flags and a building in the background.
A waterfront with a wooden pier extending into calm water, surrounded by residential buildings and a hilly backdrop.

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Our pick of the best Waterfront Hotel Deals

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

3.5 out of 5
Waterfront Drive Knysna Western Cape
The price is NZ$248 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
NZ$248
27 Nov - 28 Nov
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! (375 reviews)
"Nice facility"

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
Plett Quarter Hotel

Plett Quarter Hotel

3.5 out of 5
9 Main St Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is NZ$249 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$249
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber Shed ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
"This was a great hotel to land for a couple nights in Plettenberg. The staff was delightful especially upon our arrival we were a bit frazzled from a long drive and Kima greeted us to help us Park and get our bags to our room. The in Hotel restaurant is excellent, we ate the oxtail and the breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Plett Quarter Hotel
Formosa Bay

Formosa Bay

3 out of 5
N2 National Road Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is NZ$139 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
NZ$139
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Plett Puzzle Park and Adventure ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (110 reviews)
"The resort was clean and cozy. Breakfast was fabulous. Very family friendly."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Formosa Bay
The Greens Guest House

The Greens Guest House

4 out of 5
44 Howard Street Knysna Western Cape
The price is NZ$283 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
NZ$283
10 Dec - 11 Dec
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 ...
The Greens Guest House
Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

4 out of 5
5 Welbedacht Lane Knysna Western Cape
The price is NZ$286 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$286
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Knysna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Friday Market and Drupkelders Hiking Trail are located ...
Knysna Hollow Country Estate
Bayview Hotel

Bayview Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Main & Gibb Street Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
The price is NZ$233 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
NZ$233
19 Nov - 20 Nov
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! (111 reviews)
"Staff were great. Mornings were very noisy because of the lack of consideration by other guest's. From 5.30 am so inconsiderate. Banging around there rim and door without a thought of people sleeping. So rude. Breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Bayview Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Waterfront
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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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