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Our top choices for Waterfront hotels

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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"Amazing place."
United States
Ibrahima
The price is NZ$521
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Hallway

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
3.0 star property
22.5 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Great value for money. Rooms were clean and bed very comfy. Fantastic location and great food !"
United States
James
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Pili Pili Beach Cabanas
Luxury Suite

Blackwaters River Lodge

Blackwaters River Lodge
4.0 star property
9.9 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Friendlyness"
South Africa
Ralf
The price is NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Blackwaters River Lodge
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, (104 reviews)
"This is a unique and very beautiful group of building, the most helpful staff, extremely well run, with excellent restaurant facilities. "
United Kingdom
John
The price is NZ$393
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Hunter's Country House
Royal House, 6 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

Buccara Noetzie - Lindsay Castle

Buccara Noetzie - Lindsay Castle
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Waterfront
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"This home was amazing! Nelson Mandela once stayed there as the photographs prove. Staff members were lovely and Nico helped guide us through everything we needed to know about the area. Bravo!"
United States
sandra
The price is NZ$1,334
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Buccara Noetzie - Lindsay Castle
City view from property

Guinea Fowl Lodge

Guinea Fowl Lodge
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Waterfront
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great staff, lovely view, great room. Thank you "
United Kingdom
Taru
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Guinea Fowl Lodge
Restaurant

Chez Pierre

Chez Pierre
3.5 star property
3.3 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Our family of 4 had a fantastic couple of nights at Chez Pierre - wish we could have stayed longer. Pierre was the perfect host. The rooms were delightful, the breakfast delicious and the area so beautiful. "
United Kingdom
Carla
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Chez Pierre
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea
3.5 star property
25.6 km from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Very good staff & location "
United States
Anand
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Simbavati Fynbos on Sea
View from room

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Aestas Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"The room was great with an excellent breakfast Will recommend to anyone visiting Knysna "
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Aestas Bed & Breakfast
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, (29 reviews)
"Very comfortable rooms. Nice variety of foods available for breakfast."
United States
Thea
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
Exterior

Cliff Break

Cliff Break
3.5 star property
6.4 km from Waterfront
The price is NZ$1,544
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Cliff Break
Exterior

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
3.8 km from Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (116 reviews)
"Beautiful setting, very comfortable "
Canada
Darcy
The price is NZ$317
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort
Exterior

Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
5.0 star property
20.8 km from Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Best ever, nice experience, area around it perfect for nature lovers. The hotel location allows you to enjoy the night stars like no other place( except in the desert) "
United States
Saeeda
The price is NZ$1,988
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Tsala Treetop Lodge
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, (360 reviews)
"Great friendly check in, pool area was lovely, apart from both lifts being out of order cannot fault this property and would recommend"
United Kingdom
Tracy
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
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, (38 reviews)
"Perfect.everything clean, nice breakfast and very friendly staff!"
Germany
Walter
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Dolphin Circle B&B
Exterior

Pezula Nature Retreat

Pezula Nature Retreat
5.1 km from Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Amazing room with terrific views over the ocean, the staff was mostly friendly and supportive"
Germany
Valentin
The price is NZ$381
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Pezula Nature Retreat
Honeymoon Suite

Bayview Hotel

Bayview Hotel
4.0 star property
30.1 km from Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (95 reviews)
"Room was lovely with a great view. Staff were friendly and welcoming and food in the restaurant was great. Tip would be book the restaurant in advance as it was really busy and we were unable to get a table for dinner."
United Kingdom
David
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Bayview Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Formosa Bay

Formosa Bay
3.0 star property
28.9 km from Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (98 reviews)
"Formosa bay was a great experience. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The place in clean and have some great amenities for all ages."
United States
Tamar
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Formosa Bay
Deluxe Suite

The Junction Boutique Hotel

The Junction Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
30.2 km from Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (40 reviews)
"Staff were amazing, prime location and spacious rooms. "
United States
Ruben Majola
The price is NZ$277
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
The Junction Boutique Hotel
Villa

Buccara Noetzie - Craighross Castle

Buccara Noetzie - Craighross Castle
8.6 km from Waterfront
The price is NZ$1,538
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Buccara Noetzie - Craighross Castle
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Our guide on where to stay in Waterfront

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

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.

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.

Top Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was good, dogs were very friendly, location was great. Owners fantastic. "
Kevin 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Aestas Bed & Breakfast

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.

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