Knysna Quays Hotel

Anchored on Waterfront Drive in the heart of Knysna, the hotel overlooks the tidal lagoon and historic railway station, with the sandstone Heads framing the horizon. Step outside to the quayside promenade for boutiques, cafés and cruise jetties bound for Featherbed Nature Reserve. George Airport is around an hour’s drive, while Cape Town lies roughly five and a half hours west along the famed Garden Route. The setting blends amenity-rich convenience with classic lagoon scenery, ideal for guests who want car-free dining and activities at their doorstep between beach, forest and estuary explorations.

The hotel offers 123 rooms designed for easy comfort after a day on the Garden Route. Many feature views across Knysna Lagoon or toward the Waterfront and old station. Expect extra-length king or twin beds, air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite TV and tea-and-coffee facilities, with some categories adding kitchenette elements. En-suite bathrooms typically provide separate bath and shower. Two accessible rooms serve guests with reduced mobility. Family-friendly configurations are available on request. Straightforward, well-kept interiors and practical amenities make this a reliable choice for couples, families and self-drivers seeking central convenience.

Leisure centers on a heated outdoor pool with a shallow children’s section and plentiful deck seating. The on-site restaurant serves a generous breakfast each morning, while the surrounding Waterfront offers a wide array of restaurants and bars for lunch and dinner. Guests benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, room service, same-day laundry, and compact meeting space. There is no dedicated on-site gym or full-service spa; nearby facilities can be arranged if needed. With cruise departures, boutique shopping and lagoon views just steps away, the hotel delivers an easy, walk-everywhere base in Knysna.