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Knysna Manor House

3.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Double Room
Free daily English breakfast

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
19 Fichat Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Pezula Championship Course
    10 min walk
  • Knysna Quays
    11 min walk
  • Knysna Waterfront
    11 min walk
  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    32 min drive

Room options

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Basic Twin Room (Outside)

Basic Twin Room (Outside)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room

Twin Room

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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10 bedrooms, individually furnished, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Knysna

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Knysna Waterfront and Knysna Lagoon. Also, Thesen Island is within 2 miles (3 km) and Knysna Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Knysna Quays - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Knysna Lagoon - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Thesen Island - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Leisure Isle - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪African Bean - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Persello's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Knysna Manor House

3-star Victorian guest house near Knysna Waterfront
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at Knysna Manor House. An area shuttle within 70 km is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Knysna guesthouse.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1896
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Knysna Manor House offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 70 km

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually furnished
  • Local maps

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges ZAR 50 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Knysna Manor House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: ZAR 165 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of ZAR 50

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open September 01 and close May 31.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

House Knysna
Knysna House
Knysna Manor
Knysna Manor House
Knysna Manor House House
Manor House Knysna
Knysna Manor House Guesthouse
Knysna Manor House Knysna
Knysna Manor House Guesthouse
Knysna Manor House Guesthouse Knysna

Knysna Manor House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our return stay after 15 years did not disappoint. Still the friendly, dedicated and professional staff and owners we got used to the previous time, making our stay really great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

M p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Knysna views
location was beautiful, well centered in midst of the town and amenities. place is pleasantly old but more than acceptable. well worth the money spent. owners were kind and helpful and provided for all needs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely
The rooms were well appointed and very clean, the beds were comfortable, the setting was beautiful and the hosts were gracious. It was a lovely stay😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick stop over.
Had a late check in but the establishment arranged for me to collect the key at a safe place. The service was excellent and the breakfast was prepared according to my liking. Will visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in Knysna
My stay was amazing. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Annie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
An average place to stay
For a three star guest house it was ok, however, bathrooms were Very musty smelling. The towels need upgrading along with bedroom decoration. It’s an ok place to stay if you are happy with outdated furniture and furnishings. The breakfast was very nice and very fresh and hot when served. The breakfast room staff were very good. Our party had 2 rooms and the second room was better furnished, however still dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice Knysna B&B
Nice B&B. Great service and comfortable home. Excellent fresh cooked breakfast. Easy walking to Knysna waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

ASHWIN

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

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant well-run location for a short stay
The two ladies running the guest house were very kind and helpful. Breakfast was excellent and the property overall was clean and well looked after and very secure. However, the room I was in was a bit spartan and outdated (no table or desk and an ancient wardrobe with hardly any clothes hangers) and the bathroom was in need of some TLC. The internet connection was a bit of a challenge on occasions as well but the problems were addressed when brought to the attention of management. Overall, though, good value for money.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Knysna Manor House
Friendly staff and management. The breakfast was fantastic

8/10 Good

Wendell

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
budge room
smelled badly of mould and mildew. was damp also, and not because of the rain. even when curtains closed bright light shone through the window all night. fresh dog feces to be avoided when walking paths outside in the morning.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great service
Very nice

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantasic all round
It was a perfect place to overnight. Friendly, clean and well priced

8/10 Good

Alex, Montreal, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome.
We arrived and we were greeted by the owner of the guest house who showed us around. The breakfast was very good and cooked À La Carte. There was also cereal, fresh fruit and yogurt. The WIFI was not accessible in the room as stated in the expedia description. However the owner said they were in the process of upgrading the signal to reach all of the rooms.

6/10 Okay

rob, jhb

Liked: Staff & service
knysna manor
As this was venue 4 of my coastal trip from cape town to durban I must say I had a pleasant stay. Rooms are basic and offer only the necesities. Its comfortable and well priced. Not recomended if you after luxury. Splendid hosts. Breakfast was spot on.

8/10 Good

Keir, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Victorian B&B in the Western Cape!
Knysna Manor House is, as its name suggests, an old Victorian house that has been converted into a bed and breakfast. The owners greeted me warmly and showed me to my room, a huge double on the first floor with a partial view of the Knysna Lagoon. The room was very comfortable and breakfast, served on the verandah, was excellent. It was a 10 minute comfortable walk down to the Lagoon. I stayed only one night here but would have been happy to have stayed longer.

8/10 Good

Laura, Salassa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ottima posizione per accedere alle attività che offre la città. La struttura, in perfetto stile inglese, è pulita e curata, il personale gentile e disponibile. Essendo onverno, ogni ospite aveva a disppsizione una borsa per l'acqua calda ricoperta di lana nei colori della stanza.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

François

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Établissement chaleureux avec des hôtes disponibles et serviables. Ambiance calme. Beaucoup d’espaces communs pour se reposer. L’emplacement est juste a l’extérieur des zones d’activités, pour le calme, mais pas trop loin. La terrasse extérieure est très agréable et un bon petit déjeuner est servi.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hiroko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
朝食付きで清潔で素晴らしかった。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kanon B&B
Riktigt mysig B&B med världens trevligaste värdpar! God frukost!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Centraal gelegen en goede voorzieningen op loopafstand. Restaurants en waterfront op beloopbare afstand
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018