Name: Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Address: 1 Old Cape Road, 6570 Knysna, South Africa, 1 Old Cape Road, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $69 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.2

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Hotel Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

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The place is like small heaven. So homely with beautiful views. The staff is so super friendly n helpful.

Nape, South Africa

Everything about Simola is superb. Starting from the reception , room , food and the hotel staff. The kids also enjoyed our stay there. Definitely we coming back.

Nandipa, South Africa

Excellent Breakfast. Awesome views and great value for money.

Brian, South Africa

Everything, value for money. Will definitely recommend this place.

Quenton, South Africa

Couldn’t believe the size of our apartment. Exceeded our expectations! The views were breathtaking and the hotel facilities were exceptional. Fantastic quality restaurant too. Only regret was not staying longer!!!

James, United Kingdom

I love everything about Simola from entering the security gate to leaving again. The staff is friendly and attentive to guest requirements. The rooms were spotlessly clean and although the gas bottles were empty, it was replaced within a matter of minutes. The view from all the rooms are breathtakingly beautiful. The luxurious finishings makes you feel pampered and appreciated. Just love it and will be back more often for sure!

Elna, South Africa

Slept like a king between the fluffy clean linen. The staff were friendly and helpfull. The property is well maintaned and clean. The views are amazing overlooking an absolute immaculate golf course. The breakfast was very good with a good selection.

Ian, South Africa

What a beautiful hidden gem ! We were blown away by the breathtaking views from our apartment. Cannot call it a hotel room as it is the most stylish and stunning apartment with state of the art kitchen, dining area, lounge with large patio doors opening onto the spectacular view of Knysna. We had a delicious dinner at the Lungalo Restaurant, food was superb and our waitress Priscilla so friendly and knowledgeable. The breakfast bufffet has anything you can think of on offer...best buffet breakfast we've ever had ! Definitely our place to stay over in Knysna ! Thank you for great service * * * * *

Deodat, South Africa

The room we stayed in was massive with everything we needed and the most magnificent views. It far outweighed our expectations!

Jane, South Africa

We just loved the tranquility of Simola and we will be back.

Mario, South Africa

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9.3

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What guests loved the most:
“The place is like small heaven. So homely with beautiful views. The staff is so super friendly n helpful.”

Nape South Africa
“Everything about Simola is superb. Starting from the reception , room , food and the hotel staff. The kids also enjoyed our stay there. Definitely we coming back.”

Nandipa South Africa
“Excellent Breakfast. Awesome views and great value for money.”

Brian South Africa
“Everything, value for money. Will definitely recommend this place.”

Quenton South Africa
“Couldn’t believe the size of our apartment. Exceeded our expectations! The views were breathtaking and the hotel facilities were exceptional. Fantastic quality restaurant too. ”

James United Kingdom
“I love everything about Simola from entering the security gate to leaving again. The staff is friendly and attentive to guest requirements. ”

Elna South Africa
“Slept like a king between the fluffy clean linen. The staff were friendly and helpfull. The property is well maintaned and clean. The views are amazing overlooking an absolute immaculate golf course. ”

Ian South Africa
“What a beautiful hidden gem ! We were blown away by the breathtaking views from our apartment. ”

Deodat South Africa
“The room we stayed in was massive with everything we needed and the most magnificent views. It far outweighed our expectations!”

Jane South Africa
“We just loved the tranquility of Simola and we will be back.”

Mario South Africa

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

One of our top picks in Knysna.Located in the hills above Knysna, the 5-star Simola Hotel Country Club & Spa features a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course and a restaurant with lagoon views.

The rooms at the eco-friendly Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa have free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player and a stylish bathroom with amenities. Some rooms have panoramic views of the lagoon or forest and include a kitchen and a cozy lounge with a fireplace.

With a bistro-style meanu, Lungalo Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. Lunch and light meals are available at the golf club lounge.

The Simola Spa features massages, face and body treatments. Guests can relax in the heated indoor pool or work out at the gym which overlooks the Knysna Heads and offers state-of-the-art equipment and personal trainers.

The center of Knysna is within 10 minutes' drive and Plettenberg Bay is 24 mi away while George can be reached within 1 hour by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

This hotel is also rated as the best value in Knysna! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 9, 2009

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.4 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Free private parking available at the hotel

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An Inside Look at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Welcome to Simola. Welcome Home Why home? Well, because all of us at the Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa genuinely want to make you feel welcome, relaxed and completely at home while you enjoy the luxury and class of our beautifully-designed and beautifully-appointed facilities. Built high on a ridge overlooking 13 of the 18 holes of our Simola Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, the Hotel was designed to make best advantage of its amazing vistas over Knysna, the Knysna Lagoon and the Indian Ocean in the distance. With accommodation for 160 guests, a bistro-style restaurant (and glassed-in wine cellar), a spa and gym, indoor- and outdoor swimming pools, conference rooms, children’s playground, MTB hire - and, of course, our Simola Golf Clubhouse and Pro Shop - Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa is perfectly suited to independent travellers, tour groups, and business travellers alike.

Hotel surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

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Simola Golf Estate
0.5 miles
Simola Golf and Country Estate
0.6 miles
Knysna Forest
1.1 miles
Pledge Nature Reserve
2.1 miles
Featherbed Boat Cruises
2.8 miles
Knysna Waterfront
2.9 miles
Knysna National Lake Area
3.3 miles
Knysna Golf Club
4.9 miles
Goukamma Nature Reserve
5.5 miles
Knysna the Heads
5.7 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Muse Fusion Food Restaurant
2.8 miles
Spar Supermarket
3.7 miles
Cafe Mario Cafe/Bar
4.3 miles
Rib & Rump Restaurant
4.7 miles
SCARAB Art & Craft Village Market
20.5 miles

Natural Beauty *

Knysna River River
0.6 miles
Knysna Laggon Lake
2.7 miles
Indian Ocean Ocean/Sea
5.7 miles

Closest Airports *

Plettenberg Bay Airport
18.3 miles
George Airport
37.1 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Loved the location and the facilities.”

Teresa

South Africa

“Simola is a fantastic place. The golf course is the best that we have ever played at. The food is delicious and the location great for exploring the surrounding...”

Pat

South Africa

“Breakfast was good, it could of been much better though for a 5 star hotel. The selection is the same everyday, which can get boring after a few days. Also ther...”

Grace

South Africa

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Lungalo

Food: African

Menu: À la carte
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From 4:00 PM

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Until 11:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children are welcome

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

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There's no age requirement for check-in

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Pets are not allowed.

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please note that children under the age of 16 are not allowed in the sauna, indoor pool and fitness center.
Please ensure that you declare the total number of Adults and Children traveling in your party when making your booking.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Swimming pool is closed from Wed, May 01, 2019 until Mon, Sept 30, 2019

“Couldn’t believe the size of our apartment. Exceeded our expectations! The views were breathtaking and the hotel facilities were exceptional. Fantastic quality restaurant too. Only regret was not staying longer!!! ”

James

United Kingdom

“I love everything about Simola from entering the security gate to leaving again. The staff is friendly and attentive to guest requirements. The rooms were spotlessly clean and although the gas bottles were empty, it was replaced within a matter of minutes. The view from all the rooms are breathtakingly beautiful. The luxurious finishings makes you feel pampered and appreciated. Just love it and will be back more often for sure!”

Elna

“Slept like a king between the fluffy clean linen. The staff were friendly and helpfull. The property is well maintaned and clean. The views are amazing overlooking an absolute immaculate golf course. The breakfast was very good with a good selection.”

Ian

“What a beautiful hidden gem ! We were blown away by the breathtaking views from our apartment. Cannot call it a hotel room as it is the most stylish and stunning apartment with state of the art kitchen, dining area, lounge with large patio doors opening onto the spectacular view of Knysna. We had a delicious dinner at the Lungalo Restaurant, food was superb and our waitress Priscilla so friendly and knowledgeable. The breakfast bufffet has anything you can think of on offer...best buffet breakfast we've ever had ! Definitely our place to stay over in Knysna ! Thank you for great service * * * * *”

Deodat

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Reviewed: June 25, 2019

Stanley
South Africa
10

“Beautiful”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast needs some improvements.
Spacious bedroom, very friendly staff.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 25, 2019

Dawn
South Africa
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Executive Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
Our suite was spacious, luxurious and well equipped.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 22, 2019

Matthew
South Africa
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The views were incredible, the breakfast was amazing and the rooms were very clean and comfortable.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 22, 2019

Randir
South Africa
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Luxury and comfort .... stunning views and fast free WiFi

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 21, 2019

Rachel
Australia
10

“Amazing night away ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Well equipped, light, bright apartment. amazing large rooms and bathroom. Stunning views from all the rooms. Cost fireplace inside and large bbq area on balcony outside. Highly recommended.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 20, 2019

Nape
South Africa

1 helpful vote
10

“More than beautiful.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The place is like small heaven. So homely with beautiful views. The staff is so super friendly n helpful.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 20, 2019

Teresa
South Africa
Age group: 45 – 54

1 helpful vote
10

“Beautiful , tranquil and very safe accomodation.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Executive Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
The curtain in my room did not close to the end and the sharp light in the morning was not pleasant.
Loved the location and the facilities.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 18, 2019

Anonymous
South Africa
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Executive Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The door leading to the outside of the room unfolded and opened by itself.
The location and view, as well as, the amenities.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 18, 2019

Wilfred
South Africa
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
The sheets were not fresh and the fireplace gas ran out on the first night

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 18, 2019

Anonymous
South Africa
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Executive Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The rooms are nice and specious.The service is very good.Friendly staff members, very good and healthy diet breakfast.Free WiFi for my boys ,they enjoyed themselves.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 18, 2019

Xavier
South Africa
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Luxury One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Cleanliness and friendliness of staff
Location was perfect. Beautiful views and scenery

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 17, 2019

Dee
South Africa
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Dinner was average - I ordered medium to well done lamb chops when they arrived they were all rare I cut into all three to check if there wasn't at least one that I could eat so I let the waitress know that the meat was very underdone she took the plate and returned from the kitchen to say they would make me another plate, only for her to return a few minutes later with the exact same plate. I have never been given the same food after I have returned it to the kitchen, it was surprising because she had said that they were making me another plate. I was very disappointed that a 5 star establishment would do such.
The location, the room and bathroom , the whole place is just so beautiful. The staff is also very welcoming, overall a wonderful experience.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 17, 2019

Lisa
South Africa

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Executive Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A bit of traffic for breakfast due to shortage of staff which got most customers irritated with the slow service.
Friendly staff. Got a ground floor lodge this time which has a limited view of the scenic mountains. always a joy for a quick short left, rooms are comfortable.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 17, 2019

Nzuzo
South Africa

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Executive Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
the hotel staff were excellent, specially the housekeeping crew

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 17, 2019

Mthobi
South Africa
10

“it was a pleasant one”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Executive Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
Nothing
The walm welcoming receptionist. The welcoming atmosphere of the venue and its cleanliness. The pleasant smell of nature all around. Positive attitude of all staff members. Being served by my former students

Stayed in June 2019

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	Executive Suite Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Overlooking either Knysna Forest or Knysna Lagoon, this spacious, 2-bedroom apartment features a balcony with barbecue facilities. The large open-plan lounge includes a fireplace, flat-screen satellite TV and a dining table. This is next to the modern kitchen area. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Kitchenette • Balcony • Bathrobe • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Patio • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Fireplace • Interconnecting room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Sofa • Tile/Marble floor • Wake-up service • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Barbecue • Bidet • Additional bathroom Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Luxury One-Bedroom Suite 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Overlooking Knysna Lagoon and the Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, this spacious and modern suite includes an open-plan lounge and kitchen with dining area, chandelier and fireplace. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Kitchenette • Balcony • Bathrobe • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Patio • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Kitchen • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Fireplace • Interconnecting room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • Tile/Marble floor • Wake-up service • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Barbecue • Bidet Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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