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 Turbine Hotel & Spa

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TH36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Thesen Island , 6571 Knysna, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 931 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.1
Wonderful
933 reviews

The hotel is súper original and the location just beautiful. Delicious butternut soup at the restaurant.

Alejandra Spain

The unit is fitted with good furniture. The king exstra latge bed with linen was upmarket and comfortable. Plenty DSTV channels.

Frans South Africa

The hotel is beautiful, the ambience, the service, the staff

Nomsa South Africa

great location. big room. very unique hotel, definitely the best place to stay on thesen island.

Alexander United States of America

Everything about the venue, location, service, amenities and the ease of access to entertainment around the hotel. Managed to sit back and relax. Did not want to leave.

Jeff South Africa

The location, the food, staff friendliness and the uniqueness of the hotel design. Just special👌👌

Mokoena South Africa

Breakfast was good. But we had to wait for 20 for our order to be taken. I asked for second cup of coffee and it never came. Left without it. Made my own coffee in the room.

Elina United States of America

The common areas of the hotel are great and the hotel condition is pristine. Restaurant is exceptional and the staff at the restaurant were warm and welcoming. Rooms are great.

Jennifer South Africa

Turbine is one of the places I call my second home. When I want to unwind and be pampered in a good vibe environment, inside and outside, that is the destination for me. My friends were very pleased to have agreed to join in on my niannual trip.

Linda South Africa

Great location, but very friendly and attentive staff

John South Africa
9.1
Wonderful
933 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The hotel is súper original and the location just beautiful. Delicious butternut soup at the restaurant.”
    Alejandra Alejandra Spain Spain
  • “The unit is fitted with good furniture. The king exstra latge bed with linen was upmarket and comfortable. Plenty DSTV channels.”
    Frans Frans South Africa South Africa
  • “The hotel is beautiful, the ambience, the service, the staff”
    Nomsa Nomsa South Africa South Africa
  • “great location. big room. very unique hotel, definitely the best place to stay on thesen island.”
    Alexander Alexander United States of America United States of America
  • “Everything about the venue, location, service, amenities and the ease of access to entertainment around the hotel. Managed to sit back and relax. Did not want to leave.”
    Jeff Jeff South Africa South Africa
  • “The location, the food, staff friendliness and the uniqueness of the hotel design. Just special👌👌”
    Mokoena Mokoena South Africa South Africa
  • “Breakfast was good. But we had to wait for 20 for our order to be taken. I asked for second cup of coffee and it never came. Left without it. Made my own coffee in the room.”
    Elina Elina United States of America United States of America
  • “The common areas of the hotel are great and the hotel condition is pristine. Restaurant is exceptional and the staff at the restaurant were warm and welcoming. Rooms are great.”
    Jennifer Jennifer South Africa South Africa
  • “Turbine is one of the places I call my second home. When I want to unwind and be pampered in a good vibe environment, inside and outside, that is the destination for me.”
    Linda Linda South Africa South Africa
  • “Great location, but very friendly and attentive staff”
    John John South Africa South Africa

Categories:

  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities9.2
  • Cleanliness9.4
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.7
  • Free WiFi8.9

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This former power station is located in Knysna and offers sunny suites with an iPod docking station and views of the Knysna Lagoon. The spacious sun deck comes with an outdoor pool.

The rooms at Turbine Hotel & Spa are elegantly decorated with light fabrics and parquet floors. The suites have a satellite LCD TV and extra long beds.

A full English breakfast is available each morning at the Turbine Hotel. For light meals and drinks, there is a tapas bar and a fully stocked wine cellar.

Guests of this hotel can undergo a hot-stone massage or enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool, which faces the lagoon. The sun deck offers a calm spot to read a book or magazine.

The 24-hour reception staff can arrange babysitting and shuttles to George Airport, 40 mi away. Lagoon and sea cruises can be arranged as well.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Turbine Hotel & Spa has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 2, 2011

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Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Spa
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

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4 reasons to choose Turbine Hotel & Spa

  • Prices you can't beat!
  • Booking is safe
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  • The staff speaks English
Closest beach

  • Bollard Bay Beach

    8.9 Excellent beach
    1.1 miles from property

Guest reviews

9.1
Wonderful · 933 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities9.2
  • Cleanliness9.4
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.7
  • Free WiFi8.9

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alejandra
    SpainSpain
    “The hotel is súper original and the location just beautiful. Delicious butternut soup at the restaurant.”
  • Frans
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The unit is fitted with good furniture. The king exstra latge bed with linen was upmarket and comfortable. Plenty DSTV channels.”
  • Nomsa
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The hotel is beautiful, the ambience, the service, the staff”
  • Alexander
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “great location. big room. very unique hotel, definitely the best place to stay on thesen island.”
  • Jeff
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Everything about the venue, location, service, amenities and the ease of access to entertainment around the hotel. Managed to sit back and relax. Did not want to leave.”
  • Mokoena
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The location, the food, staff friendliness and the uniqueness of the hotel design. Just special👌👌”
  • Elina
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Breakfast was good. But we had to wait for 20 for our order to be taken. I asked for second cup of coffee and it never came. Left without it. Made my own coffee in the room.”
  • Jennifer
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The common areas of the hotel are great and the hotel condition is pristine. Restaurant is exceptional and the staff at the restaurant were warm and welcoming. Rooms are great.”
  • Linda
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Turbine is one of the places I call my second home. When I want to unwind and be pampered in a good vibe environment, inside and outside, that is the destination for me. My friends were very pleased to have agreed to join in on my niannual trip.”
  • John
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Great location, but very friendly and attentive staff”
Property questions and answers
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  • Is there a scale to wax yourself available in the hotel?
    Unfortunately not
    Answered on February 11, 2021
  • Is there safe easy parking
    Yes we have safe and easy parking
    Answered on January 13, 2020
  • Hi I would like to make the Bookings for the 4th - 6th December 2020. So how do I book? For 4 Adults and 2 kids
    All depends on how old are the kids
    Answered on October 14, 2020
  • good day on what does the double room look out?
    Some look out on the lagoon and some have a view of the trees and parking
    Answered on October 11, 2020
  • Hi We will be traveling with our 18 month old son. Do you have baby cots available?
    We do have cots yes.
    Answered on November 16, 2020

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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Knysna Waterfront
    0.5 miles
  • Featherbed Boat Cruises
    0.8 miles
  • Knysna National Lake Area
    1.2 miles
  • Pledge Nature Reserve
    1.4 miles
  • Knysna Golf Club
    1.8 miles
  • Knysna the Heads
    2.2 miles
  • View Point Eastern Knysna Head
    2.2 miles
  • Pezula Golf Estate
    2.8 miles
  • Simola Golf and Country Estate
    2.9 miles
  • Pezula Golf Club
    3.1 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Sirroco
    0 miles
Top attractions
  • Simola Golf Estate
    3.2 miles
  • Knysna Forest
    3.2 miles
  • Noetsiestrand
    4.9 miles
  • Goukamma Nature Reserve
    6.3 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Bollard Bay Beach
    1.1 miles
  • Coney Glen Beach
    2.3 miles
  • Brenton Beach
    2.4 miles
  • Sparrebosch Beach
    3.6 miles
  • Buffalo Bay Beach
    4.6 miles
Closest Airports
  • Plettenberg Bay Airport
    16.2 miles
  • George Airport
    38.4 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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2 Restaurants On Site

    Col Cacchio

    Food: Italian

    Island Cafe

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Turbine Hotel & Spa

Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Spa
Bar
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Water sports facilities on site Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing Additional charge
  • Playground
  • Fishing Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
  • Airport pickup Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free! All pools are free of charge
  • Seasonal
Spa
  • Full-body massage Additional charge
  • Head massage Additional charge
  • Foot massage Additional charge
  • Neck massage Additional charge
  • Back massage Additional charge
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Dutch
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu
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Check-in

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Check-out

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club Turbine Hotel & Spa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

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

FAQs about Turbine Hotel & Spa

  • Check-in at Turbine Hotel & Spa is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Turbine Hotel & Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Playground
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Manicure
    • Head massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Neck massage
    • Beauty services
    • Foot massage
    • Body scrub
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Pedicure
    • Full-body massage
    • Steam room
    • Back massage
    • Facial treatments
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Waxing services
    • Body wrap

  • The prices at Turbine Hotel & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Turbine Hotel & Spa has 2 restaurants:

    • Col Cacchio
    • Island Cafe

  • Guests staying at Turbine Hotel & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Turbine Hotel & Spa by:

    • Airport shuttle (public) 1h
    • Car 1h

  • Room options at Turbine Hotel & Spa include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Suite

  • Turbine Hotel & Spa is 0.9 miles from the center of Knysna.