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2 Thesen Hill, 6570 Knysna, South Africa

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Reviewed: August 29, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe had a very enjoyable stay. The breakfast was also delicious.
Reviewed: August 21, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewLocation, beautiful building with fantastic decor and super friendly staff.
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Reviewed: August 6, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewThis was our second stay at this amazing boutique hotel, and it was just as great as the first. The staff are super welcoming, and the service from check-in to check-out was spot on. The hotel is in a gorgeous old building that used to be the original home of the famous Thesen family. It’s perched above Knysna with jaw dropping views of the lagoon and Knysna Heads, but only a minute’s drive from all the great restaurants and shops on Thesen Island. We enjoyed their on-site restaurant, which is fantastic, and they’ve recently added a brand new 25-meter pool and a gym in their spacious gardens.
Reviewed: July 10, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewThe Manor House is stunning and a lovely place to stay. Sue and Danelle were very warm and welcoming, the rooms are very spacious and classy and the view over Knysna is wonderful. Breakfast was delicious and the dinner was exceptional. A we'll managed venue and although it was very brief, we were always made to feel very welcome and we really enjoyed our short stay.
Reviewed: July 7, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewTicked all the boxes. Danielle was the perfect host. Great breakfast. Beautiful property. Lovely view from the property.
Reviewed: April 27, 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewA beautiful house high about the city, a nice place to relax. The terrace has a wonderful view over Knysna. A rich breakfast is serviced in the garden. The staff is great and very welcoming! Definitely recommend!
It may be an inconvenience that the place is a bit far away from the touristic center. To get there you need to a taxi… but this location has its charm as well
Reviewed: April 19, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewFalcons View is an old manor house filled with both charm and comfort. It is a delightful and comfortable place to stay. The views across the lagoon from the verandah are spectacular, and the garden at the back is lush and tranquil. I think the breakfasts and dinners are some of the best food in the area (have the ostrich if it's on the dinner menu - it's amazing !). This is my second visit to Falcons View, and it did not disappoint. Highly recommend.
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Reviewed: April 17, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
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Verified reviewBreakfast was great. The staff went above and beyond to meet our needs.
Reviewed: April 14, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewLovely food. Beautiful surroundings, elegant rooms, very friendly and accommodating staff.
Reviewed: April 6, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
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Verified reviewThis is fourth time we are staying here and will definitely come back. Everything was perfect and there is not anything I can think of that would need to be improved.
Reviewed: April 5, 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe swimming pool
Reviewed: April 3, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewExcellent hotel , with the best breakfast and evening meal. The gardens were beautiful also , the pool area. Would recommend highly!