13 George Rex Drive, 6570 Knysna, South Africa
#10 of 24 hotels in Knysna
Guests' ChoiceBased on 629 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 21, 2024
Svenique
United KingdomNo idea as I paid for my mom and aunt to stay
The location is exceptional. The sound of the waves and the birds before and after sleep is breathtaking. The location and vies are so tranquil. It’s a little haven of heaven. Thank-you!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Katherine
AustraliaNo heating. No sea view.
Great location. Out of the hustle of central Knysna but close to Knysna Heads.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 12, 2024
Peter
United KingdomWe have stayed here many times and it's alway very nice.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 9, 2024
Kate
United KingdomCould do better with recycling and using bigger bathroom products rather than small plastic bottles
Lovely peaceful location , very well equipped kitchen and very cosy lodge
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 3, 2024
Swart
Abkhazia, GeorgiaThe beds were too hard and stiff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Rozheyp
South AfricaClearer communication with all guests regarding proper handling of the kayaks and SUPs is necessary - many guests/children were not clipping the vessels onto the rope after use. We helped where we could.
Brilliant location on the lagoon, beautiful serviced chalets - really a luxurious self catering experience. We booked a water facing chalet, it was so relaxing to be right on the water. We enjoyed our easter break! It was busier than our last visit, but understandably so.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Evgenia
Portugalcomfortable bed, kayaks and sup boards available for guests, great restaurants in walking distance
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Selin
TurkeyParking space
The view, the chalet was all good
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 29, 2024
Delia
South Africadid not realise middle cabin had no view of water. pictures and fine print should coincide better.
I liked the location and was amazed at all the Le creuset everything in the kitchen and concluded owner must be their distributor in RSA. Unfortunately did not realise the middle cabins meant no view of water.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Reinhold
GermanyGood location close to the beach. Restaurants in walking distance. Quiet location. Good kitchen Appliances.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Shirwin
South AfricaLocation and the use of Kayaks/ Stand up boards.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Gadirobe
South AfricaNothing
Staff were friendly, very hospitwell conversant, and communicated clearly The place was well maintained and kept clean.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 21, 2024
Glenn
South AfricaNothing
Friendly staff and close to lake
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
Mary-ann
South AfricaWifi is poor
The staff attend to your every need. The location is gorgeous, the property is breathtaking. I loved the addition of kayaks and paddle boards at no additional cost. This will be my go-to location in Knysna.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 14, 2024
Marvin
NetherlandsGreat value for money, nice lodge on the hill with a lake view, they offer free kayaks, the accommodation offers anything you need to cook or have a bbq, down the road is a lovely restaurant, but overall it just gives you this peaceful feeling when you’re in a wooden lodge with a stunning view
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 13, 2024
Katie
United Kingdomthe only negative is the parking if you have a large car is a bit tight but ok
Well for a log cabin it was very clean indeed and fully equipped, amazing little place, italian and cafe down the road was very convenient, lovely little place
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 5, 2024
Jordyn
United KingdomN/A
Beautiful cabin and all facilities were provided. The check in was friendly and professional. The location was impressive and very calming.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 4, 2024
Angelique
South AfricaNot having a shop in walking distance for groceries or just a quick fix of necessities. We had to drive into town for the nearest shop just to get the bare minimum would have loved to spare the drive and be able to walk instead.
It was an intimate resort, not too many guests yet everyone was friendly. It was very tranquil as well and although we had a fun time in the sun, we felt relaxed as if we had break away from life.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Ruud
BelgiumNothing
Perfect location on the Knysna lagoon, kayaks and paddle boards included. We had a front row, which had superb views from the terrace. Very nice and spacious . Warm welcome, very helpful staff.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Philippa
United KingdomReally can’t think of anything! Though it would be nice if all the drilling nearby ceased and no more development was allowed in this Garden of Eden……
The location is one of the best on planet Earth: a secluded nest from which to watch Nature in all its magnificence: the lagoon, the flora and the distant Outiniqua mountains; the many swooping and calling birds, replaced by bats after dark….. it’s all so beautiful and is the epitome of inside-outside living with lovely terraces flanked by great trees and breath-taking views from all aspects. Unlike many neighbouring properties Under Milkwood doesn’t try to dominate its position; it sits comfortably and quietly into its surroundings and is mostly invisible from the water… Someone in the past set this property up using imagination and sympathy for the environment. The current staff are the best: helpful, efficient and so kind!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 1, 2024
Annelie
South AfricaThe parking was a bit tricky
Best location ever.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 29, 2024
Karin
United Arab EmiratesBeautiful! Excellent location, clean, wonderful staff
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 29, 2024
Estelle
South AfricaNothing
Excellent location, well appointed chalet.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 27, 2024
Valerie
United KingdomNothing.
Excellent location, fantastic views. Quality of kitchen equipment was superb.
Stayed in February 2024
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