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Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

4.0 star property
Boutique guesthouse in Knysna with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | View from room
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Suite (Bird's eye) | View from room
Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Near the bay, Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with free full breakfast and an inviting garden. Unwind at the outdoor pool, lounge on the sun-kissed terrace or relax by the cozy lobby fireplace.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Car hire on-site
  • Reception fireplace

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Fridge
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Separate bedroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is ฿5,992
฿6,891 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Fynbos) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Fynbos)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Bird's eye) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Bird's eye)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Cherry Lane, Welbedacht, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Knysna Quays - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Simola Golf Course - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 18 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 37 min drive
  • Free train station pickup
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trinity Premium Coffee Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪34 South - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Knysna with a stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Main Lodge, which serves breakfast and dinner. This boutique guest house also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets stay for free (dogs and cats only)
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free covered on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
    • Free train station pickup
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Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 8 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 3 steps to reach property
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Main Lodge – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 2100 per vehicle (return)
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free.

Is parking offered on site at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 2100 per vehicle return.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guest house's other amenities, which include a garden.

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge like?

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 14 minutes' walk from Friday Market.

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