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The Mount Knysna

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An infinity pool with a view of the ocean and a mountainous landscape.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and cliffs.
A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a coastal view.
A modern multi-story residential building with a garage, a balcony, and a landscaped driveway.
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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5 Glen View Road, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastern Head View Point
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Garden Route National Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a coastal view.

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 88 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a mirror.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a small refrigerator, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a television, a small refrigerator, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Knysna

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Knysna hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Eastern Head View Point. Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Eastern Head View Point - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Garden Route National Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Knysna Quays - 9 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bosuns Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Leisure Isle Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cornuti - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Mount Knysna

Luxurious 5-star hotel with outdoor pool
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business center on site. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Mount Knysna. An area shuttle within 75 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Knysna hotel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Mount Knysna offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and first-run movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and bidets.

This Knysna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 75 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • First-run movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 9 private bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • In-room dining only
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

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 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: ZAR 100 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1400 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet fee: ZAR 100 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Mount Knysna Hotel
Mount Knysna
The Mount Knysna Hotel
The Mount Knysna Knysna
The Mount Knysna Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Mount Knysna to the airport?

The Mount Knysna is 22.5 mi (42-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mount Knysna?

As of Aug 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mount Knysna on Aug 7, 2026 start from CA $319, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Mount Knysna have an airport shuttle?

The Mount Knysna offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 1400 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is The Mount Knysna to the beach?

This hotel is 2.4 mi (10-min drive) from Bollard Bay and 14.1 mi (44-min drive) from Brenton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Mount Knysna offer free breakfast?

The Mount Knysna offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Mount Knysna?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Mount Knysna?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Mount Knysna?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Mount Knysna have a pool?

The Mount Knysna features an outdoor pool.

Does The Mount Knysna have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Mount Knysna have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is The Mount Knysna to downtown Knysna?

The Mount Knysna is 3.2 mi away from Knysna.

The Mount Knysna Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Designer hotel lacking services

A beautiful hotel with fabulous views of the Indian Ocean and coast. Small and intimate with lovely rooms and large bathrooms containing molton brown products. Catering side is patchy though and there are no services in the evening when the staff go home. Lacking in atmosphere and slightly claustrophobic . Prices are high for what is essentially a serviced villa in a remote residential area. No room service in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The last 3 days of our South Africa trip were spent at Mount Knysna Hotel. A stunning location backed up by 5* accommodation with staff and service to match. If you’re ever in this wonderful part of The Cape I truly recommend a stay at this property. You’ll be impressed
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Breath taking views, wonderful room and balcony

Highly attentive staff, personalised service without being intrusive. Excellent meal, went out of their way to cater for dietary needs. Very specific advice on things to do and see which made our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023