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A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.
A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.
A waterfront hotel with a brick facade, outdoor seating, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a glass partition, a reception desk, and a visible clock.
A dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by industrial pipes and machinery.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Quays
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a patterned headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair in a modern room with wooden flooring and a large mirror.

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Canal view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite

Suite

  • Canal view
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Knysna

Thesen Island stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Thesen Island hotel, you'll find Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Quays. Also, Cape Floral Region Protected Areas is within half a mile (1 km) and Knysna Waterfront is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Knysna Quays - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Pezula Championship Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Featherbed Boat Cruises - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪34 South - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Greef's Butchery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 3 restaurants
Turbine Hotel and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a marina, and an outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. A steam room, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Turbine Hotel and Spa. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee.

This 5-star Knysna hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Turbine Hotel and Spa offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and espresso makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Amani Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Steam room

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 (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1000 per night.

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 650 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 650 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 1000 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Turbine Hotel
Turbine Hotel Knysna
Turbine Knysna
Turbine Hotel Spa
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel
Turbine Hotel and Spa Knysna
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

How close is Turbine Hotel and Spa to the airport?

Turbine Hotel and Spa is 21.4 mi (38-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Turbine Hotel and Spa on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $194, 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 Turbine Hotel and Spa have an airport shuttle?

Turbine Hotel and Spa offers an airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of ZAR 650. per person, one-way.

How close is Turbine Hotel and Spa to the beach?

This hotel is 4.8 mi (18-min drive) from Bollard Bay and 10.2 mi (33-min drive) from Brenton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa offer free breakfast?

Turbine Hotel and Spa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Turbine Hotel and Spa features an outdoor pool.

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like Italian cuisine and al fresco dining.

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Amani Spa, where you can enjoy body treatments, deep-tissue massages, and detox wraps.

How close is Turbine Hotel and Spa to downtown Knysna?

Turbine Hotel and Spa is 0.9 mi away from Knysna.

Turbine Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 184 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Special place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely spot, friendly staff and superb breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and very good location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Arjun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay ! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique hotel built around the turbine history. Lovely location , excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

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

Fabulous!!

We had a fabulous stay at the Turbine. Sadly it was only for one night but will definitely stay there again! Beautiful decor, beautiful views of the waterways, lovely and friendly staff. Food in the pub and at breakfast was delicious too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Abdulaziz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property has an interesting unique design
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular and interesting property in a great marina area surrounded by restaurants and boutiques. We had a suite with a spectacular view of the lagoon. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Knysna

Really gorgeous hotel - built around an old turbine .. loads of character. Perfect position on thesen island ! Fantastic coffee shop there called isle de pain and The Nest for dinner ! Amazing views and food.. loved this place !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

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

Wonderful.

This was our second stay at Turbine, one of our main reasons for the 5 / 6 hour drive from Cape Town. Just to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Romy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel and friendly staff. They could provide more bigger bottles of water as they were giving very small ones.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

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

Fantastic

Fantastic quirky place which we couldn’t recommend highly enough. Plenty to see and do on Thesen Island. Unfortunately the A/C wasn’t working but supplied with a fan and some wine to make up for that.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Luxury reflections of the past!

This is a wonderful place to stay when in Knysna! Fantastic views, and a very "different" feel to the public spaces in the hotel, with remnants of the old power station equipment abound in the hotel, but is uniquely balanced by some wonderful works of art! Staff were very friendly and helpful, though sometimes breakfast service was a little slow - but always worth waiting for! Also used the hotel spa, which was a fantastic experience, with very friendly and capable staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sumaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were all good, but a special mention to the breakfast staff. They went above and beyond. Also the massage therapist Thembi and Stephanie.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival we asked to change rooms as our room had no balcony. The staff and Manager could not have been more helpful or accommodating. Superb service great location, fabulous staff
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

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

Quality contemporary hotel with a warm welcome

Lovely contemporary hotel offering very spacious and comfortable rooms in a quiet setting. It has a very boutique feeling, with a warm and friendly welcome from all the staff. The breakfast was excellent, although the service a little on the slow side. The location on the island is excellent for relaxing, together with a bit of mooching around the shops and cafes around and just a short walk into the Quays area. There are several restaurants within a few steps of the hotel. A great place to stay. I stayed twice on this trip and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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4/10 Poor

Meline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Terrible customer relations

Booked a single night for our wedding anniversary - upon our return after dinner there was not hot water available in our room. We reported it to reception- followed their instructions. An hour later there was still no hot water - reception sent 2 x ladies up to our room to check the water as if we are lying. Reception offered that we could use another room’s bathroom - but weren’t able to move is to an entire new room. We then decided to check out and find alternative accommodation as this is unacceptable. As I was halfway out the door already there miraculously became a room available - unfortunately by that time the whole evening was spoilt and we left. Issues arise - it is the manner that they are dealt with that makes the difference.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kerstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tolles Hotel - was sich der Architekt aber dabei gedacht hat, mit offenen Holzfensterläden Bad und Zimmer zu verbinden, weiß ich nicht. Da geht die Privatsphäre im Bad etwas verloren…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Euzeny

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

Experiência maravilhosa e recomendo

Acomodação muito simpática num lugar muito bonito . Diferente posto q era uma subestação de água o q a faz charmosa . Quarto muito bom e café da manhã bom . Serviço de funcionários muito simpáticos .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabelhaftes 5* Hotel auf Thesen Island. Waren drei Nächte dort und haben es nicht bereut. Es gibt viel zu sehen und zu verköstigen in Knysna. Die besten Restaurants sind fußläufig auf der künstlichen Insel zu finden, sowie direkt hinter der Brücke, die aufs Festland führt. Empfehlen das Hotel definitiv weiter, besonders gut war Frühstück, das beste auf der Garden Route. Wir empfehlen nicht die Suite zu buchen, da diese in einem separaten Gebäude mit Restaurants gelegen sind und nicht im Haupthaus. Hier stören dann Lärm und die Abzugshaube. Besser das Haupthaus buchen, gerne auch mit Poolblick.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heerlijk verblijf ehad. Hotel ligt op een toplocatie en is heel bijzonder.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rainer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein insgesamt sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt. Sehr gutes Frühstück. Kommen bestimmt wieder!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christel

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

A smile goes a long way.

We checked in earlier. The reception staff were so accommodating and friendly. They kept our baggage for us the morning prior to check-in. The friendliness and professionalism of the staff are world-class. What a pleasure to see happy faces all the time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Gurveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique character, very pretty All rooms face the pool and the dining hall is at the pool... not much privacy for swimming
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Special experience

This is a wonderful boutique hotel, that has done an amazing job preserving so much of the original power station equipment throughout the hotel. The history of the power station & Thesen Island make for a memorable stay. The staff are all incredibly friendly & helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021