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4.5 out of 5

"Lovely location, fantastic view from lagoon view room & great breakfast choices. " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 10 Mar 2019

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Suite (Fynbos)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
£104* Per night/room 21 Apr - 22 Apr

Family Suite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Suite (Bird's eye)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge, you're just a quick walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.

  • Free full breakfast offered
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • Steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 14 minutes on foot from Friday Market
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle service
  • Cats and dogs welcome free of charge

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

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4 out of 5
Lovely location, fantastic view from lagoon view room & great breakfast choices.

Posted by on 10 Mar 2019

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5 out of 5

Panoramic lagoon views

Pros: Everything. Location, people, room, breakfast.
Location: It's a great location on the hillside but you need a car to get into Knysna town to eat in the evening. So peaceful sitting outside in the evening.
The views from each private lodge make this a very memorable place. Add to that the spacious comfortable rooms, the very friendly and helpful staff and a great breakfast and we would definitely recommend it and stay again. We had a slight problem with the air conditioning which the manager (Fish) got straight onto. As they couldn't get hold of the repair guy they offered us a complimentary bottle of wine which was much appreciated and a change of room. The problem actually sorted itself out!

Posted by on 14 Jan 2017

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About the Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Location Cherry Lane, Knysna, Western Cape 6570

Property Features

You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour or ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available. This 4-star Knysna guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Free cots/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free train station pick-up; airport shuttle and area shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge offers 9 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Knysna guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

  • Private balcony or patio
  • Separate bedroom
  • Sitting area
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium channels
  • Fridge
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Cots (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Climate control
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique decor
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Travel cot

Food & Drink

Guests are served a free full breakfast.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the guest house include an outdoor pool.

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

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. If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 8:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:30 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Policies

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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash

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 accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Debit cards

Fees

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 2100 per vehicle (return)

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

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You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 October and close on 30 April.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National Rating

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

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