Location: South Africa » Western Cape » Garden Route » N2 Route » KnysnaKnysna River ClubKnysna River Club Hotel / Lodge accommodation in Knysna Western CapeDescriptionSituated on the water's edge of the Knysna Lagoon, the multi-award-winning Knysna River Club is a private enclave of charming, luxury self-catering log chalets in the heart of South Africa's Garden Route coast.
Surrounded by shady trees and well-tended gardens, the resort offers security, privacy and comfort for guests looking to unwind, and is the ideal venue from which to explore the quaint lagoon-side town of Knysna.
Conveniently located in close proximity to the sights and attractions of the area, the resort is just 1,5 kms from the Knysna Waterfront with its many restaurants, cafés and specialist shops, and Woodmill Lane Shopping Centre with its colourful boutiques, eateries and arts and crafts galleries.
Walk or cycle to Thesen Islands on the bricked promenade alongside the lagoon, or take an easy 5 km jog to the famous Knysna Heads. Set aside a day to explore the vast lagoon with its many secluded beaches or throw a line from the jetty in front of the resort.
Wake to the sound of birdsong and take your morning coffee onto the deck. Go for an early swim in the lagoon or the resort's inviting pool before starting your day with a delicious breakfast at Boogies, our on-site restaurant.
Whether you want an active holiday or the chance to relax in the tranquil surrounds, we offer you a convenient location close to all amenities, the warm hospitality of our friendly staff, the comfort of our well-appointed chalets and the opportunity to experience an unforgettable holiday. Accommodation Whether you choose a Garden Chalet or Lagoon facing chalet, you will find all our chalets airy, spacious and comfortably appointed. Characterised by warm wooden interiors, high ceilings and large windows to maximise the views, each has an open plan living area with a kitchen, dining counter with bar stools, and lounge. Kitchens are fully equipped for a self-catering holiday and the lounge has a sleeper couch, two armchairs and a television with DStv (six channels).
The living area leads out onto a shady deck with tables and chairs for alfresco dining, and a charcoal Weber® kettle grill for barbeques.
Choose from a one-bedroom chalet, two-bedroom chalet, or one and two-bedroom interleading chalet, each of which can accommodate two extra guests on a double sleeper couch in the lounge. Guests may request king-sized or single beds in the bedrooms.
Chalets are serviced daily so that guests can enjoy their holidays to the full. All linen is provided, except for swimming towels.
HONEYMOON SUITES - (Subject to availability)
Imagine a vacation at one of south africa’s top coastal resorts, situated in the heart of the garden route, offering spectacular views of the tranquil knysna lagoon.
Choose between garden view chalets which are set amongst forest ferns or our lagoon view chalets.
The Knysna River Club offers the following packages for our honeymoon couples. to come and relax and to experience the peacefulness and tranquility of what knysna has to offer. Option 1: - 2 Nights accommodation in one of our log chalets including breakfast.
- Champagne, strawberries & cream (seasonal) or chocolates in your chalet on arrival.
- 45 Minute back, neck & shoulder massage for him & her. Sauna & hydrotherapy jet bath with a glass of champagne each at Le Spa Tranquil on Thesens Island.
- Use of our jacuzzi, sauna & canoes during your stay.
Options 2: - 2 Nights accommodation in one of our log chalets including breakfast.
- A dinner at Boogies Restaurant to the value of R 150.00 per person
with a complimentary bottle of house wine on the night of your choice - Champagne, strawberries & cream (seasonal) or chocolates in your chalet on arrival.
- 45 Minute back, neck & shoulder massage for him & her.
Sauna & hydrotherapy jet bath with a glass of champagne at Le Spa Tranquil on Thesens Island. - Use of our jacuzzi, sauna & canoes during your stay.
Option 3: - 3 Nights accommodation in one of our log chalets including breakfast.
- A dinner at Boogies Restaurant to the value of R 150.00 per person with a complimentary bottle of house wine on the night of your choice.
- Champagne, strawberries & cream (seasonal) or chocolates in your chalet on arrival.
- 45 Minute back, neck & shoulder massage for him & her. Mini facial for her and foot treatment for him. Sauna & hydrotherapy jet bath with a glass of champagne each at Le Spa Tranquil on Thesens Island.
- 3hour sunset cruise on one of Knysna’s popular yachts which includes sushi, seafood platter, breads, pates & two glasses of champagne per person.
- Use of our jacuzzi, sauna & canoes during your stay.
  
Attractions
Restaurants | Knysna boasts many eateries offering a variety of dining experiences to suit different tastes and budgets, from coffee shops and bakeries to fine-dining restaurants. Choose from fusion and contemporary food, seafood, sushi, Indian, Portuguese and Italian food. You'll be spoilt for choice, with cosy restaurants tucked away in squares and shopping centres, coffee shops in the bustling high street or tourist hives on the waterfront where you can watch the yachts sail in and out of the harbour.
In high season booking is essential and our front office staff will be happy to assist you to make your reservations. | | Sport Activities | | There is no shortage of fun activities for the whole family in Knysna and the temperate climate encourages holidaymakers to spend as much time as possible outdoors. | | Canoeing | | Take one of our canoes out onto the lagoon or down the Knysna River, parts of which are restricted to non-motorised craft. Here one can picnic on the banks under the ancient indigenous trees and spot many of the bird species for which Knysna is famous. Pack water, suntan lotion and your binoculars. | | Fishing | | Knysna provides a wealth of opportunities for the keen fisherman: fly-fishing, rock and surf fishing, deep-sea fishing, bass and trout fishing. The most common fish caught in the area are steenbras, grunter and leervis (garrick). Licences are required but are easily obtainable from the local post office in the Main Road. Guests can fish from the jetty of the resort or join the locals at the popular site on Thesen's Jetty. Various charter options are available for deep sea fishing. | | Cycling | | Hire bikes in town and cycle around Knysna or challenge yourself to a ride on one of the area's great mountain bike trails which are graded according to difficulty. In Harkerville, between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, four district routes have been laid out though the indigenous forest and coastal fynbos and are colour-coded. Or take a guided cycle tour with a local cycle company. | | Sailing | | Knysna has one of the oldest yacht clubs in South Africa with an active sailing membership. Sail with the locals on Wednesday nights or Saturday afternoons during the summer months (September to April), or take one of the many charter options available. Visitors can also hire boats from various local boating companies. | | Surfing | | Knysna's surfers hang out at Buffalo Bay, a pristinely beautiful beach which generally has good waves all year round. Boards and wet suits can be rented from a company in town. | | Diving | | The lagoon provides many spectacular dive sites - hire all your scuba equipment at The Heads and explore the famous Paquita wreck and Thesen's Jetty where the rare Knysna seahorse can be seen. For the less adventurous, snorkelling at The Heads is a fun pastime for the whole family. | | Golf Courses | | Knysna is a golfer's paradise, with many world-class golf courses between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay (just 20 minutes away), including Knysna Golf Course, Simola Golf & Country Estate, Pezula Championship Course, Goose Valley and Plettenberg Bay Golf Course. Golf clubs can be hired at most of these courses. | | Hiking trails | | The area has some of the most spectacular hiking trails in the world - through forest, fynbos and along the rugged coastline. Permits are required - ask for details at reception. |
  
Accolades | :Tourism Council of SA Star Grading |
TGCSA Star GradingFacilities
Knysna River Club provides a number of on-site facilities for guests including a swimming pool complex with an inviting pool, a kiddies' pool, sun loungers and an outdoor Jacuzzi screened for privacy.
In the Games Room, there is a sauna, internet access, a pool table, air hockey and table tennis.
The resort has its own canoes. There is also a slipway, jetty and private boat moorings where guests can moor their boats.
At the entrance to the resort there is parking for coaches.
Guests are also able to book a mobile beauty therapist for on-site health and wellness treatments.
Boogies Restaurant
Knysna River Club is home to Boogies, one of Knysna's top restaurants.
Open daily for breakfast and dinner, guests can dine on the veranda under the large oak tree or cosy up to the fireplace inside on chilly days. Filled with olde worlde charm and housed in a quaint 1840 Manor House with original yellowwood and Oregon pine floors, the restaurant also boasts a charming pub which offers the opportunity to mingle with other guests.
Resident chef Burghart Porwol, who hails from Germany and has worked in several 5-star international hotels, has created a menu with many unique and original dishes including his daily specials.
Items from the menu include Fresh Oysters; Smoked Black Tuna Salad with onions, black pepper and fresh lemon; Biltong Salad; Catch of the Day; Springbuck Ragout "Forrestier" with herbs and mushrooms; Diced Ostrich in a green peppercorn cream sauce; and classic crumbed Wiener Schnitzel with lemon, anchovy and capers.
  
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Knysna River Club
044 382-6483
044 382-6484