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St James of Knysna

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Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne | Terrace/patio
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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The Point, Eastford, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Friday Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

  • 47 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

St James of Knysna

Colonial country house with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
2 outdoor pools, a fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free country house. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, 24-hour room service and concierge services are on-site.
St James of Knysna offers 15 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. 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.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at St James of Knysna, you're just a quick walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine while dining at St James of Knysna
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a golf driving range and mini golf
  • Steps from Knysna Lagoon and a 3-minute drive from Knysna Waterfront
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
St James of Knysna offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness centre. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury St James of Knysna. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This Colonial Knysna country house is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
St James of Knysna – This bar specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • St James of Knysna

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Personal motorised watercraft

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1991
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at St James of Knysna

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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 800 per room (one-way)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
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
St James of Knysna offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • 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 organisation.

Property is also known as

Knysna St James
St James House Knysna
St James Knysna
The St James Knysna
The St. James Of Knysna Hotel Knysna
St James Knysna Country House
St James Country House
The St. James Of Knysna Hotel
St James of Knysna Knysna
St James of Knysna Country House
St James of Knysna Country House Knysna