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Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Suite (Fynbos)
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool

Room options

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 646 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Suite (Bird's eye)

Suite (Bird's eye)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 538 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 570 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 484 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Fynbos)

Suite (Fynbos)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 484 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Cherry Lane, Welbedacht, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Knysna Quays - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Thesen Island - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 18 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Falcon Creek Spur - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Upscale boutique guesthouse near the bay, rejuvenated in 2023
Consider a stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free train station pick-up, babysitting (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and laundry services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and childcare services
  • Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

Languages

English

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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)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Main Lodge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 8 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2004
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - September 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 2100 per vehicle (roundtrip)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

As of Mar 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge on Apr 16, 2025 start from CA $243.49, 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.

Is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 2100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge located?

This family-friendly Knysna guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Friday Market. Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Amazing views, comfortable rooms, good food
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerk

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

CHIARA

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Lovely location, fantastic view from lagoon view room & great breakfast choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Regis

Excelente localização e café da manhã. Staff very friendly. I really recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Well worth a visit
Lovely outlook over the lagoon. Lots to do and see in the area. Friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helen

A special relaxing place to stay.
A very lovely place to stay. There was a roaring open fire while we ate our delicious breakfast. Our accommodation was very comfortable. This was the most expensive place we steyed in while in South Africa and the only one that didn't give us free bottles of water. There is a charge of £1 for each pod of coffee for the machine in the room, although sachets & tea bags are free with an electric kettle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bettina , Rhein-Main-Gebiet

Wunderschöne Blockhütte
Nach einer etwas holperigen Anfahrt gelangt man zu einem gemütlichen Blockhaus. Unsere eigene Blockhütte nr. 4 war hervorragend ausgestattet und bot einen wunderschönen Blick auf die Bucht. Im Badezimmer gab es auch von der Badewanne und von der Dusche aus den gleichen schönen Ausblick. Badewanne mit Whirlpool. Große Minibar und Kaffee im Zimmer. Auch das Frühstück war sehr vielseitig. Während des Frühstücks kommt die Gastgeberin und hilft bei der Tagesplanung wenn man das möchte.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Bellissimo!!!
La vacanza in Sudafrica è già di per sè meravigliosa e questo hotel la impreziosisce ancora di più.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

mohamed

Simply its ammazing , inspiring , great
Its one of the most beutifule hotel i had seen in my life it was the best hotel for my honeymoon great privacy inspiring lagoon view , romantic touches from the staff the design of the bathroom is amazing , location was suitable to my tour distances , we decided to go back there for our anniversary Special thanx to the staff who are always smilling and welcoming Thanx for miss. Madelin , mr.fish , mr.jhon and all other staff , i recommend the elephant hide of knysna for any couple specially for honeymoon
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

chaowei

View you want to wake up to and sleep in to
The place was amazing stay. Simply views and the idea of staycation in the wilderness! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Eytan

A feedback on elephant hide Knysna
When arriving we got a room which was not good and suitable for us, limited view to the lagoon. After raising our dissatisfection we got a new comfortable room with a beautifull view. The second room was bigger and nice - overall we were very satisfied. Breakfast was nice, the staff is friendly with good service attitude.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Best 3 night out of 19 in South Africa
The best place we stayed in regarding comfort, view, local area and value for money was by far elephant hide. I spent my 19 days honeymoon all over South Africa, so trust me when I say it is one of the best. Having said that, the pool area is too small, but we weren't there for the pool and we never had breakfast so I can't help you here either.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Panoramic lagoon views
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!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Knoxville, Tennessee, USA

Great, fairly secluded, spot!
We stayed just one night on our trip across the Garden Route. It's a very nice place and the staff was great and flexible for us. While it's a little bit outside of Knysna, it's not too far, and the seclusion is a nice benefit!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

VINCENT, Montpellier

Vue spectaculaire sur le lagoon
Très bonne prestation et tres belle chambre avec un panorama spectaculaire sur le lagoon... Hôtel très bien situé dans un cadre semi verdoyant. Très belle piscine a débordement sur le lagoon. Petit déjeuner très correct et personnel très serviable. Extérieur commun manque de place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jürgen, Braunschweig

Entspannung und dezenter Luxus
Alles schön - tolle Zimmer , gutes Frühstück , klasse Service ( Dank an Elli u Fish ) immer da ,sehr bescheiden und immer freundlich !!! Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt !!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

C. & P.

Super, excellent....
Sehr ruhige Gegend in einer urtümlichen Umgebung. Wunderbare Aussicht auf die Lagune. Der Service war weit über den Erwartungen und stellte manches grosses Hotel in den Schatten. Die Freundlichkeit und Hilfsbereitschaft der Mitarbeiter verdient 5 Sterne. Wir werden auf jeden Fall dort wieder buchen. Das nächste mal allerdings viel länger. Wir freuen uns jetzt schon darauf.