Knysna Hollow

Set within a secluded three-hectare country estate near the Knysna Lagoon, the hotel sits a short drive from the Waterfront, beaches and forest trails. Manicured indigenous gardens link the Manor House to the 44 Garden Suites, two swimming pools and relaxed garden lounges. Guests look toward the famous Knysna Heads and can join lagoon cruises to the privately owned Featherbed Nature Reserve, or explore coastal viewpoints for seasonal whale sightings along the Garden Route coast. Padel courts and a boules court add casual fun between outings, while the N2 and local golf courses remain conveniently close.

The estate offers 44 contemporary Garden Suites, each with a private patio facing indigenous gardens or the pool. Interiors feature extra-length king or twin beds, air-conditioning, satellite TV, Nespresso® coffee and tea facilities, laptop safe, mini-bar fridge on request and USB charging points. Large en-suite bathrooms include double vanities, heated towel rails, L’Occitane amenities and walk-in rain showers. Two suites are wheelchair-accessible, four pairs inter-lead to form family units, and eight feature sleeper couches for children, making Knysna Hollow a relaxed, family-friendly base on the Garden Route.

At the Manor House, Social Eatery & Bar serves breakfast, café-style lunches and relaxed dinners, with a small wine cellar and decks overlooking the gardens. Beyond the restaurant, leisure spaces include two sparkling swimming pools with shaded loungers, two outdoor garden lounges, and a cozy mezzanine library with workstations. A state-of-the-art conference venue hosts up to 130 guests, while new padel courts and a boules court add lighthearted sport. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, bicycle rentals, porter service and same-day laundry round out the conveniences for seamless Garden Route stays.