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St James of Knysna

5.0 star property
Lakefront country house with 2 outdoor pools, near Knysna Lagoon

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Terrace/patio
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
Boating
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Perched on the shores of Knysna Lagoon, St James of Knysna offers a serene luxury boutique country house experience. Take in the stunning views from the sun-kissed terrace, indulge in designer shopping, or unwind with a good book from the library. With rowing and kayaking activities on site, motorized watercraft nearby and 2 outdoor pools to lounge by previous guests have fallen for this haven.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is RM1,109
RM1,275 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb

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

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 43 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 52 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 47 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 49 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Penthouse

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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RM487 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
The Point, Eastford, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 1 min walk
  • Knysna Waterfront - 3 min drive
  • Knysna Quays - 3 min drive
  • Leisure Isle - 12 min drive
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 35 min drive
  • George (GRJ) - 54 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪34 South - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Falcon Creek Spur - ‬3 min drive

About this property

St James of Knysna

When visiting Knysna, St James of Knysna is a great choice to consider. After splashing around at the 2 outdoor pools, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious country house include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, French, Xhosa

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private picnics
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Boat tours
  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Fishing
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1991
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Designer shops on-site
  • Dock
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

St James of Knysna – This bar specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 800 per room (one-way)

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does St James of Knysna offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, St James of Knysna does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at St James of Knysna?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at St James of Knysna?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at St James of Knysna?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by St James of Knysna?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 800 per room one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at St James of Knysna?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at St James of Knysna and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, rowing and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing and safari tours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the country house's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around St James of Knysna like?

St James of Knysna is a short 1-minute walk from Knysna Lagoon and 13 minutes' walk from Garden Route National Park.

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St James of Knysna Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional staff and hotel
Wonderful hotel with exceptional amazing staff who work as a team looking after their guests. Sandi leads this wonderful team.
Pearl, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent and quiet hotel in Knysnia
I liked the hotel as I got a spacious beautiful room giving towards the lake. Very quiet. Very good and attentive staff.
Rochus, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Hotel in a quiet location. Staff are excellent and trip on the hotel’s own boat is a bonus. Pools are both lovely and our room/suite was lovely with great views of the lagoon.
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and property. Large and immaculate rooms. A must stay place.
Daniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

St James was a perfect stay in Knysna - we wished we had booked additional nights, the hotel is a little further out of town but it is quiet, tranquil & the staff were so helpful in organising transport when required. Thanks to Sandy & the team!
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Boat trip was awesome, staff amazing, drinks were outstanding, food was perfect. I will come here again, for sure!

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel right on the lagoon. We had a spectacular view from our room and it was so peaceful waking up to the sightband sound of the still lagoon. Staff were excellent, very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was amazing too.
Christian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful hotel overlooking an even more beautiful lagoon. We had a large room overlooking the lagoon and there are some huge suites. The staff were all friendly and excellent. Norman was extremely helpful and happy to advise us on how to get the most from the time we had in Knysna, including an excellent restaurant recommendation.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stop on garden route
Excellent stop in Knysna. Very good professional and helpful service. Have shared before and would return
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay here, we stayed in the Lady Anne Suite and it was amazing. The views over the lagoon were super and Sandy could not do enough for us. Was very helpful about suggesting activities for us and restaurants to eat in. It's a little bit out of town but they can arrange transfer for you which are quite reasonable. We had a really great relaxing stay here.
Colm, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We just spent two nights at St James and we loved it. It it right in front lot the Knysna lagoon and offers a great boat ride to all guests, which we enjoyed. We were upgraded on arrival by the very kind staff who man the reception. Knysna is a very interesting destination, we loved the Two Heads excursion to the ocean. We recommend Dt James to all travellers to Knysna and we would like to thank the staff for the very profesional and kind atttitude.
Riccardo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Memorable experience
I felt a bit like royalty.... Such a pleasureable experience! And everyone goes out of their way to help you.... And the free boat ride of course was very nice!
Ettiene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Betty, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

StJames
Super schöner Ort. Zuvorkommendes und freundliches Personal!
Zufahrt
Blick zum See
Frühstücken auf der Terasse
Inkl. Privatboot-Ausflug
Carlos, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Merete, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excepcional!
O hotel é lindo! Local calmo, em frente à Knysna Lagoon! Os quartos são grandes, limpos e confortáveis. O café da manhã é maravilhoso! O atendimento é impecável. Fizemos um passeio de barco (oferecido gratuitamente pelo hotel) guiado pelo Alex, que além de muito educado e atencioso, foi um excelente guia do nosso passeio! Voltaria mil vezes para esse hotel!
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beatrice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellenter Service, schöne Zimmer und traumhaft schöner Blick von der Terrasse und dem Gemeinschaftsraum. Es ist in absoluter ruhiger Lage. Einerseits ist das wunderschön, andererseits - und gepaart damit, dass es im Hotel außer Frühstück kein Essen gibt - muss man doch häufig mit dem Auto ins Zentrum oder zu anderen Orten fahren.

10/10 Exceptional

Die Lage des Hotels an der Laguneist bezaubernd! Es gibt wahnsinnig viel zu unternehmen in der Umgebung! Besonders haben wir das Picknick des Hotels am Strand genossen, ebenso das Angebot des Hotels,die Bootsfahrt an der Lagune! Klysma ist ein Traum besonders s ab n diesem Platz!
Michaela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best
This is our favourite place to stay in Knysna. Great staff, wonderful position, great breakfast.
DOUGLAS, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Service, staff and room were excellent but stay was ruined by no restaurant, no bar, no lounge no T V and very few other Guests. Renovation works in progress which we were not told about. Check before you book
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Extraordinaria
Otima acomodação, conforto total. Proximo aos principais pontos da cidade e uma linda vista para o lago.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Louise, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

2-night trip