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Our top choices for Knysna family-friendly hotels

A multi-level interior with a spiral staircase, a sofa set, and a coffee table.

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoor patio area.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

1. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central

AED 454

AED 527 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A residential area with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and lush greenery.

A bedroom with a large bed, a television, and a sliding glass door to a balcony.

A stone staircase leading to a modern two-story building with a balcony.

2. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Knysna

Kids splash in outdoor pools and explore trails at this family-friendly B&B with blackout drapes.

AED 132

AED 226 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

An indoor play area with a ball pit, padded flooring, and netted walls.

A residential area with multiple houses surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of the ocean in the background.

A hot tub with a wooden deck and bamboo walls.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

3. Pezula Nature Retreat

Knysna

Waterside family haven offers pools, kids' club, and outdoor adventures for all ages.

AED 763

AED 877 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a glass partition, a reception desk, and a visible clock.

A waterfront hotel with a brick facade, outdoor seating, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.

A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.

An outdoor patio with wooden benches and umbrellas, a brick building with a chimney, and a view of a bridge and river in the background.

4. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Thesen Island

Coastal Thesen Island retreat offers outdoor pool, playground, kids' activities, and childcare.

AED 658

AED 764 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with round tables, patterned chairs, hanging light fixtures, and potted plants.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "The Rex Hotel".

A modern lobby with a sofa, a round table with a tray, and a chandelier.

A modern multi-story building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a wooden deck.

5. aha The Rex Hotel

Knysna

Families can splash in aha The Rex Hotel's pool and use free bikes to explore Knysna near hiking trails.

AED 313

AED 366 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a house in the background.

A modern building with a wooden pathway leading to a glass entrance, surrounded by tropical plants.

A row of modern, single-story cabins with a paved walkway leading through a landscaped garden.

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, a high ceiling with hanging lights, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

6. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna

Adjacent to a golf course, Knysna Hollow offers family adventures with two outdoor pools, playground fun, and easy beach access.

AED 593

AED 682 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A wooden swing set in a grassy area with a clear sky.

A table with oysters, champagne, and strawberries, overlooking a lake and houses.

A spacious living area with a modern design, featuring a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. Large windows offer a view of the outdoors.

A nighttime view of a modern hotel with a swimming pool, illuminated by ambient lighting.

7. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

Knysna

AED 403

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A table with fruit, vegetables, and bread by a window overlooking a cityscape.

A swimming pool with a brick pathway, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A cobblestone pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a mounted television, a shelf with kitchen items, and a window with curtains.

8. Guinea Fowl Lodge

Knysna

AED 298

AED 298 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Knysna

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central staircase, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoor patio area.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central

AED 454

AED 527 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A residential area with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and lush greenery.

A bedroom with a large bed, a television, and a sliding glass door to a balcony.

A stone staircase leading to a modern two-story building with a balcony.

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Knysna

AED 132

AED 226 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.

A waterfront hotel with a brick facade, outdoor seating, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.

A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.

An outdoor patio with wooden benches and umbrellas, a brick building with a chimney, and a view of a bridge and river in the background.

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Thesen Island

AED 658

AED 764 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern two-story building with a large entrance, outdoor seating area, and a central water feature.

A modern building with a wooden pathway leading to a glass entrance, surrounded by tropical plants.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a modern geometric partition.

A row of modern, single-story cabins with a paved walkway leading through a landscaped garden.

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna

AED 593

AED 682 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A table with fruit, vegetables, and bread by a window overlooking a cityscape.

A buffet table with various food items and a watermelon slicer.

A cobblestone pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a mounted television, a shelf with kitchen items, and a window with curtains.

Guinea Fowl Lodge

Knysna

AED 298

AED 298 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A restaurant with round tables, patterned chairs, hanging light fixtures, and potted plants.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "The Rex Hotel".

A modern lobby with a sofa, a round table with a tray, and a chandelier.

A modern multi-story building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a wooden deck.

aha The Rex Hotel

Knysna

AED 313

AED 366 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and large windows offering views of a grassy field.

A lodge with a wooden exterior, a balcony, and a sign indicating it is a B&B.

A cozy log cabin bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk.

A wooden deck with a pool, two lounge chairs, and a small table.

Oyster Creek Lodge

Knysna

AED 291

AED 291 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wooden pier with a seafood platter, champagne, and glasses of wine.

A table with oysters, champagne, and strawberries, overlooking a lake and houses.

A modern glass conservatory with a metal roof, surrounded by trees.

A nighttime view of a modern hotel with a swimming pool, illuminated by ambient lighting.

Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

Knysna

AED 403

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A luxurious hotel with a central courtyard, outdoor seating areas, and a swimming pool.

A room with large windows, wicker hanging lamps, and a view of a pool and palm trees.

A residential area with multiple houses surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of the ocean in the background.

A hot tub with a wooden deck and bamboo walls.

Pezula Nature Retreat

Knysna

AED 763

AED 877 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, outdoor seating, and a stone facade.

A coastal property with a swimming pool, a beach view, and a ride-on toy car.

A coastal residential area with houses, a golf course, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with clear blue water, rocky outcrops, and greenery.

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

Knysna

AED 563

AED 647 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Knysna

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A residential area with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and lush greenery.

A bedroom with a large bed, a television, and a sliding glass door to a balcony.

A stone staircase leading to a modern two-story building with a balcony.

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Knysna

AED 132

AED 226 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central staircase, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoor patio area.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central

AED 454

AED 527 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A table with fruit, vegetables, and bread by a window overlooking a cityscape.

A buffet table with various food items and a watermelon slicer.

A cobblestone pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a mounted television, a shelf with kitchen items, and a window with curtains.

Guinea Fowl Lodge

Knysna

AED 298

AED 298 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A restaurant with round tables, patterned chairs, hanging light fixtures, and potted plants.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "The Rex Hotel".

A modern lobby with a sofa, a round table with a tray, and a chandelier.

A modern multi-story building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a wooden deck.

aha The Rex Hotel

Knysna

AED 313

AED 366 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.

A waterfront hotel with a brick facade, outdoor seating, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.

A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.

An outdoor patio with wooden benches and umbrellas, a brick building with a chimney, and a view of a bridge and river in the background.

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Thesen Island

AED 658

AED 764 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern two-story building with a large entrance, outdoor seating area, and a central water feature.

A modern building with a wooden pathway leading to a glass entrance, surrounded by tropical plants.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a modern geometric partition.

A row of modern, single-story cabins with a paved walkway leading through a landscaped garden.

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna

AED 593

AED 682 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A wooden pier with a seafood platter, champagne, and glasses of wine.

A table with oysters, champagne, and strawberries, overlooking a lake and houses.

A modern glass conservatory with a metal roof, surrounded by trees.

A nighttime view of a modern hotel with a swimming pool, illuminated by ambient lighting.

Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

Knysna

AED 403

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, outdoor seating, and a stone facade.

A coastal property with a swimming pool, a beach view, and a ride-on toy car.

A coastal residential area with houses, a golf course, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with clear blue water, rocky outcrops, and greenery.

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

Knysna

AED 563

AED 647 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A luxurious hotel with a central courtyard, outdoor seating areas, and a swimming pool.

A room with large windows, wicker hanging lamps, and a view of a pool and palm trees.

A residential area with multiple houses surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of the ocean in the background.

A hot tub with a wooden deck and bamboo walls.

Pezula Nature Retreat

Knysna

AED 763

AED 877 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a scenic view.

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large indoor plant.

A spacious indoor area with a large window overlooking a landscape, a seating area with wicker furniture, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Knysna

AED 874

AED 1,005 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Top Knysna Hotel Reviews

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful, surrounding mountains, spacious luxurious room, comfortable bed, good food."

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was incredible. The location is excellent, the hotel itself is quite interesting and there are many places to explore, the food and drink were excellent - as were the staff who provided them, the room was remarkable. This is a must-stay hotel if you are considering staying in the area. I would return in a heartbeat if travels bring me there - and I would bring as many as I could."

Brenton On Rocks Luxury Guest House

Brenton On Rocks Luxury Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"This is our newly discovered South African Gardenroute gem, situated a short distance from Knysna! Beautiful, elegant and stylish accommodation that exceeds all expectations! Everthing speaks of quality, exceptional attention to detail and the effort to enhance the guest experience at all times. Quiet location offering an unmatched immersive experience with nature and the Indian Ocean. One of those memorable places that will always be engraved in the mind for an all encompassing and unique moment in time! Compliments to the host for taking such good care of the guests!"

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Good kitchen, magical location, fantastic views, wonderful living area and balcony. Bar and restaurant also awesome and convenient. "

Orange Inn Knysna

Orange Inn Knysna

8/10 Good

"Room and bathroom clean and staff very nice, we woke up to no water though which made things awkward, no shower, no water to flush toilet etc"

Frequently asked questions

What's Knysna like for family-friendly vacations?

The destination of Knysna is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids. The dolphin watching, whale watching, and golfing are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Fly into Plettenberg Bay (PBZ), which is located 16.4 mi (26.5 km) from the city center.

What's the best hotel for a family vacation in Knysna?

Pezula Nature Retreat is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a kids' club, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your stay with the kids include Turbine Hotel and Spa and Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa.

How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Knysna?

Expedia has 14 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Knysna.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Knysna?

The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 59°F. Average annual precipitation for Knysna is 26 inches.

What's there to see and do with your family in Knysna?

While you and your family are staying in Knysna, you might want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Knysna Quays, Knysna Waterfront, and Garden Route National Park. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Friday Market and Featherbed Boat Cruises.