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

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.

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

1. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central

AED 449

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of a body of water and hills.

A modern living area with a kitchen, dining space, and a balcony with a view of the water.

2. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Thesen Island

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

AED 776

AED 902 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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

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

3. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Knysna

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

AED 137

AED 229 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

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

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

4. 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 621

AED 714 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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.

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

5. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

Knysna

AED 399

AED 458 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

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.

6. Pezula Nature Retreat

Knysna

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

AED 845

AED 972 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

A wooden deck with a view of a marina and hills.

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

7. Guinea Fowl Lodge

Knysna

AED 295

AED 295 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a swimming pool, and a multi-story building with balconies.

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

8. 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 460

AED 529 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Breakfast included

All-inclusive

4 stars

5 stars

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

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central

AED 449

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of a body of water and hills.

A modern living area with a kitchen, dining space, and a balcony with a view of the water.

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Thesen Island

AED 776

AED 902 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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.

Pezula Nature Retreat

Knysna

AED 845

AED 972 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a well-maintained garden.

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna

AED 621

AED 714 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

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

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

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Knysna

AED 137

AED 229 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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.

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

Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

Knysna

AED 399

AED 458 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A breakfast setting with plates of eggs, bacon, and tomatoes, a glass of orange juice, and a fireplace in the background.

A large bathtub with a view of a sunset over a body of water, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living area with a stone fireplace, wicker furniture, and a view of the mountains.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table, and a view of a mountain and greenery.

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Knysna

AED 671

AED 771 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A wooden pier leading to a gazebo with a green roof, surrounded by calm water and distant hills.

A poolside area with white umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a gazebo overlooking a body of water.

Exterior

A coastal beach with a sandy shore, rocky outcrops, and green hills in the background.

Belvidere Manor

Belvidere

AED 716

AED 829 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a stone wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants in a backyard setting.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A well-maintained garden with a lawn, various plants, and a building with a porch.

African Breeze Guest House

Knysna

AED 282

AED 328 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A wooden table with a bottle of wine and two glasses on a balcony overlooking a river and hills.

A modern hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

A courtyard with a brick building, a stone pathway, and various plants.

Overmeer Guest House

Paradise

AED 272

AED 315 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Knysna

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

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

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central

AED 449

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of a body of water and hills.

A modern living area with a kitchen, dining space, and a balcony with a view of the water.

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Thesen Island

AED 776

AED 902 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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.

Pezula Nature Retreat

Knysna

AED 845

AED 972 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a well-maintained garden.

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna

AED 621

AED 714 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

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

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

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Knysna

AED 137

AED 229 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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.

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

Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

Knysna

AED 399

AED 458 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A breakfast setting with plates of eggs, bacon, and tomatoes, a glass of orange juice, and a fireplace in the background.

A large bathtub with a view of a sunset over a body of water, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living area with a stone fireplace, wicker furniture, and a view of the mountains.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table, and a view of a mountain and greenery.

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Knysna

AED 671

AED 771 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a stone wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants in a backyard setting.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A well-maintained garden with a lawn, various plants, and a building with a porch.

African Breeze Guest House

Knysna

AED 282

AED 328 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A wooden pier leading to a gazebo with a green roof, surrounded by calm water and distant hills.

A poolside area with white umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a gazebo overlooking a body of water.

Exterior

A coastal beach with a sandy shore, rocky outcrops, and green hills in the background.

Belvidere Manor

Belvidere

AED 716

AED 829 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A wooden table with a bottle of wine and two glasses on a balcony overlooking a river and hills.

A modern hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

A courtyard with a brick building, a stone pathway, and various plants.

Overmeer Guest House

Paradise

AED 272

AED 315 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Top Knysna Hotel Reviews

Under Milkwood Resort

Under Milkwood Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Nice people"

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.