The Russel Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel in Knysna with free parking

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Balcony
Front of property - evening/night
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant
Reception
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • BarBarBar
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
The price is AED 157
Price available on 04/06/2024

Explore the area

Map
Corner Long, Graham and Unity Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Popular LocationKnysna Quays14 min walk
  • Popular LocationKnysna Waterfront14 min walk
  • Popular LocationThesen Island15 min walk

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Room options

Deluxe Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 1.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 1.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 1.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Knysna

Located in Knysna, The Russel Hotel is in the business district and by the ocean. Knysna Quays and Featherbed Boat Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Knysna Waterfront and Friday Market.

What's nearby

  • Knysna Quays - 14 min walk
  • Knysna Waterfront - 14 min walk
  • Knysna Lagoon - 14 min walk
  • Thesen Island - 15 min walk
  • Leisure Isle - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Snobs Coffee - 4 min walk
  • KFC - 5 min walk
  • Persello's - 3 min walk
  • African Bean - 7 min walk
  • Olde's Pub & Grill Restaurant - 9 min walk

About this property

The Russel Hotel

Hotel by the ocean
An airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Russel Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at The Russel Hotel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily
  • 1 bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted

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

Russel Hotel Knysna
Russel Knysna
The Russel Hotel Hotel
The Russel Hotel Knysna
The Russel Hotel Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Is The Russel Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Russel Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Russel Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at The Russel Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Russel Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Russel Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Pledge Nature Reserve. Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are also within 15 minutes.

The Russel Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

COLIN Andrew, Biloxi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe,easy parking.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

M W

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Iviwe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room with fridge and dishes to use. Breakfast had many choices.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Vashania

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable 2 nights. Quality of service was excellent. Very friendly staff.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel close to everything.
Enjoyed staying there,nice and clean,friendly staff and close to town,felt safe.