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St James of Knysna

5.0 star property
Luxury country house with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5
Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$704
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct

Explore the area

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The Point, Eastford, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Knysna Quays
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

Junior Double Room

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

Junior Double Room

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

Double Room

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

Superior Double Room

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

Double Room

Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

Double Room

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

Double Room

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

Highlights

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

View all photos for Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double - Garden View

Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Knysna

A luxury stay in Knysna awaits you at St James of Knysna. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Knysna Lagoon and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Knysna Waterfront. Highlights at this boutique country house include free buffet breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .St James of Knysna serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the 2 outdoor swimming pools, gym and pool loungers plus access to boat tours. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Knysna country house include Knysna Golf Club and Simola Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Knysna Quays - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Brenton Beach - 14 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 17 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Trinity Premium Coffee Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪34 South - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬3 min drive

About this property

St James of Knysna

Luxury country house with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
St James of Knysna offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness centre. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury St James of Knysna. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This Colonial Knysna country house is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1991
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
St James of Knysna offers 15 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • St James of Knysna

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Personal motorised watercraft

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1991
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at St James of Knysna

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800 per room (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

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

What is the cancellation policy at St James of Knysna?

St James of Knysna offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at St James of Knysna?

Yep, St James of Knysna has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to St James of Knysna?

The closest beach to St James of Knysna is Brenton Beach (4.3 km).

Does St James of Knysna have a pool?

St James of Knysna has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does St James of Knysna serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at St James of Knysna?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at St James of Knysna?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at St James of Knysna?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at St James of Knysna?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.