St. James Of Knysna
-34.038798, 23.01743Overview
5-star lagoon-front hotel with complimentary 90-minute cruise on the Knysna Lagoon
Amenities & Services
St. James Of Knysna offers two outdoor swimming pools set within landscaped gardens, an on-site gym with modern fitness equipment, and a unique putting green for leisure practice. The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle service to the Knysna Waterfront, located 3 km away, for shopping and dining. Sustainability practices include a commitment to reducing single-use plastics across the property.
Accommodations
The hotel's luxury suites and rooms feature private balconies and king-size beds, with lagoon views from many units. Each room includes a Smart TV with Netflix, a minibar, and tea/coffee-making facilities, plus bathrobes and international adaptors. The Lady Anne Suite offers extra spaciousness with a separate lounge area.
Location & Surroundings
St. James Of Knysna sits on a 1 hectare estate directly on the Knysna Lagoon, adjacent to the Garden Route National Park. Guests have easy access to nearby golf courses, including the Pezula Championship Golf Course, a 15-minute drive away. The Knysna Waterfront, offering fishing, yachting, and scuba diving, is a few minutes' drive from the hotel.
Dining
Breakfast is served in a spacious dining area overlooking the lagoon, offering a full English or Continental buffet with hot options made to order. A bar menu is available throughout the day and evening, with wine and champagne selections. Guests can order room service for meals on their private balcony or suite.
Wellness & Activities
The hotel provides on-site massage services, including back, foot, full body, and couples massage, for relaxation. Outdoor activities include bike tours, canoeing, fishing, and walking tours, all available from the property. The standout complimentary experience is a 90-minute lagoon cruise on the hotel's boat, 'The Boat', with a picnic provided.
- Lagoon Cruise: Complimentary 90-minute cruise on 'The Boat' with picnic
- Pools: Two outdoor swimming pools in landscaped gardens
- Golf: Putting green on-site, championship courses nearby
- Shuttle: Free shuttle to Knysna Waterfront
- Sustainability: Reduced single-use plastics policy
- Activities: Bike tours, canoeing, fishing, walking tours
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:2 Double beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Welcome drink
Picnic area/ Tables
Paid shuttle service
Fitness centre
Outdoor swimming pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mini golf
- Fishing
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room view
- Garden view
- Courtyard view
- Lake view
- With view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about St. James Of Knysna
| 💵 Lowest room price | 290 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 2.8 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 36.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Plettenberg Bay, PBZ |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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