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The Russel Hotel

Graham Street, Knysna 6570, South Africa
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Ranked #20 of 29 hotels in Knysna
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013
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Somerset West, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

We used a City Slickers special but was a bit dismayed that while we were waiting to check in the room rate was offered to someone at the same price we had received it for----so it was not a "good deal" for us. Admittedlly we did have breakfast included in our "deal". I know the tendency is to have all... More

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Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

I showered and while washing my hair slipped on the slippery bath surface ,luckily I hit against the metal handel breaking my fall allowing my time to grab on.I have a nice bruise on my butt.I believe that if I was not a strong guy I would have no been so lucky.This could be very dangerous .I was given quiet... More

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Mossel Bay, South Africa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

The price paid for the vouchers, and the value indicated on the vouchers did not add up to a booking directly with the hotel. If booked directly with hotel i could stay 4 nights instead of the 2. The bed was worn out. No bar fridge in room. Maybe a wider choice of tv channels. Staff was very friendly. Loved... More

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Lizemari H, Manager at The Russel Hotel, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

Dear Fritz, Thank you for taking the time to write a review on our Hotel. We do apologise for any inconvenience caused, and would sincerely recommend that you take up any problems with value, bookings and quallity of beds directly with management when you are staying in the Hotel, so that any problems you might experience might be dealt with... More

Randburg, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

The hotel reception was very nice & friendly. The room was clean, and we had safe parking for the car. The breakfast was also very nice, big variety to eat. It was only one night but it was a pleasant stay.

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Cape Town
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

The staff is very friendly and very helpful.The service was good, the only downside was that they dont serve anything but breakfast, also no room service. Other than that if you in Knysna for just a sleepover and breakfast and some sight seeing then i will gladly recommend it.

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

The Russel Hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of really good restaurants and Knysna central. Rooms were spotless clean and the breakfasts were to die for!! All the staff were amazing and friendly. Keep up the good work.

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Our family with 2 teenagers stayed here over Easter. The location was close enough to the centre of town for our kids to walk to the shops. The whole hotel was modern, clean and the staff went out of their way to assist us when we wanted to stay an extra night. The breakfasts were great. We will definitely visit... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

1. would be helpful if there was a barfridge in the room 2. more coffee and milk would help, as the cold days approach, you enjoy hot drinks more.. 3. check your kettles...maybe look at an update, cordless...sometimes a R70 goes a long way, it doesn't have to be a branded name.....people just want things to work... 4. maybe put... More

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2013

We stayed here as a stop-over from Cape Town to PE and back again. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Rooms are nice and neat. Hotel only serves breakfast, but the hotel is situated close to the Main Road, so we could walk to the closest restaurant. The day before we left, my front tyre had a screw lodged... More

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Lizemari H, General Manager at The Russel Hotel, responded to this review
April 8, 2013

Dear Guest, Time is money and therefore we appreciate the time taken to review our hotel. Thank you for the very positive comments of the establishment and we wish to welcome you and yours back to the hotel in the very near future. More

Durban, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2013

Excellent little hotel. Very friendly staff. Excellent service. The Room was very comfortable and neat, the bathroom was clean and modern We left a Kindel in the safe and Lizemari bent over backwards to get it to us via the post office and back to Durban. Thank you.

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Lizemari H, General Manager at The Russel Hotel, responded to this review
January 23, 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for your review. It means alot to us when a guest takes some of their valuable time to review the hotel. We are so happy to have been of service to you and thank you for the compliment bestowed upon Lizemari. The staff of The Russel Hotel prides themselves to go the extra mile for our... More

 
 
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Address: Graham Street, Knysna 6570, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Knysna
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