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Knysna Riverside Lodge

5 Phantom Pass Road, Knysna 6570, South Africa
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Chichester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

An amazing location on the outskirts of Knysna right on the banks of one of the tidal rivers. The rooms are basic but comfortable and although they could do with a bit of a make over they are certainly OK. The restaurant on site served very good home cooked food and the bar is great!

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013 via mobile

There's no receptionist at the reception(sometimes a elderly woman standing there,but she does not know what's happening) Our suite were flooded and dirty,toilet disgusting and we complain that we had no hot water,no one came to fix or apologize. The place shold be rated as NO star at all!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013 via mobile

Wonderfully relaxing setting, very friendly and attentive owner / managers. Restaurant is very good with competent staff. The setting is great, out of town but close enough to all the attractions. Overall we would have no hesitation in recommending.

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2013

This is a very friendly place with an excellent restaurant and beautiful views. The owners are very helpful with recommendations of things to do. We really enjoyed a two night stay and would definitely go back. Good Value for money

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2013

What a stay nowhere to go and arrived at this fantastic venue.The place was fully booked and still Daleen (owner) made a plan to accomodate us.The Gieter restuarant made unbelievible food and they made us felt like we have been friends since wat back then.If you don't stay here you making a big mistake it was "lekker". See you soon!!

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mumbai
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2013

spent 2 nights before travelling to Capetown, regret could have stayed for more nights and njoy the nearby hiking trails or walk/jog by the waterside. Its just a km or two from the town center. Though there are plenty option near the town center, this one and the Phantom Lodge are perfect to be yet away from the cars and... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed December 20, 2012

Phone booking on Saturday for 3 nights from Monday but on leaving they said I had booked for 5 nights, and if I had wanted fewer I had to give a month’s notice! The manager would not come and argue with me but sent a message via his parents that he would refund R600 (1 night) and that was all.... More

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Hannes B, Owner at Knysna Riverside Lodge, responded to this review
March 21, 2013

HI I was very surprised to read this review, as you had in fact booked for five nights, as opposed to three. You signed a check-in form for the five nights and even paid in full for the five nights on check-in. Also, under our cancellation policy, we do not provide refunds for early departures (which is industry standard). However,... More

Holon, Israel
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 27, 2012

I came here as part of my 3 weeks trip around SA with my girlfriend. the hospitality shown by the hosts was very pleasant and made us feel very welcome. the room we took was beautiful and comfy that gave us privacy and comfort as much as we needed. And of course, nice view!

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 8, 2012

This was the most awsome ''mini-vacation" that I had ever been on. A good few months ago, I had purchased vouchers(Groupon) for friends of mine who were going up to Knysna for a motor rally. I was supposed to have joined them but some work-related obligation popped up so I had to give it a miss. He had however asked... More

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Secunda
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 1, 2012

Spent two nights at the Knysna Riverside Lodge mid-September (thanks to Groupon!). A lovely place, situated in quiet, beautiful surroundings where there were many birds. Close to Knysna and Sedgefield. The reception and general service was excellent, and the meals we enjoyed at their restaurant, Die Gieter, were out of this world. One small glitch - for some reason or... More

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Address: 5 Phantom Pass Road, Knysna 6570, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Knysna
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #21 of 52 Specialty lodging in Knysna
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Luxury river and garden view suites available in Knysna on the Garden Route, situated on a private nature reserve of over 25 hectares, overlooking the Knysna River and Knysna Lagoon. ... more   less 
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