Nice location, by a lake; beautiful hotel, great suite, fantastic service. The bar is outstanding.
It is an ideal place to stay and relax while enjoying the Knysna area.

My husband and I stayed there 3 nigths during our honeymoon. It was for sure one of the bests hotels we´ve ever been.
Rooms are fantastic! Big and comfortable with luxury details (example: the bathroom´s floor can be warmed up). Decoration is very quiet and nice, coloured in green and withe. It has 2 tv, dinning table (and coffe/tea facilities), balcon (don´t know the word in english! sorry), and a king sized bed.
The hotel is very well located in a quiet area not far from downtown and the waterfront (where best restaurants are situated).
If I have ever the chance to go to Knysna again... then I´m sure I´ll book St. James!

We looked in Trip Advisor before booking and are so glad we did. This was the nicest hotel we have stayed at, ever. That covers over 30 years of travelling. It was rather like staying with close family.

Aside from the 7* service, the property itself is located in a beautiful secure location on the outskirts of Knysna. If you aren't driving, they will take you into town and back for a few dollars. Manicured grounds and fishing/canoes available free of charge.

Exceptional breakfasts served overlooking the lagoon, out on the patio if you prefer, we dined in twice, candlelit with a high standard of cuisine/service.

The suite we enjoyed was outstanding, spacious and well equipped with underfloor heating in the bathroom and heated towel rail. Full turn down service with fresh towels, they came when we were at dinner, no door knocking/disturbance.

A free to use internet PC in the guest lounge area was also helpful. Our car was washed every day (a tip was appropriate and appreciated).

We stayed four nights and were sorry to leave.

We stayed in St James's in Knsya in March 2008, and had a terrific stay. It is located just outside of Knsyna. The rooms are spacious and very comfortable with TV, shower, bath. The rooms are very well serviced, the staff are lovely and the food is fantatstic!
If you have a car there is room for parking and they wash your car every morning. We found the concierage very helpful in giving us tips on where to go and what to do in Knysna and around.
Looking forward to going back soon!