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The Knysna Belle

W. Cape-Cape Town-Garden Route · South Africa

75 Bayswater Drive Leisure IsleView location

10.0/10Excellent33 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service9.8/109.8
Comfort9.8/109.8
Condition9.8/109.8
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Amenities9.8/109.8
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  • Adults Only

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About The Knysna Belle

When you a stay at The Knysna Belle in Knysna, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Leisure Isle and Knysna Lagoon. This 4-star bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Garden Route National Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless Internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Stay in one of 7 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

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When you stay at The Knysna Belle in Knysna, you'll be by the sea, just steps from Garden Route National Park and Leisure Isle. This beach bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Knysna Lagoon and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Knysna Golf Club.

Make yourself at home in one of the 7 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Children not allowed Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • The seasonal pool will be open from September to May.
    • 24-hour pool access
    • Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    Afrikaans

    English

Nearby attractions

Garden Route National Park 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Leisure Isle 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cape Floral Region Protected Areas 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Knysna Lagoon 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Bollard Bay 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Knysna Golf Club 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Eastern Head View Point 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Knysna Beach 3.6 km / 2.3 mi
Pledge Nature Reserve 6.9 km / 4.3 mi
Knysna Quays 6.9 km / 4.3 mi
Knysna Waterfront 7.1 km / 4.4 mi
Featherbed Boat Cruises 7.3 km / 4.5 mi
The Motorcycle Room 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Friday Market 10.1 km / 6.3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • bed and breakfast
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bikes available
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • TV lounge
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  • Breakfast
  • Only Adults
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Room types

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Knysna Belle

10.0
Excellent
33 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
9.8 /10
Comfort
9.8 /10
Condition
9.8 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.8 /10
20 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2026
brian
Lovely peaceful guest house. With just 5 rooms this is like living as a local. Cooked to order quality breakfast at a sensible time of 0830 , nice little pool with decent sun loungers. Our sea facing room was superb . Other rooms are garden view. Free to use kayaks, range of bikes to explore the local area. Honesty bar and plenty of reading materials.
Thoroughly recommended.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2026
Sean
Stunning location, clean and comfortable room, excellent staff
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2025
Ian

Knysna Belle

We had an absolutely amazing stay at the Knysna Belle. It is a lovely property with fantastic views and such a tranquil location. The welcome we received was warm and our room was top notch. Leisure Usland is lovely and I wished we could stay longer
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2024
Nasheer

Superb resting place in Knysna’s leisure island.

Following our intense 5 day hike in the mountains My wife and I had a 1 night stay at The Knysna Belle to rest and allow our bodies to breathe and recover. Michelle was super helpful knowledgeable and wonderful and she took great care of our comfort indeed. The place is beautiful set in a tranquil environment with Knysna heads visible and Mesmerising. Everything was perfect the room the bedding the bathroom was modern too. Lastly the most amazing breakfast was served by Michelle herself adding a nice and personal touch to our experience. I will definitely stay there again and recommend the Knysna Belle to everyone. ❤️❤️
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2023
Sandra
The Knysna Belle was one of my favourite places we stayed in on our trip. The staff were extremely friendly and nothing was to much trouble! The breakfast was to die for the food was fresh and delicious. The room was a gem with our own private patio overlooking the sea. I stupidly left my handbag behind and they posted it on to one of the other hotels we were staying at!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2023
Marco
Everyone was really friendly!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2021
Walter
Amazing experience! 10/10 would go again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2021
Jill Altenroxel

Unforgettable B&B with exceptional hospitality

The Knysna Belle exceeded all our expectations.
The room was exceptional; clean, comfortable, spacious and had everything you could need. The breakfasts were delicious and professionally presented. Michelle's hospitality was outstanding.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2019
Nigel

Outstanding

Outstanding accommodation, yummy food and first class staff and service.
The experience was faultless and 5 * all round. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend anyone looking for the best.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2019
Mary
The Kynsna Belle was just lovely. Very comfortable, nice bed & linens, lovely house, bright & airy. Very quiet & peaceful. Breakfast was terrific! Michelle was super helpful and efficient. We loved walking around the island, borrowing their bikes for riding around the whole area. What a gorgeous location!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2019
Grant

Fantastic place to stay. Perfect in every way.

We loved staying at the Knysna Belle on Leisure Isle - what a spectacular setting. Everything was fantastic about the stay: the location, the service, the quality of the rooms. A perfect place for a night en route. We also had a fantastic meal at the Olive Tree restaurant. The sunset was spectacular and it is ideal for walking, and for a morning run.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2019
Sarah
We could not fault this property. From the warm welcome we received from Gabby, with tea and coffee offered on arrival. The room was very clean and spacious and nicely decorated. There was a safe and a tea & coffee tray with a jar of biscuits which was replenished daily. The WiFi was very good and although there was load shedding the guesthouse was not affected as it had a generator.
There is an honesty bar with so much choice and an ice machine. Guests also can use the lounge which again is nicely furnished and has a veranda overlooking the Knysna Lagoon. The views are stunning.
Breakfast was lovely and freshly cooked. There was also fresh fruit, tea,coffee and cereals. Freshly baked muffins and croissants were also available. Michelle was there at breakfast and again nothing was too much trouble, she was very welcoming and friendly and offered to book us a place to the nature reserve.
The outside areas were also spotless with plenty of sun beds around the pool. There were beach towels provided and they also offer guests free use of the canoes, kayaks and bikes which are in the garage.
The staff are a credit to the Knysna Belle so thank you Michelle, Gabby & Gillianne for your wonderful hospitality and for looking after us so well. We will be back next time we visit South Africa.
You will not be disappointed if you stay here
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2019
Graeme
The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. They could not have done more to make our stay better
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2018
De Wet
Knysna Belle was amazing and I would definitely recommend it for anyone wanting to get away from everyday life
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2018
Verified traveler
Fantastic location on an island. Great views. Ideal place to relax
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
Philipp
Wir waren im letzten Jahr schon für eine Nacht hier, es hat uns so gut gefallen, dass wir in diesem Jahr drei Nächte in diesem schönen Haus verbracht haben.
Kommen bestimmt ein drittes Mal.
Super Frühstück, sehr nette Atmosphäre, tolle Lage (schwimmen im Pool und Meer, Radfahren, Kanufahren….) schöne Zimmer und Umgebung.
Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Dec 2024
Myriam
O lugar é lindo, seguro, tranquilo. A pousada é um pouco antiga mas muito confortável. O café da manhã é gostoso.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2024
Tomas

Absolut bäst

Ett av de absolut mysigaste och trevligaste hotell vi någonsin bott på. Lugnt, familjärt med en fantastisk god frukost. Personalen jättetrevliga och vänliga. Härlig utsikt över lagunen.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2024
Wilhelm
I felt home when being there.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jan 2023
Benoit
Séjour fantastique
Tout parfait , nous reviendrons
Partner

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The Knysna Belle
75 Bayswater Drive Leisure Isle, Knysna, South Africa

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