The Lofts Boutique Hotel | Hotel in Knysna

| 8.9 (569 Reviews) |  4 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Knysna Hotel | The Lofts Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Knysna

Welcome to The Lofts Boutique Hotel, a family-owned hotel that promises to offer you the ultimate escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Located on the edge of the picturesque Knysna Estuary. We are located on Thesen Island, a world-renowned destination that provides visitors with an abundance of shopping and dining options, as well as easy access to a variety of activities and tours. Whether you’re interested in kayaking (free access from the hotel), taking a sunset cruise, or exploring the surrounding natural beauty, there is something for everyone. Our hotel features beautifully appointed rooms & apartments, each designed with your comfort in mind. With luxurious bedding, plush furnishings all the modern amenities you need. Some rooms have exquisite views of the Knysna Lagoon (King Room with Lake View) others have large sunny private balconies (Standard Double Room) or self-catering facilities (Apartments). For those looking for delicious food and drinks, we have two of the best restaurants in town right inside our building. Our hotel restaurant, Nest Food Bar, serves brunch, dinner, and cocktails, and is known for its unique decor and vibey atmosphere. The famous café and bakery Ile de Pain is located right next door and is renowned for its artisanal bread, pastries, and café-style menu! We pride ourselves on offering the best sunsets in town, and the friendliest hospitality to all our guests. We are also well-known for our ‘Sunset Sessions’ event, held on Saturdays (during the summer season), with a live DJ playing house music on our deck, providing the perfect backdrop for you to enjoy the stunning sunset views over the Lagoon. Activities & Surrounds: - Le Spa Tranquill & Turbine Spa is nearby for guests to enjoy luxury spa treatments. - Simola & Pezula Golf Estate, as well as Knysna Golf Club is less than a 15-minute drive from the hotel. - Thesen Harbor Town & Knysna Waterfront are within 0.6 mi. Please Note: Due to our hotel's boutique nature, each room has a unique layout & décor & not all rooms have lagoon views - to book a room with a lagoon view please select the 'King Room with Lagoon View'.

The Lofts Boutique Hotel is located in Knysna.

This 18 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Ocean View, Spa, Fireplace/Heating, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 569 reviews with the average score of 8.9 . Coming to Knysna and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 18 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Knysna. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
  • Fruit
  • Coffee house on site
  • Restaurant
  • Kids' meals
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
Activities
  • Massage
  • Foot massage
  • Head massage
  • Facial treatments
  • Fishing
  • Neck massage
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Spa
  • Cycling
  • Couples' massage
  • Snorkeling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Playground
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Walking tours
  • Back massage
  • Steam room
  • Body treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Spa facilities
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Body scrub
  • Game room
  • Diving
  • Massage chair
  • Canoeing
  • Full-body massage
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Foot bath
  • Beauty services
  • Manicure
  • Hand massage
  • Bike tours
  • Sauna
  • Hiking
  • Pedicure
  • Waxing services
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Family rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • Designated smoking area
  • Convenience store on site
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
Guest Services
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Packed lunches
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Ironing service
  • Baggage storage
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Concierge
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Shuttle service
  • Laundry
  • Tour desk
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Picnic area
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool
  • Pool with view
  • Plunge pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Special conditions
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that only children over the age of 2 can be accommodated at the hotel.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.81
Location:
9.63
Staff:
9.72
Facilities:
9.22
Comfort:
9.48
Cleanliness:
9.44
Michael
Dec 28, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Comfortable, peaceful and everything we needed was in place
Negative: There was nothing we didn’t like as the property suited us perfectly.
Summary: A great stay, made exceptional by the staff.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 105 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies, Tea/Coffee maker

Internet

Internet facilities

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Slippers, Bathrobe, Bathtub, Toilet, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Additional bathroom, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower cap, Shower

General

Air conditioning, Fire extinguisher, Iron, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Safe, Carpeted, Tile/Marble floor

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Kitchenette, Wine glasses, Microwave, Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Cleaning products, Dining table, Oven

Outdoors

Balcony, Patio

Living Area

Dining area, Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

View

Quiet street view, Inner courtyard view, View

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Standard Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 29 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Standard Double Room

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies, Tea/Coffee maker

Internet

Internet facilities

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Slippers, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower cap, Shower

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Safe, Carpeted

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Balcony, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter

View

Quiet street view

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
King Room with Lake View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 38 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
King Room with Lake View

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Slippers, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Bathtub, Toilet, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Towels, Shower cap, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Heating, Safe, Carpeted, Tile/Marble floor

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

View

Mountain view

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
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