Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse in Knysna with spa and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lake view
Terrace/patio
Living room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Babysitting
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Hair salon
Feel at home
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Private spa tub
  • Separate dining area

Room options

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1 King Suite Milkwood Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Private spa tub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

9 Luxury Pool 2- bedroom Family Chalets

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Private spa tub
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

6. African Flame Tree Chalet

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Private spa tub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

10 Luxury Pool 2- bedroom Family Chalet

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Private spa tub
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

11 Luxury Honeymoon Chalet

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

7 Sword Fern Chalet

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

4 & 5 King Chalets

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Private spa tub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

12 Garden Chalet

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Cherry Lane Welbedacht, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • Friday Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Knysna Lagoon - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Knysna Quays - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Thesen Island - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 36 min drive
  • George (GRJ) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Falcon Creek Spur - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa. You can take a dip in the outdoor pool, then visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, facials, or reflexology. A health club and a sauna are offered, and in-room conveniences at this luxurious guest house include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 11 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Private spa tub
  • Private plunge pool
  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Tonquani Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include hot stone massages, facials, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open select days.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 80 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

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Knysna Tonquani Lodge And Spa
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Knysna Tonquani Lodge And Spa
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Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

Does Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa and nearby?
Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa has a spa and private plunge pools, as well as a health club and a garden.
Does Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a private spa tub.
Does Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
Does Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private plunge pool and a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa like?
Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa is a short 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 10 minutes' walk from Friday Market.

Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Nature
It was just great enjoyed driving to Knysna
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel in a lovely setting.
A short drive to the Numbi gate of Kruger National Park. Hotel accommodations were clean and comfortable and the Orange Restaurant on site has great food. Friendly staff.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing stay at Tonquani Lodge
From our arrival to our departure,we were more than impressed by the friendliness, helpfulness and professionalism of every single staff member ensuring a relaxing ,private and comfortable stay. We stayed in the spacious honeymoon chalet,and the spa bath, heaters,fireplace and electric blanket were perfect for the chilly winter evenings. And no leaving the room on a cold winter morning for breakfast - the option of room service was welcome and well utilised! The breakfasts were delicious and well presented with a daily choice of fresh homebakes.The kettle braai also came in handy while we relaxed on the private deck surrounded by nature.The spa treatment was professional.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

perfect!
just beautiful. Staff were so helpful and caring.
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8/10 Very Good

Romantic hide-away
lovely serene setting, very friendly staff, secluded, romantic wooden chalets. A pity we only booked a 1-night stopover; we would have liked to stay longer
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous and romantic
Probably the most beautiful chalet I've seen, highly recommended for Honeymooners! Aside from the great room size, double bathtub and shower, we also loved the generous breakfast and cooked options. Great attention to details was everywhere, including having a hair conditioner and cotton pads which I appreciated. Location feels secluded, about 1 km up the main road, and a few minutes driving to knysna waterfront centre. Service was also amazing, everyone were nice and helpful beyond expectations. In short - thanks for a really great stay, please stay like this!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean , quite and Very Friendly
Staff were very welcoming and very accommodating. Lodges were lovely and location secluded and quite Didn't realise that payment would be required in local currency so subject to variation. Also 50% was due before arrival this too wasn't made clear on the Expedia site. Expedia quoted £ price could never have match Rand even thou the Rand rate was the most favourable in decade.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great Stay
Stayed one night, staff friendly, happy and helpful, flowers in the room, extra attention to detail obvious and appreciated - great night
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

great return visit
charming people and everything as you would expect
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely chalets in a beautiful garden
We had a lovely time at Tonquani - quirky little wooden chalets set in a beautiful garden. The staff were fantastic & the breakfast was very good. The location was quiet & peaceful but only a few minutes drive to Knysna Quays which was full of restaurants - a very busy & lively place.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

close to town
enjoyed our stay
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendliest staff ever
The people at the reception desk, and the women at the spa were wonderful. We had the best massages in South Africa at this lodge. The breakfast was lovely, and the room gave us plenty of space to stretch out. It was a great home base for our visit to Knysa.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great holiday location
THIS IS A TRULY DELIGHTFUL PLACE TO STAY WITH LARGE LODGE ACCOMODATION, EXCELLENT STAFF, AND VERY REASONABLE PRICES.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Overnight before flight
It was nice but overpriced for what it was, the spa is very good and staff friendly and helpfull but facility's not that great especially the breakfast room was was small and stuffy .
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

The best place to stay in Knsyna
I stayed with my family for 3 nights in Tonquani (Family Chalet). The chalet was absolutely comfortable, cozy and charming. I really liked the attention to details that was given to the decor which included African artifacts and Victorian style setting in the chalet. The location is fantastic. It takes less than 5 mins to reach the Knsyna Waterfront. Its located really close to the Friday Market as well. Brendon and his team are really helpful and are doing an absolutely fantastic job! Tonquani is truly a home away from home!
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and peaceful forestry surrounds
Excellent place to stay - breakfast served in the unit (great idea)! Complete self catering and private. Very friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel!!!!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to enjoy the beauty of Knysna
What a great find! We traveled with our 9 year old son and as soon as we arrived, the staff really welcomed us and had Christopher playing with the guinea pigs in the garden!The suite we had was fabulous - 2 seperate bedrooms, both ensuite, with a seperate lounge and kitchen and its own mini swimming pool - we couldn't have asked for more.The staff were very friendly, helpful and professional too. Wonderful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is a short drive/long walk outside Knysna centre, Rooms are mainly cabins dispersed around the central pool/breakfast/reception area, in a gardened area with guinea pigs and the occasional visiting monkey and large bird. Owners and staff were very friendly and helpful. TV is great if you like sport, otherwise limited, but the reception has lots of DVDs for hire. Hotel does breakfast and snacks but not dinners, although I think a menu was available for deliveries from local take-aways. Reception closes at about 8pm although there is an telephone number on the reception door.
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10/10 Exceptional

The perfect stay.....
We stayed at Tonquani for three nights in early January. A massive thank you to all the staff for the amazing service, great hospitality and making us feel so welcome. The lodges are amazing with all details covered, from candles and robes to BBQ (braai) gear including coal, firefighters. Excellent place to be situated to travel and explore the area and the wonderful places that are so close to the lodge. We managed to squeeze in the Knysna Elephant Park, Bloukrans bungee, Wild Cat Sanctuary, some amazing restaurants, and beautiful viewpoints in the three days and still left feeling completely relaxed and rejuvenated. We have already booked up for this December to bring out my parents.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tonquani lodge and spa- perfect accommodation
From the moment we arrived at the lodge we were taken care of. The staff were pleasant and helpful and very welcoming.the pool was great.. Breakfasts were really well-prepared and beautiful decor and murals on the walls, and the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in.. We were sorry we only had one night there.. Will definately be back there..
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10/10 Exceptional

10/10 - Highly recommended!
A beautiful hotel in a lovely setting where the staff are genuinely friendly and eager to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. A wonderful place to spend a few days while exploring the Garden Route - highly recommended!
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10/10 Exceptional

Tonquani lodge: Relax in comfort
Awesome place!
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10/10 Exceptional

Best Place to stay in Knysna - friendly, comfortable, cute, and great value"
We checked in on April 26th, 2010 for two nights. This hotel is amazing and we wanted to stay longer if our travel plans permitted. They have thought of everything from flower pedals spread all over the rooms, to free brandy to welcome you, to a box of free creature comforts (candles, bath oils, toiletries, electrical adapters, slippers, etc...) The staff are beyond friendly and helpful. The rooms are amazing. You have your own log cabin with a private bedroom (fantastic bed & comforter), large bathroom, kitchen, and living room. There is also a large deck to sit out on. The breakfast was great - hot food and continental available at your choice, all included in the price and plate service. The pool and grounds are lovely. It is like being in a tropical paradise. It is quiet and quaint. I highly recommend this lodge. It is close to the Knysna waterfront ( 2 min drive) and yet in a very safe area. There is free secure parking available. Internet access available for free. The spa is great - I had a massage and it was wonderful. Really, I can't say enough positive things about this place. The owner prides themselves on being the hotel that thinks of everything and it shows. They do as much possible to ensure you have an enjoyable stay. In terms of value for your money, this place was very affordable compared to other hotels in the area but in my opinion is one of the top hotels in Knysna. You will not be disappointed if you stay here!
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