Blackwaters River Lodge, Knysna, Knysna
Overview
Enjoying a setting approximately 10 minutes by car from Goukamma Nature Reserve, Blackwaters River Lodge, Knysna hotel presents 9 golf courses as part of its offerings. The elegant 4-star guest house has a swimming pool along with a poolside bar and boasts a location not far from Knysna Forest.
Rooms
The Knysna hotel features 16 rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini-fridge-bar, tea and coffee making equipment. An iron with ironing board are featured for guests' comfort. Offering a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are fitted with a hair dryer and a shower cap.
Eat & Drink
Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant. Food options for dinner are available at the à la carte Juan Michelles restaurant. The restaurant serves international cuisine.
Leisure & Business
Guests can make different arrangements at the smoke-free Blackwaters River Lodge, including mountain biking, canoeing, and rowing or rent scooters, bicycles, and mopeds to explore Knysna. Guests can also enjoy bird watching organised by the property.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Mini golf
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Aqua park
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Recommended for:
Goukamma River Canoeing
Paddle single or double canoes along the Goukamma River to Buffels Bay, an 6.5 miles route taking about 2.5 hours. Picnic baskets available for the journey.
Indigenous Tree Walk
Explore the property's tree walk to spot the Knysna Turaco and learn about local flora. Includes bird watching along the Goukamma River banks.
Par 3 Golf Challenge
Play the 9-hole mashie course with holes from 170.6 ft to 498.7 ft. Designed to preserve the natural valley setting with specific drop zones for river hazards.
Goukamma Reserve Hike
Cross the Goukamma River via dinghy pulley system to hike coastal trails and milkwood forests in Goukamma Nature Reserve. Spot grysbok and African fish eagles.
Location
Convenient Location
Knysna is near the Knysna Lagoon, the Knysna Heads, and the Featherbed Nature Reserve.
Thesen Island Neighborhood
Thesen Island is a waterfront district featuring trendy cafes, art galleries, and casual dining options.
Local Bites to Try
34 South, Sirocco, and East Head Cafe serve seafood, Mediterranean dishes, and casual brunch options.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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