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Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lagoon View | Private kitchen | Fridge, electric kettle
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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Lagoon View | Water view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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31 Cearn Drive, Leisure Isle, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
  • Place, Leisure Isle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bollard Bay
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Lagoon View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Lagoon View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Lagoon view

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lagoon View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lagoon View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lagoon view

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Partial ocean view

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Garden view

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 688 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio, Lagoon View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio, Lagoon View

  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lagoon view

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lagoon View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lagoon View

  • 871 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lagoon view

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Deluxe Suite, Terrace, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Suite, Terrace, Garden View

  • 1033 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Lagoon View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Lagoon View

  • 871 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Lagoon view

View all photos for Standard Suite, Ensuite, Garden View

Standard Suite, Ensuite, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Suite, Ensuite, Garden View

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Lagoon View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Lagoon View

  • 871 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lagoon view

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Lagoon view

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lagoon View | Room amenity

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lagoon View

  • 387 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Lagoon view

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Garden View

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Garden View

  • 387 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio, Lagoon View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio, Lagoon View

  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lagoon view

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About the neighborhood

Knysna

When you a stay at Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel in Knysna, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Knysna Lagoon and Leisure Isle. .This beach guesthouse is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Bollard Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Leisure Isle - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Knysna Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bollard Bay - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bosuns Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cofee Crafft - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel

Beach guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools
Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 49-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Knysna guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This guesthouse also features a fireplace in the lobby, barbecue grills, and a reception hall. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the guesthouse's room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary English breakfast is served each morning between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - April 2013

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Amanzi Island Lodge Knysna
Amanzi Island Lodge
Amanzi Island Knysna
Amanzi Island
Amanzi Island Lodge Knysna
Amanzi Island Lodge Guesthouse
Amanzi Island Lodge Guesthouse Knysna

Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ebrahim aboobaker

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our night at Amanzi Island Lodge was a highlight our trip to South Africa. We can’t wait to return. Outstanding service from the friendliest team. Loved being able to use the canoes and bicycles on the property. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing Gem

An amazing spot, with a friendly staff that wanted to make sure you enjoyed your time there. Would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved strolling on the beach and would have stayed longer if we had the time!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen, Point Roberts

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place in Knysna

The Amanzi Island Lodge is in great location. Next to the lagoon with great views, lovely staff and atmosphere. A great spot to relax and take it easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rikha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Thanks To Mariet, our stay was amazing

Our stay could I have be ruined because of a car accident but Mariet welcomed us warmly with her nice smile and did her very best to make us feel relaxed. She made sure we will enjoy our stay and forget about our bad experience. The lodge is itself a very nice place to stay, near the lagoon, with confortable rooms. Again Thanks Mariet ! You are a true Angel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Boutique Guest House

We enjoyed a truly wonderful stay at Amanzi. The location is one of the best in Knysna and the Kingfisher suite we stayed in was luxurious and spacious offering incredible views over the Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Heads. The breakfast was included in our rate and we really enjoyed the menu variety and high quality on offer. On the one evening, we enjoyed dinner in the restaurant and we were similarly impressed with the varied menu and delicious meals. My fillet steak and my partners lamb shank were both exceptional. You also simply just have to try the baked yoghurt and berry sauce dessert - sublime! The highlight for us was the incredible staff at Amanzi. From checkin to garden staff - all consistently good with friendly and helpful dispositions. Special mention to Fortune and Miriam who were particularly outstanding. The hotel also has a very comfortable minivan that transfers guests, whether it is to do some sightseeing at the Heads or an airport transfer. The rates are very reasonable and we enjoyed using this service on one occasion. We look forward to returning to Amanzi on a future trip.
View from the Kingfisher Suite
Sunset from the Kingfisher Suite
Lounge area
View from lounge
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very nice Hotel and the staff is always smiling and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good.

Great location on Leisure Island. Staff friendly and attentive. A relaxing place to spend a night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faigy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and accomodations, small B&B. Wished I stayed longer!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t be fooled by the pool!

The main pool is in the backyard! Infinity pool they show on webpage and display is for a private suite only! Don’t get fooled by the picture !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Carlos

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Standard

Hotel standard, nem muito mais, nem muito menos. Poderiam priorizar um pouco mais a limpeza, já que tem carpetes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just excellent - faultless . Very attentive staff - fabulous location and great facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

DAS, Wilmington, NC

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, good food and really friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No plug located near to mirror by dressing table but that was the only thing that was not perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amanzi for honeymoon

Wow, the view at this property was stunning! We stayed in the honeymoon suite which had our very own pool! But best of all was the view! We were also ecstatic with the amazing hospitality. We were surprised with a bottle of champagne and chocolate covered strawberries which were a very nice touch. The property has bikes you can take at your leisure as well as paddle boards and kayaks to enjoy! We wished we stayed a few days instead of one night. But we will definitely be back and bring some friends!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible view of the sea and Knysna Heads, beautifully appointed rooms, helpful and knowledgeable staff - truly the most beautiful hotel I’ve stayed in yet in South Africa.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property and location is stunning! We enjoyed every moment of our stay. The staff were all wonderful, kind and attentive. We felt at home 😊 A special thank you to Ace for waking in the night to greet us long after check in when our fights were 5Hours delayed 🙏
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

R J R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019