Holiday Stays

St James of Knysna

Holiday Stays Score: 4.0 / 5
Boutique Hotel Knysna · Western Cape

About

Five-star country house on the Knysna Lagoon, 2.5 km from town centre. Owner-run bed-and-breakfast accommodation with multiple suite types, waterside gardens, and lagoon views.

Accommodation

The Sylvester Executive Suite features bedroom, lounge, kitchen, and private office (90 m²). Manor House Suites (42–60m²) offer king-size beds and lounges. Courtyard Suites (29–55m²) have king or double beds. All include en suite bathrooms, smart TV with Netflix, mini bar, electronic safe, and direct-dial telephone.

Facilities

Two swimming pools, private jetty with pontoon barge for 90-minute complimentary lagoon cruises, breakfast room, lounge with board games, bar serving South African wines and local gins, gift boutique, putting green, fitness facility, and complimentary waterfront shuttle. Full English or Continental breakfast included. Canoeing, croquet, and pétanque available.

Location & Surroundings

On the Knysna Lagoon 2.5 km from town centre, within Garden Route National Park. Close to championship golf courses Simola, Pezula, and Knysna Golf Club. Buffalo Bay blue flag beach is nearest. Biologically rich estuary with 200+ bird species, surrounded by indigenous forests, fynbos heathland, mountains, and beaches.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 11:00
Children: Allowed

Rooms

The Sylvester Suite

Beautufully appointed private apartment with twin dressing rooms, and office. Wonderful views of the Knysna lagoon from your large private balcony

King x 1
From
R25,920

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne

Superior Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security

King x 1
From
R13,088

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Set on the ground floor of The Manor House, with lovely patio over looking the Knysna Lagoon, Superior Suite 7 is 45²m. King size Tempur bed; en suite bathroom with bath, shower, and bathrobes; Smart

King x 1
From
R13,088

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 10

Deluxe Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security S

King x 1
From
R12,040

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 16

Superior Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security

King x 1
From
R13,088

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 17

Superior Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security

King x 1
From
R13,088

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 18

Superior Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security

King x 1
From
R13,088

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

Deluxe Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security S

King x 1
From
R12,040

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Deluxe Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security S

King x 1
From
R12,040

Superior Suite - Garden Facing - 15

Superior Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security

King x 1
From
R14,913

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 2

Deluxe Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security S

Double x 2
From
R12,040

Deluxe Suite - Garden Facing - 3

Deluxe Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security S

King x 1
From
R12,040

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Stunning views across the Knysna Lagoon.

King x 1
From
R12,040

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Stunning view across The Knysna Lagoon

King x 1
From
R12,040

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Ground floor suite with lovely view of the Knysna Lagoon

King x 1
From
R13,088

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 8

Junior Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security S

Double x 2
From
R8,820

Junior Suite - Courtyard Facing - 9

Junior Suite - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Security S

Double x 2
From
R8,820

Standard Double Room - Garden Facing - 1

Standard Double Room - Private Bath, Separate Shower, Mini Bar, selected DSTV Satellite Television Channels, International Direct Dial Telephone, Hair-Dryers, Bath Robes, Iron and Ironing Board and Se

King x 1
From
R8,100

Location

Address

The Point, Knysna, Western Cape

Get Directions → Knysna Guide →

Directions

Located on The Point in Knysna. Approximately 500 km from Cape Town and 260 km from Port Elizabeth via the N2 highway.

Full directions →

Features

Lagoon Views Eco-friendly Toiletries Owner-run Five-star Rated Breakfast Included (full English Or Continental) Breakfast Served 08:00–09:45 Complimentary 90-minute Lagoon Cruise For In-house Guests Complimentary Shuttle To Knysna Waterfront Poolside Bar And Snack Service Light Refreshments Available Throughout The Day Biodegradable Alternatives To Single-use Plastics

Activities

Swimming Bird Watching Canoeing Croquet Kiteboarding Paddling Lagoon Cruises Board Games Putting Green Pétanque

Amenities

Wi-Fi Swimming Pool Bar Lounge Gym Breakfast Room Gardens Sun Loungers Putting Green Solar Power System Gift Boutique Private Jetty Borehole Water System Lagoon Deck Pétanque Court