How many easter accommodation options are there in Knysna?

There are 22 easter accommodation options listed in Knysna, South Africa. Browse all listings with photos, prices and direct contact details on HolidayStays.

What does easter accommodation in Knysna cost per night?

Prices for easter accommodation in Knysna range from R960 to R3,070 per night. The average nightly rate is R1,799. Enquire directly with properties for the best rates.

Is there beach accommodation in Knysna?

Yes, Knysna has accommodation within 7km of the beach. Filter by 'Beach' on the search page to see coastal properties.

Are there pet-friendly places to stay in Knysna?

Some properties in Knysna welcome pets. Look for the pet-friendly tag on individual listings, or contact properties directly to confirm their pet policy.

How do I book accommodation in Knysna?

On HolidayStays you enquire directly with properties — there are no booking fees or middlemen. Find a property you like, click 'Enquire' and the owner will respond with availability and rates.

How much does Easter accommodation in Knysna cost?

Easter accommodation in Knysna currently ranges from R960 to R3,070 per night, with an average of R1,799 per night. There are 22 properties listed across areas including Knysna Central, Leisure Island, The Heads, and the Waterfront.

Where is the best area to stay in Knysna over Easter?

The most popular areas are the Waterfront (restaurants and shops on foot), Leisure Island (lagoon views, quieter), The Heads (ocean scenery, needs a car), and Knysna Central (best if you plan day trips). Your choice depends on whether you want to walk everywhere or are happy driving.

Is Easter a busy time in Knysna?

Easter is busy but noticeably less crowded than December. Accommodation books up weeks in advance, but restaurants and hiking trails are far more accessible. Autumn temperatures in the low-to-mid 20s and calm lagoon conditions make it one of the better times to visit Knysna.

Easter Accommodation in Knysna | Long Weekend Getaways – 22 Properties

22 properties found · Showing 1–20 · Knysna Guide

Knysna in autumn is a different experience to the December rush — cooler, quieter, and genuinely more enjoyable. Easter weekend draws visitors looking for a shorter break on the Garden Route without school holiday crowds. There are 22 properties currently available for Easter across Knysna Central, Leisure Island, The Heads, and the Waterfront, with rates from R960 to R3,070 per night and an average around R1,799. Whether you need a self-catering unit near the lagoon or a guesthouse within walking distance of restaurants, the current listings cover most budgets and group sizes.

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White multistory building with trees and a clear sky in the background

Russel Hotel

Hotel Knysna

From R1,020

Russel Hotel

Hotel Knysna · < 1km from Knysna

From R1,020

Swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and lounge chairs under a clear sky

Toiletries including soap lotion and shampoo on a white towel

Hotel room with two beds TV and bedside tables

Hotel room with two beds armchair vanity and wallmounted TV

A modern 3-star accommodation in Knysna, within walking distance of popular attractions, with free private parking. Rooms include air-conditioning, marble bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. A traditional South African breakfast is included.

Sleeps 10 Children welcome

Modern hotel room with bed desk TV and open bathroom area

aha Rex Hotel

Hotel Knysna Central

aha Rex Hotel

Hotel Knysna Central · < 1km from Knysna

Swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas by a building

Modern hotel room with bed desk TV and large window view

Rocky beach with waves green hills and buildings in the background

Modern living room with large windows contemporary furniture and warm lighting

Nestled in Knysna's stunning Garden Route, the aha Rex Hotel offers luxurious accommodation with timeless elegance and top-notch comforts. Holiday seekers relish its prime location for exploring beaches, reserves, and festivals, ensuring an unforgettable escape.

Sleeps 112

Modern buildings near a waterfront with boats and hills in the background

Knysna Lagoon Holidays

Self-catering Knysna Central

Knysna Lagoon Holidays

Self-catering Knysna Central · < 1km from Knysna

Sunset over a calm sea with distant mountains and a clear sky

Boats anchored in a calm bay with hills and sky in the background

Boat docked at a wooden pier on a calm lake with hills in background

Houses and boats along a calm waterfront at dusk

In Knysna's breathtaking Garden Route, holiday seekers discover luxurious accommodation on Thesen and Leisure Islands, surrounded by mountains and lagoons. Enjoy hiking, canoeing, and relaxing by the pool for an unforgettable escape! Contact for your perfect stay.

Sleeps 12

Modern house with garden potted plants and illuminated windows at dusk

Hillview Self-catering Apartments

Lodge Knysna

Hillview Self-catering Apartments

Lodge Knysna · < 1km from Knysna

Balcony with table plant and city view through large windows

Modern bathroom with double sinks mirror shower and white robes on hooks

Bathroom with wooden bathtub robes and adjacent bedroom with double bed

Cozy living room with black sofa wooden coffee table and bedroom in background

A holiday seeker embarks on an exhilarating adventure, discovering hidden gems like pristine beaches and bustling markets, where comfortable accommodation options—from quaint cottages to lavish resorts—await to make every moment unforgettable.

Pet friendly Children welcome

Black and white landscape with a bird flying over hills and blurred foreground

Candlewood Knysna

Guest house Knysna

From R2,080

Candlewood Knysna

Guest house Knysna · 1.2km from Knysna

From R2,080

Cozy bedroom with a large bed pillows wardrobe and bedside lamp

Neatly made bed with floral pillows in a bright bedroom with open door

Rolled napkin with a string on a wooden table next to a plate

Award-winning eco-friendly B&B accommodation on a small hill in Knysna, on South Africa's Garden Route. Views from the property overlook the Knysna Lagoon and the famous Knysna Heads.

Sleeps 20

House with a swimming pool and palm trees at sunset

Tides End Manor House

Villa Knysna

From R2,635

Tides End Manor House

Villa Knysna · 1.3km from Knysna

From R2,635

Tides End Manor House is luxury accommodation in Knysna, with capacity for up to 16 people.

Sleeps 14 Children welcome

Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa

Hotel Knysna

Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa

Hotel Knysna · 1.3km from Knysna

Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa is a boutique 5 star hotel in Knysna. It offers guests luxurious accommodation options, exceptional cuisine, stunning panoramas, a range of world-class facilities. The property provides a unique holiday experience.

Sleeps 14 Children welcome

Swimming pool with deck chairs white railing and scenic view of greenery and hills

Hideaway Guest House

Guest house Knysna

From R1,960

Hideaway Guest House

Guest house Knysna · 1.6km from Knysna

From R1,960

Bedroom with large bed pillows and a view of a balcony and greenery

Twostory house with a swimming pool and white railings surrounded by trees

Bedroom with two beds wooden decor and a view of a balcony

Two chairs and a table on a balcony overlooking a pool and lake

Hide-Away Guest House is a newly renovated 4 Star TGCSA graded guesthouse with 7 well-appointed ensuite rooms. It offers complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout, a small unheated pool and secure parking. This accommodation is within walking distance of Knysna town center and waterfront.

Sleeps 10 Children welcome

Sunset over a harbor with boats colorful sky and distant hills

Paradise Found

Guest house Knysna

From R1,800

Paradise Found

Guest house Knysna · 1.6km from Knysna

From R1,800

Paradise Found is a 4-unit B&B and self-catering accommodation property in the suburb of Paradise, Knysna, with panoramic views over the Knysna Lagoon, Harbour and Heads from every unit.

Sleeps 6 Pet friendly

Evening view of a coastal town with illuminated plants and buildings

Big Tree House Lodge

Lodge Knysna

From R1,150

Big Tree House Lodge

Lodge Knysna · 1.8km from Knysna

From R1,150

Cozy living room with sofa TV and large windows overlooking a scenic view

Wooden balcony with table chairs and view of town and river

Wooden bedroom with large windows bed lamp and adjacent living area

Scenic view of a lake with hills and buildings in the background

Big Tree House Lodge offers self-catering accommodation in Knysna on the Garden Route. The property comprises four timber-framed units with views over the Knysna lagoon and through the Knysna Heads. It received a 2020 HotelsCombined Recognition of Excellence.

Sleeps 22 Children welcome

Modern living room with dining area large windows and mountain view

Guadeloupe Self-Catering Apartments

Apartment Knysna

From R1,400

Guadeloupe Self-Catering Apartments

Apartment Knysna · 2.1km from Knysna

From R1,400

Sunset reflecting on a calm lake with trees in the background

Kitchen with dining table chairs and a view of hills through sliding doors

Wooden table with lemons on a balcony overlooking a lake and hills

Patio with table chairs and hanging shell decorations surrounded by potted flowers

Guadeloupe Self Catering Apartments & Cottages is a luxury 4-star self-catering establishment with 2 cottages and 4 double volume loft style apartments. Built overlooking Knysna lagoon, it is 2.5 km from town centre, surrounded by belt trees, providing stylish, comfortable accommodation.

Sleeps 14 Children welcome

Aerial view of waterfront buildings with docks and boats surrounded by greenery

Knysna Lagoon Self-Catering Apartments

Self-catering Waterfront

From R1,841

Knysna Lagoon Self-Catering Apartments

Self-catering Waterfront · 2.6km from Knysna

From R1,841

Row of modern waterfront apartments with a wooden dock in the foreground

Boats docked at a pier with green grass and a paved path in foreground

Lake view with boats grassy area and paved walkway

Patio with table and chairs overlooking a marina and mountains

Laguna Grove Holiday Rentals provides self-catering waterfront accommodation near the Knysna Waterfront. Every apartment has uninterrupted views over the lagoon, the Heads, and the quays. Two and three-bedroom options are available.

Sleeps 38 Children welcome

Bright living room with sectional sofa large windows and view of pool outside

Villa Leisure

Villa Leisure Island

Villa Leisure

Villa Leisure Island · 3.5km from Knysna

Modern house with swimming pool lounge chairs and lush greenery in sunny weather

Wooden dining table with chairs in a modern kitchen with a lantern centerpiece

Modern house with pool and garden in a scenic hilly area

Aerial view of houses with a pool near a lake and hills

Nestled on Leisure Island in Knysna, Villa Leisure offers ideal accommodation for holiday seekers, featuring three bedrooms, a child-fenced pool, and stunning lagoon views. Explore nearby beaches, kayak adventures, and lush forests for an unforgettable escape.

Sleeps 6

Dining area with wooden table wicker chairs and open view to outdoor patio

African Breeze Guesthouse

Guest house Knysna

From R1,500

African Breeze Guesthouse

Guest house Knysna · 3.7km from Knysna

From R1,500

Cozy living room with fireplace wicker chairs and patterned rug

Cozy bedroom with kitchenette sofa and neatly made bed with towels

Cozy bedroom with a large bed patterned rug and bedside tables with lamps

Wooden hammock in a sunny backyard with plants and a house in the background

African Breeze Guesthouse on Leisure Isle, Knysna, provides Bed & Breakfast and Self Catering accommodation. The guesthouse is a minute's walk from the Knysna lagoon, within the Garden Route.

Sleeps 8 Children welcome

House with outdoor seating overlooking a lake and hills at dusk

Isola Bella

Guest house Knysna

From R1,600

Isola Bella

Guest house Knysna · 4km from Knysna

From R1,600

White chairs on a balcony overlooking a lake at dusk with lights on railing

Houses along a waterfront with a road and lush greenery

Beach with clear blue water mountains in the background and a partly cloudy sky

Modern house by the water with hills and sunset in the background

This accommodation on Leisure Isle offers a commanding view of Knysna's lagoon. Double bedrooms each have an ensuite bathroom and open onto private balconies. A guest lounge extends onto a spacious balcony overlooking the lagoon. Italian-speaking hostess Marisa provides hospitality.

Sleeps 20 Children welcome

Modern deck with pool wicker furniture and scenic sunset over mountains and water

Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel

Boutique Hotel Knysna

From R2,370

Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel

Boutique Hotel Knysna · 4.1km from Knysna

From R2,370

Modern patio with pool lounge chairs and wicker seating near a house

Dining table with red flowers glassware and ocean view through large windows

Rocky coastline with clear blue water and green vegetation under a sunny sky

Modern white beach house with large windows and a wellmaintained garden

Amanzi Island Lodge on Leisure Isle's waterfront offers accommodation with 13 well-appointed suites and 2 self-catering apartments. Guests enjoy views over Knysna Lagoon towards the Heads, plus bed-and-breakfast service in a guest house setting.

Sleeps 31 Children welcome

Balcony with table chairs and umbrella overlooking a scenic sunset and mountains

Beacon House Knysna

Apartment Knysna

Beacon House Knysna

Apartment Knysna · 4.6km from Knysna

Modern white building on a cliff overlooking the ocean at dusk

Wooden table with chairs on a balcony overlooking the ocean under a large umbrella

Modern living room with large windows striped chairs and ocean view

Sunset view from a balcony overlooking mountains and water

Beacon House offers luxury 3 bedroom self-catering apartments and 2 luxurious 4 bedroom en suite penthouses on Eastern Head, where the Indian Ocean enters Knysna lagoon through sandstone headlands known as the Heads. It provides accommodation with water views.

Sleeps 40 Children welcome

Beachfront house with redtiled roof surrounded by greenery and palm trees

Old Beach House Hotel

Hotel The Heads

Old Beach House Hotel

Hotel The Heads · 4.6km from Knysna

Sandy beach with calm water distant mountains and clear blue sky

Aerial view of a house with solar panels on the roof

Coastal landscape with calm water distant hills and buildings under a clear sky

Modern threestory house with redtiled roof and balconies surrounded by greenery

At the Old Beach House Hotel, holiday seekers can indulge in luxurious accommodation like Beach Cottage or Lemon Tree Cottage on Knysna Lagoon, enjoying breathtaking sunset views, boating adventures, and wildlife spotting for an unforgettable escape.

Sleeps 14

Cozy bedroom with large bed desk TV and scenic view through window

Villa Castollini

Guesthouse

Villa Castollini

Guesthouse · 4.8km from Knysna

Cozy bedroom with large bed artwork and view of a lake through a window

Bedroom with large windows overlooking a scenic view decorated with patterned pillows

Cozy bedroom with large bed pillows and view of garden through sliding doors

Bedroom with large window view of lake mountains and cloudy sky

At Villa Castollini in Knysna, holiday seekers revel in luxurious accommodation with panoramic estuary views, tailored adventures, and serene sunsets—perfect for weddings or ultimate relaxation in a Tuscan-inspired haven.

Sleeps 16

Houses on a green hillside overlooking a rocky coastline and ocean

Headlands House

Guest house Knysna

From R3,070

Headlands House

Guest house Knysna · 4.8km from Knysna

From R3,070

Coastal town with colorful buildings on cliffs overlooking turquoise ocean waters

Headlands House is a six-room guest house accommodation at the Knysna Heads, offering uninterrupted views directly through the Heads and over the Knysna Lagoon, managed since 1999.

Sleeps 16 Children welcome

About Knysna

Knysna features a stunning lagoon and surrounding forests that attract nature lovers and adventurers. The area provides opportunities for boating and hiking, making it ideal for a relaxing getaway. With its mix of wildlife and coastal vibes, it's a solid choice for those seeking a break from city life.

Best Areas to Stay in Knysna Over Easter

Knysna has distinct pockets and the right one depends entirely on what you want from the weekend. The Waterfront puts restaurants, the market, and the water within walking distance — practical if you don't want to think about parking every time you leave. Leisure Island sits inside the lagoon with water on multiple sides, making it popular with families and couples who want calm surroundings without being far from town. The Heads offers dramatic views over the ocean entrance to the lagoon, but you'll need a car to get anywhere. Knysna Central is the most flexible base if you're planning day trips to Sedgefield, Wilderness, or Plettenberg Bay across the four-day weekend.

What Knysna Is Like in Autumn

April temperatures in Knysna sit in the low-to-mid 20s during the day with cool evenings — bring a light jacket. Rain can arrive, but it tends to pass quickly. The forests are dense and green after summer, the lagoon is calm, and the oyster beds are producing well. Easter falls in the tail end of summer tourism, which means restaurants have available tables, hiking trails at Harkerville and Featherbed are uncrowded, and accommodation is easier to book than anything in December. It's a genuinely good time to be in the area.

Things to Do Over Easter Weekend

The Knysna Waterfront typically runs Good Friday and Easter Saturday markets with local food and craft vendors. The Featherbed Nature Reserve runs guided walks during long weekends and needs advance booking. Kayaking and paddleboarding on the lagoon are practical in autumn since the water holds warmth from summer. The Knysna Elephant Park runs daily tours year-round, which works well for families with kids. If you want a day out, Plettenberg Bay is 30 minutes east and Wilderness is 45 minutes west — both easy from a Knysna base.

How to Book Smart for Easter in Knysna

Easter fills faster than people expect. The 22 current listings range from R960 to R3,070 per night, but the lower end books out first — if budget matters, book early and check whether a minimum stay applies. Some properties require the full long weekend, which can be expensive if you only need two nights. Self-catering units on Leisure Island or near The Heads typically offer better value for groups than separate hotel rooms in town. Easter Monday is usually the quietest day, so adding Monday night to your booking often costs less than Friday or Saturday rates.

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