Holiday Stays

Easter Accommodation in Knysna | Long Weekend Getaways – 180 Properties — page 2 of 9

Property / Building

Sunset On The Water

Apartment Central Knysna Thesen Island
Bird's eye view

The Glen Getaway

Villa Central Knysna Brenton on Lake
Brenton on Sea Chalet in Knysna

Brenton on Sea Chalet

Self-catering Central Knysna Brenton-on-Sea
From R3,471

Double Dutch Bed & Breakfast

Bed and Breakfast Central Knysna
From R2,343
Modern apartment complex with balconies set in a hilly residential area at dusk
Star Star Star Star

Overmeer Guesthouse Knysna

Guesthouse Central Knysna Knysna
From R1,160
Knysna Belle in Knysna

Knysna Belle

Guesthouse Central Knysna Leisure Island
From R1,900
Alkira Luxury Lodge & Villa in Knysna

Alkira Luxury Lodge & Villa

Lodge Central Knysna Pioneer Park
From R7,500

Brenton Bushbuck Lookout

Self-catering Central Knysna
From R1,450
Container Retreat in Knysna

Container Retreat

Self-catering Central Knysna
From R2,750
Sunnymeade Guest House in Knysna

Sunnymeade Guest House

Self-catering Central Knysna Heuwelkruin
From R1,250 R1,065
Somervreug Guesthouse in Knysna

Somervreug Guesthouse

Guesthouse Central Knysna Knysna Heights
From R3,480
Moncrieff Manor in Knysna

Moncrieff Manor

Guesthouse Central Knysna Knysna Heights
From R2,000
Orange Inn Knysna in Knysna

Orange Inn Knysna

Guesthouse Central Knysna
From R1,226
Footprints of Knysna in Knysna

Footprints of Knysna

Self-catering Central Knysna
From R785
St James of Knysna in Knysna

St James of Knysna

Boutique Hotel Central Knysna
From R4,050
Badger's Lodge in Knysna

Badger's Lodge

Lodge Central Knysna
From R984
Bergsig Bed & Breakfast in Knysna

Bergsig Bed & Breakfast

Bed and Breakfast Central Knysna
From R1,550
The Milkwood Collection in Knysna

The Milkwood Collection

Self-catering Central Knysna The Heads
From R1,850
Brenton Breakers in Knysna

Brenton Breakers

Villa Central Knysna
From R2,700
Brenton on Rocks Guesthouse in Knysna

Brenton on Rocks Guesthouse

Guesthouse Central Knysna
From R1,700

180 properties found · Showing 21–40

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.

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.