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Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Interior detail
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Lagoon View | View from room
Interior
Amanzi Island Lodge offers a peaceful getaway with English breakfast and daily manager's reception. Enjoy two outdoor pools, a garden, and a library. Bicycle rentals make exploring easy, and the staff is praised for their attentive service.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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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

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
Down duvet
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lagoon View

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

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)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Lagoon View

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)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Garden view

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Lagoon View

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Lagoon View

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

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Terrace, Garden View

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

Deluxe Suite, Terrace, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 96 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lagoon View

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

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Knysna, Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel is next to a golf course and near the beach. Knysna Golf Club and Knysna Quays are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Kayaking, sailing, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
31 Cearn Drive, Leisure Isle, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • Leisure Isle - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Eastern Head View Point - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Pezula Golf Club - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Knysna Quays - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bosun's Pub & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪34 South - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel

Upscale guesthouse adjacent to a golf course
Consider a stay at Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel and take advantage of free English breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a library.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a computer station
  • Luggage storage, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 49-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per room, roundtrip fee applies.

Where is Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel located?

With direct access to the beach, this Knysna guesthouse is next to a golf course, steps from Leisure Isle, Knysna Lagoon, and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Bollard Bay and Knysna Golf Club are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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