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Knysna River Club by First Private Stays

4.0 star property

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A room with a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a lake. - Knysna River Club by First Private Stays (Knysna)
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A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with a white countertop, and a hanging light fixture. - Knysna River Club by First Private Stays (Knysna)
A cozy living room with a large mirror, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the outdoors. - Knysna River Club by First Private Stays (Knysna)
A spacious living area with a large mirror, wooden flooring, a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a bar and stools. - Knysna River Club by First Private Stays (Knysna)
At Knysna River Club by First Private Stays, you can look forward to a garden, an arcade/game room, and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Room options

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A pathway leading to a building with a wooden balcony and lush greenery.

1 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 08

  • Lagoon view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a hanging light fixture, and a painting on the wall.

2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 09

  • Lagoon view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a framed artwork of a bird, and a view of greenery outside.

2 Bedroom Lagoon View Family Chalet 20

  • Lagoon view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Knysna, Knysna River Club by First Private Stays is on a lake. Knysna Waterfront and Friday Market are worth checking out if shopping 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. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Knysna travel guide
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Sun Valley Drive, Garden Route, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • A coastal area with a house surrounded by lush greenery and a beach.
    Knysna Lagoon
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A rugged coastline with rocky outcrops and waves crashing against the shore.
    Garden Route National Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A marina with several sailboats docked at sunset.
    Knysna Waterfront
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • A marina with boats docked, a building with 'Springtime Sailing Charters' signage, and a hill in the background.
    Knysna Quays
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Pezula Championship Course
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bosuns Pub
    13 min walk
  • Salt & Petal
    17 min walk
  • Snobs Coffee
    20 min walk
  • The Drydock Food Co
    3 min drive
  • Greef's Butchery
    13 min walk

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Games
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Business center

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 20 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 50.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 300.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 50.00 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
The seasonal pool will be open from January to March

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Knysna River Club by First Private Stays have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Knysna River Club by First Private Stays pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Knysna River Club by First Private Stays?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Knysna River Club by First Private Stays?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Knysna River Club by First Private Stays located?

This family-friendly Knysna chalet is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, Garden Route National Park, and Knysna Lagoon. Knysna Waterfront and Pledge Nature Reserve are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Knysna River Club by First Private Stays Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LUFERN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay at the property. Very neat and nicely decorated with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alastair

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
A 4 star hotel should have a restaurant or be very well maintained. This facility had neither. There is no restaurant close by and the facilities are sub standard. The river is very polluted. Towels were dirty and the unit felt unsecure as it was directly on a thorough-fare.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel ist eine wunderbare Anlage mit vielen kleinen Wohnhäuser und tollem Ausblick.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften enttäuschend

Sehr nettes und zuvorkommendes Personal und Management. Die Holzhütten sind aus dem 90ern und sehr einfach, aber geräumig, mit Terasse, Weber-Grill und sauber. Für uns war es nicht das, was wir uns für den Preis vorgestellt hatten.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Irene

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

Sehr schönes Chalet am Fluss

Sehr gut ausgestattetes Chalet für 4 Personen in wunderschöner Gartenanlage. im Chalet ist alles vorhanden, was man braucht. Die Riverfront mit ihren vielen Lokalen ist in wenigen Autominuten erreicht. Für Kinder wird in der Anlage viel geboten (Minigolf, kleine Papageienvolliere uvm). Von der Terrasse konnte man die Lagune sehen. Alles sehr empfehlenswert.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Hübsche Ferienhaussiedlung am Wasser

Die Bungalows sind sehr grosszügig. Wir hatten zwei Badezimmer. Auf der Terrasse hät es einen Kugelgrill. In Gehdistanz, schön am Wasser entlang, gelangt man zum kleinen Hafen von Knysna. Hier hat es viele Restaurants und Läden.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Junie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very easy walk into town

Very spacious accommodation Large airy living space.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Quaint little get away.

We had a good stay. The location was great. The chalet was really nice too. The only thing we didn't like was the small public jacuzzi and sauna. Only two to three people could get in at a time. The bicycles that we rented were also really old and needed a good service.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

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

Nice hotel close to the laguna and the city.

Very nice place, great staff and chalet very clean and spacious.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alexia

Liked: Cleanliness

Good accommodation

Overall not a bad property. Sleeper couches should be replaced - very uncomfortable.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynn

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

Nice option for families in knysna

This was a great place to spend a night on knysna. Each chalet is very well maintained and spacious. The only issue was the wifi which was limited. We would definitely return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Janine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rupping

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cape town online market

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Murielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Pierre-Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort