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Pezula Nature Retreat

Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and a golf course

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Beach nearby, white sand, beach shuttle, sun loungers
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Pezula Nature Retreat near Knysna Lagoon offers relaxation and adventure. Guests can golf, play volleyball, or visit the spa for hydrotherapy and body wraps. This family-friendly hotel provides activities for all ages.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
Spa

Spa

The on-site spa has 9 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers massages as well as pampering treatments such as aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, and facials. Other on-site facilities include a steam room, a sauna, and a hot tub.

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Terrace/patio

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Terrace/patio

Eco Sky Inter-leading Suite

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Sky Inter-leading Suite

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Nature One Bed Room Suite

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Nature Extra Large Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Sky One Bedroom Residence

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Lake view

Sky Extra Large Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Sky Large Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Terrace/patio

Eco Nature Extra Large Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Terrace/patio

Eco Sky Extra Large Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Nature Large Suite | Terrace/patio

Nature Large Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Eco Nature Large Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Eco Nature Inter-leading Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Terrace/patio

Eco Sky Large Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

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Lagoonview Drive, Sparrebosch, Eastern Head, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • Knysna Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Knysna Lagoon - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Leisure Isle - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront - 11 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Knysna Quays - 11 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Trinity Premium Coffee Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Pezula Nature Retreat

Family-friendly hotel near Knysna Lagoon
Located close to Knysna Golf Club, Pezula Nature Retreat provides a free breakfast buffet, a golf course, and an indoor public bath (no minerals). Active travelers can enjoy horseback riding, volleyball, and rowing/canoeing at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage, hydrotherapy, or aromatherapy. The on-site restaurant, Noah's Bar, features garden views and dinner. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like hiking/biking and kayaking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and designer stores on site.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Tennis courts, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a children's club (surcharge)
  • Wedding services, a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 86 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like pillow menus and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Designer toiletries, deep soaking tubs, and bidets
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Microwaves, digital channels, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Noah's Bar
  • Zachary’s Z Bistro

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,131 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 21 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 650.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 250.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 900 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 250.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 650.0 per day

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 and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub, and guests under 13 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Conrad Pezula
Conrad Pezula Hotel
Conrad Pezula Hotel Knysna
Conrad Pezula Knysna
Pezula
Pezula Conrad
Pezula Hotel Knysna
Pezula Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Pezula Nature Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Pezula Nature Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pezula Nature Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pezula Nature Retreat?

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

What time is check-out at Pezula Nature Retreat?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Pezula Nature Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM–6:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 900 per vehicle applies.

Where is Pezula Nature Retreat located?

This family-friendly Knysna hotel is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Golf Club. Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Pezula Nature Retreat Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 192 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time at Pezula Nature Retreat. The staff were exceptional! The sevice was top notch! We plan to come back as we gad a fantastic experience!
Eco friendly
Beautiful atmosphere and surroundings!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lwazi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil spot to get away and unplug. It’s a really good place to go when you want to take a step back from a busy life and just relax and enjoy the finer things in life. The wonderful staff are ever ready to assist and the food is exceptional. Will be making a return trip
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great place to stay

Return trip to this wonderful hotel great location large rooms lovely views great food and friendly staff Lee at reception goes the extra mile to make your stay exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean with nice room view. Excellent Spa facility, and the service was excellent which made our stay memorable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicol Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the property!! Had a great time with my family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

G

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

Fantastic Hotel

Fantastic hotel in the most beautiful part the world. Only issue was no hot water to a take a bath & when asked to have it sorted out, nothing was done:(
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pezula Nature Hotel & Spa impressed us with the dual-room adjoining family suite. Plenty of room and upscale furnishings. The restaurant had a great breakfast each morning, a buffet as well as option to order. We had a car rental and went to several sanctuaries in the area. Spa was beautiful and relatively inexpensive. The grounds are kept exceptionally well. If you are in the George/Knysna area, this is a great choice for a hotel in a central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel!!!! We were treated like royalty. There was a glitch when we arrived and they showed our reservation had been cancelled. It was a mistake and they got it sorted out and all turned out great! Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a unique property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is unique
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nicol Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stay regularly at Pezula Hotel and this was the worst ever We booked an interleading family room. In the kids bedroom there were 💩 on the wall next to toilet. Our bed was horrible and hard...kettle not working. We phoned reception to send the golfcart to collect our luggage at check out..non excisting...did not even pitch. We carried all luggage up to our car. Arrived at breakfast we ordered 2x cuppachinos. Staff where shouting an arguing in front of us....we did not get our cappuchinos...I went and asked again where it is and still after another 10min we left without coffee.. Personally It sounded like 1 staff member were not sober. We did not receive the R399 credit..I did asked them about it.. So sad that our favourite Hotel in Knysna was the worst experience ever
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr freundliches Personal, toller Blick
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aakila

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muziwakhe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Danilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thiren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fabrizio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sean

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

Don’t visit the restaurant! Bad service and food…

Super lækkert hotel! Restauranten kan IKKE anbefales, virkelig dårlige betjening samt dårlig mad :(
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

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