Lagoon Lodge
Location: 140 Old Cape Road, Knysna, za
Star Rating: 8.7 Stars
Property Type: Bed and breakfasts
About this Property
Exquisite Views and Relaxing Atmosphere
Luxurious Accommodation
The rooms at Lagoon Lodge offer a comfortable stay with modern amenities like satellite TV and mini fridge. Some rooms even provide a private balcony with stunning garden and lagoon views, perfect for a tranquil retreat.
Delicious Dining and Outdoor Activities
Indulge in a 3-course breakfast served daily in the dining room or on the main balcony overlooking the picturesque lagoon. For outdoor enthusiasts, the lodge offers Braai/BBQ facilities in the garden and is conveniently located near Knysna Marina for dining and entertainment options.
Convenient Location and Charming Decor
Situated just a short drive from Plettenberg Bay and Robberg Nature Reserve, Lagoon Lodge offers easy access to nearby attractions. Inside, the lodge boasts a cozy seating area adorned with wooden furnishings, artwork, and vintage-style lounges, creating a warm and inviting ambiance.
Experience serenity and comfort at Lagoon Lodge - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!
Important Information
Children can only be accommodated in the Economy Apartment, not in any other rooms.Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.
Policies
Check-in: 01:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Safety deposit box
- Adult only
- Outdoor furniture
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Key access
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Free wired internet
- Golfing on site
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
- Japanese garden
Rooms Available
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Economy Apartment
Located beneath the breakfast hall, this apartment is on the terrace level and offers views of the lagoon and the garden. It has a satellite TV, a kitchenette with a mini fridge and a microwave, and an private bathroom.
This room has 2 single beds in the main bedroom and 1 single bed in the open-plan kitchen area.
Please note that this unit is located below the communal/shared breakfast hall and may be affected by noise. Set of steps to be taken to get to the room.
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Barbecue
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
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Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View (Balcony)
1 King Bed
215-sq-foot room, balcony with lagoon views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Satellite channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and refrigerator (on request)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe and wardrobe or closet
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
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Standard Double Room, Lagoon View
1 King Bed
215-sq-foot room with lagoon views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Satellite channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and refrigerator (on request)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe and wardrobe or closet
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
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Room, Lagoon View (Self-catering)
1 King Bed
215-sq-foot room with lagoon views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Satellite channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe and wardrobe or closet
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
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Double Room with Garden View
This room has an private bathroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a kitchenette equipped with a fridge and microwave.
Guests have access to the shared balcony with garden and lagoon views, as well as shared BBQ facilities in the garden. Set of steps to be taken to get to the room.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Barbecue
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
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Double Room
This room features a private balcony and an private bathroom. It is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a mini fridge. Guests have access to a shared lounge area. Set of steps to be taken to get to the room.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Barbecue
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
-
Double Room with Shared Balcony
This room has an private bathroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a mini fridge. Guests have access to the shared main balcony with garden and stunning lagoon views.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Barbecue
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
Guest Reviews
- Jan (9/5): Prachtig verblijf met mooi uitzicht op lagune - Uitzicht vanaf ons balkonnetje. We kregen een gratis upgrate., en mochten kiezen uit 3 kamers Ook de vriendelijkheid van gastheer die ons veel heeft uitgelegd over de omgeving Nvt
- Lindy (10/5): Awesome stay - Awesome place to stay, view of the lagoon. Room cosy, neath and spacious. Breakfast amazing
- Rowan (10/5): - Sble to help with a last minute booking and late arrival time -- thank you Lagoon Lodge team!.
- Garth (10/5): - Everything exceeded my expectation.
- LAURENT (9/5): Accueil exceptionnel. Hotel charmant et confortable. A recommander sans hésitation. - Situé à l’entrée de Knysna (très facile à trouver), cet hotel est logé dans une vieille maison historique (soit-disant une des plus anciennes de Knysna), très bien décorée avec beaucoup de charme. La situation est idéale comme point d’attache pour visiter la région.
L’accueil de Josh est juste parfait. Il est toujours disponible, très avenant et est intarissable de bons conseils sur les visites, les restaurants, les coins à voir absolument… et il vous prépare le matin « la meilleure omelette du monde » (c’est lui qui le dit !) avec un petit déjeuner succulent qu’on prend sur la terrasse au bord du lac.
Les chambres assez grandes, très bien décorée et équipées et très confortables avec une grande salle de bain et un grand balcon qui donne sur le lac. La literie est très confortable.
C’est un endroit à recommander sans hésitation si vous passez à Knysna. Seul bémol, la proximité de la route nationale fait qu’il y a beaucoup de bruit la nuit (les camions) et le week-end, le bar juste en face propose de la musique live jusque 22h qu’on entend aussi très bien !
- Harker (8/5): - Comfortable room with an excellent view. The host/owner was very friendly and present.
- Colin (8/5): -
- Brian (8/5): Short stay - Friendliness of Appel and staff All gud
- Khan (9/5): Loved Knysna, would definitely stay longer ! - Breakfast was great !
Knysna is SO beautiful
We didn't have much time, the owner suggested where to go which was really helpful
Definitely would stay longer in Knysna next time Cleanliness in the room. Needed that extra bit of freshness
- Chris (7/5): Excellent overnight location - Very well located The interior is a little bit on the older side but still very clean and tidy
- Juan-mario (10/5): - Ausstattung und Ambiente waren sehr gut. Sehr gutes Frühstück. Äusserst zuvorkommendes, nettes Personal. Die Tipps für Sehenswertes und spezielle Locations in Knysna waren spitze!
- Marco (8/5): - Nicely located and great views A bit outdated
- Govender (10/5): - The host was brilliant with some excellent suggestions on things to do in the town
- Karen (10/5): - They were kind enough to change our room as I really couldn't manage any stairs. The breakfast was great and the room and bathroom are spacious. Lovely to stay in. Definitely a must!
- Galindo Thibault (9/5): - Nous avons adoré l’attention portée à la qualité du service client. Le propriétaire est très gentil et sympathique. Le petit déjeuner est délicieux et le rapport qualité-prix est excellent. Merci John !
- Marara (8/5): Nice place to be and can recommend to someone - Breakfast was good. Apple easy to communicate with. Give best ideas or suggestions on places to visit while on vacation. Water supply is very much challenging
- Olwethu (10/5): -
- MADALENA (10/5): Wonderful staff and had a lovely unit with everything we needed. Awesome start to our holiday. - The staff where amazing, Appel was very friendly and accomodateing with our request for a late checkin as we arrrived late from the airport. The staff were amazing. Your beds are so comfortable , really good. The room was clean and had everything we needed. Breakfast was lovely. Thank you so much. Everything was lovely.
- Jack (8/5): -
- Wilhelm (8/5): Comfortable and pleasant - The views Stairs
- Yeye (9/5): -
- Julian (10/5): - Location excellent
Friendly staff
Very comfortable
Great breakfast
- Haha (10/5): -
- PatriciaButler (10/5): - Very friendly owner, room was clean and comfy, breakfast was superb N/A
- Sabine (8/5): -
- Fundiswa (10/5): - I like the View of Lagoon so beautiful and what the sunset outside. Nothing
- Karan (10/5): Perfect stay in Knysna! Great view and welcoming people! - Everything! Friendly and welcoming people! Perfect Location with view of a lagoon! Clean and tidy rooms!
- Arwin (10/5): - - freundliche Gastgeber
- schöne Aussicht
- leckeres Frühstück
- B (9/5): - The view was fabulous. The staff and breakfast were wonderful
- Patrick (10/5): -
- Alberto (10/5): - The hotel is located in a peaceful area with a beautiful view of the estuary and is not close to the Waterfront, though if you have a car this won’t be a problem. Uber is also easy to find there.
Breakfast is delicious, and I highly recommend the "world-famous inn omelets."
Mr. Appel is not only very attentive but also extremely charismatic. We highly recommend it.
- Lili (10/5): Beautiful spot with cozy rooms and a perfect view! We enjoyed a lovely breakfast outside and would definetly come again. - Stunning view, nice owner, Perfect Service
- Ian (8/5): Great value for money - For the price this was just what I needed for a 1 night stay, Had a nice view of the bay from the balcony outside my room. Breakfast was good and they did not want you to go away hungry. On the outskirts of town but is only a quick drive. Thicker curtains would have been nice, they were very thin. The patio area is shared with other guests so anyone can look into your room.
- Hloba (8/5): - I like the view to the sea There was a water crisis and the way the manager handled the matter was not professional
- Belinda (9/5): - Lagoon Lodge doesn't disappoint - always a great welcome, good breakfast and comfy beds
- Sarah (8/5): Great location and good value - Great location, friendly staff and
Breakfast was excellent Room below dining room was noisy. Could hear all movements and TV
- Anton (10/5): Bisher die beste Unterkunft auf unserem Trip durch Südafrika - Sauber, tolles Frühstück, sehr freundlicher Gastgeber, der sehr gute Empfehlungen gab
- Kiran Sahu (9/5): Lovely place to stay - Lovely stay around Knysna with great views
- Tarek (10/5): شكرا لكم - مكان جميل جدا وراقي واطلاله جميله وغرف مريحه وكانت اقامتي لمده 5 ايام سعيده الفطار لم يكن به تنوع فقط البيض بكل طرق تسويته
- Chris (9/5): -
- Eduardo (8/5): Prática e confortável - Localização ótima e excelente atendimento.
- Rudi Prinsloo (10/5): -
- Stefan (8/5): -
- chidi (10/5): -
- Lizette (8/5): -
- sebastien guesdon (8/5): - Le cabanon était propre, confortable, spacieux, avec tout l'équipement nécessaire et même plus. Un peu éloigné du centre ville quand on n'est pas véhiculé.
- Elmari Franciska and Abrie (9/5): - breakfast was phenominal lighting could be better in room
- Kudakwashe (9/5): -
- Ronel (8/5): -
- Marta (9/5): -
- Marta (9/5): -
- Mansoer (7/5): - We liked the view . For a one night stay it's fine. Beautiful surroundings. The noise very early in the morning , maybe it's because our room was below the kitchen hence the noise .
- Eike (9/5): Muito bom - Excelente custo benefício, café da manha bom e quarto confortável! Anfitriao excelente, receptivo e deu várias dicas incríveis da cidade. Com certeza voltaria.
- Niccolo (8/5): Consigliato per soggiorni estivi - Posizione con una bella vista, parcheggio vicino alla camera Camera un po fredda
- Marlies Wierenga (8/5): - Fantastisch uitzicht, vriendelijke mensen
- David (6/5): Enjoyed my stay -
- Molefi Makoaba (8/5): - Great place, just off the N2. Mr. Apple was very welcoming. Beautiful view on the lagoon! Nothing
- Boitumelo25 (10/5): Exceptional - Our room had a nice view of the lagoon and the garden , we had our mini kitchen, we had electric blanket, we didn't get cold, room was clean, we had a feast of a buffet breakfast n the hospitality from the staff was marvelous, ooh an our host MR Kruger, knows how to treat his guest so well we felt at home, we definitely bringing our family here very soon. Our shower didn't have hot water, it was just warm water in the morning , maybe they can improve that, but otherwise, nothing to complain about everything was perfect
- Angela (4/5): Disappointing - We stayed at Lagoon Lodge during our visit to Knysna for the Knysna Marathon, and were truly impressed by the friendliness and helpfulness of the manager, he went out of his way to assist us and genuinely cared about our comfort.
However, a word of CAUTION for future guests: if you book a bottom-level room, be aware that the canteen directly above creates quite A LOT of noise you can't escape. While this is mentioned in the fine print on Booking.com, it only truly sinks in when you're there, especially if you're visiting for an event like we were, where rest is essential. Unfortunately, after two sleepless nights, we were too exhausted to take up the manager’s kind offer to move us to alternative accommodation, and decided to cut our trip short.
That said, the views are beautiful and we really couldn’t fault anything else. Just be mindful of the room choice depending on your needs. A big thank you again to the manager, your kindness didn’t go unnoticed.
- Melissa (9/5): Highly recommend! - We stayed at Lagoon Lodge over the Knysna Marathon weekend (also the start of the Oyster festival) and had a lovely experience. The location is perfectly located - just far enough from the hustle and bustle of town to be peaceful and relaxing, but still close enough to easily get to the local restaurants etc.
Our room was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, with a beautiful view of the lagoon. The staff were warm and welcoming, making us feel right at home. Needless to say, we will be back! The bathroom door was a bit tricky to close - one of the magnets didn't seem to be working properly.
- Pete (10/5): Location, location, location. Really convenient for the Knysna Forest Marathon. - Useful to have a little hotplate in the room. Proximity to the restaurant Muse is a real plus. We were there for the Knysna marathon and being able to walk back from the finish was a real plus. Can't say there was anything we did not like. Please provide tea - both Ceylon and Rooibos in the rooms. Also, maybe upgrade the quality of the coffee provided. Not a serious gripe. The room met expectations.
- Marlize (8/5): Very good -
- Shannon (9/5): Superb - I checked in quite late and it was a cold evening, so it was nice to get into a bed that had been preheated with an electric blanket - that really made my day 👌🏻
- Deon (7/5): Good -
- Barry (10/5): Exceptional -
- Johan (9/5): Superb -
- Wessel (9/5): Superb -
- Belinda (10/5): Always excellent - As good as ever ….
Amazing welcome, large comfortable rooms with decent water pressure in the shower and a delicious freshly cooked breakfast Proximity to N2 makes it a little noisy but it’s worth it for the stunning views
- Dan (10/5): A very good experience with good accomodation,nice breakfast and very plesant host - Breakfast very good nothing
- Chris (8/5): Very good - Good Location. Very nice view Only stayed one night.
- Hein (10/5): Exceptional -
- Namratha (10/5): Awesome stay - The host Apple was very friendly and helped us with early check in as well as upgraded our room for free.. Loved the breakfast too.. The view from the room was beautiful... Well maintained property.. Nothing that I can think of
- De (6/5): Pleasant - The road noise was substantial.the shower was Luke warm
- Marco (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful view of the lagoon. Clean rooms. Great breakfast. Friendly staff and owner. The owner gives great advice on what to visit. Very happy. We will be back. Nothing.
- Johann (9/5): Superb - Great location. Excellent host. Very good breakfast. Being so close to the N2 it was a bit noisy
- Barend (9/5): Superb -
- Yvette (10/5): Just a perfect friendly people and great place would definitely recommend this place to anybody and - Breakfast was perfect and staff the best friendliest most enjoyable stay We had a great experience can't say anything could have been better.
- Harold (8/5): Very good -
- Ralph (10/5): Exceptional - Clean comfortable and convenient. Awesome views. Great host. Great breakfast
- Sammy (8/5): Very good -
- Ralph (10/5): Exceptional - The setting. Comfortable and amazing view.
- Diane (7/5): Good - Cannot review Lagoon Lodge accurately because there was a miscommunication with our booking so we were accommodated at another nearby lodge under the same ownership.
Reception ( Frikkie) was exceptionally helpful as was the Manager Appel in finding a solution for us.
Breakfast at Lagoon Lodge was very good and we enjoyed the views from the breakfast room/deck
- Belinda (10/5): Another great stay - Always a great value friendly lodge
Highly recommend
- Lindie (8/5): Beautiful view - Great, clean accommodation. Located next to the N2. The view is stunning.
- Refilwe (10/5): Exceptional -
- Jiang (10/5): Exceptional - Good situation with fantastic views. And the breakfast is really impressing!
- Wisani (7/5): Good -
- Julie (9/5): Comfortable and will definitely re-book - Room - very comfortable
View - very good over the lagoon
Breakfast - sad to have missed this due to having to leave in the early morning Nothing
- Fabio (8/5): Very good - Nice place but needs some maintenance
- Caroline (9/5): I had a fantastic stay here. - The breakfast was amazing.
- Gs (5/5): Very friendly staff and owner. No reception but accessible via phone. Could have been cheaper - Very good bed. Breakfast good. Access terrible stairs. Poor partitions, could hear a snore from another room nearby Stairs. Old fittings. Shower had low low pressure.
- Marie-chantale (10/5): - Very good service, de property is very gentle
- Helen (7/5): Good - Host was super-friendly, informative and accommodating Room was a bit on the small side, but super comfortable with great views
- Jacky (9/5): Accommodation with lagoon view - From management to staff....very friendly ,welcoming and helpful! Brilliant service! Thanks once again for having us. We will be regulars at your accommodation.... Lovely breakfast.....starting with fruit and yoghurt. The chairs we had in our room were a bit wobbly...couldn't really sit on it. My son used it to work on his laptop but found it unsteady. We found a solution though....so no big deal. Just thought I'd mention it. Maybe you can have a look at it.
- Lucy (7/5): In general, the accommodation was not very comfortable. - The room was spacious. The owner of the property was very friendly. They joined single beds to make a double bed/queen be. These single beds were not comfortable at all. They were very hard. Furthermore, the bathroom fan was running all night long even when the bathroom light was off. The bathroom was also too small to maneuver.
- Ronel (9/5): Lovely comfortable guest house. - The good service by the host. Everything was fine!
- Pheme (7/5): Good - I love the view of lagoon was beautiful
- Mrara (7/5): It was fair. - Lagoon views
Nice breakfast
Very helpful host during breakfast, who gave us advice on tourist places around. The assistant receiving us was not warm and did not assist with our luggage though we had an upstairs room.
We were allocated an upstairs room, yet this was not mentioned in the advert, and I happen to have joint problems.
Our room was very small compared to the equivalent upstairs room. We were not given a choice.
- Spencer (10/5): Exceptional -
- Steyn (10/5): Happy Knysna times! - Good location, great value for money, delicious breakfast and fantastic staff. We loved our stay ♥️ The bathroom slide door struggled to close, but it didn’t bother me too much.
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