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Turbine Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Knysna with 3 restaurants and spa

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Suite | Terrace/patio
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine
Reception
A great choice for a stay in Knysna, Turbine Hotel and Spa features a marina. Guests can grab a bite to eat at one of the 3 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials. Other features of this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a steam room.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Marina
  • Near the beach
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • Babysitting
  • 24-hour business center

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Kitchenette
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
The current price is $221
$257 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Why we love this property

Pure spa serenity
Aromatherapy, body wraps, and Swedish massages await at this hotel's full-service spa. The garden and steam room complete the serene wellness sanctuary.
Lakeside luxury design
Marvel at the curated decor of this luxury hotel with its peaceful garden views. Boats bob gently at the marina, completing the lakeside aesthetic.
Luxurious sleep retreat
Sinking into premium bedding after turndown service creates a dreamy escape. The hotel's curated decor and minibar elevate this luxury experience.

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Knysna Quays - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Leisure Isle - 17 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 24 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 34 min drive
  • George (GRJ) - 59 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Turbine Hotel and Spa

A great choice for a stay in Knysna, Turbine Hotel and Spa features a marina. Guests can grab a bite to eat at one of the 3 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials. Other features of this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a steam room.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Piano
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Marina
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Amani Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology.

Dining

The Tapas Bar - This tapas bar serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
The Island Cafe - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Col Cacchio Pizzeria - This theme restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 650 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 1000 per night
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 3 and 18 costs ZAR 650 (one-way)

Policies

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.
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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

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

Also known as

Turbine Hotel
Turbine Hotel Knysna
Turbine Knysna
Turbine Hotel Spa
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel
Turbine Hotel and Spa Knysna
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Turbine Hotel and Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Turbine Hotel and Spa.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 650 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Turbine Hotel and Spa and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, sailing, and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Turbine Hotel and Spa also has a steam room and spa services, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Turbine Hotel and Spa?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and Italian cuisine.

Does Turbine Hotel and Spa have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator and an espresso maker.

What's the area around Turbine Hotel and Spa like?

Turbine Hotel and Spa is a short 2-minute walk from Knysna Lagoon and 14 minutes' walk from Knysna Quays.

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