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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Hostels that guests love in Knysna

  • Avg. price/night: $49.49
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 201 reviews
    It’s a great location if you are planning to do the Knysna Half or full Marathon and need a place to crash. Situated between the Knysna High School sport grounds (2.2 km West) and the Taxi pick up point (1.1km East). You can keep your car safely parked whilst you do your thing. Affordable without dropping in cleanliness or comfort.
    Japie
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 41 reviews
    Great location 2 mins walk from the Waterfront restaurants. Super-safe and secure gated community. Lovely house nicely furnished and well appointed. Sven was super helpful and even forwarded on by courier a bag we had carelessly left behind / what a great guy!
    Neil
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $53.47
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 730 reviews
    In terms of value for money you can't go far wrong here. It is cheap and provides safe and clean rooms. I wouldn't want to stay here for an extended period but if you just want somewhere to stay the night, this ticks all the boxes.
    Jens
    Family with young children
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 21 reviews
    Great location, beautiful area, safe
    Grezelda
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $142.22
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 403 reviews
    Very beautiful place, full of nice details, wonderful view, great location, safe. Super nice staff.
    Gabriela
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 10
    10
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review
    We spent a lovely stay at Amie’s flat. The interior is modern and very well equipped. We were three girls and the spare couch was just what we needed for our stop in the garden route. The place is near the centre and the waterfront and very safe. Amie welcomed us warmly, provided us with all the necessities and recommended some very good restaurants ! Honestly the best place to stay if you’re on a budget
    F
    Flavie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $90.96
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,014 reviews
    The property is in a great location, easily accessible and in a safe area. The check in process was very easy and the communication with the host was great. The room was very clean and had all the neccessaries, plus a fridge full of items like wine and beer that could be purchased.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $170.66
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 114 reviews
    Checking in went very smooth, safe parking, a nice clean apartment with all amenities in a great location with lovely views over the water. During our stay there for a short while there were some issues with the electricity in the city: the owner gave as continuous updates regarding the matter and gave us helpful recommendations on things to do. We would highly recommend this apartment to anyone looking to spend some time in Knysna.
    René
    Family with young children
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 101 reviews
    Great location with multiple restaurants nearby. Friendly, helpful and accommodating host in Carla. Well equipped kitchen. Nice fireplace which was welcome with the cold weather. Quiet and safe location.
    Werner
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $58.91
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 177 reviews
    Propriety was clean, secure and great location. Like all of South Africa you need a car to get around. Safe secure parking. If we had longer we would have easily spent longer here. Everything you need.
    Emma
    Young couple

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