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Keedols Inn & Backpackers is a recently renovated guest house in the center of Knysna providing private parking and allergy-free rooms with private terraces. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the guest house free of charge. Guests can make use of the outdoor fireplace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the garden and inner courtyard. At the guest house, all units have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. All rooms have a kettle, while some rooms here will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster. At the guest house, each unit includes a seating area. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, Keedols Inn & Backpackers provides a selection of packed lunches. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Knysna the Heads is 4.4 miles from the accommodation, while Simola Golf and Country Estate is 4.4 miles from the property. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 19 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
6 bunk beds
or
6 bunk beds
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 3:
8 twin beds
and
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nina
    United States of America United States of America
    Rented a private room with bath. Very nice and peaceful hostel with a charming patio area. Could not ask for a better location within walking distance to everything. Clean room, clean linens, comfy bed and nice shower. The staff were very kind...
  • Moalim
    South Africa South Africa
    The fact that you don't have to worry about loadshedding, as the hotel has a solar-powered system in place, hot shower 24/7 loadshedding or not, lights never goes out, your laptop and gadgets always gets charged, that's priceless, under the...
  • Iulia
    United States of America United States of America
    keedols is a wonderful host who went out of her way to accommodate us on our stay, and her inn is such a short distance from great cafes, the downtown, art galleries and the waterfront.
  • Yvonne
    Australia Australia
    this is truly a little gem during our garden route trip. Great location, beautiful garden and friendly host who can give you great recommendations to restaurant and tourist attractions around the area. What I love the most about the double room...
  • J
    Johannes
    South Africa South Africa
    I enjoy the friendliest backpacking ever. It's close to everything you need. Safe and very piece full and fun loving
  • Philip
    South Africa South Africa
    Friendly staff and social atmosphere with many foreign guests coming and going for short-term stays. Nice garden and seating area for breakfasts and braais. Secure parking behind security gate and super helpful owners and staff. Excellent Internet...
  • Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    Keedols and Vickers are amazing hosts. I opted to have breakfast and dinner at the inn and so enjoyed the wonderful home cooked meals. A South African brai the first night and a delicious chicken curry the next. Keedols is a wonderful chef and...
  • Barbara
    South Africa South Africa
    Awesome vibe. Host was super friendly and everyone else we met. Absolutely a beautiful place and will definitely recommend it.
  • Cecilie
    Denmark Denmark
    The owner of Keedols Inn is the sweetest and most amazing woman. She is so welcoming and warm hearted, and is ready to help with whatever and whenever. The lodge is a nice, comfortable and intimate place with a nice little yard to relax in the...
  • Ephraim
    South Africa South Africa
    The host was very attentive to my overall stay and went out of her way to ensure that I was comfortable and enjoyed the Knysna experience. the availability of Netflix also made my chill time more memorable

Property questions and answers
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  • Does this place include breakfast with their price?

    Hi, the price does not include breakfast. Kind Regards
    Answered on 22 February 2021
  • Where are we supposed to park our cars

    Hi. We have parking in the premises. Depending on when you plan on arriving, we will be able to let you know how full we are.
    Answered on 17 July 2021
  • Are there rooms with a flat-screen TV?

    No, not at the moment.
    Answered on 19 October 2022
  • Are there rooms with flat-screen tv

    Yes, in the private rooms.
    Answered on 21 April 2023
  • Hi there we need a place from 8 Aug to 27 Aug about.... for 5 guys we will be installing at local dealer. Would you have place and what cost? We w..

    Hi there. Yes I am able to assist you for R220 each or try to Google me. Let me know. Regards Keedols
    Answered on 25 July 2022
  • Hi , We are 2 families looking for 1 night accommodation in Knysna as we are traveling along the Garden Route from Cape Town to PE. Can yo accommodate..

    Hi. Yes we are able to accommodate you. It is just dependent on the date. Regards Keedols
    Answered on 10 November 2021
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Hosted by Keedols

8.8
8.8
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Keedols
No loadshedding at Keedols Inn & Backpackers (formerly known as Jembjo’s Knysna Lodge) is a cute and cosy personal lodge that offers 2 x double/twin en-suite rooms plus 1 x family en-suite room each with private bathrooms. There is free wi-fi available & a beautiful courtyard, terrace garden area with a purpose built braai/bbq. We are ideally located just a short walk from the Knysna ‘Waterfront’, Thesen Harbour Town and the bustling little town centre, so stow the car in our car park & go for a stroll. For the adventurer in you, Knysna’s range of activities is sure to keep you busy. There are various boat trips available, to the Featherbed Nature reserve, cruises through the’ Heads’ for whale & dolphin watching & leisure trips on the lagoon. Nature lovers can venture into the Knysna Forest for mountain biking & explore the hiking trails. We can arrange a number of activities and day trips with transportation in and around Knysna, or make use of local bicycle hire and navigate the area yourself. Be assured, we are at your service and will do our best to accommodate your requests to ensure that you have a fabulous stay in Knysna.
We are well-traveled, experienced and love the hospitality industry. We are avid animal lovers & strive to make our guests stay comfortable, enjoyable yet affordable. Keedols is fun-loving, friendly and cooks up a mean curry with homemade rotis..try her bunny chows. So, come and experience something a little different... after all, who wakes up expecting a yummy lunch or dinner consisting of a beef, mutton or chicken bunny chow, Durban style in the heart of Knysna!
Knysna boasts a host of attractions… the famous ‘Heads’, safe bathing in the lagoon and the stunning scenery of the surrounding forests. Our chic & popular ‘Waterfront’ boasts a splendid array of restaurants & shop & is the perfect spot for 'sundowners & oysters' as you take in the spectacular Knysna sunset. Take a stroll to Thesen Island Harbour Town for astounding views across the lagoon & take a peek at the endangered Knysna Seahorses in our National Parks office. The town centre is steeped in historic buildings, churches & museums,, while the picturesque Pledge Nature Reserve presents pretty easy walking trails. Knysna also boasts 3 shopping malls, a local African arts & crafts market & 2 world famous golf courses – Pezula & Simola
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Keedols Inn & Backpackers

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Basic free Wifi 15 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules
Keedols Inn & Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. That's about $28. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 200 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Keedols Inn & Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Keedols Inn & Backpackers

  • Keedols Inn & Backpackers is 1,500 feet from the center of Knysna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Keedols Inn & Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Themed dinners
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bar crawls
    • Bike tours
  • Room options at Keedols Inn & Backpackers include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Dorm Room
    • Vacation Home
  • Check-in at Keedols Inn & Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Keedols Inn & Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.