Amber Guest Lodge offers luxurious bed and breakfast accommodations overlooking the magnificent Knysna Lagoon on the Garden Route. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms. The beautifully appointed and spacious suites are decorated in a classic, yet modern style that complements their airy, light feel. All suites open onto the large pool area and patio. From there you can enjoy wonderful views of the lagoon and the surrounding mountains, while watching the ever-changing colors of a South African sunset. Tucked into the gentle sweep of Knysna's Eastern Head, Amber Guest Lodge is the perfect place whether you prefer excitement and new experiences or simply to rest and recharge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
9.6
High score for Knysna

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Thomas
    Germany Germany
    The guesthouse has everything we needed. the Staff was very friendly and the room was big and comfortable. it hat a very nice atmosphere.
  • Sajni
    Kenya Kenya
    RiHan was incredibly helpful in giving us suggestions on what to do in and around Knysna. He gave fantastic restaurant suggestions too! Our family room was very comfortable. The place has a great friendly vibe.
  • Andisiwe
    South Africa South Africa
    The on-going soft music just sets a great whoever came up with that idea deserve an award..the room was so clean and the service was phenomenal
  • Ramatsemela
    South Africa South Africa
    The hospitality, friendly staff Ri-Hann and Priscilla, made my 2 days stay pleasurable.
  • Jagmay
    Australia Australia
    spacious rooms and facilities with all the comforts. good location to enjoy Knysna and surrounds. good breakfast. big bathroom and shower with toiletries provided. parking available. great host with local knowledge and a friendly chat.
  • Nokulungisa
    South Africa South Africa
    We liked the breakfast, decorations in the rooms and the lagoon view. The fact that it is close to the beach
  • Igor
    Russia Russia
    Absolutely amazing hotel !!! First-class !!! The owner was very charming and helpful!!!
  • Lucas
    Brazil Brazil
    We stayed just one night and left very early in the morning. I can´t say much but the staff are amazing, very kind and with good indications to enjoy the city.
  • Chantelle
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff was so friendly and welcoming. The bed was huge and so comfortable.
  • Mari
    South Africa South Africa
    It was clean, comfortable and the breakfast was delicious.

Area info

Amenities of Amber Guest Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Pool view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Minibar

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Express check-in/out

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • Safe

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa

House rules
Amber Guest Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash is not accepted

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

100% nonrefundable deposit is required on all one-night bookings.

Please inform Amber Guest Lodge 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.

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

FAQs about Amber Guest Lodge

  • Guests staying at Amber Guest Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go
  • Amber Guest Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool
  • Amber Guest Lodge is 2.6 miles from the center of Knysna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Amber Guest Lodge include:

    • Suite
    • Double
    • Family
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Amber Guest Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Amber Guest Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.