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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Turbine Hotel & Spa

This former power station is located in Knysna and offers sunny suites with an iPod docking station and views of the Knysna Lagoon. The spacious sun deck comes with an outdoor pool. The rooms at Turbine Hotel & Spa are elegantly decorated with light fabrics and parquet floors. The suites have a satellite LCD TV and extra long beds. A full English breakfast is available each morning at the Turbine Hotel. For light meals and drinks, there is a tapas bar and a fully stocked wine cellar. Guests of this hotel can undergo a hot-stone massage or enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool, which faces the lagoon. The sun deck offers a calm spot to read a book or magazine. The 24-hour reception staff can arrange babysitting and shuttles to George Airport, 65 km away. Lagoon and sea cruises can be arranged as well.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

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

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Patvaz
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    A nice property located on Thessen Island, within close proximity to restaurants and 5 minutes away from the Knysna waterfront. Lovely rooms, good service and convenient parking options.
  • Camilla
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    - Good hotel with fantastic location - Staff nice and helpful
  • Susan
    South Africa South Africa
    We loved the attention to detail and art. The breakfast menu was amazing.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Col Cacchio
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
  • Island Cafe

    No additional info available

Facilities of Turbine Hotel & Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • 2 restaurants
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Concierge service
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Business centre
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Waxing services
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English
    • Xhosa

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules
    Turbine Hotel & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    VisaMastercardDiners ClubCash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    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 Turbine Hotel & Spa

    • Guests staying at Turbine Hotel & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • À la carte
    • Check-in at Turbine Hotel & Spa is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Room options at Turbine Hotel & Spa include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double
      • Suite
    • Turbine Hotel & Spa has 2 restaurants:

      • Island Cafe
      • Col Cacchio
    • Turbine Hotel & Spa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Children's playground
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Pedicure
      • Waxing services
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Swimming Pool
      • Steam room
      • Beauty Services
      • Head massage
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Body wrap
      • Manicure
      • Neck massage
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area
      • Facial treatments
      • Full body massage
      • Body scrub
      • Back massage
      • Spa facilities
      • Foot massage
    • Turbine Hotel & Spa is 0.9 miles from the centre of Knysna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Turbine Hotel & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.