Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa

5.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
7 Sword Fern Chalet | Terrace/patio
Exterior
10 Luxury Pool 2- bedroom Family Chalet | Living room | DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1 Cherry Lane Welbedacht, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
  • Place, Friday Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Garden Route National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

1 King Suite Milkwood Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

4 & 5 King Chalets

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

6. African Flame Tree Chalet

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

7 Sword Fern Chalet

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

9 Luxury Pool 2- bedroom Family Chalets

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

10 Luxury Pool 2- bedroom Family Chalet

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

11 Luxury Honeymoon Chalet

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

12 Garden Chalet

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Knysna

Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa places you next to Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and within a 15-minute walk of Friday Market. This 11-room, 5-star guesthouse has private in-room plunge pools along with a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Friday Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Knysna Lagoon - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Garden Route National Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Knysna Quays - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Farm - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lunar Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Muse - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa

At Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Free parking is available if you drive. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services and tour or ticket assistance. Other amenities at this luxury guesthouse include a sauna, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can enjoy satellite TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Private plunge pools, private hot tubs, and kitchenettes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool, a health club, and a sauna.
Tonquani Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include hot stone massages, facials, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open select days.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Treatment room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 80 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 80 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

This guesthouse is located in Knysna within a short 11-minute walk of Friday Market. You'll also find Garden Route National Park and Knysna Lagoon within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is a spa located at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

Tonquani Spa is the guesthouse's spa and services include prenatal massages, hot stone massages, and reflexology. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as a private plunge pool, in-room massages, and a private hot tub at this guesthouse.

Does Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa feature a casino?

No, Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

This boutique guesthouse offers many amenities for couples such as a private plunge pool, a private hot tub, and in-room massages.

Are there hot tubs at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

No, but this guesthouse does have a sauna.

Does Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa.

Are there connecting rooms at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

The closest major airport to Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa is Plettenberg Bay (PBZ), which is 23 mi away (41 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa?

Yes, every accommodation at Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa comes with a furnished balcony/patio and some offer garden and mountain views.

Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nature

It was just great enjoyed driving to Knysna
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel in a lovely setting.

A short drive to the Numbi gate of Kruger National Park. Hotel accommodations were clean and comfortable and the Orange Restaurant on site has great food. Friendly staff.
Verified

8/10 Good

Henning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Knysna Kleinod

Tolle Lodge inmitten eines grünen Waldes, ideal für Ruhesuchende
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden pearl!

Unbelievably well priced for a 5 star. We stayed at the honey moon suite and had a private pool as well as private grill. The suite is a separate wood house, completely private, high seiling, large space, very luxurious. Top 5% of my life at a very decent price.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing stay at Tonquani Lodge

From our arrival to our departure,we were more than impressed by the friendliness, helpfulness and professionalism of every single staff member ensuring a relaxing ,private and comfortable stay. We stayed in the spacious honeymoon chalet,and the spa bath, heaters,fireplace and electric blanket were perfect for the chilly winter evenings. And no leaving the room on a cold winter morning for breakfast - the option of room service was welcome and well utilised! The breakfasts were delicious and well presented with a daily choice of fresh homebakes.The kettle braai also came in handy while we relaxed on the private deck surrounded by nature.The spa treatment was professional.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfect!

just beautiful. Staff were so helpful and caring.
Verified

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Romantic hide-away

lovely serene setting, very friendly staff, secluded, romantic wooden chalets. A pity we only booked a 1-night stopover; we would have liked to stay longer
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schöne Hütten!

Wir waren nur eine Nacht dort und können uns kein abschließedes Urteil erlauben.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful family cottage and great hospitality

Fantastic place hidden in the forest. Great breakfast by the pool every morning
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tolle kleine ruhige lodge ..

Wir hatte einen tollen Aufenthalt. Sehr ruhig.. tolles Holzhaus mit Klimaanlage Tv Wlan terasse.. Tollem Service und Frühstück ..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous and romantic

Probably the most beautiful chalet I've seen, highly recommended for Honeymooners! Aside from the great room size, double bathtub and shower, we also loved the generous breakfast and cooked options. Great attention to details was everywhere, including having a hair conditioner and cotton pads which I appreciated. Location feels secluded, about 1 km up the main road, and a few minutes driving to knysna waterfront centre. Service was also amazing, everyone were nice and helpful beyond expectations. In short - thanks for a really great stay, please stay like this!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tonquani Lodge & Spa war ein Aufenthalt wert!

Wer Entspannung im Grünen, in urwaldartiger Umgebung und bei Vogelgesang sucht, der liegt hier richtig. Dabei unterstützt sehr zuvorkommendes Personal die Behaglichkeit. Die kurze Distanz in die Stadt lässt sich mit sehr billigen Taxidiensten und lieben Drivern überwinden.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean , quite and Very Friendly

Staff were very welcoming and very accommodating. Lodges were lovely and location secluded and quite Didn't realise that payment would be required in local currency so subject to variation. Also 50% was due before arrival this too wasn't made clear on the Expedia site. Expedia quoted £ price could never have match Rand even thou the Rand rate was the most favourable in decade.
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Stayed one night, staff friendly, happy and helpful, flowers in the room, extra attention to detail obvious and appreciated - great night
Verified

8/10 Good

geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great return visit

charming people and everything as you would expect
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely chalets in a beautiful garden

We had a lovely time at Tonquani - quirky little wooden chalets set in a beautiful garden. The staff were fantastic & the breakfast was very good. The location was quiet & peaceful but only a few minutes drive to Knysna Quays which was full of restaurants - a very busy & lively place.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JACQUES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

etape de charme a knysna

Excellent accueil ,personnelaux petits soins,manifique chalet avec petite piscine privee a recommander
Verified

8/10 Good

jim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

close to town

enjoyed our stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super!

Wunderbar und perfektes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

travelingve's

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendliest staff ever

The people at the reception desk, and the women at the spa were wonderful. We had the best massages in South Africa at this lodge. The breakfast was lovely, and the room gave us plenty of space to stretch out. It was a great home base for our visit to Knysa.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALDERTONHALL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great holiday location

THIS IS A TRULY DELIGHTFUL PLACE TO STAY WITH LARGE LODGE ACCOMODATION, EXCELLENT STAFF, AND VERY REASONABLE PRICES.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Verified

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Overnight before flight

It was nice but overpriced for what it was, the spa is very good and staff friendly and helpfull but facility's not that great especially the breakfast room was was small and stuffy .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vaibhav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best place to stay in Knsyna

I stayed with my family for 3 nights in Tonquani (Family Chalet). The chalet was absolutely comfortable, cozy and charming. I really liked the attention to details that was given to the decor which included African artifacts and Victorian style setting in the chalet. The location is fantastic. It takes less than 5 mins to reach the Knsyna Waterfront. Its located really close to the Friday Market as well. Brendon and his team are really helpful and are doing an absolutely fantastic job! Tonquani is truly a home away from home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam & Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet and peaceful forestry surrounds

Excellent place to stay - breakfast served in the unit (great idea)! Complete self catering and private. Very friendly staff.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

attal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel!!!!