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Fairy Knowe Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Wilderness with bars and a coffee shop

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Sports facility
Property grounds
Exterior
Outdoor pool
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Dumbleton Road, Wilderness, Western Cape, 6560
  • Place, Wilderness National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilderness Lagoon
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Victoria Bay Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, George (GRJ)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom

In House Standard Family Room

  • 32 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Double Room, River View | 1 bedroom

Classic Double Room, River View

  • 11 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom

Family Rondavel

  • 33 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Lake view

In House Standard Double Room

  • 22 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Rondavel | 1 bedroom

Double Rondavel

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Riverside Twin | 1 bedroom

Riverside Twin

  • 21 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Riverside Double | 1 bedroom

Riverside Double

  • 31 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Wilderness

Fairy Knowe Hotel places you next to Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Wilderness National Park. This 3-star hotel has 42 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Wilderness National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wilderness Lagoon - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Garden Route Trail - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Map of Africa View Point - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Victoria Bay Beach - 14 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Girls - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪ilali Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Fairy Knowe Hotel

Hotel in Wilderness with bars and a coffee shop
Fairy Knowe Hotel offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a terrace, and a picnic area.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find TVs. Coffee makers and free toiletries are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 75 for adults and ZAR 45 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 75 for adults and ZAR 45 for children

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of Fairy Knowe Hotel?

This hotel in Wilderness is within a 10-minute walk of Wilderness National Park and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. You'll also find Wilderness Lagoon and Garden Route National Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Fairy Knowe Hotel?

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

Does Fairy Knowe Hotel feature a casino?

No, Fairy Knowe Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fairy Knowe Hotel?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Fairy Knowe Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Fairy Knowe Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Fairy Knowe Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Fairy Knowe Hotel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Fairy Knowe Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Fairy Knowe Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Fairy Knowe Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Fairy Knowe Hotel?

The closest major airport to Fairy Knowe Hotel is George (GRJ), which is 16.4 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Fairy Knowe Hotel?

No, at Fairy Knowe Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Fairy Knowe Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Reshen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

disappointing stay

Place is more of a lodge than a hotel. Needs some maintenance... especially the bathrooms, did not feel comfortable! However nice garden setting. Also, I made a booking for 4 rooms to sleep a total of 9 adults and 3 kids two months prior which was paid for already. On the day of my check in I get called so say that I still have to pay for the kids!!! Felt like i was being held to ransom!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Craig

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing

My room was much more "basic" than I expected from the pictures, and definitely not worth 3-stars as advertised. The hotel had no hot water during my stay, and I wasn't told that at check-in, they waited for me to discover it myself. Breakfast was good, but I won't be going back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Mr L R

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Average hotel stay

Very run down but huge potential
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Nicholas

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

Happy at Fairy Knowe

Enjoy my stay at Fairy Knowe. Lovely atmosphere and conveniently situated for my purposes. Great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Pam

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

Inpressed

We enjoyed our overnight stay on the way home. Very impressed with the breakfast, overall good value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good budget hotel with nice breakfast. WIFI is poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for a quick stay!

Beautiful location, rooms a bit dated, could have been cleaner, also they were very cold at night. Breakfast was a bit lacking in terms of quality, but was sufficient. The guy who checked us in could have been more welcoming, but the lady who did the checkout was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If the manager on duty the evening I booked in, could smile, I felt so unwelcome. At morning breakfast, I got the same cold reception from the lady doing the breakfast. Never again will you see me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Worth a Visit.

Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. The building is a bit aged as are some of the rooms, but it is a known historical hotel in the area so this was expected. The Rooms are clean and serviced daily though which was more important to us. Breakfast was great. Area is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All in all very nice accommodation! Especially the free use of the canoes is unique
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Helen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Budget hotel with potential.

This hotel is good for a budget traveller, very basic and value. We were in family room in main building which was tired and a bit drab. Restaurant was excellent value and the wait staff were lovely. Place needs some investment, location fantastic.

6/10 Okay

Craig

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice location but dated room

The room was spacious with a balcony looking over the river. The hotel also had canoes free of charge to rent. Sadly the room was dated and smelt very musty though...really in need of a revamp. There was also no heater so we were a little chilly at night.

6/10 Okay

Danial Ronald, Windhoek, Namibia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

A tired old lady

First stay at the Fairy Knowe Hotel after 38 years. Lovely to be back in Wilderness the place of my birth 61 years ago in 1955. So the visit was a walk down memory lane in the presence of my oldest brother. Also had an opportunity to visit a project at a primary school in an impoverished part of Hoekwil that is being supported by the Rotary Club of George. Wonderful community service by local Rotarians. Back to Fairy Knowe Hotel. The hotel is a tired old lady and in need of a make-over or an upgrade. Informed a refurbishment exercise has started and saw evidence thereof. Generally the stay was pleasant although the breakfast was a let down. For example other than bland watermelon and peeled citrus no fresh fruit.