Name: Royal Hotel Knysna
Address: Corner Main and Queen Street, Knysna, Knysna, Knysna, 6570, South Africa
Rating: 7

Air conditioning

24-hour reception

Smoke-free property

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Terrace

All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)

No elevators

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Non-smoking rooms

Family room

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Free Wi-Fi

Internet access

Internet

Airport transportation

Transfer

Free parking

Parking

Swimming pool

Pool and beach

Business center

Meeting and presentation facilities

Conference Hall

Business

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Kids

Pets Not Allowed

Pets

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Royal Hotel Knysna

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We had the last room right at the back which we didnt mind, maybe because it could accomodate a family of 4. 

I'll start  with the negatives (if you want to call it that), the room windows (facing the street) seemed to be bullet proof or sound proof glass and didnt open. Not a problem as there is airconditioning anyway but in the case of an emergency where the front is blocked or on fire,the only way out is through the bathroom window (which is luckily big enough :-).
I'm not sure if the hotel has wifi, we were not informed at check inn.

On the plus side, the hotel is a mix between old and new. I didnt mind the old lounge and my son loved the piano.
The breakfast was good however the need to inform patrons that its only served till 9am. i also like the option of being able to have your breakfast on the patio. Unfortunately the weather didnt allow us.
The rooms were clean and comfortable as was the bathrooms.

The hotel was not bad at all.
The staff were friendly.
The location is good, close to the waterfront and eating places.  
The car parking is right in front of the building and we didnt have any issues there.
The indoor pool was nice as is the gym.

The hotel is a mix between old and new

We stayed in room 12. Room was basic and lacked any effort to give it personality or interest. No pictures on wall, coloured cushions etc. Room was also dark due to window/door layout. The room was clean which was positive and the breakfast was tasty. Housekeeping was disappointing, on the first day they left no towels and when I asked the evening manager he was very put out at my request for some. On the following day they dragged my suitcase into the adjoining room (I assume to clean) and then never put it back. We didn’t use the gym. Slightly away from main waterfront area (15 min walk) but area was OK. With some effort from the management team this could be a great hotel but it is currently very average.

A very average stay

Good, two room family apartment at the back of the hotel, which included all the essentials. Comfortable beds, and good service from the staff. I was in town for the marathon and the hotel even offered breakfast at 5am for the runners which was a nice royal touch.

Good family accommodation

Have stayed at the hotel on a few occasions during the past 6 months and in a different room every time.

The hotel is old and quaint but the rooms are clean with comfortable beds and good quality linen, tea and coffee making facilities, tv with satellite channels, plenty of towels and a 24hr manned reception. 

Most of the staff members (especially the night staff) are friendly, with one or two being a bit odd and not very chatty but all in all not bad.  Compared to other hotels not badly priced.  

Did not have breakfast so can’t comment on the food.  

Suggestion:  Make sure that your booking is confirmed and perhaps double check before your trip as the hotel doesn’t make use of an electronic booking system and we had one occasion when we arrived after hours after a long day of traveling to find that the night clerk was not expecting us and the hotel was fully booked.  

Not much to do at the hotel (there is a pool and gym though) but great for passing through Knysna, or being out and about all day and just looking for accommodation or for business travelers.  I would recommend the hotel and stay here again. 

Comfy and clean

The employees treat is bad, wifi was not working

The place as well as the area was wonderful. Very peaceful and tranquil. They didnt change the sheets though..... But it was beautiful

I cannot possibly agree with some of the reviews here. Our experience was so poor that we checked out after one night and we had paid for 3 nights in advance. The staff were pleasant but that's as far as it goes. The public areas were poor and lacking in any care and attention, little natural light in the rooms, no toiletries, a barely adequate breakfast. Sorry, but nothing would induce me to return!

Faded, jaded and poor

This hotel hold alot of history.  we were allocated a family room which sleeps six.  More than adequate for the four of us.  The bedrooms were so comfortable with TV in each room.  The bathroom may need an upgrade. The room had a fully furnished kitchen and dining area. Breakfast was Delicious with a freshly cooked meal ads you order  So you know you are going to eat a good meal before embarking on your sightseeing adventure. Well worth the price  There is even a gym in the hotel..

Old but quaint

The royal hotel was very accommodating to our family needs. We made use of the 3 bedroom apartment. It was quite spacious and neat.
Breakfast was included and the staff was amazing in prep’ing it.
The highlight... was the gym at the hotel:) keeping fit while on holiday:)
There is also a hydro pool.

Parking outside the hotel ... pretty safe:) 
It’s walking distance to the waterfront and quite convenient to superettes, laundry, shopping mall and garages.



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