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Thesen Island in Knysna bietet eine Auswahl an hochwertigen Hotels und Boutique-Unterkünften, die oft moderne Annehmlichkeiten und malerische Ausblicke auf die Lagune bieten. Die Gegend ist bekannt für ihre ruhige Atmosphäre, Wassersportmöglichkeiten und die Nähe zu lokalen Restaurants und Geschäften.

Thesen Island 

Welcome to The Lofts Boutique Hotel, a family-owned hotel that promises to offer you the ultimate escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Situated on the edge of the picturesque Knysna Estuary.

We are located on Thesen Island, a world-renowned destination that provides visitors with an abundance of shopping and dining options, as well as easy access to a variety of activities and tours. Whether you’re interested in kayaking (free access from the hotel), taking a sunset cruise, or exploring the surrounding natural beauty, there is something for everyone.

Our hotel features beautifully appointed rooms & apartments, each designed with your comfort in mind. With luxurious bedding, plush furnishings all the modern amenities you need. Some rooms have exquisite views of the Knysna Lagoon (King Room with Lake View) others have large sunny private balconies (Standard Double Room) or self-catering facilities (Apartments).

For those looking for delicious food and drinks, we have two of the best restaurants in town right inside our building. Our hotel restaurant, Nest Food Bar, serves brunch, dinner, and cocktails, and is known for its unique decor and vibey atmosphere. The famous café and bakery Ile de Pain is located right next door and is renowned for its artisanal bread, pastries, and café-style menu!

We pride ourselves on offering the best sunsets in town, and the friendliest hospitality to all our guests. We are also well-known for our ‘Sunset Sessions’ event, held on Saturdays (during the summer season), with a live DJ playing house music on our deck, providing the perfect backdrop for you to enjoy the stunning sunset views over the Lagoon.

Activities & Surrounds:
- Le Spa Tranquill & Turbine Spa is nearby for guests to enjoy luxury spa treatments.
- Simola & Pezula Golf Estate, as well as Knysna Golf Club is less than a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
- Thesen Harbour Town & Knysna Waterfront are within 1 km.

Please Note: Due to our hotel's boutique nature, each room has a unique layout & décor & not all rooms have lagoon views - to book a room with a lagoon view please select the 'King Room with Lagoon View'.

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

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.

Turbine Hotel & Spa

A good location for a stress-free holiday in Knysna, Knysna Houseboats is a boat surrounded by views of the mountain. The property features a private beach area, terrace and parking on-site among other facilities. The property has lake and river views, and is 7.9 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate. The boat features family rooms.

All units comprise a seating area, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchenette with various cooking facilities, including an oven, a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware. At the boat, units come with a private bathroom and bed linen.

A minimarket is available at the boat.

Knysna Heads is 8.2 km from the boat, while Knysna Forest is 8.3 km from the property. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 32 km away.

Knysna Houseboats

Situated conveniently in the Thesen Island district of Knysna, Thesen Island Villas is set 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, 8.1 km from Knysna Heads and 8.3 km from Knysna Forest. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The villa has family rooms.

The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower while the kitchen features a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with lake or quiet street views. At the villa complex, the units come with bed linen and towels.

Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities.

Guests at the villa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Knysna, like canoeing.

Pezula Golf Club is 9.1 km from Thesen Island Villas, while Goose Valley Golf Club is 36 km away. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 32 km from the property.

Thesen Island Villas

Set 7.8 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, Thesen Harbour Town Apartments @ Beautiful Knysna Villas offers accommodation in Knysna with access to spa facilities. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The apartment has family rooms.

All units in the apartment complex are fitted with a flat-screen TV. All units are complete with a private bathroom and air conditioning, and some rooms also feature a terrace.

A restaurant, coffee shop and bar can be found on-site.

Knysna Heads is 8.1 km from Thesen Harbour Town Apartments @ Beautiful Knysna Villas, while Knysna Forest is 8.3 km from the property. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 32 km away.

Thesen Harbour Town Apartments @ Beautiful Knysna Villas

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