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St. James of Knysna

★★★★★ The Point, Eastford, Knysna, ZA

9.6 guest rating· 465 reviews

The five stars

St. James of Knysna holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Room service and Terrace.

Guests score it 9.6/10 across 465 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious Lagoon View Rooms

Experience luxury at St. James of Knysna with elegantly furnished rooms offering breathtaking lagoon views. Enjoy deluxe bedding, satellite TV, and other top-notch amenities for a comfortable stay.

Relaxing Swimming Pools and Landscaped Garden

Unwind by one of the two swimming pools or take a stroll through the beautifully landscaped garden. Enjoy the serene surroundings and soak up the sun in this tranquil oasis.

Complimentary Lagoon Cruise and Massage Treatments

Indulge in a complimentary lagoon cruise on The Boat and pamper yourself with rejuvenating massage treatments. Enhance your stay with these special experiences, adding a touch of luxury to your getaway.

Book your stay at St. James of Knysna for a truly luxurious and relaxing experience by the lagoon.

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Deluxe Suite

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

This suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Suite

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

This suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 11

Sleeps 2 · 47 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Located in the Mediterranean courtyard, this suite features a private patio overlooking the Knysna Lagoon. It features a spacious bath with views of the lagoon.

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 4

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Located on the top floor with lagoon views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch TV with digital channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 7

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Located on the ground floor, patio with lagoon views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch TV with digital channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 5

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Located on the top floor with lagoon views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch TV with digital channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Suite - Lake Facing - 6

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Located on the ground floor, patio with lagoon views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch TV with digital channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Sleeps 2 · 90 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Air conditioning
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>969-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the top floor, furnished balcony/patio with lagoon views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, 2 living rooms, and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Deluxe Suite - Lake Facing - 12

Sleeps 2 · 52 m² · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>560-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the ground floor, patio with lake and lagoon views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 43-inch TV with digital channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Deluxe Suite

Sleeps 2 · 48 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

This suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit has 1 bed.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Mini golf
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  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Adult only
  • Bike tours
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Dry cleaning
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Massage services
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shallow end
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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The Point, Eastford, Knysna, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.6465 reviews

+ Welcoming staff+ Beautiful location+ Clean and comfortable roomsHigh price compared to alternativesGym equipment needs maintenance
Cleanliness9.7
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality9.7
Amenities9.2
Value for Money8.7

جنوب أفريقيا جميلة وتستحق الزيارة

9.0

المكان جميل وهادي والإفطار مناسب للجميع وقريب من المدينة

يحتاج ان يكون لديك سيارة للتنقل والوصول الي المطاعم والاماكن القريبة

Fahad · SA · 2026-07-07

Worth it will go back

10.0

Staff were exceptional.

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Sivani · LU · 2026-06-27

Staff extramente gentil.

9.0

Do gerente do dia que foi muito solicito com um problema que tivemos com o nosso carro e também muito rápido em nos mudar para um quarto mais novo depois de informá-lo que o colchão não estava bom.

A comida era ok, poderia ser melhor.

Odila C · BR · 2026-05-20

المكان هادئ وجميل والعاملين في الفندق جميعهم محترمين وخدومين

9.0
Ibrahim · SA · 2026-05-04

Lovely friendly hotel, Knysna is beautiful

10.0

We had the joy of staying at St James during our trip to South Africa. We were warmly welcomed and given lots of useful information about places to eat and visit during our stay. Brenton on Sea was beautiful, long stretch of beach to walk along, and I’m sure on a warmer day the sea would have been a great swim. The restaurant here, The Blue Butterfly was amazing, highly recommend for lunch or dinner

Mark · GB · 2026-04-28

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is St. James of Knysna really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.