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About the Hotel

1 Old Cape Road, Knysna, South Africa, 6570
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Near the Knysna Waterfront
Great
8.8
9.1
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4.7
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The 5-star smoke-free Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Knysna is within 7 km of Margaret's Viewpoint and has an indoor swimming pool plus a fitness suite. The luxury hotel offers a banquet hall and sits around a 10-minute ride from Drupkelders.

Location

Located in a mountain and hills, this Knysna hotel is approximately 6 km from the Jandreart Studio. At the Simola Knysna, guests will be a short way from Plettenberg Bay.

Also, there is a boat dock near the accommodation.

Rooms

Overlooking the lagoon, the 80 rooms are appointed with an air conditioner, as well as modern facilities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. A bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet, along with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, are provided in the bathroom.

Eat & Drink

Guests can visit a pizza restaurant for dinner or an à la carte restaurant to have breakfast, they both are located on site. The restaurant serves South African cuisine. There is a lounge bar, which offers a fireplace in its interior design. It overlooks the poolside.

Leisure & Business

Guests can also benefit from a golf club, along with a full spa provided at the Simola. Take part in diverse sports — canoeing and golf and others. Wellness options at the hotel include a treatment room, a sauna, and locker rooms, and such beauty treatments as body treatments, pedicure, and spa service.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Knysna Heads for breathtaking views and coastal walks.
  • Savor fresh oysters at the Knysna Oyster Company on the lagoon.
  • Explore the vibrant Knysna Saturday Market for local crafts and food.
  • Take a guided tour of the Knysna Elephant Park to meet these giants.
  • Hike in the Knysna Forest to discover stunning trails and tranquility.
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Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Luxury One Bedroom Suite
2 persons
1240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Executive Two-Bedroom Suite
2 persons
1565 sq. feet 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Location

1 Old Cape Road, Knysna, South Africa, 6570
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1 Old Cape Road, Knysna, South Africa, 6570
Nearby
Simola Golf and Country Estate
3200 ft
Simola Golf Estate
2900 ft
Simola Golf Course
3200 ft
Golf Course
Simola Golf Club
3900 ft
Golf Course
Simola Country Club and Spa
3900 ft
Getting around
City Centre
Knysna7 min  ·  2.7 mi
Airports
Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ)60 min  ·  24.5 mi
George Airport (GRJ)108 min  ·  44.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-21:00
Check-out
from 06:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Simola, Country Club & Spa provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Dutch, Portuguese, Afrikaans, Xhosa
Year renovated:
2007
Number of rooms:
80
Former name
Simola Hotel & Spa

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 281 verified reviews
8.8/10
Great
90%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.3/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Comfort
9.2/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 580 reviews
4.5/5
based on 603 reviews
8.8/10
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