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Turbine Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property

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Reception
Suite | Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Spa

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TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Quays
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Lakefront hotel with 3 restaurants and marina
Along with 3 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a marina and a full-service spa. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a poolside bar are on-site.
Turbine Hotel and Spa offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodation at this 5-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges and espresso makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a steam room.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Amani Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology.
During your stay at Turbine Hotel and Spa, you're just a quick walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes.
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include 3 restaurants, 2 coffee shops/cafes, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to manicures and pedicures, massages or hydrotherapy at Amani Spa
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a steam room, a playground and bicycles to rent
  • Steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Lagoon
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Turbine Hotel and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a marina, and an outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. A steam room, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Turbine Hotel and Spa. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee.

This 5-star Knysna hotel is smoke free.

The Tapas Bar – This tapas bar serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
The Island Cafe – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Col Cacchio Pizzeria – This theme restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Col Cacchio Pizzeria
  • The Island Cafe
  • The Tapas Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1000 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 650 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 1000 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Turbine Hotel and Spa offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Turbine Hotel
Turbine Hotel Knysna
Turbine Knysna
Turbine Hotel Spa
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel
Turbine Hotel and Spa Knysna
Turbine Hotel and Spa Hotel Knysna