Description
While the golfer in the family is out on the course, try one of the other recreational amenities offered, such as an outdoor pool or bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge). Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).. Quality Graded by the T… more
Located in Knysna, Blackwaters River Lodge is on a river, within a 5-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve. This 4-star guesthouse is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Knysna Lagoon and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Garden Route National Park.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Cape Floral Region Protected Areas - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Knysna Lagoon - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi Garden Route National Park - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi Buffalo Bay Beach - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi Knysna Elephant Park - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi Knysna Quays - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi Pledge Nature Reserve - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi Thesen Island - 12.9 km / 8 mi Brenton Beach - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi Scarab Village - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi Sedgefield Beach - 13.8 km / 8.6 mi Featherbed Nature Reserve - 14.9 km / 9.2 mi Simola Golf Course - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi Knysna Golf Club - 16.5 km / 10.3 mi The nearest major airport is Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 45.6 km / 28.3 mi. Near Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Earth and Fire serving guests of Blackwaters River Lodge. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 11 AM..
- Other
- Air conditioning
- Heating (free of charge)
- Additional services
- Dry cleaning service
- Laundry
- Laundry Service
- Maid
- Self-service laundry
- Tumble dryer
- Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge service
- Multilingual staff
- Entertainment
- Aerobics
- Casino
- Dartboard
- Disco / DJ
- Games room
- Mini golf
- Pool table
- Parking
- Nearby parking
- Parking
- Security-controlled parking
- Shuttle transfer
- Airport transfer
- Shuttle
- Smoking
- Smoke detector
- Smoking area
- Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Bike rental
- Breakfast in bed
- Café
- Car rental
- Coffee machine
- Conference centre
- Fax/photocopier
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Hair dryer
- Housekeeping
- Ironing service
- Laundry
- Library
- Luggage storage
- Meeting room
- Microwave
- Newspapers
- Picnic area
- Public bathroom
- Room service
- Safe
- Sale of tickets
- Sale of tours
- Security
- Serviced office
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Wedding service
- Year-round outdoor pool
- Children
- Babysitting service
- Childcare
- Kids' playground
- Slide
- Bars
- Bar
- Pool bar
- Restaurants
- Barbecue / grill
- Breakfast buffet
- Breakfast in bed
- Buffet restaurant
- High chairs
- Menu for diabetics (on request)
- À la carte restaurant
- Swimming pools
- Poolside sun loungers
- Gym and SPA
- Gym
- Massages
- Spa
- Activities
- Bike rental
- Diving
- Golf course
- Golf course within 3 km
- Table tennis
- Tennis court
- Water park
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Based on 475 reviews
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This accommodation stands out for being in the heart of Knysna
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lauradaykin1
02/04/2026
“Moonlight canoe adventure”
Magical evening with our children 8, 9 and 12. The jumping fish were certainly something to remember!!! Thank you
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Celeste Z
23/03/2026
“What an unforgettable experience.”
What an unforgettable experience. This property is truly breathtaking in every sense. The rooms are immaculate—clean, beautifully designed, and luxuriously appointed—with incredible views that make every moment feel special. The lodge’s eco-friendly approach is thoughtfully and seamlessly execute… more
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FellowTraveler698042
15/03/2026
“Relax and de-stress”
A group of us spent a weekend celebrating a birthday. Blackwaters is very peaceful and idyllic. Rooms had beautiful views, with morning calls of the fish eagle. Everything was spotlessly clean and the staff responded immediately to any special requests. One of the highlights was a canoe trip on the… more
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Knysna101
Knysna, South Africa
11/03/2026
“High light was the canoe trup downriver at night!”
We had a wonderful time. It was my mother-in-laws birthday celebration. We booked in for the weekend as a family. The nighttime canoe trip down the river with Luke was our highlight and the fireside hot chocolate and marshmallow rounded the evening off to perfection 👌. Madelein at reception is so … more
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leoniec407
10/03/2026
“Unforgettable Birthday Weekend at Blackwaters Lodge”
We just got back from an amazing weekend at Blackwaters Lodge in Knysna, and can't recommend it enough! We celebrated my mom's birthday there at the end of February 2026, and it was truly special 🙏. The property is stunning, and the staff were super friendly. Our highlight was definitely the night… more
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