Knysna Accommodation at Blackwaters River Lodge Hotel in Garden Route
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  • Property TypeGuest House/B&B
  • Guests40
  • Rooms/Units20
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Blackwaters River Lodge is a 4 star graded B&B offering Knysna accommodation in 20 guest rooms.

About Blackwaters River Lodge

Blackwaters River Lodge, situated outside Knysna in the Garden Route, offers Bed And Breakfast accommodation, bird watching, river canoeing, golfing, swimming and relaxing. Hiking Trails, mountain biking, horse riding, whale watching, deep-sea charters, scenic drives, outdoor adventures and forest trails can be arranged for interested parties.

The atmosphere is enticingly romantic and tranquil. Our guest lounge has a log fireplace and cosy private pub. Breakfast is a leisurely affair. Select from the buffet table or request an English breakfast from the kitchen. Wi-Fi available in all rooms.

Knysna Accommodation

Luxury Rooms:
Open plan unit with 2 X single beds / a King-size with full en-suite bath & shower, bar fridge, hair dryer, fans, electrical blankets, wall heater, TV / DStv (hotel boguet) and a balcony overlooking the Guokamma River and indigenoue forests. Non smoking.

Classic / Standard Rooms:
Spacious open plan unit with 2 x single beds in the garden complex with full bathroom en-suite (bath & shower), bar, fridge, fans, hair dryer, air conditioning, electrical blankets, wall heater, TV / DStv (hotel bouquet) and private balconies overlooking the Goukamma River and indigenous forests. Non-smoking.

OUTSIDE BLACKWATERS RIVER LODGE

The Lodge is set in 8 acres of manicured gardens with well established trees and bordered by the black waters of the Goukamma River. Tranquillity and a sense of peacefulness are personified by the abundant bird life found in and around the gardens. 30% of Garden Route birds have been identified at Blackwaters River Lodge.

Blackwaters is able to offer their guests more activities on site: canoeing on the river, mashie golf, swimming Pool, bird watching and picnic facilities at the Rivers edge. The on site mashie golf course has specifically been designed so as not to detract from the natural beauty of this most fertile valley. Our "19th hole" pub has become our social spot with guests of Blackwaters and golfers mingling in the evening.

There are wonderful spots to enjoy the evening ... next to the river, outside your unit, at the golf lapa or the swimming pool. The mysterious black waters of the Goukamma River winds through the estate. Take a canoe and choose between a lazy paddle or a more strenuous trip down to the beach (+/- 12 kms).

Buffels Bay beach, only 8 km's from Blackwaters River Lodge, is the areas best bathing beach. The long white beach is ideal for walking too. There are so many fantastic eating houses within a 12km radius, but for those who don't want to drive at night we can provide a "meal of the day" on request OR we can provide a shuttle service to and from the restaurant.

Features you'll appreciate

  • swimming
    pool
  • air-con
  • wifi
  • parking
  • airport
    transfers
  • kitchenette
  • braai / bbq
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Air-conditioning
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.
  • Cleaning materials supplied
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Fan(s)
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Heater(s)
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)
  • Mini- / courtesy bar
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Safe for valuables
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Television (with satellite)

On Site

  • Air-conditioning
  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Garden(s)
  • Guest lounge with TV
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Laundry service
  • Parking (off street)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Safe deposit box (reception)
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Swimming pool

Food & Drink

  • Bar (fully licenced)
  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee
  • Restaurant / dining room

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Transfers

  • Airport transfers
  • Other transfers available
  • Tour assistance
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • Ndebele
  • Shona
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Luxury River Family Unit

Qty: 4
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Luxury open plan room/unit/suite with 2x XL single beds/king size and the following in-room facilities/amenities: fridge, kettle, tea/coffee amenities, full bathroom en-suite with amenities (bath and shower), hair dryer, air conditioning, electrical blankets, wall heater, TV/DSTV (hotel bouquet) private balconies overlooking the Goukamma River and indigenous forests. Non-smoking.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Classic Driveway Unit

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: ; over 12 years treated as adults

Classic standard room/unit/suite with 2x single beds and or double bed in the garden complex with the following in-room facilities/amenities: fridge, kettle, tea/coffee amenities, full bathroom en-suite with amenities (bath and shower), hair dryer, fans, electrical blankets, wall heater, TV/DSTV (hotel bouquet) and private patios looking into the gardens and Par 3 golf course. Non-smoking.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Luxury River Unit

Qty: 8
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-2 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Luxury open plan room/unit/suite with 2x XL single beds/king size and the following in-room facilities/amenities: fridge, kettle, tea/coffee amenities, full bathroom en-suite with amenities (bath and shower), hair dryer, air conditioning, electrical blankets, wall heater, TV/DSTV (hotel bouquet) private balconies overlooking the Goukamma River and indigenous forests. Non-smoking.

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Classic Garden Unit

Qty: 5
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-2 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Open plan unit furnished with two single beds and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath and shower, toilet and basin. There is a bar fridge, fan, hair dryer, electrical blankets, heater, TV with Openview, tea/coffee station with patio looking into the gardens

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

Classic Garden Family Unit

Qty: 2
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Open plan unit furnished with a double bed, a single bed and a sofa bed. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a bath, shower, toilet and basin. There is a bar fridge, fan, hair dryer, electrical blankets, heater, TV with Openview, tea/coffee station with patio looking into the gardens

  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Internet connection (wireless)  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)

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Guest Reviews

2 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

Wonderful hosts - warm and friendly and helpful, and catering is to die for! The location is peaceful and interesting and the accommodation first class. If you are doing the Garden Route this is a 'rolls royce' B&B.

January 2018

richard (Benfleet)

Verified reviewexcellent

Our entire family (over 20 of us!) stayed at Blackwaters for my dad's 80th birthday celebration. They really went all out to make it a really special occassion and we thank them for such special memories. Our ages ranged from 9 to 80 and everyone had a wonderful time! The accommodation itself was fantastic - very clean and comfortable and each room had been beautifully outfitted, with all the amenities you could ask for. There was lots to keep all ages busy - and we all had such fun in the golf challenge. The food was also wonderful and they even went so far as to find out my dad's favourite meal for the birthday dinner! I highly recommend this venue - whether it be for a quick stopover, a longer stay, or a group get-together for a special occasion.

July 2012

Greta Smart (Joahnnesburg)

Verified Host

  • Telephone number verified
  • Email addressed verified
  • Host identification on file
  • Proof of address on file
  • Host on SA-Venues.com for 24 years

Need to Know

Response timeBlackwaters River Lodge typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome, a cot is available on request.

Closest airport(s)Plettenberg Bay Airport - 30km
George Airport - 60km
Port Elizabeth Airport - 270km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the property Mastercard, Visa, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Host on SA-Venues.com for 24 years

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