We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
Payments made by partners impact the order of prices displayed. Room types may vary.
The listings of booking offers for each property take into account the compensation paid to us by our partners. Prices shown may be for varying room types. Prices displayed are the lowest available, corresponding to the least expensive room type available, as provided from our partners as of the time of the user’s search.
Prices are provided by our partners, and reflect nightly room rates, including all taxes and fees known to our partners. Please see our partners for more details.
Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge is situated on top of the Welbedacht Cliff Tops 3km from Knysna Town, the Lodge overlooks the Knysna Lagoon and the Outeniqua mountains. The theme of the Lodge is one based on natural beauty with stone and wood architecture combining to give that comfortable earth feel. This Knysna Accommodation has four suites with magical views of the Knysna lagoon from every corner of the room. The fifth and sixth suite while still enjoying lagoon views are embedded in indigenous “fynbos” surroundings attracting numerous bird species and giving that “hidden away” feeling. Enjoy a relaxing spa-bath while gazing into infinity. All the suites have double showers with views and are private.The lodge is a family run business that prides itself on personal service and ensuring an unforgettable experience for all.
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
One of the best places we have stayed. Room was everything we expected. Breakfast was scrumptious and service was top notch. We will certainly keep this one on our list. Access to the property is easy and close to amenities.
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: December 2023
Value
Rooms
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Absolutely breathtaking views and service! Makes you feel at home since the moment you check in. Everything was amazing and the staff were very helpful and friendly, assisting our every need. Lovely place, can't wait to go back!
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: May 2023
Value
Rooms
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
The room we had was lovely view of the lagoon with a great breakfast. The rooms over look the main road to Knysna below which is busy and audible if you have the doors open. The staff were very helpful with recommendations and reservations for dinner.
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: April 2023
Value
Rooms
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Myself and my wife thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality and friendliness of the guest lodge and their willingness to make our stay a memorable one. From walking in we were greeted with a friendly tone and interacting with everyone at Elephant Hide and partners was warm and loving. Highly recommended!!
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: December 2022
Value
Rooms
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you to Ryan and Fish for the amazing service! Beautiful view and so quite and relaxing ! Was amazing to connect with nature again ! Rooms was amazing ! And the bathroom view was breath taking ! Thank you Elephant Hide ! ! !
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: October 2022
Value
Rooms
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Wonderful hospitality. Staff were very accommodating with any requests and went the extra mile to make sure our stay was very memorable! The breakfast was delicious and the views are phenomenal. Overall a very enjoyable stay and would definitely stay there again!
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: May 2022
Value
Rooms
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
A very nice and private house, with amazing view and everything you need is there. Enjoyed a message in the privacy of our house, and there is much to see in Knysna as we went for a boat trip aswell as driving to the heads, visiting some of the most beautiful gholfcourses. Breakfast was included and selection is very healthy and filling as there is enough choices to build your own breakfast. The well equipped bath is very romantic, the whole bathroom is setup for 2 poeple (2showers heads, 2 baisins and big enough bath)
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: December 2021
Value
Rooms
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We spent our honeymoon at this stunning accommodation. We chose the honeymoon package, and it was all we dreamed of and more! We were doing a garden route trip and did not want to leave Knysna because of this wonderful destination! The rooms were stunning, perfectly set up for honeymoon with rose petals and champagne, a lovely welcome. The rooms are clean, private and has the most incredible views! The jacuzzi bath has a view of the lagoon that is spectacular! The complimentary breakfasts were fantastic! The staff were so friendly and very accommodating. We will definitely be returning and highly recommended Elephant Hide of Knysna to anyone looking for a romantic getaway!
Read more
Date of stay: December 2021
Location
Cleanliness
Service
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We stayed here for one night during a recent Garden Route "road trip". Accommodation was fantastic - huge rooms with incredible view and super friendly staff. Can highly recommend staying here if you're in Knysna!!
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: December 2021
Value
Rooms
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
The Elephant Hide Lodge has friendly, supportive staff and go the extra mile to accommodate your needs. Complimentary breakfasts and breath-taking views are offered in the common area lounge. The chalets are beautifully furnished, neat and clean. The Honeymoon suite in which we stayed has the most spectacular views and offers luxurious bathroom amenities. The location is ideal for those looking to be away from the hustle and bustle from city life and who wish to enjoy the tranquillity of nature. We have a wonderful visit and would highly recommend Elephant Hide Lodge to other couples.
Read more
Date of stay: September 2021
Cleanliness
Service
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
£132 - £148 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
elephant hide of knysna guest hotel knysna
LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapeKnysna
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
Prices are provided by our partners, and reflect nightly room rates, including all taxes and fees known to our partners. Please see our partners for more details.
Is This Your Tripadvisor Listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.