The Boatshed, Long Street, Thesen Islands, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
What's nearby
Thesen Island - 1 min walk
Knysna Lagoon - 1 min walk
Knysna Quays - 12 min walk
Knysna Waterfront - 12 min walk
Featherbed Nature Reserve - 20 min drive
Getting around
Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 33 min drive
George (GRJ) - 58 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Salt & Petal - 11 min walk
The Drydock Food Co - 12 min walk
Nest Food Bar - 1 min walk
34 South - 11 min walk
Anchorage Restaurant - 16 min walk
About this property
The Lofts Boutique Hotel
Situated by the ocean, The Lofts Boutique Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Knysna. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy or reflexology, and Nest serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a steam room.
Languages
Afrikaans, Dutch, English, Xhosa
At a glance
Hotel size
18 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Free off-site parking within 16 ft
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children's games
What to do
Kayaking
Canoeing
Shopping
Beach nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Working away
Co-working spaces
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bike hire
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Designer shops on-site
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Heated floors
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Le Spa Tranquille has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open selected days.
Dining
Nest – This beachfront café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 120 to 180 for adults and ZAR 100 to 180 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 600 per person (one-way)
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Lofts Boutique
Lofts Boutique Hotel
Lofts Boutique Hotel Knysna
Lofts Boutique Knysna
Lofts Hotel Knysna
The Lofts Boutique Hotel Hotel
The Lofts Boutique Hotel Knysna
The Lofts Boutique Hotel Hotel Knysna
Frequently asked questions
Does The Lofts Boutique Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Lofts Boutique Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Lofts Boutique Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Lofts Boutique Hotel?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Lofts Boutique Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Lofts Boutique Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 600 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lofts Boutique Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Lofts Boutique Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking and rowing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway hire. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Lofts Boutique Hotel also has a steam room and spa services.
Are there restaurants at or near The Lofts Boutique Hotel?
Yes, Nest offers beachfront dining and ocean views.
What's the area around The Lofts Boutique Hotel like?
The Lofts Boutique Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Thesen Island and 12 minutes' walk from Knysna Quays.
The Lofts Boutique Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 December 2024
Wonderful stay
We had a great 2 night stay at The Lofts. The apartment had so much space and was really comfortable.
The location was perfect for eating out in the evenings on the Island.
The complimentary kayak's and free Corona fridge (1 hour every evening) is a nice touch.
Our apartment had a small balcony but not a great view, we didn't mind too much for our short time there but check the rooms if you want a sea/lagoon view.
A
A, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
Louise
Louise, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2024
Fasel
Fasel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 June 2024
Beautiful stay
The facility is beautiful, in a renovated historic building. Our apartment was spacious and well decorated. We enjoyed sunset overlookimg the bay in tne deck. The staff was very helpful, especially the concierge Dylan. He was so welcoming, friendly interesting and helpful. He suggested some fabulous hikes one in Wildnerness and one in Plettenburg Bay.
Gina
Gina, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2024
Samantha
Samantha, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2024
Great property. Great location. Excellent service. Highly recommend it.
Sandy
Sandy, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 February 2024
Great all round
Very nice perfectly located hotel with exceptionally helpful reception staff
Philip
Philip, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 January 2024
Had a wonderful stay at the lofts. Can’t wait to stay again.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 December 2023
Marie Julie
Marie Julie, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 November 2023
David
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 November 2023
Staff and Room were amazing, Allan was really knowledgable about the area and very helpful.
Rooms and views are amazing.
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 August 2023
Bernadette
Bernadette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2023
Muhammad Asim
Muhammad Asim, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 May 2023
Everything about the hotel was lovely - the room decor, comfort, position, service, food - my only complaint is there was a lot of noise early in the morning from the restaurant.
Emanuel
Emanuel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 February 2023
Amazing Boutique Hotel with wonderful staff
This place gets 10 stars from us. The room was our best yet, both restaurants were amazing, the staff was at our service for anything we needed. We made use of both restaurants, our balcony, the deck and the kayaks. We would definitely recommend the Lofts!!
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
20 February 2023
hugh
hugh, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 January 2023
Amazing hotel, tons of character and in a wonderful area. Intelligent, helpful and hard working staff. One of the best hotels I’ve stayed in
Michael
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 November 2020
Amazing boutique find
Stay was amazing. Actually extended for an extra night. The staff were courteous, welcoming, friendly and professional.
The views from the deck were exceptional, especially at sunset.
The rooms were clean, big, with an outside patio.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2020
NPF
NPF, 5-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 March 2020
Highly Recommended
The ambience & feel of this hotel felt very comforting & pleasing. The staff is very helpful & amiable. We stayed in the lagoon room which had a very good view of the lagoon. The room was big and comfortable. The breakfast served was wonderful.
Overall, highly recommended.
ADITYA
ADITYA, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2019
Perfect in every way. Lovely lagoon location on Thesens Island, welcoming staff, personal attention, beautifully appointed and decorated, and gorgeous breakfast.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2019
the room was fabulously clean and extremely comfortable thank you
eva
eva, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2019
Luxurious Lofts
The Lofts is excellent- very friendly and helpful staff (Carla at reception in particular), the room is extremely spacious and comfortable, a large patio with chaise longue and a large walk-in shower. Breakfast was superb quality. All in all a great place to stay.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 August 2019
I really appreciate all the help and support offered by the Lofts staff and especially Mazne, the receptionist.