aha The Rex Hotel
Hotel in Knysna
4-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
About this hotel
Within 300 metres of Knysna Waterfront shopping area, The Rex Hotel offers the ultimate in comfort. Luxurious rooms feature modern design, LCD TVs and extra-large windows.
Amenities
Pool
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Map of Knysna
Available Rooms
2 Single • 258 ft²
Sleeps 2
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1 Double • 258 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
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10.0 / 10.0
Excelente localização, hotel novo, bonito, quarto super limpo e organizado e café da manhã espetacular.
10.0 / 10.0
The breakfast was amazing, so delicious and you could dish up for yourself as much as you want
Nothing!
10.0 / 10.0
One of the most beautiful hotels in our experience. Elegant african style. Room design (bathroom especially) is brilliant, we enjoyed it so much! Restaurant is great also.
7.0 / 10.0
the location, the price, modern finishes
the size of the room, the fact that there was dust below the bed, mattress was hard resulting in waking up with body aches
5.0 / 10.0
Staff very friendly
There was a funny smell which happened around midnight, that happened on both days. We would sleep not smelling anything but around midnight 😔... funny thing the rooms were sparkling clean and neat.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely
Nothing
9.0 / 10.0
Located close to restaurants and the waterfront for shopping.
Beautiful mountain view.
Very friendly helpful staff.
Secure undercover parking.
Free wifi 😊
Nothing
8.0 / 10.0
A good new hotel in a great location.
Helpful staff.
Very good breakfast.
There a security incident with our car in the hotel car park - although we did not lose anything. However the staff were very helpful in sorting it out.
8.0 / 10.0
modern and well positioned
8.0 / 10.0
Easy parking. Modern. Good location with everything you need within a short walk. Secure.
Pool was small but struggling to write anything here.
3.0 / 10.0
The noise in the corridors
The fact that there was only one towel in the bathroom and we are a couple.
6.0 / 10.0
The location and cleanliness.
The housekeeping was below average. Waited an entire day before our room was refreshed, despite requesting it early morning.
No accommodation made for halal breakfast or meals.
Facility needs a gym
10.0 / 10.0
The whole experience was great the place was extremely clean & the food was amazing
4.0 / 10.0
Great reception staff
Unfortunately the room was NOT cleaned
8.0 / 10.0
beautiful, clean and good location
the night load shedding started the tv and wifi stopped working. even after load shedding
8.0 / 10.0
spacious, modern, clean rooms
breakfast not included in price.
8.0 / 10.0
The location was excellent.
Not enough shower amenities. TV not a smart TV.
1.0 / 10.0
nothing
🤌🏿
8.0 / 10.0
The hotel is positioned in a great place. It's walking distance from the Knysna waterfront and local restaurants as well as the mosque for Muslim worshippers.
Rooms were tidy and well kept.
The hotel does not have back up power during load shedding. This includes no Wi-Fi. A single battery light is provided in the room.
7.0 / 10.0
centrally located, clean & easy to find
the bathroom had a sewage smelling issue, which had a slight stench in the bedroom. restaurant was also closed
1.0 / 10.0
NOTHING
The front picture shows the “old Rex hotel” not the. re one - small rooms. No facilities during loadshedding
No place for dinner. No coffee available during loadshedding.
ONE light bulb the only light in room during loadshedding.
the 4 star rating is a joke! Dont waste your money here!!!
unfriendly staff - did not feel safe in rooms!
The hotel allowed a mass group of people (not sure if anyone was actually staying in hotel) to use the pool area during loadshedding
2 x large cooler boxes of alcohol and 3 x cases of Corona
beer!
the party and noise was next level!
we left the hotel and booked into Pezula Hotel and Spa and we were in bliss!
we have stayed in the old Rex hotel before and will NEVER stay here again!
Terrible! Absolute rip off!!
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Knysna?
The average price for a rental in Knysna is $111 per night. This rental is $0 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at aha The Rex Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at aha The Rex Hotel. Enjoy the water!
Is aha The Rex Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at aha The Rex Hotel?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.
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