Turbine Hotel and Spa

Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, espresso maker, electric kettle

Luxury Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, hot stone massages

Luxury Room | Private kitchen | Fridge, espresso maker, electric kettle

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(176 Ratings)

Hotel in Knysna

5-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

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About this hotel

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and a marina
Along with 3 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a marina and a full-service spa. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite.
Turbine Hotel and Spa offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and espresso makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a steam room.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Knysna

Nearby attractions

Knysna Elephant Park

12.5 mi

Garden Route National Park

27.6 mi

Birds of Eden

25.6 mi

Africanyon River Adventures

25.8 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room

1 King • 301 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Luxury Room

1 King • 377 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Suite

1 Double • 624 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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Turbine Hotel and Spa

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4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(176 Ratings)

Hotel in Knysna

5-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a steam room.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Knysna

Nearby attractions

Knysna Elephant Park

12.5 mi

Garden Route National Park

27.6 mi

Birds of Eden

25.6 mi

Africanyon River Adventures

25.8 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room

1 King • 301 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Luxury Room

1 King • 377 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Suite

1 Double • 624 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.5 / 5.0

Excellent(176 Ratings)

4.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

Unique hotel built around the turbine history. Lovely location , excellent staff

2.5 / 5.0

Jan 2024

Really gorgeous hotel - built around an old turbine .. loads of character. Perfect position on thesen island ! Fantastic coffee shop there called isle de pain and The Nest for dinner ! Amazing views and food.. loved this place !

2.5 / 5.0

Jan 2024

This was our second stay at Turbine, one of our main reasons for the 5 / 6 hour drive from Cape Town. Just to stay here.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Spectacular and interesting property in a great marina area surrounded by restaurants and boutiques. We had a suite with a spectacular view of the lagoon. Highly recommended.

2.5 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Lovely spot, friendly staff and superb breakfast

2.5 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The staff were all good, but a special mention to the breakfast staff. They went above and beyond. Also the massage therapist Thembi and Stephanie.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Lovely boutique hotel and friendly staff. They could provide more bigger bottles of water as they were giving very small ones.

2.5 / 5.0

Apr 2023

This is a wonderful place to stay when in Knysna! Fantastic views, and a very "different" feel to the public spaces in the hotel, with remnants of the old power station equipment abound in the hotel, but is uniquely balanced by some wonderful works of art! Staff were very friendly and helpful, though sometimes breakfast service was a little slow - but always worth waiting for! Also used the hotel spa, which was a fantastic experience, with very friendly and capable staff.

1.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Booked a single night for our wedding anniversary - upon our return after dinner there was not hot water available in our room. We reported it to reception- followed their instructions. An hour later there was still no hot water - reception sent 2 x ladies up to our room to check the water as if we are lying. Reception offered that we could use another room’s bathroom - but weren’t able to move is to an entire new room. We then decided to check out and find alternative accommodation as this is unacceptable. As I was halfway out the door already there miraculously became a room available - unfortunately by that time the whole evening was spoilt and we left. Issues arise - it is the manner that they are dealt with that makes the difference.

2.5 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Lovely contemporary hotel offering very spacious and comfortable rooms in a quiet setting. It has a very boutique feeling, with a warm and friendly welcome from all the staff. The breakfast was excellent, although the service a little on the slow side. The location on the island is excellent for relaxing, together with a bit of mooching around the shops and cafes around and just a short walk into the Quays area. There are several restaurants within a few steps of the hotel. A great place to stay. I stayed twice on this trip and will definitely stay again.

2.5 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Fantastic quirky place which we couldn’t recommend highly enough. Plenty to see and do on Thesen Island. Unfortunately the A/C wasn’t working but supplied with a fan and some wine to make up for that.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

On arrival we asked to change rooms as our room had no balcony. The staff and Manager could not have been more helpful or accommodating. Superb service great location, fabulous staff

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Amazing staff and very good location!

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2022

We had a fabulous stay at the Turbine. Sadly it was only for one night but will definitely stay there again! Beautiful decor, beautiful views of the waterways, lovely and friendly staff. Food in the pub and at breakfast was delicious too

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

The property has an interesting unique design

2.5 / 5.0

Apr 2022

We checked in earlier. The reception staff were so accommodating and friendly. They kept our baggage for us the morning prior to check-in. The friendliness and professionalism of the staff are world-class. What a pleasure to see happy faces all the time.

1.3 / 5.0

Apr 2022

4.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Unique character, very pretty All rooms face the pool and the dining hall is at the pool... not much privacy for swimming

2.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Unique character, very prettyAll rooms face the pool and the dining hall is at the pool... not much privacy for swimming

1.5 / 5.0

Sep 2021

This is a wonderful boutique hotel, that has done an amazing job preserving so much of the original power station equipment throughout the hotel. The history of the power station & Thesen Island make for a memorable stay. The staff are all incredibly friendly & helpful.

1.5 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Friendly staff, great food and great location

1.3 / 5.0

Jun 2021

An amazing weekend away experience characterised by excellent customer service and awesome breakfasts. The furnishings and fittings, including the artefacts, are amazing, and indicative of the detailed interior design!

1.5 / 5.0

May 2021

The hotel was so great. Very clean, beautiful and fun decorated. Staff was friendly and really helpful. The restaurant island café served one of the best breakfast we ever had at a hotel. We enjoyed our two nights and hope to be able to come back.

1.3 / 5.0

May 2021

Great stay overall, and great value for the price. Location was excellent. The room was nice. Breakfast was very good. The staff was incredibly friendly.

1.3 / 5.0

May 2021

Great stay overall, and great value for the price. Location was excellent. The room was nice. Breakfast was very good. The staff was incredibly friendly.

1.3 / 5.0

Apr 2021

Had a lovely stay, and would like to stay there again. Beautiful view and very conveniently situated. Everything was perfectly clean and excellent breakfast. Friendly and professional staff throughout the hotel. Plenty and safe on site parking. People with mobility issues just need to check that they are on ground floor as there are stairs to negotiate. Lovely in-room amenities, appreciated the espresso maker and quality toiletries

2.0 / 5.0

Mar 2021

Very noisy pool area close to rooms, badly laid out dining area that breakfast table blocked entrance to hotel rooms.

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2021

Very noisy pool area close to rooms, badly laid out dining area that breakfast table blocked entrance to hotel rooms.

1.3 / 5.0

Dec 2020

Amazing value for money. Had a wonderful stay. Great food as well ! Special thanks to the breakfast Ladies and the Gastro Pub waiter.

1.3 / 5.0

Dec 2020

Very friendly staff,with very modernized rooms. Great service, exceptional food and over all great a stay. Would surly recommend!

1.3 / 5.0

Nov 2020

Awesome and clean room and bathroom with nice bedding and linen. Towels can be better. Breakfast not what we expected for such a nice hotel.

1.0 / 5.0

Oct 2020

A great stay with the best breakfast we ever had at a Hotel.service was great. only negative was the quality of the TV and the food at dinner. steak was killed and I were wrong in not sending it back. will see the Turbine again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2020

Very unique, with lots of history that’s been turned in to a beautiful boutique hotel on the island, beautiful room, lovely staff that couldn’t do enough for you. Great spot for exploring the Knysna area. Nice bars and restaurant just a stroll away.

3.0 / 5.0

Dec 2019

Hotel is unique and interesting,rooms are modern and well planned . Food was good but ... big but ... service although cheerful was so slow and incompetent in the dining room . Gave up waiting for cooked breakfast order after an hour even after a prompt that we were still waiting ,another 20 minutes passed. Lots of staff around . We left to get on with our day . The island bar team on the other hand were on it with the drinks service and the food order. Reception staff were polite and efficient but could be more welcoming and interested to ask whether stay had been pleasant.

1.5 / 5.0

Dec 2019

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2019

Unique, interesting, unique facility, by the water, fab staff, great location

2.5 / 5.0

Jul 2019

Lovely setting. Friendly modern hotel .The whole area was beautiful and felt very safe.

2.5 / 5.0

May 2019

Very friendly staff, promptly helped with WiFi issues that I had

2.5 / 5.0

Apr 2019

This is a unique Hotel. It's interesting, well run and managed and with a very interesting history as an old power station. Many of these aspects are now features and it all combines to make a wonderful experience. The rooms are very well appointed and immaculately clean. If we find ourselves back int he area this would be a number one choice!

2.5 / 5.0

Dec 2018

Unique hotel in a beautiful settting. Spacious, clean rooms within walking distance to shopping and restaurants.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Knysna?

The average price for a rental in Knysna is $77 per night. This rental is $135 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Turbine Hotel and Spa. 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 Turbine Hotel and Spa. Enjoy the water!

Is Turbine Hotel and Spa pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and laundry.

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Turbine Hotel and Spa

Hotel in Knysna

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Knysna

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room

Luxury Room

Suite

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Hotel in Knysna

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Knysna

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room

Luxury Room

Suite

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Knysna?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Turbine Hotel and Spa pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Turbine Hotel and Spa?

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