The Best Hotels Closest to Outeniqua Transport Museum in Knysna for 2026

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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a large arched window. There are several seating areas with tables and chairs.

A buffet area with a variety of food items, a coffee machine, and seating arrangements.

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows and a green roof.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a bar area, and a large mural.

1. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Knysna Central, 8.8 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Harsha

NT$3,217

NT$3,699 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A table with fruit, vegetables, and bread by a window overlooking a cityscape.

A swimming pool with a brick pathway, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A cobblestone pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a mounted television, a shelf with kitchen items, and a window with curtains.

2. Guinea Fowl Lodge

8.9 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Desiree

NT$2,554

NT$2,554 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A balcony with balustrades overlooking a beach with a lifeguard tower.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a mirror above the bed, a wooden wardrobe, and two bedside lamps.

A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, a barbecue grill, and surfboards.

3. Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

16.4 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

James

NT$2,370

NT$2,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A rocky coastal landscape with large boulders and cliffs.

A living room with a zebra rug, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a painting of giraffes.

A modern building with a stone wall entrance, a visible staircase, and a sign reading "SOU VILLA."

A landscaped garden with palm trees, a gravel path, and a view of the sea and hills in the background.

4. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

Paradise, 8.1 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Shuna

NT$2,920

NT$2,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central staircase, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoor patio area.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the marina.

5. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central, 8.9 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Jonna

NT$3,836

NT$4,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large indoor plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a scenic view.

A spacious indoor area with a large window overlooking a landscape, a seating area with wicker furniture, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

6. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

10.7 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Ibrahima

NT$7,484

NT$8,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern two-story building with a large entrance, outdoor seating area, and a central water feature.

A modern building with a wooden pathway leading to a glass entrance, surrounded by tropical plants.

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a well-maintained garden.

A row of modern, single-story cabins with a paved walkway leading through a landscaped garden.

7. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

7 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Chanel

NT$5,376

NT$6,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, outdoor seating, and a stone facade.

A beach with clear blue water, rocky outcrops, and greenery.

A coastal residential area with houses, a golf course, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal property with a swimming pool, a beach view, and a ride-on toy car.

8. Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

5.6 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Simon

NT$5,152

NT$5,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a body of water, and a hill in the background.

A neatly made bed with striped pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair with a patterned cushion.

A room with a round table, a clock, a vase with flowers, a small figurine, and a book.

A spacious living room with a white table, chairs, and a fireplace.

9. Chez Pierre

9 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Mary

NT$4,465

NT$4,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A wooden pier with a seafood platter, champagne, and glasses of wine.

A table with oysters, champagne, and strawberries, overlooking a lake and houses.

A nighttime view of a modern hotel with a swimming pool, illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern glass conservatory with a metal roof, surrounded by trees.

10. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

10.1 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Anonymous traveler

NT$3,450

NT$3,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A luxurious hotel with a central courtyard, outdoor seating areas, and a swimming pool.

A residential area with multiple houses surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of the ocean in the background.

A room with large windows, wicker hanging lamps, and a view of a pool and palm trees.

A hot tub with a wooden deck and bamboo walls.

11. Pezula Nature Retreat

11.2 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

bharat

NT$7,776

NT$8,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A restaurant with round tables, patterned chairs, hanging light fixtures, and potted plants.

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a swimming pool, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A modern multi-story building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a wooden deck.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "The Rex Hotel".

12. aha The Rex Hotel

9.8 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

"Been to Knysna now on many times, stayed in various types of accommodation within the town, very impressed with this hotel, ideal for walking around town, the marina and it's location is great, ideal for walking to many of the towns restaurants' and bars. Would certainly recommend this hotel. Staff were really helpful, breakfast was fine although there are many cafe's around the hotel should one want any alternative breakfast, although what we had was fine."

Yvonne

NT$3,982

NT$4,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A terrace with a view of the sea, outdoor seating, and a sunset.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of a cityscape, and a decorative tree branch with lights.

13. Crown on the heads

8.9 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Mmabatho

NT$11,021

NT$11,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, and a large potted plant.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area with a white cabinet and a small table, a large window with a view of the sea, and a ceiling fan.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a view of a swimming pool.

A modern interior with a dining area, a kitchen, and a large glass door leading to an outdoor space.

14. THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Paradise, 8.2 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Andrew

NT$6,093

NT$7,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A wooden deck leading to a swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered area, and a view of mountains and a lake.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, two sofas, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern room with large windows, a bed, two chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, with a view of a body of water and mountains in the background.

15. Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

19.6 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Gordon

NT$4,854

NT$5,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

16. Knysna Log-inn

Knysna Central, 8.8 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

Anonymous traveler

NT$3,820

NT$4,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A stone building with a balcony overlooking the ocean.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a chandelier.

A pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a stone building with balconies and a lush garden.

A bedroom with a large bed, two open windows with curtains, a chair, and a chandelier.

17. Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

14.4 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

St. John

NT$11,955

NT$13,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A rustic room with a wooden bed, a wooden bench, a large window, and a brick wall.

A stone-walled room with a bed, a wooden chair, and a ladder.

A stone building with a stone staircase leading to a balcony.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach with waves.

18. Buccara Noetzie - Lindsay Castle

13.4 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

sandra

NT$25,147

NT$28,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a stone building in the background.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the landscape.

A house with a pool, surrounded by pink flowers and greenery.

A living room with a brick wall, a chandelier, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chessboard.

19. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

7.5 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

NT$3,349

NT$7,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with a sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a towel rack, and a window with blinds.

A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, a plant, and toiletries on the counter.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the hallway.

20. Enon Heights 5-Star Luxury Stay

7.1 km from Outeniqua Transport Museum

NT$16,315

NT$16,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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Compare popular hotels close to Outeniqua Transport Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel	8.8 Excellent 38 reviews	View
Guinea Fowl Lodge	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Pili Pili Beach Cabanas	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden	9.8 Exceptional 70 reviews	View
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays	8.6 Excellent 370 reviews	View

Top Outeniqua Transport Museum Hotel Reviews

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Great host, and very nice breakfast"

Roseroc Boutique Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect"

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful boutique hotel… Amazing staff. Would definitely stay here again."

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful, surrounding mountains, spacious luxurious room, comfortable bed, good food."

Turbine Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was incredible. The location is excellent, the hotel itself is quite interesting and there are many places to explore, the food and drink were excellent - as were the staff who provided them, the room was remarkable. This is a must-stay hotel if you are considering staying in the area. I would return in a heartbeat if travels bring me there - and I would bring as many as I could."

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly/helpful staff. Our room was very nice with a pretty view to a water lagoon surrounded by hills. Location is very convenient and close to town."

Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

10/10 Excellent

"Incredible views. Easy to find & wonderful stay"

Guinea Fowl Lodge

8/10 Good

"My family of four stayed in the family room. We were a little disappointed, not to have a view of the town, but it is the only room that sleeps for. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast were excellent in the morning, a great way to start the day. This is a great place to spend a couple of nights."

St James of Knysna

10/10 Excellent

"This is a beautiful, clean and comfortable hotel. Staff is super helpful- a true 5 star hotel!"

Other attractions near Outeniqua Transport Museum

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain, green vegetation, and a clear blue sea.

Buffalo Bay Beach

8.4/10 (13 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Buffalo Bay Beach during your trip to Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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A rocky outcrop on a beach with waves crashing against it.

Brenton Beach

9.2/10 (64 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Brenton Beach during your travels in Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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A sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a rocky outcrop in the water, and a person fishing.

Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

See some of the Western Cape’s wonderful wildlife in a coastal nature reserve that combines the flora and fauna of both the ocean and the land.

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A coastal landscape with a river, rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse.

Knysna Lagoon

9.4/10 (57 reviews)

Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.

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Holy Trinity Anglican Church

You can find out about the history of Paarl with a stop at Holy Trinity Anglican Church. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

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Drupkelders Hiking Trail

You can take time to visit Drupkelders Hiking Trail during your travels to Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Featherbed Nature Reserve

8.4/10 (19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Featherbed Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Friday Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Friday Market during your visit to Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Outeniqua Transport Museum?

Outeniqua Transport Museum is located in an area of Buffalo Bay that travelers like for its golfing. You'll find 55 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Outeniqua Transport Museum?

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Outeniqua Transport Museum. Other good options within 5 miles include Knysna Hollow Country Estate and Brenton On Rocks Luxury Guest House.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Outeniqua Transport Museum?

Expedia has 55 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Outeniqua Transport Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Outeniqua Transport Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Outeniqua Transport Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Outeniqua Transport Museum?

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What can I see and do near Outeniqua Transport Museum?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Featherbed Nature Reserve and Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve. Lounge by the water at Buffalo Bay Beach and Brenton Beach. Surround yourself with nature at Knysna Lagoon, Drupkelders Hiking Trail, and West Head View Point.

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Our top choices for Outeniqua Transport Museum hotels

1. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

2. Guinea Fowl Lodge

3. Pili Pili Beach Cabanas

4. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

5. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

6. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

7. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

8. Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

9. Chez Pierre

10. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

11. Pezula Nature Retreat

12. aha The Rex Hotel

13. Crown on the heads

14. THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

15. Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

16. Knysna Log-inn

17. Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

18. Buccara Noetzie - Lindsay Castle

19. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

20. Enon Heights 5-Star Luxury Stay

Compare popular hotels close to Outeniqua Transport Museum

Top Outeniqua Transport Museum Hotel Reviews

Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Roseroc Boutique Guest House

The Lofts Boutique Hotel

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

Guinea Fowl Lodge

St James of Knysna

Other attractions near Outeniqua Transport Museum

Buffalo Bay Beach

Brenton Beach

Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve

Knysna Lagoon

Holy Trinity Anglican Church

Drupkelders Hiking Trail

Featherbed Nature Reserve

Friday Market

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