Bamboo, The Guest House

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3-star Knysna guest house

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Family Suite | Outdoor pool | 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property entrance
Honeymoon Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Dining
Electric kettle
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
9 Bolton Street, Hunters Home, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
  • Popular LocationLeisure Isle5 min drive
  • Popular LocationPezula Golf Club6 min drive
  • Popular LocationThesen Island11 min drive

Room options

Honeymoon Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

Superior Room

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Knysna

In suburbs.Within a 5-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Golf Club. Also, Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail is within half a mile (1 km) and Knysna Lagoon is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Leisure Isle - 5 min drive
  • Pezula Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Knysna Waterfront - 8 min drive
  • Knysna Quays - 8 min drive
  • Thesen Island - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • White Washed - 6 min drive
  • Red Bridge Brewing Co - 6 min drive
  • 34 Tapas & Oysters - 9 min walk
  • KFC - 7 min drive
  • East Head Café - 6 min drive

About this property

Bamboo, The Guest House

Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3-star Knysna guest house
Bamboo, The Guest House offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills are also featured at Bamboo, The Guest House. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Knysna guesthouse.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 9 buildings
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Bamboo, The Guest House offers 14 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

This Knysna guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Thai

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: ZAR 50 per pet, per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: ZAR 50 per pet, per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Bamboo Guest House
Bamboo Guest House Knysna
Bamboo Knysna
Bamboo The Guest House
Bamboo Guest House Guesthouse Knysna
Bamboo, The Guest House Knysna
Bamboo, The Guest House Guesthouse
Bamboo, The Guest House Guesthouse Knysna

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bamboo, The Guest House to the airport?

Bamboo, The Guest House is 22 mi (35-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bamboo, The Guest House?

As of May 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bamboo, The Guest House on May 9, 2024 start from $55.97, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bamboo, The Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Bamboo, The Guest House offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Bamboo, The Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 2.3 mi (7-min drive) from Bollard Bay and 12.6 mi (36-min drive) from Brenton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bamboo, The Guest House offer free breakfast?

Bamboo, The Guest House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bamboo, The Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Bamboo, The Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Bamboo, The Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Bamboo, The Guest House have a pool?

Bamboo, The Guest House features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Bamboo, The Guest House have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Bamboo, The Guest House to downtown Knysna?

Bamboo, The Guest House is 0.1 mi away from Hunter's Home.

Bamboo, The Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Friedrich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Danke an Henry für eine tolle Zeit in seiner wunderschönen Anlage unter tropischen Pflanzen und seine Hilfe in Not
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

amed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite safe nature
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Mags, N Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quirky guesthouse with it’s own distinct personality. Very welcoming & complimentary shuttlebus to & from Knysna centre was a definite bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bamboo
Once again, a lovely stay and stunning venue.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bamboo
It is a stunning venue. Each room hidden in tress. Simlpy lovely, and staff extremely friendly and accomodating.

10/10 Excellent

nir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place in Knysana
The place is very nice, very big and comfortable. nice kitchen and shower. At the lobby you can feel like at home. They arrange a shutlle to a good restaurant at the evening. breakfast very good. The staff and the owner was amazing. It was excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Thamandrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort