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Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Knysna Waterfront

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property - evening/night
Luxury Suite - One Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Breakfast and dinner served
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, Turkish bath
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • SpaSpaSpa
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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
No. 1 Old Cape Road, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Popular LocationKnysna Waterfront15 min drive
  • Popular LocationThesen Island15 min drive
  • Popular LocationKnysna Lagoon19 min drive
  • AirportGeorge (GRJ)64 min drive

Room options

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Executive Suite - Two Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite - Two Bedroom

  • 1561 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Suite - One Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite - One Bedroom

  • 1292 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Knysna

In Knysna .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Knysna Waterfront and Thesen Island. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Simola Golf Course - 1 min drive
  • Knysna Waterfront - 15 min drive
  • Thesen Island - 15 min drive
  • Knysna Lagoon - 19 min drive
  • Leisure Isle - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Snobs Coffee - 11 min drive
  • Persello's - 12 min drive
  • African Bean - 12 min drive
  • MUSE Fusion Food - 9 min drive
  • Lunar Cafe - 11 min drive

About this property

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

5-star luxury hotel near Knysna Waterfront
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. An outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center are also featured at the luxury Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Knysna hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa offers 80 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, bidets, and hair dryers.

This Knysna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, Portuguese, Xhosa

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 170 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 170 per person

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

Simola Country Club
Simola Country Club Knysna
Simola Hotel
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Simola Hotel Country Club Spa
Simola Hotel, & Spa Knysna
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa to the airport?

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa is 26.5 mi (46-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?

As of May 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa on May 14, 2024 start from $162.49, 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 Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa.

How close is Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa to the beach?

This hotel is 11.3 mi (33-min drive) from Brenton Beach and 9.8 mi (23-min drive) from Bollard Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 170 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa have a pool?

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features aromatherapy, mani/pedis, and body wraps.

How close is Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa to downtown Knysna?

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa is 2.6 mi away from Knysna.

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ibrahima, Ashburn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic time
The best place in Knysna. The view, the space of the apartment and the service are excellent. The only thing that the there is no slippers, no bathrobe, no iron and iron board (unless you request), the quality of soap and shampoo is bad. However overall it is fantastic and worth
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Hannah

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

MISS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

MISS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

WY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Golf Getaway
We enjoyed the golf, facilities, views, bird life, clean air and insect sounds. Overall fantastic place to stay. Will definitely return. Areas for improvement- bedroom did not have wifi connection. Need recycling bins and full smart tv options. Twice food for room service was cold.
View from patio !
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

CHRISTINE

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant stay at Simola because the staff is friendly and professional. The hotel also provides with many amenities (golf, spa, indoor and outdoor pools, restaurants, bar, a few activities) so it's very convenient. The suites are spacious and the views were gorgeous. The breakfast is very good, rich, complete. However, we regret the cleaning wasn't up to the standards of the hotel and renowned golf course. Also the outdoor pool isn't heated though we couldn't enjoy it because it was too chilly, it's a shame for such a big hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022