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Cape Town Facts & Tips

Cape Town is a winter rainfall region

Unlike the rest of the country, the Cape Town area, and the entire Western Cape, is a winter rainfall region. Being in the Southern Hemisphere, the South African winter stretches from about mid-May to mid-September. During this winter period, the rainfall significantly increases with storms lasting up to several days with anything from mild sprinkles to torrential downpours. That said, should your visit coincide with winter, bring along your rain gear.

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Hostels & Cheap Accommodation in Cape Town

Atlantic Guesthouse - Guesthouse


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Atlantic Guesthouse is the ideal place to simply relax or to explore many sights of Knysna or the scenic route. Knysna is surrounded by a paradise of indeginoues forests, mountains, lakes and spectacular beaches and nestles on the banks of a tranquil estuary.

Atlantic Gueshouse is an up market guest house that balances luxuary and comfort.

Address

28 McClelland Circle
Heuwelkruin
Knysna, 6571

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Bamboo Guesthouse - Guesthouse


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At Bamboo we offer guests beautifully decorated apartments equipped with all the latest mod cons in the colonial tranquility of a large Indigenous water garden with birdsong

Guests will enjoy outstanding cuisine during a stay with us and have the choice of a light continental breakfast or a full English breakfast served in our poolside Boma tucked under trees in a corner of the garden.

In the Evenings guests can gather around Boma?s firepit where they can endulge in a traditional braai (barbeque) or home cooked meal by arrangement. Sundowners and picnics on the Knysna Lagoon are also possible with our leisure boat.

We also have a large salt water swimming pool where guests can enjoy a swim and chill out and unwind. Other facilities include secure off street parking and a baby sitting and laundry service.

Address

9 Bolton Street,
Hunters Home,
Knysna, 6571

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Beauchamp Place - Guesthouse


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This quaint Guesthouse offers its visitors the friendly atmosphere and breathtaking views associated with the Knysna area.

Relax at our pool with braai area. Perfect for Honeymooners!

A full English and Continental Breakfast is personally prepared and served by your hosts Jan & Petro. You may enjoy it in the breakfast room or on the verandah both with spectacular views of the Heads and the Lagoon. We also have a cosy lounge with fireplace.

Address

150 Old Cape Road
Knysna, 6571

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Buffalo Bay Backpackers - Hotel


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Set amongst the dunes you have a panoramic view of the ocean with sandy beaches stretching to both sides as far as the eye can see. Spend your days lazing in hammocks, catching a few waves and sipping cocktails on our deck, followed by a delicious barbeque around the campfire. Whether you are an adrenaline junkie, beach bum or nature loving spirit, you?ll find something to make your stay memorable and fun

Address

1 Main Road, Buffalo Bay
Knysna, 000

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Highfields Backpackers - Hostel


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We have plenty of backpackers hostel accommodation, with space galore to spread out and enjoy yourself, near enough to town for you to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the sights and sounds of Knysna or relax at the waterfront in one of the excellent restaurants in offer.

Now under new ownership and management this Knysna hostel still has some its original features as well as a bunch of new ones. Our young energetic staff can assist in arranging all your activities in and around Knysna.

At Highfields we offer more than just backpackers hostel accommodation. We also put a lot of emphasis on activities from our in-house tours, down into a tourist free river gorge, to activities in Knysna and the surrounding areas. From a relaxing massage to heart pumping adrenaline sports we advise and arrange your every desire. Visit our Adventure Centre page for a few examples.

Address

2 Graham Street
Knysna, 6570

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Island Vibe - Hostel


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The panoramic view from the Heads takes your breath away and is synonymous to Knysna as are oysters and the Knysna Seahorse. The town?s central location on the Garden Route makes it an ideal base to thoroughly explore the many renowned attractions in the area. Knysna itself has so much to offer that staying a day or two extra in this peaceful town is a welcome to many.

Island Vibe Knysna is in the thick of things, ideally located in the centre of town ? shops, bars, restaurants and the vibrant night clubs are all within easy walking distance. The atmosphere at Island Vibe is tranquil and relaxed. From the moment you enter the front gate you will feel at home and once you spot the sunny wooden decks overlooking the Heads, you?ll know you found the right place. Comfy en suite doubles, small cosy dorms, a snug bar that serves refreshingly cold beers and a pool table to entice you shoot a few. On cold nights snuggle around the fire; on warm days dive into the sparkling swimming pool?

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67 Main Road
Knysna, 000

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Island Vibe Knysna - Hostel


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Island Vibe has small comfortable dorm rooms, with a maximum of 4 persons per room. Our double en suite rooms all have their own TVs plus tea and coffee! An awesome scrumptious breakfast can be enjoyed on our sunny deck overlooking the Knysna Heads and many a cold beer consumed nest to the sparkling pool. Our pub is intimate and known for a place to share your travel stories or to get closer to the fire on a cold winter evening.

Adventures are superb in this little town and range from rap jumping and abseiling to canoeing, quad or mountain biking and shooting! Visit elephants in the park, take a cruise on the lagoon, walk in the forests or shake your liver on the brewery tour. If you have had enough of all that, stroll through the markets, take a coffee in one of the numerous quaint coffee shops or stay at home and enjoy the mellow vibe.

Night life is vibrant and there are a few good places in town to boogie your day away. Taxis available for late night home comers.

Address

67 Main Road
Knysna, 1000

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Lake Superior Backpackers - Hostel


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At Lake Superior guests can enjoy the view of the Knysna Heads while having your breakfast on the deck. Come and join our chef for his home-made specialties such as potjiekos, crab, and many more.

Guests can also relax around the fire with a sundowner before heading out to town.

Paragliding, horse riding, monkeyland, highest bungy in the world, shark cage diving and many more are on your doorstep.

Address

82 Main Street
Knysna, 6570

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On A Shoestring Hostel - Hostel


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Our accommodation consists of a dorm room with 24 beds stylishly divided into separate spaces consisting of four beds each. We have 2 double rooms which share a bathroom, and 2 family rooms which are en suite.

On site we also provided an internet cafe, guided tours, and canoe rentals for those who would like to take a paddle out on the Knysna lagoon, and a bicycle or 2.

And coming soon we will also have a small shop that will hold all the little things you may have left behind such as your toothbrush, shampoo, and other items that you might need. We also have a pick up service from all the bus stops all you need to do is give us a shout and we will pick you up and bring you here!

On a shoestring is ideal for the quite traveler. We aim to be the cheapest in town hence our name.

Address

146 Old Cape Rd
Knysna, 6570

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Peace Of Eden - Guesthouse


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Run by the owners Jen and Howard and a network of motivated individuals, Peace of Eden encompasses creative and sustainable outlets for those who pass by. If you want to play, there is an audio visual workspace for artists and musicians to record, practice and collaborate on concepts, if you want to stay, there are forest Canopy Cottage Tents, Self Cater Woodcutter Chalets and a cosy Traveler's Lodge of Cabins and comfy double rooms.

Influenced by its beautiful surroundings, Peace of Eden takes care to emphasize the wonder of it?s nature filled setting with features such as solar powered bush showers and a resident nature guide. Wake up to the sound of chattering monkeys and fall asleep to a symphony of frogs and crickets.

Take time off to chill out at the lily pond, or partake of some healthy delights from the Vegetarian Bar and Bistro, or grab a surf board / mountain bike from the closest staff member and head off to explore the nearby forest , beach and wilderness. It?s quite possible you might even be around for one of their events, festivals, or retreats, alternatively ask for a massage or treatment in their Deep Forest Thereapy Tent.

Address

Rheenendal Road
Garden Route
Knysna, 6576

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Tharfield Estate - Hostel


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Nestled amongst the forests in Harkerville just off the N2 between Plettenberg Bay and Knysna, Tharfield Estate presents the ideal opportunity for travelers to enjoy natural surroundings on a Boutique Estate environment. It is also the perfect natural surrounding for when a corporate break away function is needed. Tharfield estate is the ideal location to spend some time and explore the Garden Routes activities. The various accommodation options are extremely affordable for the area and cater for the adventurous backpacker in the unique Backpackers Boutique, the refined traveler looking for an exclusive tranquil up market Guest House nestled in a forest or the family needing some time together in the great outdoors in the Eco Friendly Cabin. The estate offers self catering options in all its amenities. Tharfield Estate takes pride in its superior levels of service and the quality of its facilities and the professional, friendly service offered by its staff.

Address

Airport Road
Harkerville
Knysna, 6000

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Village Bed And Breakfast - Guesthouse


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We are centrally located within easy strolling distance to the town centre, train station, ferry points and Waterfront.
There are five on suite bedrooms, also a room which sleeps 5 people with its own private balcony. Each room has its own deck, overlooking the Lagoon and historical Knysna railway line.
Facilities include secure off street parking, TV, fans, heaters, tea and coffee making facility. A full English breakfast is an optional extra, served in our dining room.

Relax on our sun deck or in our splash pool after a day exploring the many beautiful interesting places in the area.

The Village prides itself with a welcoming friendly environment, for holiday makers, professionals or families, at very competitive rates.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Address

80 Main Street
Knysna
Western Cape
Knysna, 6571

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