Knysna Elephant Park Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
+96 photos
Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Knysna Elephant Park Lodge in Plettenberg Bay offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room includes a work desk, mini-bar, and free WiFi. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves South African cuisine with vegetarian options. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner in a traditional or modern ambiance. Leisure Facilities: The lodge features a sun terrace, garden, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Free on-site private parking is available, along with a lounge and daily housekeeping service. Location and Attractions: Located 8.7 mi from Plettenberg Bay Airport and near attractions such as Goose Valley Golf Club (8.7 mi) and Robberg Nature Reserve (12 mi). Guests appreciate the attentive staff and comfortable rooms.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, American, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Wendy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely room looking right into the Boma enabling us to watch the elephants. Staff were lovely, food was great and good overall experience.”
Jcbc
Canada Canada
“The buffet breakfast had good warm and cold options. Nice bedding, instantly warm shower. The shared night viewing area was cozy. There is a large playground for children at the restaurant area. Prices all around (honesty bar, gift shop,...”
L
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A unique place and opportunity to be so close to the wonderful resident elephants. The rooms were beautifully decorated and the chance to meet with the herd in the morning was a truly memorable experience led by fantastic staff.”
Marianne
United States United States
“We had an amazing experience overnighting at the lodge. The accommodation was superior. The walk with the elephants was so special, the guides were very attentive & knowledgeable.”
Oliver
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing setting and perfect rooms that were so comfortable”
Debra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“What a fantastic unique experience. To. be able to spend the night with the elephants was just such a beautiful thing to do”
Erin
United States United States
“Incredible experience staying the night with elephants - we did the walk in the morning which was great but you can also meet the herd for free and feed them and that would have been enough”
Linda
United States United States
“Staying at the Knysna Elephant Lodge cannot be summed up in mere words such as awesome, wonderful, enchanting, spiritual. It was so magical to feed, walk with and observe these majestic land animals 24/7! The grounds were beautiful, the staff...”
Bella
South Africa South Africa
“experience with elephants service good beautiful setting near to both Plett and Knysna”
Yonatan
Israel Israel
“Everything was perfect! Absolutely perfect! The elephants are majestic and the whole atmosphere at the lodge is incredible! Found myself sitting staring at the elephants for hours. Breakfast was very good. And the staff… Best staff I ever met!...”

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Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Indlovu Cafe
  • Cuisine
    South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

Knysna Elephant Park Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Knysna Elephant Park Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.