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Welcome to The Lofts Boutique Hotel – Knysna

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About the Hotel

The Boatshed, Long Street, Thesen Island, Knysna, South Africa

The Lofts Boutique Hotel sits at the heart of Thesen Island in Knysna Estuary, offering a 4-star experience with a 9.0/10 Booking.com rating. Set within a remodeled timber frame of an old boatbuilding shed, this family-owned establishment combines industrial refurbishment with tranquil island living.

Distinctive Room Designs

The rooms at The Lofts Boutique Hotel feature unique design elements including artwork from local artist Jana Reynecke and bird guides specific to Thesen Islands. These rooms have doors opening onto a large north facing balcony with 2 sun loungers for you to take in the warm sunlight, while Exclusive Lagoon Suites offer uninterrupted views of the Knysna Lagoon.

Local Culinary Delights

Dining options at The Lofts include the world-renowned île de païn bakery and café known for artisanal bread and seasonal dishes. Nest Food Bar serves as Knysna's favorite waterside destination offering cocktails, snacks, and hearty dishes, while an Oven-Baked Organic Karoo Lamb Mince Bobotie with yellow rice, sambals & peppadew chutney represents traditional South African cuisine.

Relaxation Facilities

The hotel's sundeck area is protected from winds, allowing guests to lounge around the pool while enjoying lagoon views and watching sailboats. A large atrium with comfortable lounge areas and a service bar is open for guests to relax, watch sport or news or to sit and read, while Le Spa Tranquille offers pampering treatments including vichy shower scrubs, massage, and specialized facials.

Water Activities

The Lofts Boutique Hotel offers a complimentary seahorse tour that takes guests around the island, showcasing the best spots to find seahorses and providing interesting facts about these unique creatures. Magic Lagoon Charters offers cruises aboard vintage wooden vessels, including the oldest sailing vessel on African waters, while kayaking on the lagoon provides endless opportunities for admiring breathtaking sunrises and sunsets.

Convenient Island Location

Located in the center of Knysna Estuary, The Lofts Boutique Hotel is 35 km from Plettenberg Bay and positioned within Thesen Harbour Town. Guests can experience local craft drinks at Knysna Gin and Redbridge Brewery in the industrial area, while cycling around the town offers a great way to explore at your own pace.

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King Room Lake View
King Room Lake View
2 persons
38 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room
2 persons
29 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
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Apartment
Apartment
2 persons
105 m² 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Knysna 1.4 km
Airports
Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) 34.2 km
George (GRJ) 71.8 km

Facilities

Boutique hotels design their amenities with your relaxation and unique travel experiences in mind
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Barber shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Plunge pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

The Boatshed, Long Street, Thesen Island, Knysna, South Africa
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The Boatshed, Long Street, Thesen Island, Knysna, South Africa
City landmarks
Mall
Knysna Waterfront
990 m
Landmark
Spitzkop Viewpoint
1.4 km
Landmark
Dalene Matthee Memorial
1.4 km
Landmark
Old Gaol and Art Gallery
1.2 km
Gallery
Knysna Fine Art
870 m
Church
Holy Trinity Church
1.3 km
Landmark
Knysna Museum
1.4 km
Landmark
Margaret's Viewpoint
2.0 km
Landmark
Woolworths
1.3 km
Mall
WoodMill Lane Shopping Centre
1.3 km
Landmark
Thesen House
880 m
Nature reserve
Pledge Nature Reserve
2.3 km
Mall
Knysna Mall
1.4 km
Landmark
Millwood House
1.2 km
Landmark
Drupkelders
1.3 km
Landmark
Perdekop Trail
990 m
Landmark
Featherbed Co
1.6 km
Nature reserve
Featherbed Nature Reserve
3.0 km
Landmark
St George's Anglican Church
1.4 km
Church
Saint Boniface Catholic Church
1.5 km
Landmark
Knysna River
1.6 km
Landmark
Knysna Heads
3.7 km
Landmark
Skuilte Private Nature Reserve
2.0 km
Landmark
Leisure Isle Gallery
2.6 km
Landmark
Knysna Lagoon
23.4 km
Nearby
The Parking Shed
The Motorcycle Room
390 m
TH 2 Long Street Thesen Harbour Town
Jandreart Studio
390 m
Island
Thesen's Island
390 m
TH44 Long St
Ocean Odyssey Whale Watching Knysna
390 m
Shop Th24 Saffron Street
Scootours
390 m
Restaurants
Sirocco
220 m
Thesen Harbour Town Shop 28 Thesen Harbour Town
Tapas & Oysters
210 m
Thesen Harbour Town TH29 Thesen Harbour Town
The Island Cafe
270 m
Sawtooth Lane Thesen Islands
Freshline Fisheries
700 m
Railway Siding Dockyard Behind Tait Marine on way to Thesen Islands
The Drydock Food Co
950 m
Waterfront Shop 1
Cafe Mario
960 m
The Quays
Ocean Basket Knysna Quays
950 m
Shop21 The Waterfront
Falcon Creek Spur Steak Ranch
980 m
Waterfront Dr Shop 29A
Asami's House
1.0 km
Waterfront Drive Knysna Central
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