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Blackwaters River Lodge

Blackwaters River Lodge

Knysna Western Cape
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Gear up for unforgettable thrills with a stay at Blackwaters River Lodge, perfectly positioned for the ultimate adventure playground, Blackwaters River Lodge is on a river, within a 5-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve. This golf guesthouse is 15 minutes drive to Garden Route National Park and 15 minutes drive to Knysna Lagoon.

Wind down after a day of activity with air conditioning, in-room coffee & tea facilities, a fully-stocked minibar, complimentary high-speed WiFi, mini-refrigerator, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, premium bedding and a private balcony. Conveniences include a desk and an in-room safe.

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Property Details

While the golfer in the family is out on the course, try one of the other recreational amenities offered, such as an outdoor pool or bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Volleyball on site
  • Scooter/moped rentals on site
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage
  • Free breakfast
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Playground on site
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Daily
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Rowing or canoeing on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Terrace
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Golf course on site
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Concierge services
  • Number of buildings/towers - 4
  • Total number of rooms - 18
  • Number of floors - 1

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • 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
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

Grab a bite to eat at Earth and Fire, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 11 AM.

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Cape Floral Region Protected Areas - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Garden Route National Park - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Knysna Lagoon - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Drupkelders Hiking Trail - 8 km / 5 mi
Outeniqua Transport Museum - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Buffalo Bay Beach - 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
Friday Market - 10.3 km / 6.4 mi
Featherbed Boat Cruises - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Knysna Quays - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
Pledge Nature Reserve - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Knysna Waterfront - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
Brenton Beach - 13 km / 8.1 mi
Scarab Village - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi
Sedgefield Beach - 13.8 km / 8.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 45.6 km / 28.3 mi
George (GRJ) - 58.7 km / 36.5 mi
The preferred airport for Blackwaters River Lodge is George (GRJ).

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 500 per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other charges

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 550.00 per person
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 150.00 for check-in after 7 PM
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 750.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

N2 Highway between Knysna and Sedgefield, Knysna, Western Cape 6570, South Africa
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