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Hotel Amenities
Property Features
St James of Knysna features 2 outdoor swimming pools. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.
This Colonial country house also offers a library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.
St James of Knysna is a smoke-free property.
- Library
- Picnic area
- Daily
- Private picnics
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Number of outdoor pools - 2
- Designer stores on site
- Number of bars/lounges - 1
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Beach umbrellas
- Free breakfast
- Uncovered parking
- Secured parking
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Year Built - 1991
- Free self parking
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Free WiFi
- Pool sun loungers
- Smoke-free property
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Wheelchair accessible – no
- Free buffet breakfast
- Dock
- Concierge services
- Fully fenced
- Pool umbrellas
- Laundry facilities
- Beach towels
- Total number of rooms - 15
- Number of floors - 2
- Number of buildings/towers - 2
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Off-street parking
- Free newspapers in lobby
Family Friendly Amenities
- Number of outdoor pools - 2
- Free WiFi
- Soundproofed rooms
- Laundry facilities
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
St James of Knysna offers 15 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.
- Television
- Free newspaper
- Refrigerator
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Phone
- Private bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe
- Room service (24 hours)
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Soundproofed rooms
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Turndown service
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Slippers
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Digital TV service
- Free WiFi
- Individually furnished
- Individually decorated
- TV size: 43
- TV size measurement: inch
- Towels provided
- Bedsheets provided
- Number of bathrooms - 1
- Netflix
- Number of beds 1
- Champagne service
- Local maps
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Streaming services
- Restaurant dining guide
Parking
Free self parking
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Food & Drink
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 8 AM and 10 AM.
St James of Knysna - This bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Handrails in stairways
Nearby Activities
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Motor boating nearby
- Canoe on site
- Rafting nearby
- Segway rental/tour nearby
- Boat tours on site
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Game viewing nearby
- Fishing on site
- Game drive nearby
- Safari nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Kayaking on site
- Skydiving nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Ziplining nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Rowing or canoeing on site
- Surf lessons - nearby
- Personal motorized watercraft on site
Hotel Policies
Payment types
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Check-in time ends at 10:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Front desk opens daily at 7:00 AM
Front desk closes daily at 10:00 PM
Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
Cashless transactions are available
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Masks are compulsory at the property
Temperature checks are available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Contactless food service / room service is available
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is available
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Security system
Mobile key entry is not available
Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
Protective clothing is not available to guests
No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Staffed front desk
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is available
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
LGBTQ friendly
No elevators
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Smoke detector
Individually-wrapped food options are not available
Debit cards
Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Pet Policy
- Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
We should mention
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Hotel Names
- Knysna St James
- St James House Knysna
- St James Knysna
- The St James Knysna
- The St. James Of Knysna Hotel Knysna
- St James Knysna Country House
- St James Country House
- The St. James Of Knysna Hotel
- St James of Knysna Knysna
- St James of Knysna Country House
- St James of Knysna Country House Knysna
National Rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
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