Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel - Knysna

Boutique lagoon-front hotel on Leisure Isle with complimentary bikes and canoes

Rooms & Suites

Each suite at Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel includes a private furnished balcony or patio overlooking the Knysna Lagoon or gardens. The Coral Suite offers panoramic views of the lagoon and the Knysna Heads through large windows. All rooms provide air conditioning, satellite TV, and en suite bathrooms with free toiletries. The Milkwood Suite has a private terrace with sun loungers facing the lagoon.

Dining

Amanzi Island Lodge Knysna has an in-house restaurant run by a resident chef who specializes in South African cuisine. Guests can pre-order dinner upon arrival and enjoy meals on the outdoor terrace with sunset views. Breakfast includes a variety of cooked-to-order items, with options for packed lunches on request. The bar offers wine and champagne, while the snack bar serves lighter bites by the pool.

Activities & Amenities

The hotel provides complimentary bicycles and canoes for guests to explore Leisure Isle and the lagoon. An outdoor swimming pool with panoramic views sits on a furnished terrace with sun loungers and umbrellas. Amanzi Island Lodge Knysna South Africa also offers table tennis, a games room, and board games. Boat cruises for two or more guests are available at R500 per person.

Location & Surroundings

Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel sits at the tip of Leisure Isle, directly opposite the Knysna Lagoon and the Featherbed Nature Reserve. Bollard Bay Beach is a short walk away, and three golf courses are within a 20-minute drive. The Knysna Elephant Park is 26 km from the hotel, and a free shuttle service can take guests to local restaurants or the town center.

Family-Friendly Services

Families staying at Amanzi Island Lodge find babysitting and child services available on request. The hotel has an indoor play area with board games and puzzles, plus family rooms that accommodate larger groups. Free private parking and a 24-hour front desk with luggage storage add convenience for parents. A shuttle service can also be arranged for airport drop-offs and pickups.

• Location: Tip of Leisure Isle overlooking Knysna Lagoon and Featherbed Reserve
• Rooms: Suites with private balconies, patios, or terraces facing the lagoon
• Dining: Resident chef serving South African cuisine with pre-order dinner
• Activities: Complimentary bikes, canoes, pool, games room, and boat cruises
• Family: Babysitting, indoor play area, family rooms, and free parking
• Nearby: Bollard Bay Beach, 3 golf courses, Knysna Elephant Park