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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Keedols Inn & Backpackers in Knysna offers recently renovated guest house accommodation with family rooms and ground-floor units. Each room features a private bathroom, work desk, and garden views. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy free WiFi, and utilise the outdoor fireplace. Additional amenities include an outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities. Delicious Breakfast: A full English or Irish breakfast is available in-room, complemented by streaming services and a work desk. The property also provides room service and a paid shuttle service. Prime Location: Located 31 km from Plettenberg Bay Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Knysna Heads (7 km) and Knysna Forest (8 km). Water sports are available in the surrounding area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 3
8 single beds
and
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • July
    South Africa South Africa
    This is my secomd time at Keedols and I just love the yummy breakfeast they make ,i love the quiet and peaceful surroundings and the neatness of the place ,i will certainly come back for that warm hospitality yiu get from the owner and the staff...
  • Tersia
    South Africa South Africa
    The location and price suited my needs. The host was friendly and accommodating. It felt like home.
  • July
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was absolutely yummy and it's the ideal location if u looking for piece and quiet ...beautiful is beyond words . I found Keedols Inn to be a warm and welcoming place and bed and linen were clean and comfortable.Its perfectly located...
  • Angie
    South Africa South Africa
    We weren't sure what to do in Knysna, the host gave us absolutely great suggestions. The room was comfortable and had everything we needed.
  • Paulbrad98
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice, quiet space very close to the city centre and all that it offers! The reception was fantastic from the moment of arrival and through to saying "til next time" - will definitely be booking again and recommend for both solo and couple travelling
  • Müller
    Greece Greece
    What a comfortable clean and serene place to stay! I received much more value for the money that I spent. I find the review given by my fellow Greek citizen viz Alexandra totally disrespectful and does not portray a true reflection of the place....
  • Müller
    Greece Greece
    I loved my comfortable king size bed with crispy clean sheets and a quality duvet and pillows. My room was equipped with a smart TV and lightening fast internet, a fan, heater, kettle, and en suite bathroom as well as a fridge. I can not disregard...
  • Meyer
    United States United States
    Very comfortable bed compared to other backpackers I’ve stayed at. Warm fluffy duvets and soft pillow. In my room I had access to a TV, Fan, Heater, Fridge and kettle. There’s also an en suite in the room. The outside kitchen area has gas burners,...
  • Walter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very close to the waterfront and other amenities within walking distance. Friendly hosts and lovely comfortable bedding. Host has implemented the suggestion to include a curtain inside the bathroom door for more privacy seeing as it is a mixed...
  • July
    South Africa South Africa
    I enjoyed my stay,will be going back soon,I wanted peace and quiet and that's what I got ,the breakfeast was beyond my expectations,the staff went out of their way to make me a delicious and hearty breakfeast and the place was always neat and...

Managed by Keedols

Company review score: 8.8Based on 168 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are well-traveled, experienced and love the hospitality industry. We are avid animal lovers & strive to make our guests stay comfortable, enjoyable yet affordable. Keedols is fun-loving, friendly and cooks up a mean curry with homemade rotis..try her bunny chows. So, come and experience something a little different... after all, who wakes up expecting a yummy lunch or dinner consisting of a beef, mutton or chicken bunny chow, Durban style in the heart of Knysna!

Property information

No loadshedding at Keedols Inn & Backpackers (formerly known as Jembjo’s Knysna Lodge) is a cute and cosy personal lodge that offers 2 x double/twin en-suite rooms plus 1 x family en-suite room each with private bathrooms. There is free wi-fi available & a beautiful courtyard, terrace garden area with a purpose built braai/bbq. We are ideally located just a short walk from the Knysna ‘Waterfront’, Thesen Harbour Town and the bustling little town centre, so stow the car in our car park & go for a stroll. For the adventurer in you, Knysna’s range of activities is sure to keep you busy. There are various boat trips available, to the Featherbed Nature reserve, cruises through the’ Heads’ for whale & dolphin watching & leisure trips on the lagoon. Nature lovers can venture into the Knysna Forest for mountain biking & explore the hiking trails. We can arrange a number of activities and day trips with transportation in and around Knysna, or make use of local bicycle hire and navigate the area yourself. Be assured, we are at your service and will do our best to accommodate your requests to ensure that you have a fabulous stay in Knysna.

Neighbourhood information

Knysna boasts a host of attractions… the famous ‘Heads’, safe bathing in the lagoon and the stunning scenery of the surrounding forests. Our chic & popular ‘Waterfront’ boasts a splendid array of restaurants & shop & is the perfect spot for 'sundowners & oysters' as you take in the spectacular Knysna sunset. Take a stroll to Thesen Island Harbour Town for astounding views across the lagoon & take a peek at the endangered Knysna Seahorses in our National Parks office. The town centre is steeped in historic buildings, churches & museums,, while the picturesque Pledge Nature Reserve presents pretty easy walking trails. Knysna also boasts 3 shopping malls, a local African arts & crafts market & 2 world famous golf courses – Pezula & Simola

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa,Zulu

Property surroundings

House rules

Keedols Inn & Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. That's about £20. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 200 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 05:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that an additional charge of 150 ZAR from 20:00 to 20:59 is applicable for late check-in.

Please note that an additional charge of 250 ZAR from 21:00 onwards is applicable for late check-in.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Keedols Inn & Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

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

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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