About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Knysna Elephant Park Lodge in Plettenberg Bay offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room includes a work desk, minibar, and free WiFi. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves South African cuisine with vegetarian options. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner in a traditional or modern ambience. Leisure Facilities: The lodge features a sun terrace, garden, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Free on-site private parking is available, along with a lounge and outdoor furniture. Convenient Location: Located 14 km from Plettenberg Bay Airport and near attractions such as Goose Valley Golf Club (14 km) and Robberg Nature Reserve (19 km). Highly rated for staff, room comfort, and tour service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, American, Buffet

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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1 futon bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jessica
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved the accommodation! Staff were friendly. It was clean. Such a bonus to be able to stay there and to then see the elephants free of charge. We will definitely be back.
  • Barbara
    Italy Italy
    Have all the time to observe these fantastic animals
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was excellent, plenty of good food, English breakfast! At 2.30am 3 out of 6 of our party had a look at the inside area and all 5 were there, 4 asleep on the ground snoring away, haha, we sat there, wrapped up, for nearly an hour. As...
  • Roy
    South Africa South Africa
    The breakfast was really good and staff very accommodating
  • Claire
    South Africa South Africa
    Room was good. Breakfast was delicious. However I recommend booking elsewhere for dinner if you want a romantic vibe - the cafe is good, but simple. The main attraction is the Elephants and they don’t disappoint at all. A unique once in a lifetime...
  • Steenkamp
    South Africa South Africa
    We had a truly memorable one-night stay at the Knysna Elephant Park Lodge. Being so close to the elephants was an incredible and unforgettable experience. The lodge was comfortable and well-kept, and the atmosphere was peaceful and welcoming. From...
  • Saul
    Australia Australia
    Very comfortable rooms. Good breakfast and lovely staff.
  • Natasha
    South Africa South Africa
    Such amazing accommodation. Great room, amazing staff and being able to see and listen to the elephants sleeping inside in the early hours of the morning was incredible
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was good enough and the service was excellent
  • Caravan
    Canada Canada
    Getting to walk along side the beautiful elephants

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Indlovu Cafe
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

Knysna Elephant Park Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 16:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Knysna Elephant Park Lodge 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

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), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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