Aha The Rex Hotel, Knysna ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

8 Gray Street, Knysna, South Africa, 6571

aha The Rex Hotel is located in Knysna Central, positioned near the renowned Garden Route. Its design reflects a contemporary urban chic ambiance with thoughtful luxury touches. The hotel serves as a gateway to numerous natural attractions, local restaurants, and cultural experiences. It also offers proximity to the stunning Knysna Lagoon and its picturesque Indian Ocean coastline.

Location

aha The Rex Hotel is situated just 200 meters from the Knysna Waterfront, providing quick access to shopping, dining, and leisure activities. The property is approximately 300 km from Port Elizabeth Airport and 65 km from George Airport. Guests can expect easy transportation to key attractions along the Garden Route, including the Featherbed Reserve and Robberg Nature Reserve.

Rooms

The hotel features 56 Standard Twin Rooms and 30 Standard Double Rooms, blending modern comforts with classic décor. Each room includes air conditioning, premium bedding, and amenities such as free WiFi and a minibar fridge. Designed for relaxation, rooms offer thoughtful touches to enhance guest comfort. Large windows provide views of the surrounding area, creating an inviting atmosphere.

Eat & Drink

The Saltwater Bistro serves a variety of hot breakfast dishes in a contemporary yet rustic setting. Guests can enjoy meals on the outdoor terrace, perfect for soaking up the sun. The menu emphasizes local ingredients, ensuring high-quality and flavorful offerings. A casual yet sophisticated ambiance enhances the dining experience for hotel guests.

Leisure & Business

The hotel is equipped to cater to both leisure and business travelers, with facilities that include a relaxing terrace and convenient workspace in each room. Guests can engage in outdoor activities year-round due to the location's diverse natural offerings. Access to local attractions like the Knysna Elephant Park and Whale Watching enhances leisure opportunities.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Pool view

Shower

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Knysna400 m

Airports

Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) 33.8 km

George (GRJ) 70.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Exceptional Comfort

“The room was exceptionally clean and spacious, providing a comfortable retreat during my stay.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast spread was amazing, offering a variety of healthy and tasty options that catered perfectly to our needs.” view full review

Spacious Space

“The living area in the room was surprisingly spacious, creating a very inviting and cozy atmosphere.” view full review

Spotless Bathroom

“The bathroom was spotless, with excellent water pressure in the shower, making for a refreshing experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Plunge pool
Saltwater pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace

Room features

Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

8 Gray Street, Knysna, South Africa, 6571

Map view

8 Gray Street, Knysna, South Africa, 6571

City landmarks

Prince Alfred Pass

Spitzkop Viewpoint

630 m

Krisjan-se-Nek Bibby's Hoek Goldfields

Dalene Matthee Memorial

630 m

Nature reserve

Pledge Nature Reserve

880 m

24 Queen Street

Old Gaol and Art Gallery

850 m

Corner of Main Road and Queen Street

Knysna Museum

890 m

The Parking Shed

The Motorcycle Room

1.3 km

TH 2 Long Street Thesen Harbour Town

Jandreart Studio

1.1 km

Church

Holy Trinity Church

1.1 km

Mall

WoodMill Lane Shopping Centre

620 m

Mall

Knysna Mall

750 m

on the N2 between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay

Perdekop Trail

630 m

Queen St

Millwood House

740 m

Queen St

Drupkelders

870 m

10 Main Road

St George's Anglican Church

920 m

TH44 Long St

Ocean Odyssey Whale Watching Knysna

1.1 km

Church

Saint Boniface Catholic Church

1.0 km

Island

Thesen's Island

1.7 km

Shop Th24 Saffron Street

Scootours

1.4 km

Knysna River

1.5 km

Brenton Road

Margaret's Viewpoint

2.6 km

Store

African Crafts Market

2.5 km

5 Uil Street Knysna Industrial Area

Knysna Gin Distillery

2.6 km

Skuilte Private Nature Reserve

2.7 km

Coney Glen Road

Knysna Heads

4.7 km

The coast of the city

Knysna Lagoon

22.4 km

Nearby

Mall

Knysna Waterfront

220 m

Gallery

Knysna Fine Art

380 m

Woolworths

340 m

Rememberance Drive

Featherbed Co

440 m

Knysna Central

Thesen House

350 m

Restaurants

Chatters Bistro

40 m

9a Grey Street Entrance from Gordon St

Cafe du Bois

40 m

9 Gordon Street

Wu's Chinese Restaurant and Sushi Express

220 m

Knsyna Quays

34 South

370 m

Waterfront

Olde's Pub and Grill

250 m

14 Grey Street

Cafe Mario

320 m

The Quays

The Drydock Food Co

350 m

Waterfront Shop 1

Falcon Creek Spur Steak Ranch

300 m

Waterfront Dr Shop 29A

Loui's Restaurant & Pub

410 m

Mortimer street

Asami's House

290 m

Waterfront Drive Knysna Central

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

7.8

Location

8.8

Service

8.0

Dining

8.5

William

United States, April 2024

8.4/10

Staying at this hotel was a delightful experience. The rooms were large, clean, and modern, providing a cozy space with a bedroom en suite, lounge, and kitchenette. However, the absence of ironing boards and irons was a bit inconvenient. The service was exceptional, with staff being professional, genuine, friendly, and always ready to assist. The location was perfect, just a short 5-minute walk to Knysna waterfront, offering plenty of dining options and shopping. The dining experience was excellent with a variety of options to energize the body before exploring Knysna's attractions. Overall, a great value for the money spent.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were really amazing, spacious, clean, and modern.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with staff going out of their way to be courteous and efficient.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, within easy walking distance of the vibrant Knysna waterfront.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, especially with the extended breakfast hours on special occasions like the Knysna Marathon.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.

Martin

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the rooms were functional and modern, they lacked a cozy feel. The service was friendly but lacking in amenities for the price paid. The location was convenient, although occasional water cuts were an issue. The dining was good, especially with extended breakfast hours, and the facilities were nice overall.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were modern and clean but felt a bit too basic for my liking. They were spacious and had the essentials like a fridge with complimentary water, but they lacked coziness.

Service

6.0

The service was friendly, with the staff trying to be welcoming. However, I felt that more amenities should have been provided considering the price paid.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient, right by shops, bars, and restaurants, making it easy to explore the area. However, occasional water cuts in the neighborhood were a minor inconvenience.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was enjoyable, especially with the extended breakfast hours during the Knysna Marathon. The food was nice, and the staff in the restaurant were excellent.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, offering what I needed for a comfortable stay.

Robin

United Kingdom, September 2023

9.0/10

My stay at the hotel was absolutely amazing! The rooms were wonderful, luxurious, and spotless. I loved having 2 balconies, a living area, kitchenette, bathroom, and bedroom. However, the shower was a bit tricky to use, and there was water everywhere. The location was perfect, only 2 minutes' walk to the waterfront with all the great restaurants nearby.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were amazing, with lovely decor and spotless cleanliness.

Service

8.0

The service was extremely friendly and helpful, especially the security staff.

Location

10.0

I loved how convenient the location was for walking to the Knysna waterfront.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience at the rose cafe was excellent, with friendly and helpful staff.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had fantastic facilities to ensure all guests had a great stay.

Gary

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The 2-bed apartment was spacious and comfortable, but not entirely worth the price. The location was convenient, close to restaurants and with easy access even for those with limited mobility.

Rooms

7.0

The 2-bed apartment with 2 bathrooms was a great size and very comfortable, with the added bonus of a lovely open-plan sitting room and kitchen. However, the rooms were extremely small and just okay for the price paid.

Service

9.0

The staff members were really friendly and very helpful throughout my stay. They quickly resolved any minor issues we had, making the service welcoming and cooperative.

Location

8.0

The location was excellent for finishing the Knysna marathon and exploring the area, with a short 5-minute walk to Knysna waterfront offering dining and shopping options. It was a great hit with the kids, and attractions like the Garden of Eden and the ferry were easily accessible.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, especially with the extended breakfast hours on the day of the Knysna Marathon, giving runners a chance to enjoy a meal. The Greek traditional products were absolutely amazing.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities offered, including housekeeping, laundry, airport shuttle, paid airport shuttle, welcome drink, and tours/ticket assistance, were convenient and added value to the stay.