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The Russel Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Knysna with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 1.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Corner Long, Graham and Unity Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Knysna Quays - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Thesen Island - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Leisure Isle - 14 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪African Bean - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Persello's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Louis' Restaurant & Pub - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Russel Hotel

Hotel by the ocean
An airport shuttle, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Russel Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at The Russel Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Russel Hotel Knysna
Russel Knysna
The Russel Hotel Hotel
The Russel Hotel Knysna
The Russel Hotel Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Is The Russel Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Russel Hotel?

As of 17 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Russel Hotel on 1 July 2025 start from AU$77.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Russel Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Russel Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at The Russel Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Russel Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Russel Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Pledge Nature Reserve. Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are also within 15 minutes.

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The Russel Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Safe,easy parking.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Excelente custo benefício. Quarto espaçoso muito agradável
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10

Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10

Nice room with fridge and dishes to use. Breakfast had many choices.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

Ficamos no 3º andar, não tinha elevador e não nos ajudaram com as malas. Além disso, a água estava com uma cor estranha e parecia ser reutilizada.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

Abbiamo soggiornato in una casetta di fianco all' hotel. La pulizia non perfetta e la colazione semplice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

Ficamos na unidade que eles chamam de self catering, pois estávamos em 6 pessoas. É como se fosse uma casinha nos fundos do hotel. Pontos positivos: boa localização, boas camas, ar condicionado nos quartos, amplo estacionamento, staff muito gentil e atencioso, boa limpeza, bom café da manhã (à parte). Pontos negativos: casa escura, móveis de uns 80 anos atrás na sala. Sinal de Wi-fi não funciona em toda casa, pois vem do prédio principal. Travesseiros ruins. Toalhas parecem ser bem usadas. Lençóis são ok. Praticamente não tem utensílios na cozinha. O pior mesmo foi o banheiro... um único banheiro na casa e minúsculo! No dia que chegamos, a mangueira do chuveiro estava furada e molhou o banheiro todo (problema resolvido no dia seguinte). Acumula água no box. Assento do vaso sanitário de madeira. Me hospedaria novamente, não na unidade de self catering, mas tentaria os quartos do hotel.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Hotel simples, porém confortável e limpo. Bom café da manhã e bom atendimento.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

Wir schiefen hier eine Nacht auf der Durchreise von der Wild Coast zum Tsitsikamma NP. Das Hotel ist zweckmäßig einrichtet und mit dem Auto 10 min von der Waterfront. Wir hatten das "Behindertenzimmer" mit großem Bad, aber die Dusche war lange nicht geputzt worden (tritt starlem Chlorgeruch im Zimmer). Ziemlich enttäuschend auch das Frühstück: ss vorbestellte, weiche Frühstücksei war blau (=alt) und hart und der Obstsalat aus der Dose. Insgesamt trotzdem ok für den relativ günstigen Preis.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

A very comfortable 2 nights. Quality of service was excellent. Very friendly staff.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Enjoyed staying there,nice and clean,friendly staff and close to town,felt safe.