Turbine Hotel & Spa

Hotels
9 (1047 reviews)
TH36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands , Knysna , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful surroundings
Friendly staff
Unique design
Cons:
A bit expensive

Categories

Cleanliness
9.14
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.11
Staff was friendly and helpful.
Location
9.15
The location is beautiful and in a good area.
Room Quality
9.1
Rooms are beautifully decorated and cozy.
Amenities
9.13
Facilities are modern and well maintained.
Value for Money
8.09
A bit expensive but worth the experience.
Food and Beverage
9.14
Great food served in the restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.11
A wonderful and relaxing stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 03:57

Property Description

Luxurious Suites with Spectacular Views
Experience elegance and comfort at Turbine Hotel & Spa, a former power station transformed into a stunning retreat in Knysna. Indulge in suites boasting iPod docking stations, satellite LCD TVs, and breathtaking views of Knysna Lagoon.

Relaxation and Fine Dining
Unwind on the spacious sun deck by the outdoor pool or treat yourself to a hot-stone massage. Delight in a full English breakfast each morning and savor light meals at the tapas bar with a selection from the well-stocked wine cellar.

Convenience at Your Fingertips
Benefit from the 24-hour reception's assistance in arranging activities like lagoon and sea cruises, babysitting services, and shuttles to George Airport. Book your stay now and elevate your Knysna experience at Turbine Hotel & Spa.

Important information:

Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1047 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.14
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 9.1
Amenities: 9.13
Value for Money: 8.09
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Marco • couple • za
10
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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ANNELIE DIRKER • couple • za
9
Enjoyable stay.
Pros:

The location is great. We really enjoyed the Breakfast, the Continental Breakfast was our favorite in the morning we enjoyed the way it was presented.

Cons:

We really missed something next to the bed, like a little table where you can put your water or tea down. (ROOM 104)

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Danie • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Laura • extended_group • za
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Stefano • extended_group • it
9
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Mohammad • extended_group • sa
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • za
9
Pros:

Great location and the funky industrial feel. Photos can never quite showcase how unique the place really is.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jaco • couple • za
9
Pros:

Love the industrial look with hotel added into it, good located and neat, will stay over again

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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DEEPAK • couple • ae
8
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Carlene • couple • za
10
Beautiful, romantic setting
Pros:

Beautiful setting

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • za
9
Pros:

Breakfast is a feast. Beautifully and practically located at Thessen Island Waterfront. Really friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

Sliding door to balcony very difficult to slide open.
No plug points at bedside nooks.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • ie
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • nz
9
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Andrew Gordon • couple • at
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Petronella • couple • za
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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sophiel27 • couple • be
10
Mooi hotel
Pros:

Heel lastminute in het Turbine Hotel terecht gekomen!
Goed ontvangen! Mooi hotel, mooie kamers, heel net!
Een aanrader!

Cons:

niets

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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elri • solo_traveller • za
8
Wonderful pampered stay
Pros:

Excellent breakfast! Nice turn down service. Lovely spa. Wonderful food in general at bar and restaurant.

Cons:

Room a little small. Incheck staff could be more energetic and maybe help with luggage. No milk on day two. But these are really minor issues.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Joeninne • couple • za
10
Staff stuning
Pros:

Loved it

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Cédrine • family_with_children • ch
10
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Gus • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee