A luxury stay in Knysna awaits you at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa. You'll be 9.2 km (5.7 mi) from Knysna Waterfront and 12.2 km (7.6 mi) from Knysna Lagoon. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a full-service spa, a golf course and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include massages, aromatherapy and hydrotherapy along with access to the sauna and steam room. The restaurant, Orchid Room Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool, gym and Turkish bath/hammam. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a hot tub and a sauna. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 5-property class Knysna hotel include Knysna Golf Club and Eastern Head View Point.
What's nearby
Simola Golf Course - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Knysna Lagoon - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
Knysna Waterfront - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
Knysna Quays - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
Pezula Golf Club - 19 min drive - 12.4 km
Getting around
George (GRJ) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Snobs Coffee - 11 min drive
Muse - 9 min drive
Persello's - 12 min drive
L'opera - 11 min drive
The Farm - 6 min drive
About this property
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and golf course
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.
Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. An outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre are also featured at the luxury Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa. Self parking is free.
This 5-star Knysna hotel is smoke free.
80 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Conference rooms
Built in 2007
Childcare (surcharge)
Poolside lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the pool
Business centre (24 hours)
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Staff members are multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Lift
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Coffee shop
Bar by the pool
Dining venue
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa offers 80 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodation at this 5-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, bidets and hairdryers.
This Knysna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
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2 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2007
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
Bathroom
Bidet
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Plasma TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Fireplace
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots (infant beds)!
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 170 per person
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
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
Simola Country Club
Simola Country Club Knysna
Simola Hotel
Simola Hotel Country Club
Simola Hotel Country Club Knysna
Simola Hotel Country Club Spa
Simola Hotel, & Spa Knysna
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Hotel
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Knysna
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Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
Yep, Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa on 17 Sept 2025 start from AU$327.68, 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.
Are there any beaches close to Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
The closest beach to Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa is Brenton Beach (8.5 km).
Is there a spa on site at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
Yep, there is an onsite spa at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.
Does Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa have a pool?
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.
What luxury perks are available at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. All guestrooms come with 24-hour room service and fireplaces.
What makes Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as fireplaces and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa.
Is Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa is a hit with families.
Does Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa serve breakfast?
Sure does, buffet brekkie is available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
No, Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.
What time are check-in & check-out at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
Is there a golf course on site at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?
Yep, Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa has an 18-hole golf course. A golf driving range and golf lessons are also available.
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