Rexford
Knysna
Popular places to visit
Knysna Lagoon
Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.
Knysna Quays
Shop for hours in sleek malls, dine with spectacular views and take a boat charter out onto a lagoon from one of the most scenic harbors on the Garden Route.
Buffalo Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Buffalo Bay Beach during your trip to Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Brenton Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Brenton Beach during your travels in Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Eastern Head View Point
Enjoy spectacular views over the brilliantly blue Knysna Lagoon and the sheltering sandstone bluffs, and watch waves crash into the rocks at this cliff-top lookout.
Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve
See some of the Western Cape’s wonderful wildlife in a coastal nature reserve that combines the flora and fauna of both the ocean and the land.
Things to do
Scenic Lagoon cruise with the Bella Vita Champagne Lounger
Knysna: Scenic Cruise Aboard a Luxury Lounge Cruiser
Rexford Hotel Deals
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
We stayed for two nights in a room with a view over the harbour. The room felt a bit dated and the walls quite thin (so much so we got a call from reception asking us to turn our tv volume down as next door found it too loud - this was before 10pm). Reasonable breakfast options. We ate dinner at ...
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Room was great - honeymoon suite - very comfortable with fabulous views. Housekeeping a little hit & miss. Bar service poor. Lorette was very helpful in organising a wine tour which was very good. Rooftop pool & bar advertised but not open during our stay - they should advise that this happens when ...
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
The Bungalow
Our stay at this hotel began promisingly with a comfortable room, friendly staff, and good food. However, this positive experience took a sharp turn when we returned to find our room door wide open, with all our valuables—electronics, passports, clothing—exposed to anyone who walked by. Given that ...
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2024
Bayview Hotel
Room with nice design. Friendly staff
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
The Plettenberg Hotel
This was the most beautiful hotel we’ve stayed at in a long time. We are frequent travellers and we stayed in some lovely hotels in South Africa but this was most definitely the top. The rooms were stunning as was the whole hotel. The service was excellent and friendly. Perfect stay!
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
Loved the balcony
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Rexford
Thesen Island
While visiting Thesen Island, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.
Knysna Central
If you're spending some time in Knysna Central, Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.
Waterfront
Unique features of Waterfront include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Knysna Quays or Knysna Waterfront while you're exploring the area.
Paradise
Paradise is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.
Belvidere
Travelers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.