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Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and golf course

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Front of property - evening/night
View from property
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
The current price is AU$334
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar

Explore the area

Map
No. 1 Old Cape Road, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Simola Golf Course
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Friday Market
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Pezula Championship Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Suite - Two Bedroom

Executive Suite - Two Bedroom

Executive Suite - Two Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 145 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite - One Bedroom

Luxury Suite - One Bedroom

Luxury Suite - One Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

Pezula Nature Retreat

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (185)
The price is AU$366
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Pezula Nature Retreat

About the area

Knysna

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 10 km (6.2 mi) from Thesen Island. 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 Lagoon and Knysna Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Simola Golf Course - 1 min drive
  • Knysna Waterfront - 15 min drive
  • Thesen Island - 15 min drive
  • Knysna Lagoon - 19 min drive
  • Leisure Isle - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪African Bean - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Persello's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Farm - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lunar Cafe - ‬11 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.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, Portuguese, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 170 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Club Café
  • Orchid Room Restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • 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

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
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 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
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Hotel Knysna

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 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa on 5 Mar 2025 start from AU$333.67, 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.

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view over Knysna and the golf course. Exceptionally comfortable and excellent and varied breakfast. Good dinner menu too. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marko

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simola in Knysna offers an exceptional experience, combining stunning hillside views of the Knysna lagoon with luxurious, spacious rooms and impeccable service. The property features world-class facilities, including a golf course and spa with a sauna and a heated pool, making it perfect for both relaxation and recreation. Dining is a highlight, with a fantastic menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner and breathtaking scenery as the backdrop.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Alisdair

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simola is dining out on past glories and the impeccable golf course. The hotel needs a little bit more than TLC, maybe a bit of a refurb, and then a good cleaning and maintenance regime to keep it up to a high standard. Our room was large, spacious and offered great views, that’s where the good ended. The carpets were stained. The patio doors had seen better days, with window gasket coming out, a glazing unit had failed. The shutters had chips. The shower had black mould in the tile grout and the shower head had not been cleaned in forever. In the lounge area of our room, we put on the fire to help with the cooler spring night but the smell of the gas was too strong from the burning flame we had to put it out. We used the spa, and as the heated pool was a little too chilly for us, we decided to go in the sauna (which was of a brilliant temperature) but as we went to sit down noticed a nail sticking up and a screw sticking out. We reported this to the spa reception who never seem overly concerned but said they would ask maintenance to check it. The windows in the spa offer great views but again could do with a good clean. We ate dinner at the hotel and the bar and restaurant staff were very nice, helpful and attentive. The food was okay (we had Thai Green Curry). Breakfast was okay too and our soft poached eggs came exactly how we ordered them. The only issue was the door to the balcony being open letting the smokers air to come in as we dined. Don’t stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KHALED

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! I really enjoyed the property and the food!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible views and staff. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

colin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ibrahima, Ashburn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic time
The best place in Knysna. The view, the space of the apartment and the service are excellent. The only thing that the there is no slippers, no bathrobe, no iron and iron board (unless you request), the quality of soap and shampoo is bad. However overall it is fantastic and worth
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Hannah

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

MISS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

MISS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

WY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Golf Getaway
We enjoyed the golf, facilities, views, bird life, clean air and insect sounds. Overall fantastic place to stay. Will definitely return. Areas for improvement- bedroom did not have wifi connection. Need recycling bins and full smart tv options. Twice food for room service was cold.
View from patio !
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

CHRISTINE

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant stay at Simola because the staff is friendly and professional. The hotel also provides with many amenities (golf, spa, indoor and outdoor pools, restaurants, bar, a few activities) so it's very convenient. The suites are spacious and the views were gorgeous. The breakfast is very good, rich, complete. However, we regret the cleaning wasn't up to the standards of the hotel and renowned golf course. Also the outdoor pool isn't heated though we couldn't enjoy it because it was too chilly, it's a shame for such a big hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joao

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hidden gem
The experience from beginning to end was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bashier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

M R

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jblaze9, Johannesburg, South Africa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing, we were there for our honeymoon and the suite had everything — great views of the mountain and water in the distance, a gas grill for a cookout, a fireplace and full kitchen. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning with great views
Absolutely amazing. Rooms very spacious. Peaceful, tranquil and extraordinary views. Would definitely visit here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained Golf Resort with large apartment on a B&B basis. Good choice at breakfast in the main dining room. Evening dinner was very good and well priced. The views over the course and right out to Knysna Heads are terrific. Played a round of golf - tricky course but bunker sand was very shallow and hard. We got a very good room rate as the hotel had had a lot of cancellations from Asia due to coronovirus and were doing “specials”.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020