Aha the Rex Hotel
1 night
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Aha the Rex Hotel
8 Gray St, Knysna Central, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571, South Africa
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Free parking
Lots to doAmenities
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Surfing
Horse riding
Hiking
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
24-hour front desk
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Property Description
With a stay at aha The Rex Hotel in Knysna, you'll be in the suburbs, just a 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 13 minutes by foot from Pledge Nature Reserve. This family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Knysna Quays and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Featherbed Boat Cruises.
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8.2/10
Very GoodCleanliness8.2
Amenities8.2
Location8.2
Service8.2
All 40 Reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Plettenberg Bay Airport
(33.9 km)
Train: Goukamma Railway Station
(12.2 km)
Landmarks: Featherbed Co
(170m)
Landmarks: Knysna High School Sports Fields
(210m)
Landmarks: MV John Benn Cruise
(250m)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
8
Standard Twin Room
2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
City view
Towels
Private toilet
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9
Standard Double Room
1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
City view
Towels
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews
8.2/10
Very Good
40 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.2
- Amenities8.2
- Location8.2
- Service8.2
Average for similar properties in Knysna
AI Summary
The staff is friendly and provides exceptional service. Guests love the delicious and varied breakfast. The location is convenient for exploring. The clean, spacious rooms with comfortable beds receive consistent praise.
Catharry
February 3, 2025
We arrived were a little early no greeting from the gentleman on the reception I think he thought he was doing us a favour . A lady said our room would be 30minutes so we sat in the reception, we asked the gentleman about a toilet he directed us to one which was a public toilets . When our room was ready we were shown to it & just around the corner was the hotel bar & restaurant would of been a much better place to sit and have a beer & maybe some lunch if it had been pointed out to us . Hotel was ok people in the restaurant & bar were lovely rooms were clean we were only staying 2 nights if you were staying longer a balcony room would be
Guest User
May 24, 2025
aha The Rex Hotel was a pleasure to stay at. My wife and I were impressed by it’s beauty, cleanliness and amazing hospitality. The food was great the staff is so very and accommodating. If you’re in Knysna and looking for a place to stay head to aha The Rex Hotel. Thank you Nolu for your amazing service and patience you rock!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Guest User
May 6, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at The Rex. Clean comfortable rooms and a wonderful breakfast. We'll located close to the harbour front.
Nicolette S
October 2, 2024
Beautiful hotel conveniently situated close to the waterfront and restaurants. The standard double room was comfortable and spacious, with added features such as a coffee station and wi-fi. We were very pleased with the variety of breakfast options and had a delicious dinner at the Saltwater Bistro. The staff were friendly and service exceptional.
travelb777
September 25, 2024
This hotel was absolutely gorgeous and I can just imagine how lovely it would be in the summer time around the pool area. Restaurant put on a very good breakfast and added extra touches for heritage day. The staff were very friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived. Restaurant for dinner was a bit overpriced but it is well located and many other restaurants close by to choose from!
Katienash146
March 24, 2025
We arrived here as part of a group, on a tour, through the garden route. Lovely area but wasn’t a fan of the hotel. Rooms were tiny; we had gone out for the day and got soaked. They had no where to hang anything, just one rail for a towel. Also walls were paper thin, we were woken up by someone else’s alarm, in another room and then someone’s shower, it’s so loud, I thought it was the shower in our room. Then unfortunately we had a bad dinner too. There was only us another table in the restaurant so we should have known. It wasn’t up to standard at all.
KellyPicken
August 8, 2024
A SUPERIOR level of service… wow!! I stayed for 8 days & the staff (from security to the ladies cleaning the rooms to the friendly waitresses at Salt Water Bistro & Clarence & the excellent Manager in the restaurant tonight - Im blown away! ⭐️
hrooye596395
December 27, 2024
Absolutely stunning hotel and staff thank you to all for making a rememberable Christmas. Great food and excellent service. Rooms were clean staff went out of their way to assist.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Golf course
Off-site
Outdoor swimming pool
Surfing
Off-site
Horse riding
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Private parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Taxi booking service
Wake-up call
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Saltwater pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Tour and ticket booking service
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Wake-up call
Concierge service
24-hour front desk
Languages Spoken
English
Afrikaans
Food & Drink
Bar
Health & Wellness
Golf course
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Horse riding
Off-site
Kayaking
Off-site
Mountain biking
Off-site
Parasailing
Off-site
Ziplining
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Surfing
Off-site
Activities
Fishing
Off-site
Eco tours
Off-site
Public Areas
Elevator
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Ironing service
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Accessibility
Handrails on stairs
Pool ramp available
Safety & Security
First aid room
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–22:00
Check-out: 07:00–10:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Halal, Vegan
StyleBuffet, Boxed/packaged food
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Buffet:ZAR 165.00 (approx. AED 34.00) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsA fixed amount of ZAR 250.00 (approx. AED 51.52) is charged.
Deposit Payment MethodsThis property accepts credit cards
Deposit RefundThe deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 7 days after check-out.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
Property Description
- Opened: 2017
- Renovated: 2018
- Number of Rooms: 54
With a stay at aha The Rex Hotel in Knysna, you'll be in the suburbs, just a 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 13 minutes by foot from Pledge Nature Reserve. This family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Knysna Quays and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Featherbed Boat Cruises.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 54 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 54 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.