Speak to one of our experts now about this offer

Call us on - 0800 092 4444

Or drop into your local Kuoni store to find out more

Find your nearest store

Speak to one of our experts now about this offer

Call us on - 0800 294 9710

Or drop into your local Kuoni store to find out more

Find your nearest store

Speak to one of our experts now about this offer

Call us on - 0800 294 9728

Or drop into your local Kuoni store to find out more

Find your nearest store

This holiday is currently unavailable to book online

We'd love to help you secure your holiday, you can reach out to us in one of the following ways...

Call us

  • We're here to answer the smallest question, or plan the largest holiday.
  • Lines open until 8PM. Calls answered by a human within 2 minutes.
0800 294 9706

Lines open today 9am-8pm Show all hours

All Destinations

Monday: 9am - 8pm

Tuesday: 9am - 8pm

Wednesday: 9am - 8pm

Thursday: 9am - 8pm

Friday: 9am - 8pm

Saturday: 9am - 6pm

Sunday: 11am - 4pm


Australasia & North America

Mon to Sat: 10am - 5pm

Sunday: Closed

Email us

  • Ask questions, change bookings, or arrange to speak to us.
  • We're online until 9am-8pm. Emails replied to within 1 working day.

Emails replied to within 1 working day

Live chat

  • Got a quick question? Our live chat team are here to help.
  • We're online until 8 PM. Chats answered by a human within 1 minute.

Chat to an expert now

 The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa 

A former power station transformed into a trendy boutique hotel right on the popular Knysna lagoon.

This quirky boutique hotel oozes contemporary chic while retaining the old power station’s original industrial features. Its bright-coloured reclaimed furniture and multitude of pipelines running throughout the hotel makes it unlike any other. It's a memorable addition to an adventure along the Garden Route, South Africa’s famous route for sweeping coastal roads, tranquil national parks, sand beaches and world-class golf courses.

With an excellent location for exploring Knysna on the lagoon, you can easily explore with a whale-watching cruise (July to November for southern right whales), cycle along the glorious coastline or discover an array of restaurants, art studios and South Africa’s oldest microbrewery. From Thesen Island, it's just a 10-minute stroll over a bridge to Knysna's main waterfront. There's a cool, urban feel to the hotel, thanks to the original turbine elements that you'll find around the hotel including in guest rooms. There's also an Amani Spa for relaxation, a sports bar-style Gastro Pub and a Tapas Bar for light bites. In the hotel’s main restaurant, The Island Café, there is a wine cellar stocking local wines, from smaller, family-owned wineries for an authentic taste of the Garden Route’s offerings.

The 24 bespoke rooms are charmingly decorated with light and bright colours, with different sizes and shapes due to the quirky layout of the building. For more space to play with, upgrade to a luxury room or for even more extravagance, the Honeymoon Suite includes a luxurious double shower and a standalone bath.

TripAdvisor Rating
5 stars
On Thesen Islands in the centre of the Knysna lagoon, a 10-minute walk to Knysna's waterfront
Approx. 1 hour’s drive from George airport

Rooms

24 rooms, including 6 luxury rooms and a honeymoon suite

Each room is decorated individually, giving them all distinct character. Some rooms feature a balcony looking over the lagoon.

  • TV
  • DVD library
  • writing desk
  • telephone
  • fully stocked minibar*
  • tea and coffee facilities

Each room is decorated individually, giving them all distinct character. Some rooms feature a balcony looking over the lagoon.

  • TV
  • DVD library
  • writing desk
  • telephone
  • fully stocked minibar*
  • tea and coffee facilities
  • microwave
  • sleeper sofa
  • bar and stools

This room exudes cool luxury with a double shower and standalone bath. The suite is decorated with modern metallic shades and has views of the Indian Ocean.

  • double shower
  • standalone bath
  • TV
  • DVD library
  • lounge suite
  • writing desk
  • telephone
  • fully stocked minibar*
  • tea and coffee facilities
  • microwave
  • sleeper sofa
  • bar and stools

Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Board

2 restaurants, 3 bar areas

Whats Included

• Breakfast

Guest reviews

{{tripAdvisor.tripAdvisorSummary.rating}}

Average Rating

Based on {{tripAdvisor.tripAdvisorSummary.num_reviews}} reviews

Excellent
 
{{tripAdvisor.tripAdvisorSummary.num_reviews_5}}
Very good
 
 {{tripAdvisor.tripAdvisorSummary.num_reviews_4}}
Average
 
 {{tripAdvisor.tripAdvisorSummary.num_reviews_3}}
Poor
 
 {{tripAdvisor.tripAdvisorSummary.num_reviews_2}}
Terrible
 
 {{tripAdvisor.tripAdvisorSummary.num_reviews_1}}

{{review.user_location}} {{review.date}}

These reviews are the subjective opinions of individual travellers and not of TripAdvisor LLC nor of its partners.

All Hotels in The Garden Route

  • The Garden Route
  • 4.5 Star

A tranquil Cape Dutch country estate set within the heart of South Africa’s stunning Garden Route
  • The Garden Route
  • 5 Star

A chic and lavish hotel in a superb setting with incredible views over two picturesque bays.
  • The Garden Route
  • 4 Star

Set to a mountain backdrop close to Plettenberg Bay, this spectacular lodge makes the most of its breathtaking surrounds.
  • The Garden Route
  • 4 Star

Stay in the natural paradise of Knysna
  • The Garden Route
  • 4.5 Star

This beach-chic hotel has unparalleled views and a sublime setting
  • The Garden Route
  • 5 Star

This chic beach hideaway in pretty Plettenberg Bay is housed in a restored rectory dating back to 1777.
  • The Garden Route
  • 5 Star

This graceful period hotel on the outskirts of Oudtshoorn embraces classic style.
  • The Garden Route
  • 4 Star

Great for food and wine enthusiasts
  • The Garden Route
  • 4 Star

An exclusive ‘home-away-from-home’ resort, nestled on the dunes of the beautiful Cape St Francis beach
  • The Garden Route
  • 5 Star

Against the backdrop of the Outeniqua Mountains Fancourt is a plush country estate with world-class golf, an award-winning spa and acres of spectacular land.



Talk to an expert today

Your dream holiday is just a phone call away

Call us on 0800 294 9706
Opening times

Mon to Fri: 10am - 5pm

Saturday: 10am - 2pm

Sunday: Closed

Visit your local Kuoni store

Find your nearest store

In-person, virtual or phone

Get face-to-face advice from our friendly team

Email enquiry

Tell us what you’re planning and let our experts help you with your holiday

Your travel plans

I'm not sure yet
I'm not sure yet

Tell us who is going with you, what airport you'd like to fly from and any other details we may find useful, such as if it's a special occasion.

Your details

We may need to call you to talk about your holiday plans. If we need to get in touch, when is the best time to give you a call about your holiday?

Kuoni will be sharing travel inspiration, offers and exclusive event invites with you. We take your privacy very seriously and you can unsubscribe at any time. Please read our Privacy Policy.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Your details
Your appointment
Your travel plans
I'm not sure yet
I'm not sure yet

Tell us who is going with you, what airport you'd like to fly from and any other details we may find useful, such as if it's a special occasion.