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aha The Rex Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel in Knysna with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Bicycling
Interior entrance
Dining
Experience the warm hospitality at aha The Rex Hotel, where upscale comfort meets family-friendly fun. Unwind in the garden or by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas. With free in-room WiFi, a restaurant, and multilingual staff on hand to help you make memories.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry service

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$73 nightly
The total price is $85
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total includes taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Art deco elegance
Marvel at the stunning art deco architecture of this hotel. The garden's curated decor creates a stylish retreat for design enthusiasts.
Culinary delights
This hotel offers delicious options at its restaurant and bar. Guests can start their day with a buffet breakfast before evening culinary adventures.
Sleep sanctuary
Premium bedding and blackout drapes create a perfect sleep environment. Each guestroom offers curated, individual decor for a unique stay.

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
8 Gray Steet, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • Knysna Waterfront - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Knysna Quays - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Knysna Lagoon - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Simola Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Pezula Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 33 min drive
  • George (GRJ) - 58 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪African Bean - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Persello's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lunar Cafe - ‬13 min walk

About this property

aha The Rex Hotel

When visiting Knysna, aha The Rex Hotel is a great choice to consider. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include free bike rentals and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 54 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, covered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2017
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 165 for adults and ZAR 83 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 485 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 450.00 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 500 per stay

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Rex Hotel Knysna
Rex Knysna
aha Rex Hotel Knysna
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Frequently asked questions

Does aha The Rex Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, aha The Rex Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at aha The Rex Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at aha The Rex Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at aha The Rex Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by aha The Rex Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 485 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at aha The Rex Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 450.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at aha The Rex Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway rentals. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near aha The Rex Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around aha The Rex Hotel like?

Aha The Rex Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Knysna Waterfront and 19 minutes' walk from Knysna Quays.

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aha The Rex Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very modern

Been to Knysna now on many times, stayed in various types of accommodation within the town, very impressed with this hotel, ideal for walking around town, the marina and it's location is great, ideal for walking to many of the towns restaurants' and bars. Would certainly recommend this hotel. Staff were really helpful, breakfast was fine although there are many cafe's around the hotel should one want any alternative breakfast, although what we had was fine.

6/10 Good

L’hotel è molto caro, ma non vale i soldi spesi. Le camere sono standard, non tanto grandi; per andare a letto da una parte è molto stretto e non si può fare a meno di pestare la tenda, che è quindi piuttosto sporca. I battiscopa e il muro, soprattutto del bagno, avrebbero bisogno di un po’ di manutenzione, perché sono scrostati. Le pareti sono sottili e si sentono tutti i rumori esterni. Per fortuna il personale è molto gentile e la colazione è buona e varia. Non ci tornerei assolutamente. Per quel prezzo si può trovare di meglio
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Carsten, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Harald, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay

Great stay! The hotel seemed quite new. We had an issue where the air conditioning did not work but the staff were quick to bring a fan to our room. We didn't try the breakfast as the hotel was well located to access coffee shops and restaurants. Would recommend for a short trip for a location with great value for money.
4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasant stay however, it would be great if there were more TV channels available.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Modern

Very good and modern
Siyabonga, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

MIRIAN ALEXANDRA RODRIGUES, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Corne, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Stay away. Terrible service

Had an emergency’s and had to drive down to Knysna. Arrived at hotel, after I made a booking, and hotel was closed. Locked. Lights off. No one there. Absolutely horrible
André, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rex Knysna

Extremely friendly staff, convenient location to waterfront, within walking distance
Logan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasant stay

I had a pleasant stay, the room was neat and comfortable
Lufuno, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel, bad experience

The hotel looks brand new and even though the rooms are not so big, they are very comfortable and clean. The location is also great, walking distance to the Waterfront pier. We would have had a really good night of sleep if it werent for the extremely loud guests that started slamming doors at 6 am. Even though I called the reception to inform them, they couldnt handle the problem and the guests were still making a lot of noise until 08:30 when I gave up sleeping. The hotel is good but we had a bad experience.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nettes Hotel in sehr guter Lage

Wenige Schritte zur Waterfront, gesicherte Parkplätze, unkompliziert. Sehr gutes Frühstück.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A good property offering all that you require, I was there only one night ad it offered me a good nights sleep
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

AC did not work, wifi did not work. Concrete structure very loud
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location for exploring Knysna only a short walk down the Quay where’s there a lots of restaurants and bars to enjoy. Room was clean functional and bed was comfy. Parking was really good and safe. Breakfast was nice apart from the attitude of some of the waitress’s who were very grumpy and the worst we came across in our 2 weeks trip on the Garden Route. Overall a nice place to stay.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient location, good breakfast and lots of parking. Just stayed here one night and would stay again.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Das Restaurant, in dem es leider nur Frühstück gab, war sehr modern. Leider war die Auswahl beim Frühstück nicht so groß. Abendessen wurde in der Unterkunft nicht bzw. nur für große Gruppen angeboten. Alkohol gab es generell keinen in der Anlage bzw. es wurde keiner verkauft. Durch die super Lage, waren jedoch zahlreiche Restaurants am Hafen zu Fuß erreichbar. Die Zimmer wurden jeden Tag sauber gemacht, hier gab es nichts auszusetzen. Das wLan war zwar kostenlos, funktionierte jedoch im Zimmer nicht immer. Für ein Wochenende ist das Hotel in Ordnung, länger jedoch würden wir nicht bleiben.
Andreas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Gutes Stadthotel mit toller Lage im Old Quarter. Verbesserungen beim Frühstück wären wünschenswert sowie neue Liegen im Bereich des Pools
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Gute Lage zur Waterfront Village
Silvia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rebecca, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient

Modern hotel with a great breakfast. But lacks security control, anyone can get to the rooms.
Karsten, 2-night trip