Aha the Rex Hotel
1 night
Rooms and Guests
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
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Lots to doAmenities
Golf Course
Outdoor swimming pool
Surfing
Horse Riding
Hiking
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
24-Hour Front Desk
All amenities
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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8.6/10
Very GoodCleanliness8.6
Amenities8.6
Location8.6
Service8.6
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Surroundings
Airport: Plettenberg Bay Airport
(33.9km)
Train: Goukamma Railway Station
(12.2km)
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
7
Standard Twin Room
2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
City View
Towel
Private Toilet
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7
Standard Double Room
1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
City View
Towel
Private Toilet
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Guest Reviews
8.6/10
Very Good
41 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.6
- Amenities8.6
- Location8.6
- Service8.6
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.
GenuineFeedback74
May 31, 2025
location - 5 mins from waterfront Rooms - small, heater wasn’t functional , bathroom near the bed and bathroom had glass wall so lights would disturb another person sleeping on the bed if your partner has to use the washroom Breakfast - Small spread , live counter for eggs, pancakes and crepe. Juice, bread, bacon and meat served Car parking available Staff was helpful and warm No swimming pool
Kanyiso07
May 23, 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!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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
July 23, 2025
Great hospitality and comfy beds and good showers. Great service sorting out taxis for me to get to hospital and back. All in all a great time staying at the rex
Guest User
July 23, 2025
Comfy and clean rooms, polite and helpful staff. Nice breakfast, small but nice pool, a very enjoyable experience for everyone.
Guest User
July 23, 2025
The hotel was lovely the rooms were very smart and clean and cleaned daily new towels and amenities provided every day which was very helpful overall lovely hotel for the price and 2 minute walk from the water front
Guest User
July 23, 2025
The USB charger next to my bed stopped working. The warm water in the shower only lasted 5 minutes maximum which is inconvenient when you are sharing a room. Phone kept ringing deep into the night. 1 key card for a room two people are sharing was also very inconvenient. The cupboard where teas and coffees etc smelled very bad, musty, damp smell. Rip in the middle of the curtain and stains on it too. Only thing that was good was the use of a swim pool to aid recovery and the food as well as very friendly staff.
Guest User
July 9, 2025
Nice and central. Clean and modern look. The staff are friendly and the breakfast is worth every penny! Thank you!
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
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
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Service
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Wake-Up Call
Tour/Ticket Service
Languages Spoken
English
Afrikaans
Food & Drink
Bar
Public Areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Smoking Area
Elevator
Health & Wellness
Kayaking
Off-site
Parasailing
Off-site
Mountain Biking
Off-site
Ziplining
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Surfing
Off-site
Golf Course
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Horse Riding
Off-site
Activities
Fishing
Off-site
Eco Tours
Off-site
Cleaning Services
Clothes Dryer
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Accessibility
Handrails in Stairways
Pool Ramp Available
Safety & Security
First-Aid Kit
Smoke Detector
Fire Extinguisher
Security Personnel
First Aid Services
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.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Buffet:ZAR 165.00 (approx. AU$ 14.27) 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. AU$ 21.61) 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.