Knysna Auberges de Jeunesse

"I spent the weekend of November 28th, 2005 here. It's a backpackers' lodge that is always filled with peace and tranquility. Great owners and always clean. Not to mention it's literally a stone's throw from all amenities. If you are looking for a great place to stay for a few days, the KBP is your stop." … "We stayed here for four days in February 2005 and had a very nice time. It's a small and personal place in a very beautiful Victorian house with a great garden and very friendly owners." … "Small, clean and quiet hostel close...  more »

"Situated in the Heart of the Garden Route on Knysna's Lagoon. We offer deluxe and standard en-suite rooms as well as camping. Take a 5 minute stroll down to the waterfront, shops, clubs and restaurants. We also offer DSTV, internet, secure parking, bicycle hire, laundry, credit cards accepted and many more. Join our chef for his SA specialities like potjiekos, crab, bbq and many more while enjoying sundowners at the boma. Spend your days with our adventure guide or create your own memories of Knysna." … "… view, satellite TV...  more »

"I visited last week and it was fantastic, and I would strongly recommend it. It's the best hostel we stayed in South Africa. It has a fun and lively atmosphere, and it's run by young people. It was so good we changed our plans and stayed an extra night. Stay here!!" … "Though this hostel is a bit on the shabby side, the staff are really friendly. They organized a braii (South African barbecue) every night and we met some cool people this way!! I'd recommend it." … "This place has a reasonably good location and a pretty great vibe,...  more »

"… garden surrounds a braai area and outside entertainment area. Travelers Lodge is linked to all adventure tours and you may pre-book or book on arrival for canoe trips, guided hikes, township tours and Gorge trips. Walking distance to town and all local amenities and the waterfront. The bazz bus stops daily on route. The beauty of the Lodge is our pricing, R250.00 per room per night (maximum of two people per room or R150.00 per single person in a room. We supply a laundry service and internet facility. The Travelers Lodge is...  more »

"Stayed at Wild Side, Buffalo bay in 1999 and went back in 2000 after seeing the new year in in cape town. A long way from family, this is the nearest you could feel to home. Beautiful location, special people. A time in life that will always be reflected on as a very special chapter in life that will be always remembered as the best part of several months away. Simply magical. The most amazing sunrises/sunsets. I know, I did three days of them without sleep! All that was needed was good company, which here was no problem, castle larger, my...  more »

"Planned to stay there for a couple of days, ended staying there for nearly two months! This backpackers is great, lots to do and lots to see, I really had a great time and throughly recommend it! Do the day trip to the shooting range, it was excellent. (My boyfriend was terrified at what a good shot I was!!)" … "Just got back from a month in South Africa. By far the best backpackers I've stayed at. The staff are really friendly and helpful -- nothing is too much trouble. A great place to spend several days when traveling along the...  more »

"No problems here. This place has good facilities and friendly staff. The guests were laid-back, too. I spent a couple of evenings chilling around the campfire with a couple of beers. The only downsides are it can be a bit noisy and there were no discount cards, as I understood there to be. I believe it could be under new management? I'd stay here again; it comes recommended." … "Good location and friendly staff. There's a bar, a swimming pool and a kitchen. The hostel is well-kept and clean, although late-night music and the general...  more »

"… se compose d'une chambre dortoir avec 8 lits élégamment répartis dans différents espaces composée de quatre lits chacun. Nous avons 2 chambres doubles, qui partagent une salle de bain, et 2 chambres familiales qui sont en suite. Sur place, nous avons également prévu un café Internet, visites guidées, location de canots pour ceux qui voudraient prendre une pagaie sur le lagon de Knysna, et une bicyclette ou 2, nous les avons aussi! À peine deux minutes à vélos de la ville centrale. Avec un budget restreint c'est l'idéal pour tout...  more »

"Not so great anymore - We stayed here 4 years ago for the oyster festival and had a great time so we were really looking forward to returning. The location can't be beat and the communal areas and dorms are fine. But this time round the roof leaked and rain soaked my clothes and bed. When I complained in the morning the staff wouldn't give me a discount and then to top it all off I found about a dozen bites on me, no doubt from the bed bugs! It seems like no-one is actually running this place which is a shame because they have let it go to...  more »