Belvidere Manor Hotel, situated on the west shore of the Knysna Lagoon, offers exclusive comfort in relaxed surroundings.
Relax by the swimming pool in the beautiful gardens (Belvidere Estate is a nature-lover's paradise with more than 270 bird species identified), or retreat to the secluded comfort of the sunny terrace or cosy fireplace in your own Cape-style cottage. Mornings are made for taking things easy and the afternoon is designed for rest and recovery...
Knysna's smallest pub is housed on the site of the original Belvidere farmhouse and a feature of the pub is the wine cellar viewed through the window in the floor, where freshly caught game would have been hung. With a yellowwood ceiling and ironwood block floor, The Bell is a quaint favourite of the Belvidere locals. Relish pub meals served outside in the garden in summer, but in the winter enjoy the cosy warmth of the wood-burning stove. Or savour delicious bistro meals at Caroline's Bistro, named after the first mistress of Belvidere, whilst taking in the best view of the Knysna Lagoon and surrounds. A 2 or 3 course table d'hote menu is offered daily.
Guests are accommodated in 28 individual cottages situated in 10 hectares of gardens. Offering single or double storey options, the cottages have either lagoon or garden views. Each cottage has a wide veranda or 'stoep', a comfortable living room, a fully equipped kitchen and one, 2 or 3 double en-suite bedrooms. They are fully serviced.
There are also 3 rooms in the main hotel building.
There's every reason to stay at Belvidere. Trouble is, there's absolutely no reason to leave.
Directions For Drivers
From Cape Town/Hermanus/The Winelands/Swellendam/Wilderness: Follow the N2 towards Knysna. Turn off the N2 as you approach Knysna at the Brenton/Belvidere sign (6 km before Knysna) just before the bridge crossing the lagoon. Turn left and then first right into Belvidere Estate. At the intersection take Lower Duthie Drive and follow the circular drive until you reach Belvidere Manor.
From Port Elizabeth/Plettenberg Bay: Follow the N2 through Knysna. Turn off the N2 at the Brenton/Belvidere sign (6 km past Knysna) just over the bridge crossing the lagoon. Follow the directions as above.
From Oudtshoorn: Leave Outsdhoorn on the N12 heading south towards George, and follow this road for approx. 63 km until the road merges with the N2 heading towards Knysna. Turn off the N2 as you approach Knysna at the Brenton/Belvidere sign (6 km before Knysna) just before the bridge crossing the lagoon. Turn left and then first right into Belvidere Estate. At the intersection take Lower Duthie Drive and follow the circular drive until you reach Belvidere Manor.
General Information For Guests
All cottages are equipped with a ceiling fan, heater, fire place, telephone, international plugs and an electronic safe.
The Lagoon Classic Cottages are approximately 90 square meters and have a bedroom, spacious lounge area, fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom.
The Lagoon Deluxe Cottages are approximately 113 square meters and have two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a lounge, kitchen and veranda.
The Garden Deluxe Cottages are double storey and have a comfortable lounge area, fully equipped kitchen, three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (main bedroom is en-suite). One bedroom is on the ground floor, two bedrooms are on the first floor.
The Garden Classic Cottages are single storey and have a comfortable lounge area, fully equipped kitchen and two bedrooms/bathrooms.
The Duthie Rooms are on the ground floor of the main hotel building and have an en-suite bathroom, tea/coffee making facilities, a smart TV, electronic safe, ceiling fan, heater, and a screened terrace
The main Manor House, which dates back to 1849, houses the reception, Caroline’s dining room, a library room and the kitchen.
Knysna's smallest pub, The Bell Tavern, is located on the site of the original Belvidere farmhouse and seats just 36 people inside the cosy structure with its wood-burning fireplace.
There is a swimming pool.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided.
A laundry service is available (additional cost).
Credit cards are accepted.
