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Island Vibe Knysna Hostel

4.0 star property
Knysna hostel with bar/lounge

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In the heart of Knysna Central, Island Vibe Knysna Hostel offers a laid-back retreat. Unwind in the garden or challenge friends to a game of billiards by the bar. Guests can stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy perks like tour assistance and outdoor furniture.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Front desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Patio
  • BBQ(s)
  • Free self-parking

Room options

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Shared Dormitory (Bed in 6 Bed dorm 4)

Shared Dormitory (Bed in 6 Bed dorm 4)

Highlights

Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Double Room (Flashpacker 8)

Double Room (Flashpacker 8)

Highlights

Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Double en-suite 3)

Family Room (Double en-suite 3)

Highlights

Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Twin Room (Flashpacker 6)

Highlights

Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room (en-suite 1)

Double Room (en-suite 1)

Highlights

Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Twin en-suite 2)

Highlights

Patio
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
67 Main Road, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Knysna Quays - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Thesen Island - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pezula Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪34 South - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Island Vibe Knysna Hostel

When visiting Knysna, Island Vibe Knysna Hostel is a great choice to consider. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, scuba-diving and snorkelling. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 40 to 55 per person

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

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

Also known as

Island Vibe Knysna
Island Vibe Knysna Hostel
Knysna Island Vibe
Vibe Knysna Hostel Knysna
Island Vibe Knysna Hostel Knysna
Island Vibe Knysna Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Island Vibe Knysna Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Island Vibe Knysna Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Island Vibe Knysna Hostel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Island Vibe Knysna Hostel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Island Vibe Knysna Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Island Vibe Knysna Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing are available.

What is there to do at Island Vibe Knysna Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing, hiking and scuba-diving. Island Vibe Knysna Hostel also has a garden.

Does Island Vibe Knysna Hostel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Island Vibe Knysna Hostel like?

Island Vibe Knysna Hostel is a short 2-minute walk from Knysna Lagoon and 10 minutes' walk from Knysna Quays.

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Island Vibe Knysna Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10

Very nice backpacker, close to everything you need and very nice staff.

6/10

The stay was fine, there were no towels and no soap at the accommodation. I had to go buy own towels and soap to take a shower. The were no cell phone charging points and some beds were making squeaky sound, probably to old. There was not enough parking as well
1-night trip

10/10

The whole experience was amazing, staff were friendly and helpful and Alex really made us feel at home
3-night trip

2/10

2-night trip

8/10

barがある。 朝食も数種類頼むことができる。
1-night trip

6/10

1-night trip

6/10

1-night trip

8/10

ナイズナのショッピングモールの隣にある。ドミトリーやフロントがある建物は、大音量で音楽が流れていたり、人が多かったりで、落ち着かないが、ダブルルームがあるもう一つの建物は静か。大きなキッチンがある。バストイレは共用。タオルがなく、持ってきてと頼んだから、返事は良かったが、持ってきてくれなかった。
1-night trip

8/10

Good location but my room was noise because of the proximoty with N2. Service ok, they didnt let me use their computer to download pictures from a flash drive.
2-night trip

6/10

Als wir ankamen traf uns der Schock. Ein typisches Backpacker Hostel, Was eigentlich gar nicht so schlimm ist. Jedoch war das Zimmer sowie das Bad alles andere als in Ordnung Punkt unter der Dusche hat man sich verbrüht und das Wasser im Waschbecken ist auch nicht abgelaufen. Insgesamt war es so hellhörig, dass man um 6 Uhr morgens kerzengerade im Bett saß, weil man dachte es steht jemand im Zimmer. Schade. Aber auch für eine kurze Nacht nicht so super. Die Parkplatzsituation ist auch seehr begrenzt.
1-night trip

4/10

It is ok if you are single and in your twenties. Not for families. Nice people, room dirty, not water, difficult to found.

10/10

To be honest; I'd liked Plet more than Knysna because of the lack of a beach. But at least they have a tiny pool to cool down. The backpackers itself was really nice with an awesome staff. Great place of you want to visit Knysna

8/10

We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms are basic but the staff are fantastic and the bar/entertainment area makes the evenings memorable

10/10

Myself and 3 friends shared a family room. Centrally located. The service and every single element of our stay was OUTSTANDING!!! Would always return to Island Vibe and would highly recommend this backpackers. Thank you so much for making our stay nothing but "AWESOME" :-)!

8/10

Nur die Betten waren etwas zu klein, sonst war alles super in dem schnuckeligen Hostel. Man war super freundlich und Abends waqr immer was los, mit Musik und Grill.

6/10

Good location. Rooms are a bit dated, but a good place for young people.

8/10