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9.8

466 reviews

Candlewood Lodge

Candlewood Lodge

8 Stinkwood Crescent, Knysna, 6570, South Africa

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+1-833-728-2041

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Candlewood Lodge

Welcome to the luxurious Candlewood Lodge, a 5-star hidden gem located in the heart of Knysna, South Africa. Nestled at 8 Stinkwood Crescent, this adult-only retreat is just 0.9mi from the vibrant city center, making it a perfect oasis for a tranquil stay. With stunning mountain, lake, river, and garden views, this lodge offers a range of unique experiences for the discerning traveler.

Boasting 466 rave reviews, guests are impressed by the top-notch amenities at Candlewood Lodge. From the refreshing outdoor swimming pool and complimentary private parking to the free Wi-Fi and panoramic sun deck, every detail has been carefully crafted for your comfort. Whether you're looking to relax with beach chairs and umbrellas or explore water sports activities on-site, this hotel caters to every need. Additionally, the option for a shuttle service, airport transfers, or a round of golf at the nearby course ensures a seamless and memorable stay.

Immerse yourself in luxury with extra-long beds, a private entrance, and a fully equipped kitchenette in each non-smoking room. Indulge in the tranquility of the garden or unwind on your private balcony or terrace. With hypoallergenic bedding, a bathtub, and complimentary toiletries, every aspect of Candlewood Lodge exudes sophistication and comfort. Book your stay now at this exquisite property where every moment is a picture-perfect memory waiting to be made.

After a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool offering stunning views, guests at Candlewood Lodge can enjoy the convenience of multiple payment options, with Mastercard and Visa being accepted. This hassle-free approach ensures a smooth check-in and check-out process, allowing you to focus on unwinding and making the most of your stay. Say goodbye to the stress of carrying cash and embrace the ease of settling your expenses with your preferred credit card.

Indulge in the luxurious room options at Candlewood Lodge, each designed to cater to your specific needs. Whether you opt for the elegant Luxury Studio, the charming Patio room, the spacious Premium with a balcony, or the cozy Luxury room with a garden view, you'll find comfort and sophistication in every detail. With accommodations for 2 adults and 1 child in each room type, you can create unforgettable memories with your loved ones surrounded by the beauty of Knysna.

As the day winds down, sink into the extra-long beds available in every room at Candlewood Lodge, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Wake up to picturesque garden views and relish the convenience of a fully equipped kitchenette, giving you the option to prepare your own meals. With the option to choose non-smoking rooms and the peace of mind that cash is not accepted as payment, your stay at Candlewood Lodge promises to be a seamless blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience. Book now and elevate your Knysna experience at this 5-star hidden gem.

Closest airports

Plettenberg Bay Airport

15.6mi

George Airport

39.2mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Patio

Garden view

Landmark view

River view

Picnic area

Garden

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Balcony

Bathtub

Rooms

Luxury Queen Room in Candlewood Lodge

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Luxury, Queen

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

655 sqft

Lake view

Mountain view

Garden view

City view

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Luxury Studio in Candlewood Lodge

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Luxury Studio, 2 Twin

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

345 sqft

Lake view

Landmark view

Garden view

Private Bathroom

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Luxury, Garden View

1 Double Bed

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Deluxe, Sky View, Balcony

Balcony

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Room With Garden/Pool View, Terrace

Terrace

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Room, Patio

Patio

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Premium, Balcony

Balcony

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Deluxe

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Luxury Honeymoon

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Luxury, Sea View

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Suite

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Room Selected at Check in

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Guest reviews

9.8

466 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Lisa

10

March 2024

Every member of staff was friendly, courteous, and made us feel very welcome. Home from home. The facilities and overall decoration of the guest house was excellent. Matt was a lovely host, spending time with us and providing lots of information of things to do in the area. He even gave us a free upgrade to a wonderful suite, which was very kind of him. The location is within a 5 minute drive or 15/20 minute walk of the waterfront. Visit Freshline Fisheries for a delicious lunch or dinner - you won't regret it. Robberg Nature Reserve in Plettenberg is well worth a visit - 3 different length walks. Knysna Ziplines for a little adventure and fantastic views.

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Catherine

9.1

March 2024

We had a lovely room with a balcony which overlooked the lagoon and Knysna Head, the view was stunning. The hosts were very attentive and informative and even invited us to a small concert with food and drinks included. The breakfast was amazing with lots of choice and the chef managed to cook my scrambled egg to perfection, which is quite an achievement, we have stayed at many establishments over the course of our holiday, mostly five star, but only Candlewood and on other got the eggs right.

1) The stairs leading up to our room were a bit steep. 2) The hairdryer was in a drawer but attached to a plug behind the drawer so cannot be removed making it very restrictive, the only mirror was on the side of the wardrobe so impossible to dry your hair and look in the mirror, obviously not been designed by a woman!

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Claire

10

January 2024

This is a real gem of a place made all the more charming by the lovely staff ably led by Matthias who is a natural at making people feel welcome and at home. Having tasted the amazing breakfast we decided to have dinner here one night too - the chef is really talented and it felt much more initmate than eating at a restuarant so we're glad we opted not to go into town. The decor is amazing and a lot of thought has gone into make the place stylish and comfortable, I just wish we could have stayed longer. We were given a room with a view over the lagoon and what a view it is. Absoultely stunning and wonderful to sit on the balcony with a coffee overlooking the Kynsna heads.

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Dawn

10

July 2024

We received excellent service from Faith and Anna during our two-night stay. The complimentary upgrade to a room with a view was a nice surprise when we checked in and everyone was really helpful with suggestions on restaurant options and things to do in the area. The breakfasts were amazing and the laundry service very efficient.

It was lucky we could remember our Netflix password from New Zealand to be able to utilise the TV otherwise we would not have been able to watch anything.

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Judith

10

November 2023

A superb place to stay. Everything about Candlewood Lodge was just perfect. Great attention to detail- beautiful garden, sunny courtyard for breakfast, stylish and comfortable bedrooms. The host, Matthieu, and all the staff made us most welcome. Matthieu gave us lots of tips on where to go and what to do, including excellent restaurant recommendations. The breakfasts were 5*, by far the best we have encountered during our 3 week stay in South Africa, absolutely delicious. We wish we had planned to stay for longer!

There is nothing to dislike.

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Lindsay

9.1

October 2023

We Loved staying here. It felt like home. Cosy and intimate. The people were so friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. Most amazing breakfast. So much attention to detail. We had a meal one night there which was lovely. It was one of our Favorite places we stayed at on our travels around the Western Cape.

We loved everything, especially the jolly people. Only one thing would be to have a slightly bigger bed. That could be down to the room we chose. Everywhere else we stayed seemed to have a 6 foot bed. But it was comfortable.

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David

10

June 2024

Matt was a super host and clearly passionate about hospitality and ensuring his guests have a good experience. He welcomed us with a full tour of his garden which was impressive both knowledge and species. He went out of his way to make us so welcome Thank you Matt

Being really picky the shower cubicle needs calcium remover as it has calcified. A very small thing in the scheme of things but constructive in the feedback.

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James

8.2

April 2023

All the staff made this a very special stay! From our welcome on arrival, to the service and attention to detail at breakfast, everyone here made sure we were welcome and got the most out of out stay. The breakfast really is very special... so much choice and the cooked food is of a very high standard. Our room was spacious and clean, with a well-equipped kitchenette.

Slightly disappointed to have paid extra for a deluxe room that didn't have a view and didn't always feel very private because it was right next to the parking area. It looks like Booking.com has now been updated so that you can more precisely specify whether you'd like to be upstairs/downstairs etc, but this wasn't possible at the time of booking.

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Abdou

10

June 2024

The room and the view from the room was amazing. Looking at the lagoon and at the inlet of the Indian ocean into the lagoon. Matthias gave excellent recommendations and gave us an excellent tour of his on-site little but extremely varied botanical garden. The staff is so friendly and provide excellent service. The breakfast was the best we have had in SA so far. Thank you so much for making us feel at home.

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Juan

10

March 2023

The better the place, the more difficult to put it in words. This stay is, easily, in our top 5 best stays ever. The concept of “attention to every single detail” takes a totally different meaning at Candlewood. So much, that this type of service we can only compared to the one you see in places like Japan. Mathias and Urs, together with all the beutiful ladies working at the guesthouse, make this place an incredible extraordinary experience. From the impeccable and absolutely DIVINE food, to the comfortably chic and clean rooms. We feel we need to dive into more details so you can really appreciate why we fell in love with this little piece of paradise. We arrived and were greeted by Mathias, the kindest soul in the entire Knysna. We were given a free upgrade and, oh! Wow! what a view from our room and our porch. Thank you Mathias! The bedroom and bathroom were impeccable, so so so clean, beautifully decorated, so spacious and comfortable. The bed, pillows and linen were a total luxury experience (so well ironed, perfect mattress, softest pillows!). A generous fruit plate, with chocolates, Amarula and a delicious freshly made ginger lemonade was brought to us while Mathias gave us great ideas in what to see and do around Knysna. He even made restaurant reservations on the spot and thanks to him, we ate at the most memorable and incredible restaurants in our entire month in South Africa…. amazing!!! We wouldn’t have known about those places if it wasn’t for Mathias guidance and knowledge of the area. Then, when you think this is already reached the top of the top, here comes THE breakfast experience.

Points of Interest Around Candlewood Lodge

Attractions

Knysna

1mi

Tenikwa Wildlife Centre

24.2mi

Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary

24.6mi

Birds of Eden

24.7mi

Wilderness National Park

26.4mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • All ages

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Candlewood Lodge

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Patio

Garden view

Landmark view

River view

Picnic area

Garden

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Balcony

Bathtub

Stay rules - Candlewood Lodge

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property