The recently renovated Keedols Inn & Backpackers provides accommodations with garden and barbecue facilities in the heart of Knysna. Housed in a building dating back to 1921, this guest house is 4.4 miles from Knysna the Heads and 4.4 miles from Simola Golf and Country Estate. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the guest house, each unit includes a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. All rooms have a kettle, while some rooms here will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster. At the guest house, all units have bed linen and towels. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the guest house features a selection of packed lunches. The guest house also provides guests with outdoor fireplace and a picnic area for a day outdoors. Knysna Forest is 4.7 miles from Keedols Inn & Backpackers, while Pezula Golf Club is 5 miles away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay, 19 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
6 bunk beds
or
6 bunk beds
1 full bed
and
8 bunk beds
or
8 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • Nina
    United States of America United States of America
    Rented a private room with bath. Very nice and peaceful hostel with a charming patio area. Could not ask for a better location within walking distance to everything. Clean room, clean linens, comfy bed and nice shower. The staff were very kind...
  • Moalim
    South Africa South Africa
    The fact that you don't have to worry about loadshedding, as the hotel has a solar-powered system in place, hot shower 24/7 loadshedding or not, lights never goes out, your laptop and gadgets always gets charged, that's priceless, under the...
  • Iulia
    United States of America United States of America
    keedols is a wonderful host who went out of her way to accommodate us on our stay, and her inn is such a short distance from great cafes, the downtown, art galleries and the waterfront.

Hosted by Keedols

8.8
8.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Keedols
No loadshedding at Keedols Inn & Backpackers (formerly known as Jembjo’s Knysna Lodge) is a cute and cosy personal lodge that offers 2 x double/twin en-suite rooms plus 1 x family en-suite room each with private bathrooms. We offer complimentary tea/coffee/biscuit tray in each room. There is free wi-fi available & a beautiful courtyard, terrace garden area with a purpose built braai/bbq. We are ideally located just a short walk from the Knysna ‘Waterfront’, Thesen Harbour Town and the bustling little town centre, so stow the car in our car park & go for a stroll. For the adventurer in you, Knysna’s range of activities is sure to keep you busy. There are various boat trips available, to the Featherbed Nature reserve, cruises through the’ Heads’ for whale & dolphin watching & leisure trips on the lagoon. Nature lovers can venture into the Knysna Forest for mountain biking & to explore the hiking trails. We can arrange a number of activities and day trips with transportation in and around Knysna, or make use of local bicycle hire and navigate the area yourself. Be assured, we are at your service and will do our best to accommodate your requests to ensure that you have a fabulous stay in Knysna.
We are well-traveled, experienced and love the hospitality industry. We are avid animal lovers & strive to make our guests stay comfortable, enjoyable yet affordable. Keedols is fun-loving, friendly and cooks up a mean curry with homemade rotis..try her bunny chows. So, come and experience something a little different... after all, who wakes up expecting a yummy lunch or dinner consisting of a beef, mutton or chicken bunny chow, Durban style in the heart of Knysna!
Knysna boasts a host of attractions… the famous ‘Heads’, safe bathing in the lagoon and the stunning scenery of the surrounding forests. Our chic & popular ‘Waterfront’ boasts a splendid array of restaurants & shop & is the perfect spot for 'sundowners & oysters' as you take in the spectacular Knysna sunset. Take a stroll to Thesen Island Harbour Town for astounding views across the lagoon & take a peek at the endangered Knysna Seahorses in our National Parks office. The town centre is steeped in historic buildings, churches & museums,, while the picturesque Pledge Nature Reserve presents pretty easy walking trails. Knysna also boasts 3 shopping malls, a local African arts & crafts market & 2 world famous golf courses – Pezula & Simola
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Keedols Inn & Backpackers

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Basic free Wifi 15 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules

Keedols Inn & Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. That's about USD 27. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 200 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Keedols Inn & Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Keedols Inn & Backpackers

  • Room options at Keedols Inn & Backpackers include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Dorm Room
    • Vacation Home

  • The prices at Keedols Inn & Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Keedols Inn & Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Bar crawls
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Themed dinners

  • Keedols Inn & Backpackers is 1,500 feet from the center of Knysna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Keedols Inn & Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.