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title: "Salt River Lodge, Knysna: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Salt River Lodge in Knysna: rated 8.3 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-13
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Guesthouse · ★★★
# Salt River Lodge

Knysna Heights, Knysna, South Africa

8.3 ·  Very good 15 reviews ·  #43 #43 of 49 in Knysna ·  2.2 Location score
## About Salt River Lodge

Salt River Lodge is a guesthouse in Knysna Heights, Knysna, South Africa. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 15 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free parking. It is 2.4 km from the centre of Knysna. The nearest airport, George Airport (GRJ), is 60 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 12:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 4

- **Floors:** 2

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 5

153 Old Cape Road

## How Salt River Lodge scores

Better rated than 14% of hotels in Knysna

-   Guest rating **8.3**
-   Location **2.2**
-   Beach access **0.0**
-   Public transport **2.0**

Knysna average

## Amenities

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### In the rooms

-   Balcony
-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **2.2**/10

- **Walk grade:** **10**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **1**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3.9 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Knysna</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.6 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">George Airport (GRJ)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">60 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">135 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Knysna</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.4 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   House of Classic and Sports Cars1.3 km

## Salt River Lodge: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the hotel's tours. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. The hotel is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. At Salt River Lodge, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. Do you possess exceptional culinary skills? Prepare your meals personally within the hotel at its BBQ facilities. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Salt River Lodge. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool.

### Compare

## Compare Salt River Lodge with nearby hotels

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## Questions about Salt River Lodge

### How do guests rate Salt River Lodge?

Salt River Lodge has a guest rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 15 reviews, which is better than 14% of rated hotels in Knysna.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Salt River Lodge?

Check-in starts at 12:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Salt River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, Salt River Lodge has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Salt River Lodge?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Salt River Lodge from the airport?

The nearest airport, George Airport (GRJ), is 60 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Salt River Lodge have?

Salt River Lodge has 4 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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