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The Russel Hotel

3.0 star property
The beachside retreat where ocean views and practical comforts come together, creating a peaceful escape that's conveniently located for travelers

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The Russel Hotel sits right on the oceanfront, where guests can listen to waves while enjoying modern amenities. The property offers free in-room WiFi, a bar for evening drinks, and practical features like laundry facilities and self parking that make exploring the area easier.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is RM212
RM243 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Knysna, The Russel Hotel is in the business district and by the ocean. Knysna Quays and Featherbed Boat Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Knysna Waterfront and Friday Market. Visit our Knysna travel guide
Map
Corner Long, Graham and Unity Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon which includes a beach, boating and general coastal views
    Knysna Lagoon
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sunset at the waterfront in Knysna. The waterfront area is one of the best places to eat in Knysna, and our two favorite restaurants are Caffe Mario (Italian) and 34 South (little bit of everything and also great oysters!).
    Knysna Waterfront
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Knysna Quays showing a bay or harbor
    Knysna Quays
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • #TroveOn If you choose to hike along the Otter Hiking Trail in Tsitsikamma National Park in South Africa to visit the waterfall that is roughly 1.5 hrs in from the Storms River mouth. You will be rewarded with this site on your return trip. #ocean #wavescrashing #ottertrail #southafrica #gardenroute
    Garden Route National Park
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pezula Championship Course
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Salt & Petal
    11 min walk
  • Chatters
    11 min walk
  • Lunar Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Loui's Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Persello Pizzeria
    3 min walk

About this property

The Russel Hotel

Hotel by the ocean
An airport shuttle, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Russel Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at The Russel Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
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 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Russel Hotel Knysna
Russel Knysna
The Russel Hotel Hotel
The Russel Hotel Knysna
The Russel Hotel Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Is The Russel Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Russel Hotel?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Russel Hotel on 8 Mar 2026 start from RM212, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Russel Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Russel Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at The Russel Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Russel Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Russel Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Pledge Nature Reserve, Knysna Lagoon and Knysna Quays. Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Waterfront are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

The Russel Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

COLIN Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe,easy parking.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Vashania

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable 2 nights. Quality of service was excellent. Very friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Giedra c p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ótimo custo benefício

Excelente custo benefício. Quarto espaçoso muito agradável
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Iviwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room with fridge and dishes to use. Breakfast had many choices.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Ficamos no 3º andar, não tinha elevador e não nos ajudaram com as malas. Além disso, a água estava com uma cor estranha e parecia ser reutilizada.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Abbiamo soggiornato in una casetta di fianco all' hotel. La pulizia non perfetta e la colazione semplice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Bom hotel, unidade de self catering ruim

Ficamos na unidade que eles chamam de self catering, pois estávamos em 6 pessoas. É como se fosse uma casinha nos fundos do hotel. Pontos positivos: boa localização, boas camas, ar condicionado nos quartos, amplo estacionamento, staff muito gentil e atencioso, boa limpeza, bom café da manhã (à parte). Pontos negativos: casa escura, móveis de uns 80 anos atrás na sala. Sinal de Wi-fi não funciona em toda casa, pois vem do prédio principal. Travesseiros ruins. Toalhas parecem ser bem usadas. Lençóis são ok. Praticamente não tem utensílios na cozinha. O pior mesmo foi o banheiro... um único banheiro na casa e minúsculo! No dia que chegamos, a mangueira do chuveiro estava furada e molhou o banheiro todo (problema resolvido no dia seguinte). Acumula água no box. Assento do vaso sanitário de madeira. Me hospedaria novamente, não na unidade de self catering, mas tentaria os quartos do hotel.

8/10 Good

Mario Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ótimo custo/benefício.

Hotel simples, porém confortável e limpo. Bom café da manhã e bom atendimento.

6/10 Okay

Claudia R., Brüssel, Belgien

Gutes Hotel für eine Nacht

Wir schiefen hier eine Nacht auf der Durchreise von der Wild Coast zum Tsitsikamma NP. Das Hotel ist zweckmäßig einrichtet und mit dem Auto 10 min von der Waterfront. Wir hatten das "Behindertenzimmer" mit großem Bad, aber die Dusche war lange nicht geputzt worden (tritt starlem Chlorgeruch im Zimmer). Ziemlich enttäuschend auch das Frühstück: ss vorbestellte, weiche Frühstücksei war blau (=alt) und hart und der Obstsalat aus der Dose. Insgesamt trotzdem ok für den relativ günstigen Preis.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice hotel close to everything.

Enjoyed staying there,nice and clean,friendly staff and close to town,felt safe.

8/10 Good

Zen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ANDRE

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

M W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

MARCELE AMABILE

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Eyal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort