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4-star property · KNYSNA

Blackwaters River Lodge

n2 highway, goukamma, KNYSNA

4 star rating 4-star
Instant confirmation AED · taxes included
What stands out
Wi-fi
Outdoor freshwater pool
Restaurant
Bar
Secure parking
Spa treatments
About this hotel

The hotel is a magical piece of paradise, tucked away in a beautiful valley on the banks of the Goukamma River on the Garden Route between Sedgefield and Knysna, opposite the Buffalo Bay turnoff. Set on several hectares of pristine gardens with its own very challenging 9-hole golf course and surrounded by indigenous forest, the 17 room guest lodge offers guests cosy and luxurious accommodation while providing a place…

The hotel is a magical piece of paradise, tucked away in a beautiful valley on the banks of the Goukamma River on the Garden Route between Sedgefield and Knysna, opposite the Buffalo Bay turnoff. Set on several hectares of pristine gardens with its own very challenging 9-hole golf course and surrounded by indigenous forest, the 17 room guest lodge offers guests cosy and luxurious accommodation while providing a place to enjoy peace, quiet and relaxation. The rustic Earth & Fire Restaurant is popular for home cooked meals and freshly baked breads from the wood fired oven. On site activities include bird watching, an indigenous tree walk, canoeing as well as golfing.

Your stay
Check-in
28 Aug 2026
13:00–19:00
Check-out
31 Aug 2026
Until 09:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights
Amenities & services

82 facilities across 11 categories.

Facilities
27
  • Babysitting service
  • Hotel safe
  • Concierge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Car park
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Sun terrace
  • Smoke detector
  • Secure parking
  • Multilingual staff
  • Electric kettle
  • Golf desk
  • Wi-fi
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Luggage room
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Clothes dryer
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Fireplace
  • Key Collection
  • Laundry service
  • Mobile phone coverage
Meals
9
  • Snacks
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Special dietary options
  • À la carte dinner
  • À la carte lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Hot breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Continental breakfast
Business
8
  • Fax
  • Secretarial service
  • Photocopier
  • Meeting room
  • Printer
  • Conference room
  • Projector
  • Business centre
Room Distribution
7
  • Single bed 80-130 width
  • Double bed 131-150 width
  • King-size bed 150-183 width
  • Sofa bed
  • Queen-size bed 150-154 width
  • Rollaways on demand
  • Bunk beds
Room distribution Alternative
7
  • King-size bed 150-183 width
  • Sofa bed
  • Queen-size bed 150-154 width
  • Double bed 131-150 width
  • Rollaways on demand
  • Bunk beds
  • Single bed 80-130 width
Catering
6
  • Smoking area
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Highchairs
  • Non-smoking area
  • Breakfast room
Location
5
  • Double rooms (20)
  • Year of most recent renovation (2014)
  • Total number of rooms (20)
  • Number of floors (annexe) (2)
  • Number of floors (main building) (1)
Sports
5
  • Volleyball
  • Canoeing
  • Bocce
  • Golf
  • Golf practice facility
Entertainment
4
  • TV lounge
  • Sun loungers
  • Children playground
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (1)
Health
3
  • Spa treatments
  • Massage
  • Spa centre
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Room types at this hotel

9 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · 2b
Sleeps 1–4
Double · St 1
Sleeps 1–4
Dbt · Standard
Sleeps 1–6
Qua · Db
Sleeps 1–6
Roo · Standard
Sleeps 1–10
Suite · As
Sleeps 1–2
Suite · As 1
Sleeps 1–8
Suite · Lx
Sleeps 1–2
Suite · Lx 1
Sleeps 1–8
Location

n2 highway, goukamma, KNYSNA

Distance from key points
  • Entertainment Area
  • Golf course
  • City centre
  • Airport
  • Beach
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-in13:00–19:00
  • Check-outUntil 09:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • Visa
  • MasterCard

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Zero waste
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Online check-in
  • Early departure
  • LGTBIQ friendly
  • Identification card at arrival
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Frequently asked

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

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at Blackwaters River Lodge?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, Blackwaters River Lodge accepts Visa, MasterCard. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does Blackwaters River Lodge offer?

Key amenities at Blackwaters River Lodge include Wi-fi, Outdoor freshwater pool, Restaurant, Bar, Secure parking. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
Need a hand?

Talk to a Dubai-based concierge.

Not sure on dates, room type, or rate? A real person replies on WhatsApp — same-day, in English, Arabic, or Russian.

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