THEBLOEM  

Perched high on Paradise hill above Knysna in the Garden Route. Minutes from Knysna Elephant Park, the Garden of Eden, Featherbed Boat Cruises and the iconic Knysna Heads and lagoon. About 2 km from the town centre, this boutique hotel delivers panoramic water-and-heads views.

Just five spacious, air-conditioned suites designed for view-first living. Suites have private furnished balconies or patios, extra-length king beds, LCD TVs and minibars with some complimentary items. Bathrooms are large: double basins, separate showers and freestanding baths in most suites, plus under-floor heating. Look for inspired local artwork by Lance Khoury around the property.

Outdoor pool, terrace and garden for lounging with lagoon vistas. On-site bar and restaurant, a cosy library, plus a tour desk and concierge to help with local excursions. Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property, free self-parking, laundry and dry-cleaning, safe-deposit boxes and a 24-hour front desk. Wake up to lagoon-mist mornings and panoramic views.

Complimentary wireless internet and a 24-hour front desk. Concierge and tour assistance available, plus free self-parking and laundry services for longer stays.

On-site restaurant and bar with room service during limited hours. Concierge can point you to the best local seafood and Garden Route flavours nearby.