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Blue Oyster

4.0 star property
Lakefront B&B in Knysna with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Living room
Exterior
Luxury Double or Twin Room, Balcony
Living room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Luxury Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Luxury Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room (Private Bathroom Opposite Room)

Standard Twin Room (Private Bathroom Opposite Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
11 Rio Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 3 min drive
  • Knysna Quays - 4 min drive
  • Thesen Island - 4 min drive
  • Knysna Waterfront - 5 min drive
  • Friday Market - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 35 min drive
  • George (GRJ) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪African Bean - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Persello's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Blue Oyster

Situated by the ocean, Blue Oyster is a great choice for a stay in Knysna. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 4 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Blue Oyster B&B
Blue Oyster B&B Knysna
Blue Oyster Knysna
Blue Oyster Knysna
Blue Oyster Bed & breakfast
Blue Oyster Bed & breakfast Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Blue Oyster?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Blue Oyster?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Blue Oyster?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Oyster?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Blue Oyster and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as skydiving and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include a garden.
What's the area around Blue Oyster like?
Blue Oyster is in the heart of Knysna, a short 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 9 minutes' walk from Pledge Nature Reserve.

Blue Oyster Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Blue Oyster - a hidden gem
Judith is a great host and is ably assisted by Toumbe. Nothing was too much trouble for them, reservations for dinner, information on what to do and where to visit. The house is enormous - we stayed in the Mykonos room which has amazing views over the lagoon and the area is 100% safe. Would definitely recommend and would stay there again
Rhys, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Good
My only issue was the bathroom being outside our room
mike, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Superb Stay
Wonderful & accomodating host - thank you for your hospitality. Arrived on a boiling hot day, to a cool airconed room. Left very early & had a packed breakfast for the road
Tarryn, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with a superb view of the bay. Super friendly owner and staff.
2-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Welcoming, friendly and very comfortable
Very friendly and comfortable stay. Judith and her team made us very welcome and looked after us to a very high standard. The views out over the bay are fantastic. Very good breakfast, we will return if we are back in this area shain
Alistair, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent spot for a holiday
The stay at Blue Oyster was amazing. The hostess, Judith, made contact immediately after I had made the booking. The check-in and check out was without hassles. The hostess and the staff were wonderful, professional, efficient and friendly. I will definitely go back :). It was peaceful and the view from the bedroom was great. Zinlte
Nonyameko, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Property with Stunning Views
Very much enjoyed our stay at Blue Oyster. We felt welcomed from the moment we arrived. The room was very clean and comfortable with a very spacious bathroom. And the view was magnificent! Also enjoyed the breakfast and informative conversation with the owner and staff. Highly recommended!
Dan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great views of Knysna
I stayed for 2 nights with my father and we had a wonderful stay at the Blue Oyster with comfortable beds and very clean room with an amazing view overlooking Knysna. The homemade breakfast were delicious with another amazing view of the Bay. The location is in a quiet neighbourhood at the top of a hill but it breathtaking views is worth effort. It's less than a five minute drive to the Waterfront where's plenty of restaurants, coffee shops and bars. Judith (owner) recommended a great seafood restaurant and the staff were helpful at all times.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant time at the Blue Oyster
We really enjoyed our stay at the Blue Oyster. Judith is so friendly and welcoming and she constantly goes the extra mile to make sure her guests have the best possible time whether it's lending you a plug adaptor or beach parasol or bringing you a jug of iced sparkling water to the pool. She has a great team and Ntombi greets you at breakfast every morning with a big smile and advice on places to go around Knysna. Breakfast is delicious and includes fresh fruit and a hot breakfast with eggs cooked however you choose. The view from the breakfast room (and all around the Blue Oyster including our bedroom) is stunning. Everywhere is tastefully decorated and immaculate. We loved our room and balcony and were so well looked after that we extended our 3 night stay to 5 nights. I would definitely recommend the Blue Oyster - it's a lovely place with exceptional service.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hilltop view
The Bue Oyster sits high on a hilltop overlooking Knysna. Beautiful view friendly staff and comfortable room.
Lynn, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic view of Knysna!
This was our favourite place to stay on our holiday in South Africa. Judith and her staff were lovely, the room at the top of the house was beautiful, spacious and had fantastic views over Knysna. The breakfast was lovely and the breakfast room had equally stunning views. You are a short drive from the town and harbour where the restaurants are or a 60 rand taxi ride. We loved it so much that we got engaged by the harbour on our second night and we will return. Probably for the honeymoon.
Dave, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Superb view, very friendly host and a good breakfast!
1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay with Great Views!
The owner was great and very friendly. The property is located in a very quiet and safe residencial area of the town. The bedroom was huge with a separate walk-in wardrobe and big corner bath, but even better was the private balcony with amazing views over Knysna. The breakfast was outstanding and served in the dining area that also had fantastic views over the town. Nice people, great place, lovely stay! Recommend!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

highly recommended
Great hospitality and great view !
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The staff were super friendly and our hostess went out of her way to accommodate us. As we were participating in a multi-day sport event we could not have breakfast every morning but our hostess made sure we were looked after on our return. Our race kit after a very muddy 80km cycle were also washed free of charge! :)
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Greate
Was Fantastic Very nice owners Will stay there again
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful BB, good service, very helpfull hostes
Our room was wonderful with a stunning view over the lagoon and a large balcony. The bathroom was luxerious. Breakfastroom, lounges and garden with pool all bore witness of the owners very good taste. Unfortunatly one window of our car was smashed downtown but Janine, hostess at Blue Oyster, immediatly offered to help us, when she heard about i. And so she did with every step of the process including contacts with the police and the car rental firm. Thanks to her efficient help the whole thing went smoothly and quickly. After we had left she kept contact with the police to make sure we would get our casenummer as quickly as possible. She did far more then could be expected of her and we could leave Knysna in a good mode-only regretting we had no time to stay longer at Blue Oyster.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic View!
Fantastic view of the Knysna Lagoon! Couldn't ask for more beautiful scenery from our balcony on the top floor. Service was excellent - the owner made reservations for us for dinner, including transportation, so we didn't have to drive their in the dark. Breakfast was wonderful, with another superb view of the water from the breakfast room. Only drawbacks were all the stairs to the top level, and several steps down to the bathroom floor. Otherwise, wonderful stay.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

magic of blue oyster
Outstanding with the lovliest of views and very helpful owners.a special place.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great views
Be aware that this guesthouse is at the top of the hill. The walk down is quite nice but you'll need a R60 taxi back or drive. Very comfortable.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Exceeded expectations
Excellent helpful hospitality! Wonderful spacious light filled house with so many relaxing areas! Superb views of Knysna
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paradise, an amazing place.
This place is amazing - the luxury room is worth it; it was on awesome time there and a beautiful view. It can't get any better.
Verified Hotels.com guest review