Turbine Hotel & Spa

Turbine Hotel & Spa The Turbine Hotel & Spa was an ambitious project which transformed an old power station into a unique 5 star boutique Knysna hotel.

A boutique 5 star hotel on Thesen Islands in Knysna which offers guests luxurious accommodation options, the Island Café restaurant, stunning views, and a range of world-class facilities. The hotel offers guests a choice of 17 standard rooms, 6 luxury rooms, a honeymoon suite, and 2 self-contained suites adjacent to the hotel. The 90-seater Island Café restaurant overlooks the stunning canal and s

erves up extraordinary dishes from a diverse a la carte menu. The Gastro Pub, on the other hand, is the perfect spot to enjoy after-work drinks, catch the latest rugby or football game or indulge in a post-dinner night cap.

ℍ𝕒𝕡𝕡𝕪 𝕎𝕠𝕣𝕝𝕕 𝕆𝕔𝕖𝕒𝕟𝕤 𝔻𝕒𝕪!The Garden Route wouldn't be what it is without the Indian Ocean flanking its coast.Today we're t...
08/06/2026

ℍ𝕒𝕡𝕡𝕪 𝕎𝕠𝕣𝕝𝕕 𝕆𝕔𝕖𝕒𝕟𝕤 𝔻𝕒𝕪!

The Garden Route wouldn't be what it is without the Indian Ocean flanking its coast.

Today we're thankful for the oceans of our world - their bounty as well as their beauty - and pledge ourselves, along with thousands of others, to its care and responsible enjoyment.

We think these stunning photos by pask_premiumtravel do a wonderful job of showing off the Knysna Lagoon and her famous Heads!

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05/06/2026

A cosy spot for unwinding after a busy morning of activities or the perfect place to gather before dinner?

We'll let you decide.

Welcome to The Gastro Pub 🍻.

📍 The Turbine Hotel & Spa, Thesen Island, Knysna

01/06/2026

Winter blues? We don't know her.

The Garden Route is a year-round destination, with sunset cruises on the Knysna Lagoon that make June feel like summer.

Join us for a long weekend later this month, Father's Day (21 June) or book ahead for the Knysna Oyster Festival!

Visit Knysna: bit.ly/turbinehome

Trying to decide on which room at The Turbine suits you best? No two are the same, so it's a decision worth some conside...
27/05/2026

Trying to decide on which room at The Turbine suits you best? No two are the same, so it's a decision worth some consideration.

Our Luxury Rooms are designed around the idea that where you are should shape how you feel, with large windows and balconies framing the canals, the lagoon, and the history of Thesen Island just beyond the glass.

Take a closer look: bit.ly/turbinestays

Come and enjoy the glorious morning sunshine from our pool deck, where a perfectly brewed coffee and a flaky pastry will...
22/05/2026

Come and enjoy the glorious morning sunshine from our pool deck, where a perfectly brewed coffee and a flaky pastry will have you set up for a perfect day of exploring Knysna!

Our temperate weather ensures a full, fun and outdoorsy itinerary, no matter the time of year!

Discover more: bit.ly/turbinehome

Did you know that Thesen Island exists because of timber?The wood waste from Knysna's old timber industry fuelled the po...
19/05/2026

Did you know that Thesen Island exists because of timber?

The wood waste from Knysna's old timber industry fuelled the power station our hotel is housed in today.

In our lobby, you'll find a transverse section of an old yellowwood tree, felled at 600 years old (considered middle-aged for a yellowwood), with its growth rings marking centuries of South African history in quiet, concentric circles.

The celebrated South African author Dalene Matthee immortalised the people and forests of this region in Kringe in 'n Bos (1984), a novel so rooted in this place that her ashes were scattered in Krisjan-se-Nek, beneath a 900-year-old yellowwood tree that now stands sentinel over her memorial.

Unsustainable harvesting was halted in Knysna in 1939, and what remains is a privilege to preserve.

Come and find the famous yellowwood in our lobby before visiting its living relatives in the forest.

16/05/2026

There is something about the coast when it turns cold...

Suddenly, the world outside looks exactly the way it should from the inside of a warm room.

At The Turbine, that means thick blankets, large industrial windows framing the restless outdoors, and a cup of something hot that you're in no hurry to finish.

Come and cocoon with us! 🥐

Enquiries: bit.ly/turbineenquiries

This season (though chilly), reminds us to slow down and care for ourselves in big and small ways.At The Turbine Hotel, ...
14/05/2026

This season (though chilly), reminds us to slow down and care for ourselves in big and small ways.

At The Turbine Hotel, we recommend beginning your day with a cup of tea and a view, and ending it with a relaxing Hot Stone Massage at our on-site spa, ideal for giving your skin a little extra TLC and warming you up from the inside out!

🍃 Browse our Spa Menu: bit.ly/turbinespamenu

"In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours." - Maya AngelouTo every mother celebrating today - on Thesen Isl...
10/05/2026

"In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours." - Maya Angelou

To every mother celebrating today - on Thesen Island and beyond - our team wishes you the happiest of Mother's Days. 🌸

05/05/2026

Located right on the canals, but lit up from within with a cosy atmosphere and a hearty menu, our on-site eatery, The Island Café, is the perfect spot for an elegant dinner in Knysna.

Treat yourself and a loved one to a beautiful meal, and selection of wines from our carefully curated wine list.

🍷 Reservations: bit.ly/turbinedining

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TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands
Knysna
6571

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