Island Vibe Knysna | Hostel in Knysna

| 7.7 (643 Reviews) |   20 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  9 Guests
Knysna Central Hostel | Island Vibe Knysna

20 Bedroom Hostel in Knysna Central, Knysna

Island Vibe Knysna is a backpackers located along the Garden Route and is within 0.6 mi from the Knysna Lagoon. It features a guest lounge with TV and free WiFi is available in all areas. All rooms are decorated in minimalistic style. Some units have a shared bathroom, while others contain a private bathroom with a shower. Island Vibe Knysna offers BBQ facilities and an array of restaurants can be found within 1.2 mi. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar on site. Guests can relax on the deck or enjoy a game of billiards and nearby activities include hiking. The Waterfront Knysna Quays is 2461 feet walk away. The Knysna Heads and Simola Golf Course is within 5 mi and the George Airport is 55 minutes’ drive away from the backpackers.

Island Vibe Knysna is located in Knysna.

This 20 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Designated Smoking Area, Ocean View, Internet, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 643 reviews with the average score of 7.7 . Coming to Knysna and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Pool table
  • Bar crawls
  • Snorkeling
  • Game room
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Fishing
  • Movie nights
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Walking tours
  • Karaoke
  • Diving
  • Water park
Entertainment
  • Indoor play area
  • Baby safety gates
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Safe
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Express check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service
  • Private check-in/out
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • BBQ facilities
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor fireplace
Security/Safety
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits available
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

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Reviews

Value for money:
8.72
Location:
8.68
Staff:
9.11
Facilities:
8.2
Comfort:
8.43
Cleanliness:
8.51
Sabrina
Aug 21, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Austria
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The staff is very knowledgeable about what Knysna has to offer and they are happy to give recommendations and help with bookings. I did a Rastafari tour to Judah square which was really interesting and fun.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room with Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Towels, Shower, Bathtub, Private bathroom, Toilet

General

Earplugs, Reading light, Carpeted

View

Garden view, Mountain view

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Towels, Shower, Bathtub, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Reading light, Carpeted

View

Garden view, Mountain view

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Budget Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Towels, Shower, Bathtub, Private bathroom, Toilet

General

Reading light, Carpeted

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Bathtub, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Reading light, Carpeted

View

Mountain view

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Reading light, Carpeted

View

Garden view, Mountain view

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
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