Turbine Hotel and Spa | Garden Route Lodges

Highlights

Knysna Elephant Park
Visit the Knysna heads
Oyster tasting
Canoeing on the Knysna Lagoon
Shopping and art galleries
Spend the day on one of the many beaches
Birding and hiking in the forests
Mitchell's Knysna Brewery

Information

Hotel type; Hotel
Location; Knysna
Hotel size; 24 Rooms
Recommended stay; 2-5 nights

Introduction

A once trusted wood-fired turbine power station, now transformed into luxurious quarters and chic talking point. This Knysna Power Station Hotel has been restored to its rightful landmark status on Knysna's exclusive Thesen Island. Chrome-finished dials and retro pressure gauge complete this unique five-star space, affirming its authentic character.

An undeniable devotion to balance is especially evident at the Amani Spa, where Arabic body rituals unite the four fundamental elements: earth, air, fire and water. Serenity is standard throughout with sundowners and tapas the order of the day. Epicureans will delight in fresh al fresco flavours and the Diners Club Platinum Award winning wine list.

Turbine Hotel is a memorable tribute to the past - an example of retrofit gone right.

Rooms and Suites

The Turbine Hotel and Spa offers up 24 individually styled rooms and suites surround the central hall where beautifully preserved machinery tells tales of a hardworking past.

All rooms boast beautiful, individual décor and artwork, comfortable extra-length king beds, en-suite bathrooms, and air-conditioning.

Cuisine and Wine

The Island Cafe; This 90 seat restaurant creates a unique environment for all meals. Tables overlook the canal, pool deck or are nestled between the originally refurbished turbines. Warm, open fireplaces and majestic sliding glass doors allow us to maximise and match the ambience and weather conditions. The Island café has won the prestigious 2010/11 Diners Club Platinum Award for its wine list.

The Turbine Tapas Bar & Deck; Enjoy a sundowner or a tasty bite from the menu at the Tapas bar which is built around the hotel's fifth turbine or just relax on the deck for casual drinks & tapas on those balmy evenings overlooking the canals & jetties and enjoy the legendary Knysna lagoon sunsets.

Facilities

3 x Bar areas - Tapas Bar and outside deck area, Pool deck
2 x Restaurants - Tapas Bar and Island Café - BLD a la carte; restaurant seating - 80 people
Inside courtyard/lounge area
Library with internet computers
Fully stocked wine cellar
Knysna Hotel offers a Curio shop
Fully served reception with concierge facilities, including lagoon/sea cruises, cycling and assistance to other places of interest
Rim flow pool with deck facing onto canal
Common areas are also an art gallery showcasing local talent
Disabled room and downstairs disabled loo

Child Friendly

Children of all ages are most welcome.

Spa and Wellness

To complement the many facilities and activities of Turbine Hotel and Spa, its picturesque Amani Spa is one of tranquillity and relaxation, offering a wide variety of body, facial and beauty treatments, and a unique pedicure experience in our exclusive Spa Massage Pedi Chair.