Island Vibe Knysna | Hostel in Knysna

| 7.8 (636 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: Parking, TV, View, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 636 reviews with the average score of 7.8 . 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
  • Free parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking garage
  • Parking
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Movie nights
  • Fishing
  • Evening entertainment
  • Game room
  • Walking tours
  • Canoeing
  • Bar crawls
  • Hiking
  • Pool table
  • Diving
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkeling
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Karaoke
  • Water park
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Indoor play area
  • Baby safety gates
General
  • Family rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Designated smoking area
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • Private check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service
  • Concierge
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • 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
Mariska
Jan 13, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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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

Shower, Bathtub, Private bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Towels

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Patio, Barbecue

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Kitchen

Dining table

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

General

Earplugs, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Privacy curtain
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

Shower, Bathtub, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels

View

Mountain view, View

Living Area

Dining area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue, Terrace

Bedroom

Linens

Kitchen

Dining table

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

General

Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Privacy curtain
Budget Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Bathtub, Private bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Towels

View

Mountain view, View

Living Area

Dining area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue, Terrace

Bedroom

Linens

Kitchen

Dining table

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

General

Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Privacy curtain
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Bathtub, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet

View

Mountain view, View

Living Area

Dining area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue, Terrace

Bedroom

Linens

Kitchen

Dining table

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

General

Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Privacy curtain
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

Living Area

Dining area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue

Bedroom

Linens

Kitchen

Dining table

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

General

Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Privacy curtain
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