South Africa
The Lofts Boutique Hotel
From $102 /person
An architectural wonder found on the edge of the Knysna Lagoon
Located in the heart of the Knysna Lagoon on Thesen Island, The Lofts Boutique Hotel makes for a revitalising stay in the centre of this bustling Garden Route town. The hotel offers multiple room options presented in various styles, each individually decorated with a medley of colours and textures. The sundeck and splash pool are perfect for summertime relaxation, and during low tide, travellers can hop down onto the sand and enjoy a quiet walk on the beach. Alternatively, guests can visit the privately-owned spa, stroll through The Boatshed and enjoy the unique shops, or indulge in a superb meal at île de païn, one of South Africa’s top restaurants.
Located in the heart of the Knysna Lagoon on Thesen Island, The Lofts Boutique Hotel ...
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0.270t CO₂
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Exclusive Lagoon Rooms
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2The Exclusive Lagoon Suites are double rooms with excellent views of the Knysna Lagoon. Each suite includes a large bedroom with an open-plan bathroom and a separate toilet. Luxuries include extra-length twin beds (which can also be made up as a king-sized bed), hanging and packing space, a flat-screen television, coffee station, air-conditioning, and free wifi.
Luxury Loft Rooms
1•2Each of the Luxury Loft Rooms is decorated in a different theme, which lends to their eccentricity. The rooms feature a large bedroom, a lovely north-facing balcony with 2 sun-loungers, a bathroom with either a shower, bath or a bath/shower, and a toilet. Amenities include hanging and packing space, a flat-screen television, coffee station, air-conditioning, and free wifi.
Luxury Units w Self-catering Facilities
3•4The Self-catering Units are located on the south side of the building, giving them a quiet, peaceful, and homely feel. The main en-suite bedroom has an extra length king-sized bed (which can be made into 2 twin beds), hanging and packing space, and a flat-screen TV. The 2nd bedroom is a loft-style room and includes either king, queen, or twin beds – depending on the unit – and hanging and packing space. There’s also a lounge area and a fully-equipped kitchenette.
Exclusive Lagoon Rooms
1•2The Exclusive Lagoon Suites are double rooms with excellent views of the Knysna Lagoon. Each suite includes a large bedroom with an open-plan bathroom and a separate toilet. Luxuries include extra-length twin beds (which can also be made up as a king-sized bed), hanging and packing space, a flat-screen television, coffee station, air-conditioning, and free wifi.
Luxury Loft Rooms
1•2Each of the Luxury Loft Rooms is decorated in a different theme, which lends to their eccentricity. The rooms feature a large bedroom, a lovely north-facing balcony with 2 sun-loungers, a bathroom with either a shower, bath or a bath/shower, and a toilet. Amenities include hanging and packing space, a flat-screen television, coffee station, air-conditioning, and free wifi.
Luxury Units w Self-catering Facilities
3•4The Self-catering Units are located on the south side of the building, giving them a quiet, peaceful, and homely feel. The main en-suite bedroom has an extra length king-sized bed (which can be made into 2 twin beds), hanging and packing space, and a flat-screen TV. The 2nd bedroom is a loft-style room and includes either king, queen, or twin beds – depending on the unit – and hanging and packing space. There’s also a lounge area and a fully-equipped kitchenette.
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