Featherbed Nature Reserve - 20 min drive - 15.5 km
Getting around
Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 35 min drive
George (GRJ) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
Anchorage Restaurant - 3 min drive
Chatters - 3 min drive
Snobs Coffee - 3 min drive
African Bean - 3 min drive
Persello's - 3 min drive
About this property
Blue Oyster
Situated by the ocean, Blue Oyster is a great choice for a stay in Knysna. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
At a glance
Hotel size
4 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
What to do
Beach nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Skydiving nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Blue Oyster B&B
Blue Oyster B&B Knysna
Blue Oyster Knysna
Blue Oyster Knysna
Blue Oyster Bed & breakfast
Blue Oyster Bed & breakfast Knysna
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Blue Oyster?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Blue Oyster?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Blue Oyster?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Oyster?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Blue Oyster and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as skydiving and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include a garden.
What's the area around Blue Oyster like?
Blue Oyster is in the heart of Knysna, a short 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 9 minutes' walk from Pledge Nature Reserve.
Blue Oyster Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2020
Blue Oyster - a hidden gem
Judith is a great host and is ably assisted by Toumbe. Nothing was too much trouble for them, reservations for dinner, information on what to do and where to visit. The house is enormous - we stayed in the Mykonos room which has amazing views over the lagoon and the area is 100% safe.
Would definitely recommend and would stay there again
Rhys
Rhys, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 24, 2019
Good
My only issue was the bathroom being outside our room
mike
mike, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2019
Superb Stay
Wonderful & accomodating host - thank you for your hospitality.
Arrived on a boiling hot day, to a cool airconed room.
Left very early & had a packed breakfast for the road
Tarryn
Tarryn, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2019
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 14, 2019
Verified traveler
5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2019
Great location with a superb view of the bay. Super friendly owner and staff.
Verified traveler
2-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2019
Welcoming, friendly and very comfortable
Very friendly and comfortable stay. Judith and her team made us very welcome and looked after us to a very high standard. The views out over the bay are fantastic. Very good breakfast, we will return if we are back in this area shain
Alistair
Alistair, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2019
Excellent spot for a holiday
The stay at Blue Oyster was amazing. The hostess, Judith, made contact immediately after I had made the booking. The check-in and check out was without hassles. The hostess and the staff were wonderful, professional, efficient and friendly. I will definitely go back :). It was peaceful and the view from the bedroom was great.
Zinlte
Nonyameko
Nonyameko, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2018
Great Property with Stunning Views
Very much enjoyed our stay at Blue Oyster. We felt welcomed from the moment we arrived. The room was very clean and comfortable with a very spacious bathroom. And the view was magnificent! Also enjoyed the breakfast and informative conversation with the owner and staff. Highly recommended!
Dan
Dan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2018
Great views of Knysna
I stayed for 2 nights with my father and we had a wonderful stay at the Blue Oyster with comfortable beds and very clean room with an amazing view overlooking Knysna. The homemade breakfast were delicious with another amazing view of the Bay.
The location is in a quiet neighbourhood at the top of a hill but it breathtaking views is worth effort. It's less than a five minute drive to the Waterfront where's plenty of restaurants, coffee shops and bars. Judith (owner) recommended a great seafood restaurant and the staff were helpful at all times.
Bradley
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2018
Brilliant time at the Blue Oyster
We really enjoyed our stay at the Blue Oyster. Judith is so friendly and welcoming and she constantly goes the extra mile to make sure her guests have the best possible time whether it's lending you a plug adaptor or beach parasol or bringing you a jug of iced sparkling water to the pool. She has a great team and Ntombi greets you at breakfast every morning with a big smile and advice on places to go around Knysna. Breakfast is delicious and includes fresh fruit and a hot breakfast with eggs cooked however you choose. The view from the breakfast room (and all around the Blue Oyster including our bedroom) is stunning. Everywhere is tastefully decorated and immaculate. We loved our room and balcony and were so well looked after that we extended our 3 night stay to 5 nights. I would definitely recommend the Blue Oyster - it's a lovely place with exceptional service.
Julianne
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2018
Hilltop view
The Bue Oyster sits high on a hilltop overlooking Knysna. Beautiful view friendly staff and comfortable room.
Lynn
Lynn, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2017
Fantastic view of Knysna!
This was our favourite place to stay on our holiday in South Africa. Judith and her staff were lovely, the room at the top of the house was beautiful, spacious and had fantastic views over Knysna. The breakfast was lovely and the breakfast room had equally stunning views. You are a short drive from the town and harbour where the restaurants are or a 60 rand taxi ride. We loved it so much that we got engaged by the harbour on our second night and we will return. Probably for the honeymoon.
Dave
Dave, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2017
Superb view, very friendly host and a good breakfast!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2017
Great Stay with Great Views!
The owner was great and very friendly.
The property is located in a very quiet and safe residencial area of the town.
The bedroom was huge with a separate walk-in wardrobe and big corner bath, but even better was the private balcony with amazing views over Knysna.
The breakfast was outstanding and served in the dining area that also had fantastic views over the town.
Nice people, great place, lovely stay!
Recommend!
Andrew
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2017
highly recommended
Great hospitality and great view !
Lyne
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 12, 2016
The staff were super friendly and our hostess went out of her way to accommodate us. As we were participating in a multi-day sport event we could not have breakfast every morning but our hostess made sure we were looked after on our return. Our race kit after a very muddy 80km cycle were also washed free of charge! :)
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2016
Greate
Was Fantastic Very nice owners Will stay there again
Marthinus
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2015
Beautiful BB, good service, very helpfull hostes
Our room was wonderful with a stunning view over the lagoon and a large balcony. The bathroom was luxerious. Breakfastroom, lounges and garden with pool all bore witness of the owners very good taste. Unfortunatly one window of our car was smashed downtown but Janine, hostess at Blue Oyster, immediatly offered to help us, when she heard about i. And so she did with every step of the process including contacts with the police and the car rental firm. Thanks to her efficient help the whole thing went smoothly and quickly. After we had left she kept contact with the police to make sure we would get our casenummer as quickly as possible. She did far more then could be expected of her and we could leave Knysna in a good mode-only regretting we had no time to stay longer at Blue Oyster.
Kerstin
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2015
Fantastic View!
Fantastic view of the Knysna Lagoon! Couldn't ask for more beautiful scenery from our balcony on the top floor. Service was excellent - the owner made reservations for us for dinner, including transportation, so we didn't have to drive their in the dark. Breakfast was wonderful, with another superb view of the water from the breakfast room. Only drawbacks were all the stairs to the top level, and several steps down to the bathroom floor. Otherwise, wonderful stay.
Laura
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2015
magic of blue oyster
Outstanding with the lovliest of views
and very helpful owners.a special place.
priscilla
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 5, 2015
Great views
Be aware that this guesthouse is at the top of the hill. The walk down is quite nice but you'll need a R60 taxi back or drive. Very comfortable.
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2015
Exceeded expectations
Excellent helpful hospitality!
Wonderful spacious light filled house with so many relaxing areas!
Superb views of Knysna
Jacqueline
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2015
Paradise, an amazing place.
This place is amazing - the luxury room is worth it; it was on awesome time there and a beautiful view. It can't get any better.