Hostel House Hammond in Knysna 

Each individually designed room offers luxury bedding and stylish décor. The en suite bathrooms are equipped for the most discerning guest: walk-in showers, luxurious towelling robes, recessed toilet, thick bath sheets and deep, extra-length baths.

Relax in the open dining room overlooking the deck around the pool. Enjoy a superb 3-course meal by appointment. The room seats up to 30 people or you could have an intimate dinner for 2 on the secluded, private deck.The kitchen is fully stocked for midnight feasts. Take advantage of the user-friendly, 24/7 cooking facilities to have a late night snack of your own creation.Host your own special party around the 3-sided log fire or the pool deck. Catering is offered from snacks to a 3-course sit-down meal. Fully serviced bar available.Relax in the well-appointed, fully stocked sports bar, which holds a range of vintage wines. Wi-Fi, DSTV, DVDs and a large selection of music are at your disposal.

In addition to the lagoon, Knysna is surrounded by a natural paradise of lush forests, tranquil lakes and golden beaches, making it a real natural wonderland.The variety of golf courses in beautiful surroundings ensures that each day's play provides new and exciting challenges. The Garden Route is fast becoming the golfing Mecca of South Africa with famous designers like Ernie Els and Jack Nicklaus featuring in the design of new courses.

¦ By car? Follow the N2 into Knysna. ? Turn right or left into George Rex Drive (depending on Port Elizabeth or Cape Town approach).? Exit left into Howard Street (signposted to Knysna Municpal Golf Course).? Pass Golf Course entrance to 3-way split at which point remain on left arm (still Howard Street). ? House Hammond is the third property on the right.

Situated next to the magnificent Knysna Lagoon, one of the jewels of Western Cape’s enchanting Garden Route, House Hammond offers the ultimate in luxury, style, service and location.Beautifully appointed, spacious rooms, overlooking marshland teeming with birdlife, await you. At your disposal there are wonderful indoor and outdoor areas in which to dine, party or relax with a group of friends or in more intimate surroundings.House Hammond is a stone’s throw from the 18-hole Knysna Golf Course. Non-golfers can indulge themselves in a spa treatment or explore Knysna’s wonderful beaches and numerous restaurants, shops and entertainment facilities. Shark cage diving, nature walks, cycling, riding, bungee jumping and paragliding are some of the activities you can choose from.The hotel caters for wedding parties of up to 100 guests.