• The above rates include full English breakfast, exclude 1% SA Tourism Bed levy.
• Children 12 plus welcome @ full rate p/p/s.
• Extra person in room accommodated on a single bed moved into the room. (Deluxe / Superior Lagoon facing only).
• Tour Guides are charged the standard single rate less commission unless accommodated in the ANNEX within walking distance from the lodge which is single (non-commissionable) includes breakfast @ the Lodge.
• Lunch and Dinner are extras, a-la-carte menu available.

Leisure Isle Lodge offers effortless luxury and a beach chic atmosphere where you can slip off your shoes as you sip your champagne.

Our hotel rooms are tastefully decorated and feature comfortable, yet unobtrusive luxuries. We welcome you with a fresh fruit platter on arrival, and features like satellite television, underfloor heating and ceiling fans are standard, while all en suite bathrooms boast heated towel rails. The cosy sanctuary of your bed is draped in Egyptian cotton linen.

Choose from standard rooms opening onto the South African beach garden or welcoming swimming pool, or lagoon facing suites that offer awe inspiring views of the Knysna lagoon. Alternatively, book into one of our luxury suites or our penthouse suite – the pinnacle of elegant, yet homely opulence at Leisure Isle Lodge.

Feel free to browse our library before lounging by our pool or shading under one of our umbrellas on beautiful Bollard Bay Beach. Enjoy a coffee or cocktail from our bar as you appreciate the sunset from our deck, or simply snuggle up in bed with any of the latest DVD releases available from reception.

What could be more romantic than waking up to waves rolling onto silver sands, birdsong and a beautiful breakfast shared on a sunny deck overlooking the Knysna lagoon?

Leisure Isle Lodge is the ideal island honeymoon destination, inviting you to delight in all of our multi award winning services as you celebrate your new union.

Enjoy a romantic couple’s massage at our in-house spa, take a secret midnight swim in our sparkling pool, take a moonlit stroll along the sands of Bollard Bay Beach, explore the magic of the Leisure Isle and the attractions of Knysna, or simply cuddle up in the sanctuary of your honeymoon suite.

Our staff will ensure that your honeymoon is more than you ever expected it to be.

Tranquil lagoon views, soft music and candlelight create an unquestionable sense of style at Daniela’s, where fine dining and relaxed surrounds are served in equal measures. Combined with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere and unobtrusive, efficient service, Daniela’s is the prefect venue for celebrations, family get-togethers and romantic encounters.

International influences are fused with local, seasonal ingredients, resulting in a menu that not only satisfies, but delights the senses. The wine collection cleverly complements the menu, and includes a selection of champagne and vintage wines for toasting the sunset.

Confirm your lunch and dinner reservations to avoid disappointment.

For the weary traveller, romantic couples and individuals The Spa offers a superior service, including massage, skincare and beauty therapies.

Our private in-house spa promises serenity and comfort – a sanctuary where you will be pampered, while you recharge your mind and soothe your soul.

Leisure Isle Lodge provides the perfect romantic backdrop to your special wedding day. Promise your everlasting love to your gorgeous groom in our lovely garden before entertaining your guests and celebrating your nuptials in our 30-seater dining area. We look forward to turning our lodge into your romantic, magical wedding venue, complete with catering and bar services.

Our pool area with small cocktail bar is the perfect venue for special birthdays and other occasions. Enjoy delicious snacks and champagne cocktails, or opt for a more intimate celebration at our bar and deck overlooking the glittering Knysna lagoon.

Whatever your requirements, our staff will spare no effort to ensure that your occasion turns into a true celebration.

The versatility of our property makes it the perfect venue for informal and formal meetings. Impress your clients or your boss with our superior service and unspoiled views of the Knysna lagoon as the backdrop to your meeting – you’re sure to close that important deal.

A charming retreat in the middle of the world renowned Knysna lagoon, Leisure Isle brings postcard images of idyllic beach breakaways to life.

Beautiful Bollard Bay Beach, directly opposite Leisure Isle Lodge, is but one of the spotless beaches offering safe swimming in the sparkling Knysna lagoon. Supplement your tan under one of our umbrellas on the beach, explore the lagoon in one of our kayaks or spoil yourself with a luxury champagne sundowner cruise.

Should you wish to be a bit more active, then order your gourmet picnic during breakfast and discover the island on one of our bicycles. Leisure Isle boasts a small boat harbour, tennis and bowls clubs, an art gallery and antique store, rolling parklands and its own nature reserve – ideal for that romantic or family picnic. The island is also a natural paradise for a host of small wildlife and birds.

Barely 10 minutes’ drive from the Knysna CBD, Leisure Isle is the perfect spot from where to explore the treasure trove of experiences on offer in Knysna and the surrounding Garden Route towns.

The indigenous forest and surrounding fynbos offer adrenalin junkies challenging trail running and single track mountain biking routes, or enjoy a leisurely stroll and marvel at the giant trees and lush undergrowth. Keep your eye out for the elusive Knysna Loerie and, of course, the mystical forest elephant. Or simply visit the elephants and other animals at one of the many animal sanctuaries in the vicinity.

The lagoon and Indian Ocean beyond offers all water sports imaginable – from strolling along miles of unspoilt beaches and days of fun in the sun with family, to angling, deep sea fishing, cruises, whale watching, deep sea diving, snorkelling, surfing, water skiing, kite surfing – the list is truly endless…

Knysna is a golfer’s paradise and our guests are offered preferential rates to play at Simola Golf and Country Estate.

Enjoy a brilliant al fresco breakfast at one of six outdoor markets between nearby Plettenberg Bay and Sedgefield, as well as art and craft and organic produce shopping. In fact, the Knysna area is well known for the variety of organic home produce available to discerning shoppers – from award winning honey in Rheenendal to an amber nectar of a different sort at Knysna’s own Mitchell’s Brewery. And speaking of nectar, a number of wine estates are within easy driving distance for tastings and lunches.

In short, Knysna and the surrounding Garden Route offers more than you could wish to experience during your stay. And Leisure Isle Lodge is the ideal base from which to explore these adventures. We are happy to suggest activities and outings, and will gladly make the necessary arrangements on your behalf.