Welcome to the owner-run The St. James of Knysna – a five-star country house on the banks of the idyllic Knysna Lagoon. With its awe-inspiring views across the Lagoon to the Knysna Heads, luxury suites, guest lounge and bar, where you can enjoy selection of local wines and gins. Our tasty bar menu can be enjoyed as room service, in the dining room or garden. gift boutique, two swimming pools, with lots of spots to sit and enjoy the views. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the casual Knysna lifestyle.
As guests of the St. James, you’ll be treated to a complimentary, 90-minute cruise on our pontoon barge, ‘The Boat,’ which departs from our private jetty to explore the upper reaches of the Lagoon. A romantic, relaxing introduction to the Knysna River estuary in the central region of South Africa’s largest unfenced wildlife preserve: the Garden Route National Park.
Only 2.5 km from the centre of town and 2.8 km from The Waterfront Knysna, with its great selection of restaurants and shops. The St. James is also just a few minutes’ drive from Knysna’s three championship golf courses.