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Located a 10-minute drive from Buffalo Bay Beach, The Riverdeck Accommodation and Backpackers is located 12 km from Knysna's town centre. This property features a restaurant and bar overlooking the river. Some rooms at The Riverdeck offer private bathrooms, while others have access to shared bathroom facilities. The property has satellite TV at the bar, children's playground and a farm stall. Barbecue facilities are also available at the backpackers and camping section.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

    • Free parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.0
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.8
Low score for Knysna

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Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Riverdeck Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional

Facilities of The Riverdeck Accommodation and Backpackers

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • BBQ facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English

House rules
The Riverdeck Accommodation and Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 17:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Riverdeck Accommodation and Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

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