Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa Knysna
Turbine Hotel Spa
Hotel
The luxurious Boutique Turbine Hotel & Spa is located in the charming seaside town Knysna on the Western Cape at approximately five hours' driving distance from Cape Town.
Certainly its most extraordinary feature, the Turbine Hotel & Spa used to be the region's power plant. Nowadays, only the ambience is electrifying. After a complete renovation, the old machinery was largely left in place and is at the heart of the avant-garde design.
The 24 individually furnished and decorated rooms and read more » suites reflect the natural and cultural history of Knysna. Moreover, every room boasts a magnificent view out over the spectacular Western Cape landscape and the Knysna Lagoon.
Everything has been designed with your comfort in mind. Rest your eyes on the Knysna Lagoon and enjoy the strong South African sun on the boutique hotel's sweeping deck. On a hot day, just slip into the large pool's welcoming waters for a refreshing break every now and then.
The setting and the facilities are just perfect to unplug from everyday life for a while and regain the inner balance. And, of course, in the good tradition of South African luxury hotels, the cuisine is excellent: The Island Café and the Tapas Bar serve regional delights and international classics.
Both restaurants have a double role as a bar and you are more than welcome to follow a gourmet dinner with the one or other drink. Furthermore, a third bar also serves delicious drinks and commands a wonderful view of the canal that flows past the hotel.
Last, but by no means least, the superb Armani Spa needs mentioning. Choose between countless professional treatments and massages. Pure bliss for body, mind and soul.
The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa in Knysna offers everything for a memorable holiday on South Africa's famous Garden Route. Come and stay for a while!
Living
The luxurious Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa Knysna offers the discerning guest a choice of 17 suites, six luxury suites and the honeymoon suite. All rooms are bright and feature elegant parquet flooring
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and select furniture.
However, the former power plant rooms are everything but uniform. Every suite has been decked out in an individual design that includes thoughtful little details and a unique décor.
Different themes are the basis for the individualised suites that nevertheless always include a set of standard amenities like the mini bar, tea and coffee maker, bathtub and shower as well as king-sized beds promising sweet dreams to come.
The technical gadgets leave nothing to be desired. Look forward to a 32 inch flat screen TV, DVD player and DVD selection, courtesy high-speed internet and a telephone.
The suites' setting calls for a balcony and the call has been answered: Settle down, enjoy the ocean breeze and rest your eyes on the Thesen Island Bay and the Turbine Hotel's jetty. The suites also offer a fold-out couch, bar and microwave.
The luxury suites offer extravagant comforts that include a lush sofa seating area and a bathtub allowing you to admire the spectacular views even while soaking in the hot, foam-topped water.
The newly wed, and everyone else in love, will appreciate the Turbine Hotel's exclusive Honeymoon Suite. The ambience is magnificently romantic and the cosy lounge includes a bar complete with an ice machine. Another romantic detail: the double shower.
Activities
Welcome to South Africa, Knysna – a paradise for those in search of relaxation, pristine nature and adventure. No matter where your preferences lie, the Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa offers superb accommodation
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and countless activities to choose from.
Early risers may start the day with a few laps in the Turbine's large pool before settling down to a delicious breakfast providing plenty of energy for a long and exciting day ahead.
However, you may also give yourself up to caring hands at the Armani Spa. The treatments and therapies range from massages and revitalising healing baths to water and facial treatments as well as a manicure and pedicure service. Spoil yourself. You deserve it!
As the day wanes, visit the Tapas Bar on the pool deck for a South African formality: The sundowner may be enjoyed propped up in one of the deck chairs, eyes resting on the colourful scenery.
The Island Café is famous for its gourmet dinners and excellent selection of wines: In 2010/11, the celebrated restaurant won the Diners Club Platin Award for its bottled treasures.
Indulge in the gourmet cuisine and relish the flair. Ninety seats, an open fireplace and large panorama glass doors create a supremely elegant setting.
Offering more than sophisticated facilities and immaculate service, the Turbine Boutique Hotel is also the perfect basis for exploring the scenic surroundings.
There is plenty to do: Cruise down the Knysna Lagoon, go whale-watching, golfing, mountain biking or kite surfing to name just a handful of the many sports and excursion options.
Travel up and down the Garden Route and discover South Africa's amazing diversity. Stumble upon picture-postcard perfect beaches, spectacular mountain passes and dozens of hiking trails both along the coast and in the mountains. A fascinating region!
