Name: Turbine Hotel & Spa
Address: TH36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna, ZA

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 75 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-23

Guests praise the unique power station architecture, prime location, and exceptional food/spa. Staff are highly rated. Complaints focus on small/dark rooms, maintenance issues (doors/windows), slow breakfast service, and noise from children at the pool.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.6

Rooms9.5

Service9.4

Cleanliness9.4

Facilities9.3

Wi-Fi9.2

Surroundings9.2

Value8.8

＋ PraisedExcellent breakfast · Friendly and accommodating staff · Beautiful views and ambiance · Great SPA and food options

－ ComplaintsSmall and cramped rooms · Inconvenient amenities (no outlets/poor views) · Noise and maintenance issues · Noise from nearby areas

KEYIdeal for design/food lovers. Request larger rooms with views; avoid areas near kids' play zones if seeking quiet.

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Room types · 3

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Suite

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)60 ㎡up to 3

This suite features a balcony and mini-bar. The Canal and the Lagoon Suite are annex to the hotel and not in the main hotel but above a restaurant and next to a play ground.

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Luxury Room

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)36 ㎡up to 2

This spacious room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, telephone and kitchenette. The bathroom is en suite with shower and bath.

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Double Room

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)28 ㎡up to 2

These air-conditioned rooms are all individually decorated and feature a mini-bar, flat-screen TV. The bathroom is en suite with shower and bath.

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Facilities · 86

All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).

Offsite parking discounted rates availableHealth or beauty spa nearbyAir conditioningSwimming poolFamily roomsLift / ElevatorLuggage storageSafety deposit boxFacilities for disabled guestsIroning serviceMassage servicesPacked lunchesTerraceShuttle service (additional charge)Concierge serviceKid mealsOutdoor furnitureSteam roomBeauty ServicesManicurePedicureCoffee Shop on siteStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusPhysical distancing rules followedHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableSanitized tableware & silverwareContactless check-in/check-outInvoice providedGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during staySmoke alarmsGuest room sealed after cleaningProperty cleaned by professional cleaning companiesPhysical distancing in dining areasFood delivered to guest roomCCTV outside propertyProcess in place to check health of guestsAccess to health care professionalsScreens / Barriers between staff and guests for safetyFace masks for guests available24-hour securityDelivered food - securely coveredSecurity alarmThermometers for guests provided by propertyKey card accessInternet accessJapanese gardenFishing nearbyExercise/lap poolNo accessible shuttleNo accessible train station shuttleCovered parkingOffsite parking discounted rates availablePaddle boating nearbyPlayground on sitePool sun loungersReception hallSelf parking (surcharge)Beach umbrellasSnack bar/deliATM/bankingArt gallery on siteSupervised childcare/activitiesSwimming nearbyAirport transportation - pickup (surcharge)Television in common areasAirport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)Access to nearby outdoor poolVegetarian menu options availableAccessible train station shuttleAccessible shuttleWater sports equipmentWine release eventsFree wired internetFront desk (limited hours)Golfing on siteHealth or beauty spa nearbyHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsRestaurantRoom serviceNon-smoking throughout

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Nearby & map

Sights

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Knysna National Lake Area

nature

protected area forming part of the Garden Route National Park in South Africa

674m

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Steenbok Nature Reserve

nature

nature reserve in Western Cape, South Africa

2.2km

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Click a row to locate it · distances are approximate. Data from Overture / Michelin / Wikidata.