Fairy Knowe Hotel

The Fairy Knowe Hotel, affectionately referred to as ‘the grand dame’ of Wilderness, has been welcoming guests since 1924. It’s a simple and straightforward hotel, situated on the banks of the Touw River in the Wilderness section of the Garden Route National Park, just a 20-minute drive from George domestic airport. It offers 50 riverside or garden view rooms, all ensuite with walk-in shower or shower over bath, and fitted with king or twin beds, a private patio or shared balcony, coffee and tea facilities, satellite TV, a bar fridge and free WiFi. Stroll around in the beautiful gardens, dive into the pool and enjoy some water sports; the hotel has direct access to the river and offers free canoes and paddle boats. There’s a playground for the kids, a bar and a restaurant with a big terrace, serving a scrumptious buffet breakfast, light lunches and delicious 3-course dinners.