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Fairy Knowe Hotel

Dumbleton Road | PO Box 28, Wilderness 6560, South Africa
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Fairy Knowe Hotel
Ranked #4 of 6 hotels in Wilderness
3.5 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
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Cape Town
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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Reservation for a twin bedded room. Arrived to find out they had not prepared the room as a twin. Gentleman on reception quickly offered us 2 rooms instead. This was an acceptable alternative. The hotel has been around for a long time and it shows. Rooms were extremely basic but fine for an overnight stay. Definitely in need of updating... More

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UK
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We booked on line for a night 17 December 2011, - we had an official letterhead email confimring the price which seemed OK. Husband paid the bill and we only realised afterwards that we had been overcharged by R240 for the one night - for that much extra we could have stayed in a better B&B on the beach. We... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

The Fairy Knowe Hotel is a perfect place to unwind and realise the history of the hotel whilst either paddling the calm waters, relaxing on a balcony with absolute natural and scenic views from different angles of the hotel or simply walking the grounds of Fairy Knowe and listen attentively to the sound of nature. The Fairy Knowe hotel and... More

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012
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The Fairy Knowe hotel is one of the most beautiful places I've ever stayed at. Our on-suite room on the ground floor had a patio that was directly at the river - what a view! There is so much to do at the Fairy Knowe hotel, whether taking a canoe or paddle boat down to the lakes or up to... More

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Swellendam, South Africa
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
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Due to my husband's travel's, he has been staying at the Fairy Knowe for almost 20 years, and loved it! We use to travel with him, holidays allowing, at least once a year and stay there too with the kids. A lovely family hotel that use to be so good, is definately going so bad now. The facilities and equipment... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

What a fantastic place! My husband and I were looking for a quite place to chill and fell inlove with this place. This is really home away from home. Friendly staff and excellent food(especially the breakfast. Tx, Vincent!!!) The view is stunning and there are so many things to do and see! Awesome! Jeremy(the manager),thank you so so much for... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012
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What an incredible place. I booked a 2 night stay for my girlfriend and I in March 2012 and we had the best time ever. I had read a few bad reviews before we booked so I was apprehensive to say the least but after being there and enjoying the vibe and activities I can definitely say that we will... More

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Somerset West
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We have not visited the hotel for a number of years so decided to take our grandchildren and friends for the weekend. What a wonderful time was had by all, it felt like coming home. The best was not having to worry about the kids as there was more than enough to keep them safely occupied, even at meal times... More

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Knysna, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

We spent 2 days at the Fairy Knowe Hotel over a weekend in February 2012 in a wonderful river facing room. The room was large,airy and light with a nice veranda right next to the river and nature reserve. The resort is a mix old heritage and 70's styles which gave one a nostalgic warm feeling that felt comfortable. The... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012
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I have been going to the Fairy Knowe for the past 20 years with my family. I feel that it is like coming home every time we visit. I was really sad to see some of the complaints which i also find really hard to believe based on our past experiences with the resort. Fair enough, the resort is a... More

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