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Simola Luxury Apartments

Knysna Accommodation
Garden Route Luxry Apartments


The Simola Golf & Country Estate nestles in the magnificent hills above the picturesque town of Knysna along South Africa's popular Garden Route. From its vantage point, the 325-hectare Hotel, Golf & Spa Estate provides beautiful views of the spectacular panorama encompassing the full expanse of the Knysna Lagoon, all the way to the Knysna Heads and beyond to the sea.

It is here in this sheltered haven where guests may enjoy an unforgettable round of golf, exclusive 5-Star accommodation, sumptuous meals and relaxing at the hotel's health & beauty spa.

The Garden Route along the southern edge of Africa, is characterized by a lush extravagance of nature. Majestic mountains merge with rolling green hills and valleys clad in indigenous forests lying alongside tranquil lakes and rivers flowing languidly towards the sea, where waves break on sun-drenched beaches.

Simola is situated on 470 hectares of naturally landscaped land in the heart of pristine Knysna woodlands where the famous Knysna Heads, the azure waters of the Knysna lagoon form a spectacular backdrop to the Estate.

Golf Course at the Simola Hotel & Estate, Garden Route The Simola Country Estate features an award winning 18-hole Championship Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. The course also offers:
  • a driving range
  • a chipping & putting area
  • a halfway house
Simola Hotel

The Simola Hotel building is built on 2 levels. The upper level of the Simola Hotel comprises of:
  • Hotel Reception
  • Simola Executive Office Suite with a 16 delegates Boardroom/Business Centre
  • Hair Salon
  • Conference & Banqueting Room - 120 delegates
  • Golf Club Bar & Lounge - 120 guests
  • "Orchid Room" - 100 guests Restaurant which combines a culinary feast of specialized and themed buffets, a la Carte menus and a Sushi Bar
  • "Sir Roy's" intimate bar featuring a wide selection of fine cigars, whisky, cognacs and liqueurs
The lower level of the Simola Hotel features:
  • Simola Golf Operations and Pro Shop
  • Simola Spa & Gym featuring specialized body therapy, beauty treatments, sauna, sunroom, spa bath, state-of-the-art gym and indoor heated swimming pool
  • Outside Khoi Pond
  • Outside pool and bar with children's splash pool
  • Outdoor activities such as mountain bikes, nature walks, bird watching etc.
Accommodation at the Simola Golf, Country Club & Spa Estate, Knysna

Guest accommodation at Simola comprises of 2-bedroom suites of which 4 are located on the ground floor and 4 are situated on the first level. The Suites at Simola have been designed to provide guests with a choice of accommodation. The Simola Hotel can accommodate 160 guests in their rooms and suites: 40 x Twin Rooms and 40 x 1-Bedroom Suites. All rooms at the Simola Hotel provide views overlooking the Knysna Heads, forest, mountain, lagoon and golf course.

Room features

1. Twin Rooms
  • Twin
  • 2 x Single Beds
  • Shower, basin, toilet en-suite
2. Studio Suites
  • 1 x King Bed
  • Bath, Shower & double vanity basins en-suite
  • Separate toilet and bidet
More features
  • Interactive TV with wide LCD Screen
  • Wireless connectivity
  • Data & Internet ports
  • Under floor heating
  • Heated towel rails
  • Air Conditioner
The Studio suites at Simola features open plan living area as well as
  • Fully equipped kitchen with flat top hob and oven, microwave, under counter fridge/freezer and mini bar
  • Dining table for 6 guests
  • Lounge with gas fire place & under floor heating
  • Interactive TV with LCD Screen
  • DVD player with 5.1 surround sound
  • Wireless connectivity
  • Data and Internet Ports
  • Patio with a gas BBQ
Services, which are available to guests staying at the Simola Estate
  • 24 Hour in-room-dining service
  • Free hot beverages, mineral water and snacks
  • Mini bar in studio suites only
  • Pantry shopping service to studio suites only
  • Turndown and valet service
Amenities

The Simola Golf & Country Estate is a golf estate of international stature. Amenities which are available to its visitors are:
  • 18 Hole Jack Nicklaus signature golf course
  • 5 Star Hotel
  • 40 two bedroom luxury apartments
  • Gourmet restaurant, lounge & bar
  • Health Spa and Wellness Centre
  • Conference facilities
  • Golf Club facilities including pro shop, members' lounge and opulent changing rooms
  • Indoor & Outdoor Pool
  • Children Facilities
  • River Club
The River Club at Simola

The River Club at the Simola Country Estate is an entertainment area providing Simola property owners easy access to the Knysna River, it includes braai areas, sun decks and canoe harbouring facilities

Directions to the Simola Golf, Country Club & Spa, Knysna

From Plettenberg Bay / Knysna C.B.D: When leaving Knysna on the Main Street (N2), turn right into Old Cape Road (around 200m from the Waterfront Drive traffic lights).

From George / Sedgefield: Drive towards Knysna, over the white bridge, and the length of the Lagoon road. Turn left into Old Cape Road after the Welbedacht turn-off.

From the turn-off: Follow Old Cape Road away from the Lagoon for approximately 3.5km. At the traffic circle bear right (opposite the Eastford entrance) and follow the road up to the Simola Hotel entrance (approximately 2km from the circle).