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The Rex Hotel

4.0 of 5
8 Gray Street, Knysna 6571, South Africa
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Glasgow
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

We booked a suite as we were staying for three nights from Monday 15th April and really appreciated the extra space. Our well appopinted suite looked on to the atrium and was very quiet. The hotel is well sited just two blocks from the Waterfront and safe to walk to in the evening for restaurants, boat trips etc. The bed... More

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Rabigh, Saudi Arabia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

This Apt hotel is one of the best I ever stayed in not only in South Africa but most of the places I went to I stayed in two bedroom apt. and it was huge and decorated great, Beds were comfortable and the room is cleaned daily the hotel breakfast was nice and you need to try the pancakes over... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Value for money, ultra modern with open bathrooms, mood lighting and great service. as the pictures show the room is very modernly decorated. we rented a 2 bedroom apartment for 6 nights. were were two adults with two teenaged children. please do use this resort and their sister properties. aha.com. they are value for money.

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Madison, WI
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6 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

We were pleasantly surprised when we were taken to our room to see that it was actually a full suite! There was a full kitchen and living room, and it reminded us more of a condo than a hotel room. I enjoyed the full bathtub as well. The location couldn't have been better, and it was just a short walk... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

What lovely rooms. We were very happy with the decor and facilities. It was absolutely more than value for our money. We had a few issues with the cleaning of the kitchen equipment but they were promptly addressed with an apology. The service was excellent and we would definitely return. We didn't try the restaurant since it was a self... More

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Heemskerk, the Netherlands
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15 hotel reviews
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013 via mobile

It must have been a lucky shot: we booked the last available standard room via Booking.com and ended up in a beautiful one-bedroom apartment that looked more like a well-decorated condo than a hotel room. Some people have published reviews complaining about the matted transparent shower wall that could be looked into, but that is really not an issue. Impossible... More

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Ireland
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17 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

We loved our stay at the Rex. We arrived on a very wet afternoon and were so delighted when we saw our lovely room. It had a separate bedroom, and a large living room. We had a view of the lagoon from our patio. We found the room spotless and the sheets were changed daily. I loved having the large... More

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Durban, South Africa
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

Reception: Good, sorted out our room quite quickly Room: We stayed in a studio apartment. The room was absolutely lovely, very spacious. I personally loved the decor. Good comfortable big bed with separate lounge area and kitchenette. Disappointed there was no bath though! Room Service: Not so great :( Consumables weren't replenished on a daily basis. Very disappointing. Location: Great... More

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Peterborough, Canada
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73 reviews 73 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

We spent 3 nights at this B&B hotel. Our rooms ( for 7 couples and 2 singles) had been booked months before our arrival but there were issues when we arrived. Apparently this is a timeshare hotel so many of the units have 2 bedroom suites with quite huge living/dining areas. Some of our couples were assigned to a single... More

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Kolkata, India
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

Pleasantly surprised to see the facilities in this small town Hotel. Everything was superb. The whole atmosphere was so cool. Just a walking distance from the beach. Breakfast was good. Did not take lunch or dinner since there are so many good restaurants around.

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Address: 8 Gray Street, Knysna 6571, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Knysna
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette
Hotel Style:
Ranked #10 of 29 hotels in Knysna
Price range (per night): ₹ 4,788 - 17,499
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
One of Knysna’s most elegant and sophisticated accommodation offerings, The Rex Hotel promises its guests superior service and exceptional comfort. Located on the World Famous Garden Route, The Rex Hotel is one of the most exhilarating getaways in its class. Capturing the essence of four-star luxury, the impeccably appointed Rex Hotel offers travelers a gateway to world-class restaurants, blossoming forests and the shores of the serene lagoon. ... more   less 
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