10 Watsonia Drive, Paradise, 6571 Knysna, South Africa
#4 of 93 B&Bs and Inns in Knysna
Guests' ChoiceBased on 78 hotel reviews
9.8Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
10.0
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.9
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 April 2025
Mark
South AfricaNothing
Great welcome, super luxury, great staff - MUST VISIT!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 18 April 2025
Oliver
United KingdomNA
The room was beautifully decorated with an amazing view. Everyone on the team was super friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was delicious. I would highly recommend TheBloem
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Shahil
South AfricaDue to us having to checkout before sunrise, the Breakfast pack prepared by Jossy was exceptional! She made our stay an absolute dream! We will definitely be visit again. Everything about the accommodation was excellent!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 7 March 2025
Gavin
South AfricaThe layout and location of the room. The excellent facilities are high end and the service was 1st class!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 5 March 2025
Louise
United KingdomNothing! All perfect
5 star service with a personal friendly feel. We loved how relaxing this stay was and how accommodating the staff were. A shout out to Jossy, Constance, Lovemore and of course Bianca! The special extras in the day and night made our stay one to remember. 100% booking this place again.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 12 February 2025
John
United KingdomParking was a little tight, but I’m struggling to find anything to be constructive about
The staff, the view, breakfast, the comfort. Spotlessly clean, looked brand new.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 8 January 2025
Annelize
South AfricaBreakfast was delicious and perfect pairing.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 30 December 2024
Ruchika
United StatesNothing
Amazing hosts, super clean property. Hospitality was top notch, very accommodating.. fabulous breakfast, phenomenal views
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2024
Nathan
United KingdomThe staff were amazing and couldn’t do enough for us.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2024
Rethabile
South AfricaThe fact that I had to leave. :(
This was honestly one of the best accommodations that I have stayed in. Views - amazing. Staff - generous. Rooms - exceptional. I look forward to coming back!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 14 December 2024
Julian
United KingdomNothing
Immaculate property, with such attention to detail and exceptional staff.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 14 December 2024
Stewart
United KingdomThe accommodation, the staff, the incredible attention to detail, the generous welcome.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 3 December 2024
Jo
United KingdomThis seems harsh abd it would not stop me returning but the sinks in the rooms looked very nice but were impractical, spraying water and too shallow. Also, I would really hVe appreciated a hand rail on the pool,we improvised with chair. I have arthritis and the Drop down into the pool was difficult but would have been fine with a hand rail tbh
Gorgeous accommodation with excellent staff who cannot do enough for you. The pre dinner drinks "happy hour" was a revelation as was the various treats in our room after returning from dinner. Also loved the copious free mineral water in the room and the fruit platters. Made us feel very cared for!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 23 October 2024
Chitalu
ZambiaNone
Honestly speaking I loved everything about Thebloem.My spouse and I will definitely love to come back again. Our Host Bianca and all her workers Josie,Constance and everyone else had the great hospitality and they made us feel at home.Keep up the good work.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 6 October 2024
Alessandra
United KingdomMaybe as a suggestion some indirect lights and make up light station would be great. But that didn’t detract from our experience.
Jossy gave us the warmest welcome and was so attentive. Absolutely amazing. We had breakfast on our terrace and it was wonderful. Attention to detail was incredible.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 30 September 2024
Thandi
South AfricaNothing. Just too short a stay
The service was 5star… the people. The whole team was just amazing. Attention to detail is on another level. Jozzy and Constance could go for being the same person. Their personalities and care and passion is on another level. Actually the whole team. The place is out of this world. I’d like to give a score higher than 10 please 🙋🏽♀️. The little gestures after a day out. Chocolates and flowers… a celebratory breakfast for my partner was just a cherry on top. More than we expected.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 22 September 2024
Xolisile
South AfricaNone.
The property is beautiful and the host was able to cater for our last minutes changes. The best part of the property was the staff, absolute outstanding and very patient with my little kids.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Wandile
South AfricaBreakfast turnaround time could’ve been better
The staff were exceptional and fantastic location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Des
IrelandAbsolutely nothing.😀
Incredible attention to detail. Wonderful decor backed up by impeccable service. Fantastic hosts & staff. Definitely the Number 1 for luxury accommodation and service in Knysna.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Reena
United KingdomThe hosts upgraded our room which was a lovely touch. They went above and beyond for us and all the little touches made our stay extra special. We loved it!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Jill
South AfricaA real treat! Such a wonderful experience, amazing staff and real 5 star service! The little extras like a treat for our anniversary and making us a dinner booking were wonderful, will definitely recommend The Bloem to anyone looking for a superb venue and experience!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Anne
United KingdomNot one single thing, it was absolutely perfect.
Really comfortable, exceptionally high standards and very attentive service, giving a perfect balance of providing exactly what you need without being intrusive.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Pfeifer
United KingdomEverything. So much attention to detail. Every decoration piece of art and furniture were perfectly matched. The bedding was amazing and beautiful big bathroom
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Lucia
ItalyNothing we did not like!!!!
Absolutely everything!!! Everything was perfect and out of this world. Generosity of our hosts outstanding! Views outstanding! The room was amazing!
Stayed in January 2024
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