Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort, Brenton-on-Sea ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

198 Cr Swart Drive, Brenton-on-Sea, South Africa, 6570

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort offers self-catering accommodation with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean in the picturesque suburb of Brenton-on-Sea, Knysna. The resort features well-appointed luxury suites and beachfront homes, providing a unique experience where unspoilt nature meets luxury. Guests can enjoy an onsite restaurant, a deli-style café, and a semi-heated outdoor pool, adding to the resort's appeal.

Location

Situated in Brenton-on-Sea, the resort is only a 15-minute drive from Knysna's center, providing ease of access to local amenities. It is also conveniently located 40 minutes from Plettenberg Bay and 45 minutes from George International Airport. The surrounding beauty features lush fynbos and rolling sand dunes, making it a popular holiday destination in South Africa.

Rooms

Brenton Haven offers 26 free-standing self-catering Beach Homes in various designs with direct beach access. Each suite features spacious open plan living areas, breathtaking ocean views, and large bathrooms with rain showers. The units come equipped with a fully equipped kitchen and private decks, perfect for relaxation and entertaining with braai facilities.

Eat & Drink

The resort's Butterfly Blu restaurant boasts stunning sea views and serves a variety of delectable dishes, including exciting items from their winter menu. Guests can enjoy a casual dining experience at the deli café, which complements the laid-back atmosphere of the resort. Signature cocktails crafted by proud mixologists feature fresh ingredients, enhancing the dining experience.

Leisure & Business

Guests at Brenton Haven can engage in a range of recreational activities, including direct ocean access for beach walks and swimming. The semi-heated outdoor pool is perfect for relaxing, while the on-site gym provides ample equipment for workouts. Nearby, the Garden Route offers trails for hiking and mountain biking, offering outdoor adventures amidst stunning natural scenery.

“The location of Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort is perfect for beach lovers, with direct access to the serene Brenton Bay and just a short drive to Knysna.”view full review

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“A beautiful beachfront destination with great amenities.” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.4)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-17:00

from 08:00-10:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Other information

A full breakfast is served at the price of ZAR 220 per person per day.

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:34

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior One-Bedroom Suite

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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One-Bedroom Villa

Max:

2 persons

50 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Two-Bedroom Villa

Max:

4 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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City Centre

Brenton-on-Sea700 m

Airports

Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) 48.6 km

George (GRJ) 73.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Views!

“Dining at the resort's restaurant was a highlight, where I enjoyed exquisite meals accompanied by amazing views of the ocean.” view full review

Spotless & Functional

“My apartment was impeccably clean and functional, featuring a fully stocked kitchen and a private bedroom that made my stay comfortable.” view full review

Relaxing Walks

“I loved exploring the beautifully landscaped grounds, which offered stunning viewpoints for admiring the ocean while enjoying peaceful walks.” view full review

Fully Equipped Kitchen

“The fully stocked kitchen in my apartment allowed me to prepare my meals effortlessly, making my stay feel like a home away from home.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Private beach
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Table tennis

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Plunge pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

198 Cr Swart Drive, Brenton-on-Sea, South Africa, 6570

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198 Cr Swart Drive, Brenton-on-Sea, South Africa, 6570

City landmarks

Nature reserve

Featherbed Nature Reserve

2.1 km

Brenton Blue Butterfly Nature Reserve

1.8 km

Beach

Brenton Beach

2.1 km

The coast of the city

Knysna Lagoon

2.9 km

Coney Glen Road

Knysna Heads

3.8 km

242 State President C R Swart Rd

Brenton On Sea Beach

2.1 km

Brenton on Sea

The Lost Plot

2.1 km

Benton on Sea View point

2.6 km

Park

View point Eastern Knysna Head

3.8 km

Beach

Bollards Bay Beach

3.3 km

Bollard Bay

3.3 km

Beach

Leisure Isle

3.3 km

The Parking Shed

The Motorcycle Room

3.8 km

Knysna Central

Margaret's Viewpoint

3.5 km

Mall

Knysna Waterfront

4.2 km

TH 2 Long Street Thesen Harbour Town

Jandreart Studio

3.9 km

Belvidere Manor Houseroad

3.6 km

TH44 Long St

Ocean Odyssey Whale Watching Knysna

3.7 km

12 Kingsway Leisure Isle

Leisure Isle Gallery

3.9 km

Leisure Island

3.7 km

Eastern Heads Views

3.7 km

Shop Th24 Saffron Street

Scootours

3.7 km

Knysna River

3.7 km

151 Links Dr

Steenbok Nature Reserve

3.8 km

Sawtooth Lane

Turbine Water Club

3.8 km

163 Walker Dr

Buffalo Bay Beach

4.5 km

Island

Thesen's Island

3.9 km

Belvidere

3.9 km

Skuilte Private Nature Reserve

4.9 km

Nearby

Beach

Brenton Beach

350 m

242 State President C R Swart Rd

Brenton On Sea Beach

350 m

Brenton on Sea

The Lost Plot

350 m

Restaurants

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort Knysna

60 m

198 State President C R Swart Rd

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

68%

liked the resort and would come back again

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

8.4

Location

9.4

Service

6.0

Dining

5.0

Brad

United States, January 2025

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the plus side, the rooms were incredibly spacious and clean, with lovely views. The location was great, very quiet and close to the beach, perfect for a relaxing getaway. However, the service left a lot to be desired; I encountered some unhelpful staff and my dining experience was quite disappointing, especially at breakfast. Overall, it's a decent stay, but some improvements are definitely needed.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very spacious, clean, and comfortable, and offered a nice view that made my stay enjoyable.

Service

5.0

Unfortunately, the service was not ideal. Some staff members were unhelpful and made the experience a bit frustrating.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is fantastic; it's very quiet, yet just a short walk to the beach, perfect for a few days of relaxation.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing, especially breakfast, which lacked variety and quality, given that I paid extra for it.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but nothing exceptional stood out during my stay.

Richard

United States, November 2024

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay overall, with the hotel offering clean, modern rooms and stunning views. The location was perfect, being quiet yet still close to a beautiful beach. The staff were friendly and helpful, but the dining experience was lacking, especially for breakfast. There were a few issues, including limited dining options, but the great amenities and value for money made up for it.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very comfortable, well-equipped with a kitchenette, and had amazing views. Everything was clean, and the layout with a sitting area and balcony was perfect.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and more than willing to help with any queries. However, I felt like some of them seemed a little detached at times.

Location

10.0

The location is absolutely breathtaking, offering direct access to the beach and beautiful scenery. It’s quiet, which is great for relaxation, but still close enough for lovely morning walks.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing as breakfast options were limited and didn’t cater to different dietary needs.

Facilities

8.0

Amenities like the pool and Wi-Fi were good, adding to the comfortable stay, although the dining facilities need improvement.

Martin

United States, October 2024

6.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location is perfect, right by the beach, which I loved, and the rooms offered great views and were adequately equipped. However, the service really let me down; it felt unprofessional and slow, especially at checkout. The dining situation was disappointing, considering the extra cost for breakfast. Overall, while the beach access was fantastic, the service and dining aspects need a lot of improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were neat and offered a lovely view looking at the sea, which was a real treat. They had everything we needed and even free Wi-Fi, which was a plus.

Service

5.0

The service was mostly unprofessional, particularly at checkout. They were slow and forgot about our orders, and even refused to assist when there was an issue with our booking.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, right by the beach and very quiet, which made for a relaxing getaway. I enjoyed lovely walks on the beach, and I even saw dolphins surfing in the waves.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing; we were told it was a buffet but only found scrambled eggs, and the kitchen staff were quite rude when I asked for a fried egg.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had decent amenities, but nothing particularly stood out.

Robert

United States, September 2024

7.0/10

The hotel is in a lovely location, just steps away from the beach, which is perfect for those who enjoy scenic walks and relaxing by the ocean. The rooms were extremely neat and offered a fantastic view. The service, while friendly, could be more professional, particularly at check-out. Dining was a letdown as the breakfast options were severely limited and not worth the extra cost. Overall, it's a comfortable stay but has room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The room was extremely neat and had a great view. However, being directly above the restaurant, it could get a bit noisy at times.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and provided great service, but I did notice some unprofessionalism during check-out, which took away from the overall experience.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, right by the beach, allowing for beautiful walks and relaxation. Though it can be a bit noisy due to public access, the picturesque atmosphere makes it worth it.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was quite poor, especially since we paid extra for breakfast. It was advertised as a buffet, but the selection was minimal, and my request for a fried egg was met with rudeness.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities like the pool were nice and well-maintained, which added to the comfort of our stay.

Joseph

United States, August 2024

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On one hand, the location is stunning, right by the beach with beautiful views, and the rooms were clean and comfortable, making for a pleasant stay. On the other hand, the dining experience was quite disappointing, especially given the price we paid. The service was hit or miss, and while some staff were friendly, others seemed less accommodating. Overall, it's a lovely place with potential; just be mindful of the dining options.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, offering great views of the sea.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and helpful, but some issues took longer to resolve than expected.

Location

10.0

The location was fantastic, just steps away from the beach and perfect for lovely walks.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a letdown, as the buffet options were extremely limited and overpriced.