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The Phantom Forest Eco-Reserve

Phantom Pass Knysna 6552, Knysna 6570, South Africa
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The Phantom Forest Eco-Reserve
Ranked #4 of 29 hotels in Knysna
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Cape Town Central, South Africa
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This place is simply perfect. Upon arrival, we were collected by a driver who escorted us high into the lush, green mountain, where the lodge is based. Our bags miraculously found their way to our room, while we were welcomed at the reception area. Every member of staff was extremely professional and attentive and our tree-house room surprised us with... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

We stayed here for 2 night on our honeymoon in one of the upper tree houses, it was an amazing experience, the food was exceptional and the rooms were wonderfully decorated, i would go back in a heartbeat

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Winnipeg, Manitoba
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

This resort provided amazing and creative vegan meal options (including more than one choice!), for dinner and for an amazing picnic basket they prepared for us one day. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Would be great if there was more wildlife to see within the forest where the lodge is located, but the staff advised me that they... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Phantom Forest presents a fantasy, forest location! We spent out honeymoon here and were just wowed by friendly service, delightful, tasteful decor and a private forest setting that just didn't disappoint. The Morrocan upper deck was a delightful surprise and we relaxed at the pool with great views of the Knysna lagoon. Dinners at Phantom were a taste sensation of... More

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Melbourne, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Not much more to add to all the amazing reviews below. The rooms are wonderful, stay as long as you can, dinner isn't 6 courses but you don't mind at all. Highlight of a pretty long trip and I would go back in a hearbeat.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

We got screwed. We stayed only 1 night because we didnt understand what we were going to witness. This place is heaven in Knysna. We took the cheapest room there and it felt like we got the presidential suite. The toast bread that they use to make sandwiches are so good im still dreaming of them. There is a 6-course... More

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Colchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

An exceptional treat is awaiting you if you book in to the Phantom Forest Eco Reserve. The accommodation is very special with indoor and outdoor bathrooms on private, tree top suites. The service and food were excellent. The eco approach felt very genuine with the reserve blending seamlessly with the environment. A masterpiece of South African development.

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South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013 via mobile

Having originally gotten engaged at the Phantom Forest 2 years ago we decided to celebrate our 2nd wedding anniversary -this time for dinner only - at this very special and memorable location, hoping that it would have remained as we'd left it. In a nutshell it was perfect, once again! Upon arrival at the Eco lodge we were collected and... More

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Cape Town, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013 via mobile

This was our 2nd stay at Phantom Forest and we definitely weren't disappointed! The rooms are just unbelievable - from the bath with the view into the forest to the four poster bed - everything is just perfection. The relaxation begins from the moment you walk into reception and then do that leisurely stroll through the forest to your room.... More

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Knysna, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

Treat yourself whether you think there's an occasion or not, it's worth it. A magical setting high up in the forest overlooking the Knysna estuary. The service and food are outstanding and the menu created each night is imaginative. Be warned, bring your wallet. It is not cheap but worth it.

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Also Known As:
The Phantom Forest Eco-Reserve Hotel
The Phantom Forest Eco-Reserve Hotel Knysna
Phantom Forest Eco Reserve Knysna
The Phantom Forest Eco Reserve
Address: Phantom Pass Knysna 6552, Knysna 6570, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Knysna
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#3 Romantic Hotels in Knysna
Price range (per night): S$345 - 377

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