For Cape Town locals itching for a getaway that’s equal parts scenic and delicious, Knysna’s Turbine Hotel & Spa is calling.
Sure, the Mother City has its fair share of foodie haunts, but sometimes the soul craves lagoon views, small-town charm, and menus that surprise without the city’s hustle.
This September, The Turbine is giving Cape Town travellers the perfect excuse to point their cars east and roll into Knysna for a taste of something special.
Pub Grub with Personality at The Gastro Pub 🍔🍺
- Settle in at the Gastro Pub, where comfort food gets a gourmet upgrade. Wednesdays mean fish & chips done right – golden batter, tartar sauce, and a generous helping of chips for R140. Saturdays? That’s burger day, featuring their signature Gastro Beef Burger stacked with beef, onion marmalade, bacon, and cheddar for only R120. And because weekends are made for fun, Friday’s Happy Hour (18:00–19:00) means buy-one-get-one-free on all drinks (except cocktails). It’s the kind of vibe every Cape Town barfly dreams of.
A Taste of Knysna at Island Café 🥘🍷
- For those who prefer a sit-down affair, Island Café serves up comfort with style. Mondays bring a smoky kick with the home-smoked chicken wrap & chips for just R80. Wednesdays double down with another round of that irresistible fish & chips (yes, it’s that good). Thursdays are all about variety with flatbreads at R75, and Sundays slow things down with the kind of dish that feels like home – a hearty Hunter’s Pie with venison, mushrooms, and beer for R145.
Think of it as the perfect foodie road trip: cruise down the Garden Route, check into Knysna’s chic boutique gem, and eat your way through the week with dishes that balance comfort, creativity, and unbeatable value. Pair it with a spa treatment at The Turbine, and suddenly you’ve got yourself a mid-September reset that’s worlds away from the city grind.
📅 Specials run until 30 September 2025
📍 The Turbine Hotel & Spa, Knysna
☎️ +27 (0)44 050 3500
🌐 www.turbinehotel.co.za
TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna
+27 44 050 3500
book@turbinehotel.co.za
