A short walk from the Rex Hotel will deliver guests to the waterfront area, one of the most popular locations for shopping and dining. The hotel is also proximate to such attractions as several nature reserves and the Transport Museum. From the Rex Hotel, it is approximately 250 miles to Cape Town where there is a large international airport. Guests may fly from that city to Knysna or make the journey by road or rail from George.

Guestrooms at the Rex Hotel are provided with kitchenettes. There are 30 units available in total. Each of the rooms also features wireless Internet connectivity and minibars.

There is a host of amenities onsite at the Rex Hotel. This facility is provided with a fitness center and offers shopping right on the premises. The hotel offers its guests a breakfast every morning compliments of the establishment. There is a restaurant located at the facility.