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South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

4.0 star property
Paradise guesthouse with restaurant

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Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Standard Double (Ground Floor)) | Balcony view
Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Double Room) | Balcony view
Interior
Front of property
Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View (Standard Double Room) | Room amenity

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Bike rental
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Deluxe Double Room)

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Deluxe Double Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Deluxe Double Room)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 388 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Double Room)

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Double Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Double Room)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 215 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View (Standard Double Room)

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View (Standard Double Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View (Standard Double Room)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Standard Double (Ground Floor))

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Standard Double (Ground Floor)) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Standard Double (Ground Floor))

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
22 Circular Drive Paradise, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Knysna Quays - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Thesen Island - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Friday Market - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 34 min drive
  • George (GRJ) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪African Bean - ‬17 min walk

About this property

South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

South Villa Guesthouse & Garden is a great choice for a stay in Knysna. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snorkeling, and free perks include full breakfast, WiFi, and self parking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 4 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1949
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 28-inch TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

South Villa
South Villa Hotel Knysna
South Villa Knysna
South Villa Guesthouse House
South Villa Guesthouse Knysna
South Villa Guesthouse
South Villa & Garden Knysna
South Villa Guesthouse Garden
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden Knysna
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden Guesthouse
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden Guesthouse Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does South Villa Guesthouse & Garden offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, South Villa Guesthouse & Garden does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at South Villa Guesthouse & Garden?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at South Villa Guesthouse & Garden?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at South Villa Guesthouse & Garden?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at South Villa Guesthouse & Garden and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for horseback riding and snorkeling. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near South Villa Guesthouse & Garden?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around South Villa Guesthouse & Garden like?
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden is a short 14-minute walk from Knysna Lagoon and 17 minutes' walk from Knysna Waterfront.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

D, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Very kind owners, good location and very comfortable beds!!! Thank you!
Celine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

South Villa stay
The accommodation is modern, clean and lovely. The stuff are friendly and welcoming. I enjoyed my stay with South Villa guest house. I had a lovely ocen view room with a spacious balcony. I enjoyed my stay
Keneilwe, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding
A lovely 4 star guest house with beautiful views from our balcony of Knysna Heads/the sea. Crista is the most amazing hostess. Our Land Rover Defender with roof rack was too tall for the garage so she arranged for secure parking just down the road at a friend's place. As we then did not have a car, she offered to drive us to a restaurant and pick us up later. I was not feeling brilliant so she recommended a restaurant that would deliver, 34 degrees South. The food was great and she arrived with plates, cutlery etc as it arrived and we ate out on our balcony looking out at the lovely view. She could not have been more helpful and we really appreciated it. A lovely place to stay and a great location but it is the hospitality and service which we will remember.
Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

You get what you pay for
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hosts were very welcoming and friendly. View from the balcony is also amazing.
Arnaud, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Darryn, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our favourite guesthouse
South villa guest house is a delightful guest house within walking distance of many restaurants. Ronnie and Thelma the hosts could not be more helpful. Our room had a lovely balcony overlooking the lagoon. Breakfast was delicious. We stayed two nights at the South Villa guest house, and wish we could have stayed longer. Ronnie and Thelma, the hosts were very engaging, affable and informative. Ronnie gave us some excellent recommendations for local restaurants and great places to go for a sundowner. Thelma and Ronnie were also available every morning for advice and ideas of where to go and what to see around the beautiful Knysna area. Our room was lovely, the bed comfortable and the location excellent - the Waterfront and the town are within easy walking distance, approx 15 mins I cannot recommend this place highly enough. A very memorable and beautiful place to stay with wonderfully caring hosts.
Vikki, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, amazing views from the room, very personal touch from the hosts and a very very comfortable stay. Choice of breakfast on the communal balcony or your own private balcony. Decor is clean and bright and the hosts are very welcoming and helpful
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing B&B
We arrived here early and although we couldn't check in we were made fresh coffee and sherry while we waited by the lovely staff. The room was lovely and had a lovely view looking out across the ocean. Breakfast was amazing! Highly recommend!
Charlie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I own and rent 2 properties in the United States and, because of the volume of my 5-star ratings, am considered a "super-host". I pride myself in my properties and in my management of them. I understand what it takes to provide quality accommodations. What I experienced at South Villa Guesthouse put me in awe...both in the amenities and in the hospitality! The hosting could not have been more gracious and welcoming, and the facility was pristine and beautifully decorated. The breakfast we were served overlooking the town was, in itself, memorable. I can not give the entire experience a higher commendation and recommendation.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay in Knysna
Lovely clean guesthouse with comfortable well-furnished rooms. We received a very warm welcome from Ronnie and Thelma. Thank you to you all for a wonderful stay in Knysna. We will definitely return again and recommend to all!
Jasvinder Kaur, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hosts at this property are fabulous, kind friendly and make you wam Not to visit again . Ronnie and Thelma make the visit memorable.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All good. Easy to find. Hosts could not have been more friendly. Warm welcome and great stay.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Faultless
Excellent place, comfortable room, very helpful hosts and a great breakfast.
Jens, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Pietro, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The room and the property were absolutely clean and beautiful. Breakfast on the dining balcony was superb and the view overlooking the Knysna Heads was fantastic. Ronnie and Marina provided five star service throughout. Very highly recommended.
Paul, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

. A great lication
A great experience beautiful accommodation a room overlooking supertubes what more could you want Cynthia could not. Do enough for us an excellent host breakfast was also good Well worth the.
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