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Some units in the guest house have private entrance and are fitted with desk and dressing room. Each unit has a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms include a balcony and some have mountain views. All units have a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen.

Very beautiful, spacious and inclusive of all amenities you need for a good stay. Wish I could stay longer in this gorgeous home with gorgeous views and most helpful and amazing hosts.

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9.4
Wonderful
103 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fridge, a kettle, a bath, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, units at the guest house also provide guests with free WiFi. At the guest house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels.

This place was so beautiful. Its a castle on the highest point of Knysna. The view is amazing and the accomondation is stunning. You will definitely have a good night sleep in a very luxirous enviroment. We stayed here on while making our way on the garden route and its definitely worth the money.

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9.2
Wonderful
118 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Located within 5.8 km of Knysna Heads and 6.8 km of Pezula Golf Club, Friendz Guesthouse features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Knysna. This guest house provides free private parking and full-day security. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

Clean, comfortable and spacious rooms with a great view of Knysna lagoon. We had a great night's sleep. Gracious, helpful and friendly hosts and a lovely breakfast in the morning. Great value.

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9.1
Wonderful
260 reviews
Price from
£49
per night

Set just 4.4 km from Pezula Golf Club, bWhale guest house offers accommodation in Knysna with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a 24-hour front desk. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The bed and breakfast features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests.

We came back to the bWhale guest House because we really liked our first stay there. The host familiy is very friendly, warm and made us feel at home. The breakfast was all homemade, delicious and served with love! The rooms are new, beautiful and very clean. We will sure come back to this beautiful place and to this lovely family!

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9.6
Exceptional
108 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

Offering a bar and city view, Somervreug Guesthouse is set in Knysna, 6.8 km from Knysna Forest and 8.5 km from Knysna Heads. The property has pool and garden views, and is 6.3 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate. The guest house offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Nice big room with a fantastic view, clean and comfortable. Very friendly and welcoming hostess, Wendy, who makes you feel at home. Big breakfast with more than you need!

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9.5
Exceptional
243 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Chez Pierre in Knysna features free bikes and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Among the various facilities are a garden and a terrace. The guest house features a shared lounge.

At the guest house, every room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Chez Pierre provides certain units with mountain views, and all rooms are fitted with a coffee machine. All guest rooms have a private bathroom.

Beautiful place, very friendly staff, great waffles for breakfast

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9.7
Exceptional
370 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

Set in Knysna, 30 metres from Bollard Bay Beach, One on Bollard offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Boasting a garden, the guest house is close to several noted attractions, around 1.9 km from Coney Glen Beach, 1.7 km from Knysna Heads and 1.8 km from View Point Eastern Knysna Head.

Super hosts with a lot of passion for giving guests a great time in this wonderful guest house. Lots of interesting facts and tips for things to do in the area. We also appreciated the bicycles and the kayak provided for free. Thanks, Diane and Rob, we enjoyed being your guests.

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9.9
Exceptional
246 reviews
Price from
£101
per night

The guest house specialises in a buffet and continental breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner and brunch.

Everything - this place is amazing - the view, the people, the breakfast and the service.

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9.1
Wonderful
438 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection, a property with a bar, is located in Knysna, 6.4 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, 6.8 km from Knysna Forest, as well as 9 km from Knysna Heads. Each accommodation at the 5-star guest house has lake views, and guests can enjoy access to an outdoor swimming pool and to a garden. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Absolutely everything!!! Everything was perfect and out of this world. Generosity of our hosts outstanding! Views outstanding! The room was amazing!

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9.9
Exceptional
114 reviews

Located in the Leisure Isle district of Knysna, 12onParkesLane offers accommodation in a private residential home, 3 km from Knysna Heads.

The separate guest rooms have a flat-screen TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom with shower. The units will provide guests with a fridge.

I like the place surrounded by the sea ...... Can you please have breakfast next time ...... wake up and bath then get a quick simple breakfast its 100% then hitn the road , remember the best meal is break fast ..... can you consider that please ...... the money for breakfast add on that money for bookings

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9.1
Wonderful
123 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

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Guest Houses That Travelers Love in Knysna

  • Avg. price/night: £60.26
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 400 reviews
    The host!he was great and super gentle: he prepared for us the breakfast earlier because we had to leave for a tour..so kind from him.. Wonderful breakfast:fresh fruits, yogurt,toast, cereals and muesli, muffins,coffee,tea and juice! Spacious and comfortable room.. Nice stay!
    Francesca
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £41.31
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 21 reviews
    Marius was a great host. Communication was good, knew where to go and what to expect. Everything was clean and neat with attention to detail.
    Liezl
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews
    Where to start ? It´s a beautifull and luxurious guesthouse in a quiet residential area with stunning view of the lagoon. The whole place is kept immaculately. But the real reason you shoud definitely stay here are Roeleen and Steve. You couldn´t feel more at home while on holiday. They take excellent care of their guests, can provide you with a wealth of information on things to do, but are above all just lovely and fun people. For us they are reason enough to come back to Knysna.
    Benoit
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £66.53
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 91 reviews
    Enormous and very comfortable room. Great breakfast. Charming hosts.
    John
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £78.44
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 146 reviews
    Great host, excellent breakfast and good value . Stunning views over the waterfront
    david
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £137.40
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 243 reviews
    Beautiful guesthouse with stunning lagoon views, everything was perfect very clean. The host Wendy was super friendly and helped us with an issue we had with our hire car she also recommended a beautiful restaurant to eat at. 5 star would decently stay here again.
    Belinda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £58.70
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 87 reviews
    Cozy, quiet, nature, clean, modern, great host Irina - whom also paints!
    Ethan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £56.52
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 59 reviews
    Charming hosts, great location, quiet neighbourhood with good coffee shops.
    Andrew
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £65.22
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 79 reviews
    Very modern, great location, exceptionally clean, best shower ever. Great host. Everything was just perfect.
    Liezl
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £39.01
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 82 reviews
    Quiet and organized and Brian as always a great host. Tropical and green surroundings and spacious and great value for money
    David
    Young couple

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