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
Front of property
Interior
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
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Bike hire
Feel at home
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Deluxe Double Room)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Double Room)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 14 min walk
  • Knysna Waterfront - 17 min walk
  • Knysna Quays - 18 min walk
  • Thesen Island - 4 min drive
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 17 min drive

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 experience the nearby snorkelling, 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

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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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
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Required at check-in

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

    • Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

What to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

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
  • Dressing gowns and slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • 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 and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at South Villa Guesthouse & Garden?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are 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 such as skiing and return when the snow melts for horse riding and snorkelling. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near South Villa Guesthouse & Garden?
Yes, there's an on-site 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.

South Villa Guesthouse & Garden Reviews

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
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10/10 Exceptional

Jon, 1-night trip
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Faultless
Excellent place, comfortable room, very helpful hosts and a great breakfast.
Jens, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Pietro, 1-night trip
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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
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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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