Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Property class: 5 and above
Luxury guesthouse in Knysna with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Adjacent to a golf course, Head over Hills Luxury Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Knysna. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features of this luxurious guest house include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
$324 nightly
The current price is $372 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Room options

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View all photos for Room (Dolphin)

A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, a large window with a view of the sea, and a mounted picture of whales.

Room (Dolphin)

  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (Captain's)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

Room (Captain's)

  • Ocean view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room (Pansy Shell)

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the ocean, and a balcony with chairs.

Room (Pansy Shell)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (Oyster)

A bedroom with a large bed, checkered bedding, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a city view.

Room (Oyster)

  • Lagoon view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (Seahorse)

A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the bathroom.

Room (Seahorse)

  • Lagoon view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room (Viewpoint)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and two chairs. It features a large window with a view of a mountainous landscape.

Room (Viewpoint)

  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (Whale)

A bedroom with a bed, a checkered sofa, a red refrigerator, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean and a wooden deck.

Room (Whale)

  • Ocean view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a TV.

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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22 Glen View Drive, Coney Glen, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Knysna Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Eastern Head View Point - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Garden Route National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 9 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 36 min drive
  • George (GRJ) - 70 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Leisure Isle Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bosuns Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cornuti - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blend Country Restaurant & Pub - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

  • Adjacent to a golf course, Head over Hills Luxury Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Knysna. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features of this luxurious guest house include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • Children (11 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
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

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Reviews

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • The restaurant served very good food and the staff were very friendly. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

This was an all around amazing experience. We stayed in the whale suite which had amazing views of ocean and cliff sides. We saw a pod of dolphins before dinner. Dinner was made there by an excellent chef. Highly recommend staying here.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was fantastic. The view is breathtaking of course. The staff are all very friendly and welcoming. It was super quiet aside from the roar of the ocean in the heads which we fell asleep to every night. The food is very good too. All in all a very very enjoyable stay. Thank you.
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8/10 Very good

Great stay.

Everything was great. The food was really fantastic. The viewpoint room is advertised on Hotels.com as having a king sized bed. The bed in that room is not a king size but much smaller. We were moved to another room with a less spectacular view but we still had a great time.
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10/10 Exceptional

Venue worth to visit

Great to be back at the beautiful venue after 6 years. However the venue needs to maintain an ever doing upgrade and maintenance aa the location and rooms - which will be torn and worn after the years. Another issue - it suits better to have fresh flowers in the restaurant - than wethered leaves and flowers, as the hotel is a 5 star boutique hotel..
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente hotel, equipe muito atenciosa e cortês, instalações muito boas, limpas. Vista espetacular. Recomendo
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6/10 Good

Nur die Aussicht ist 5 Sterne. Das Zimmer wirkte schon teils sehr abgenutzt.
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10/10 Exceptional

Das Hotel ist sehr gut gelegen und einen traumhaften Blick auf die Hafenausfahrt. Wir haben viel auf dem Balkon verbracht, um diese Aussicht zu genießen. Sehr gutes Essen, man darf bestellen, was einen anmacht und sehr freundliches Personal. Besser geht es nicht, wir kommen in jedem Fall wieder.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wir waren im Zimmer mit Aussicht - super Terrasse mit super Ausblick- bestest Zimmer um morgens, Abends und auch tagsüber die Sonne zu genießen. In der Dusche wäre es sicher nötig das Silikon regelmäßig auszutauschen und somit gegen die Schimmelanfälligkeit durch die feuchte Luft zu verbessern.
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10/10 Exceptional

EXCELLEN

This is the most beautiful hotel , stunning view , friendly staff , good food who got a complimentary upgrade , will stay at Head of Heals again and again , Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect getaway, amazing views and the staff is just tooo amazing.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with a spectacular view. Loved every minute. Dinner under the stars. Breakfast on the terrace overviwkng the lagoon
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10/10 Exceptional

Ett magiskt läge, kan nog inte finnas många bättre ställen i världen.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Ocean Views in Knysna

Our room was small, but very well designed and the view was to die for. Sitting outside at night was incredible. They have larger rooms and they all have a great view. Breakfast was very good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderfull and luxury place

We were not used to before to stay at that very high standard and luxury and outstanding service with the most faboulous vies. Just outstanding. Only regrets that we didnt book more than one night.
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredible place

Beautiful room with amazing views . Very Good breakfast. We could see The Waves just from our window. I Would Like to come again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Bestes Cliff Top Boutique Hotel Afrikas

Nach sehr freundlichem Empfang verbrachten wir den Nachmittag auf der riesigen Terasse unserer Ein-Raum Elefanten-Suite bei kostenlosem Bier aus dem roten Design Smeg. Aussicht auf Knysna Bucht von dort ist ein highlight und eine der allerbesten ganz Afrikas. Hotelpreis sehr teuer aber ein must an der Gartenroute.
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10/10 Exceptional

Romantic getaway on top of the cliffs

Fantastic views from the deck, great rooms and service. Food was very good, bit strange they have rules on having your own food or snacks though (never had that at a guest house before)
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10/10 Exceptional

Phantastischer Blick von den Knysna Heads.

Wir waren 2 Tage dort. Die Aussicht ist gigantisch. Das Personal sehr freundlich und das Restaurant sehr zu empfehlen.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were super friendly and courteous. Would love to stay there again for longer!!!
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Sehr schönes Hotel in Top-Aussichtslage

Atemberaubender Blick vom Zimmer aus! Sehr schönes, gepflegtes Haus, luxoriös aber lohnend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Breathtaking

Breathtaking property and 5* + service
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

luxury hotel, very boutique and intimate. views in real are better than the photos
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The location was great, the ocean views were stunning, and we saw dolphins enjoying some play time in the afernoon. The staff and owner were very friendly and hospitable and made us feel at home from the time we arrived until we departed.
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10/10 Exceptional

Toppbetyg för Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Utmärkt hotell för avkoppling med fantastisk utsikt. Mycket trevlig och gästvänlig personal. Perfekt att det finns möjlighet att få middag på hotellet
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8/10 Very good

Location best feature

Peerless location not matched by the interior fittings. Included breakfast and optional dinner mediocre.