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South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

4.0 star property
Upmarket guesthouse in Paradise with restaurant

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South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View (Standard Double Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi
Restaurant
Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Standard Double (Ground Floor)) | Cleanliness standards

Overview of South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

9.6

Exceptional

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
Map
22 Circular Drive Paradise, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Deluxe Double Room)

  • 36 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Double Room)

  • 20 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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)

  • 18 sq m
  • 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))

  • 28 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room

  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Paradise

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chatters - 17 min walk
  • Caffe Mario - 18 min walk
  • Anchorage Restaurant - 17 min walk
  • Persello's - 20 min walk
  • 34 South - 19 min walk

About this property

South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

South Villa Guesthouse & Garden is a great choice for a stay in Knysna. Free perks include full breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Other highlights at this upmarket guest house include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

Garden
Bicycle rentals
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Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Social distancing

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Reservations are required for the use of certain on-site facilities
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 4 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2 PM until 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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 8 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) are not allowed
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

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

  • Skiing 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

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; masks are required in public areas; reservations are required for some on-site facilities.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at South Villa Guesthouse & Garden?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
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?
You can check in from 2 PM - 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at South Villa Guesthouse & Garden and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities such as skiing. 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.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

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
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
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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
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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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