Hide Away Guest House

Adventure guesthouse with full-service spa, connected to a shopping centre, near Knysna Waterfront

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Escape to Hide Away Guest House, where the scenic views of Knysna Waterfront meet upscale comforts. Tee off with golf caddies, unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or rejuvenate at Simola Spa. With in-room WiFi and an outdoor pool with loungers, previous guests have praised this guesthouse for its serene ambiance.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Free breakfast
Gym
Spa
Pool
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
Fitness center
Beach towels
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

Refrigerator
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker

R2 640 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 01 Dec

Why we love this property

Picture-perfect setting

This property showcases classic colonial architecture while nestled in a national park. The lakeside location and garden create a picturesque natural escape.

English breakfast freebie

This guesthouse ensures a bright start to the day with complimentary English breakfast. No need to worry about the first meal of the day here.

Cosy room comforts

Slip into soft dressing gowns after a rejuvenating slumber beneath premium bedding and a down comforter. Blackout drapes ensure deep sleep.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Tomorrow

Nov 30 - Dec 1

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Lagoon View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Down duvet

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

18 sq m
1 bedroom
Lagoon view
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Executive Room, Lagoon View

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Down duvet

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

22 sq m
Lagoon view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Down duvet

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

15 sq m
1 bedroom
Lagoon view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Economy Room, Lagoon View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Down duvet

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Down duvet

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

16 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Pool
Spa
Free parking
Free WiFi

R1 467 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 01 Dec

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About the area

2 Keerom Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

Knysna Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Knysna Waterfront - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Knysna Quays - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Friday Market - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
Pezula Championship Course - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 33 min drive
George (GRJ) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬13 min walk
‪Chatters - ‬19 min walk
‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬18 min walk
‪Wimpy - ‬19 min walk
‪34 South - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Hide Away Guest House

Adjacent to a golf course, Hide Away Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Knysna. Guests can go for a swim in the outdoor pool, then visit the spa to be pampered with massages. Other highlights at this Colonial guest house include a fitness center, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 7 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
- Contactless check-in and check-out are available
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
- Contactless check-out
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
- 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 18

Children

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

Pets

- No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free secured on-site self-parking
- Limited on-site parking (max 8 spaces per unit)
- Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free English breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Snack bar/deli

What to do

Access to nearby indoor pool
Access to nearby health club
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Wildlife drive nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Beach towels
Electric bike charging stations
Bike cleaning
Bike storage
Golf caddy on site
Golf cart on site
Pool loungers

Facilities

Built in 1940
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fitness center
Adjacent to a golf course
An outdoor pool
Bicycle parking
Full-service spa
24-hour pool access
Outdoor furniture
Colonial architecture

Accessibility

Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes

Sleep well

Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding

Freshen up

Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Free bottled water

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa, Simola Spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Fees & policies

Parking

Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool open 24-hours
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hide Away Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hide Away Guest House 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.

Is there a pool at Hide Away Guest House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Are pets allowed at Hide Away Guest House?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hide Away Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hide Away Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hide Away Guest House and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing, and ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Hide Away Guest House also has a fitness center and spa services, as well as a garden and access to a nearby health club.

What's the area around Hide Away Guest House like?

Hide Away Guest House is located on the waterfront in Paradise, a short 14-minute walk from Knysna Lagoon and 17 minutes' walk from Knysna Waterfront.