22 Circular Drive Paradise, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
What's nearby
Knysna Lagoon - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Knysna Waterfront - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Knysna Quays - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Thesen Island - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Featherbed Nature Reserve - 17 min drive - 14.3 km
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 check out the nearby snorkeling, 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
Hotel size
4 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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
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
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
Horse riding nearby
Skiing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
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
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at South Villa Guesthouse & Garden?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't 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 like skiing and return when the snow melts for horseback riding and snorkeling. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near South Villa Guesthouse & Garden?
Yes, there's an onsite 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
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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
21 September 2023
D
D, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 June 2023
Great stay!
Very kind owners, good location and very comfortable beds!!! Thank you!
Celine
Celine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 March 2023
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 January 2023
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
Keneilwe, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2023
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
Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 January 2023
You get what you pay for
Ido
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
04 January 2022
The hosts were very welcoming and friendly.
View from the balcony is also amazing.
Arnaud
Arnaud, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2021
Darryn
Darryn, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
04 March 2020
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
03 March 2020
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
Vikki, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 February 2020
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
Verified traveller
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 December 2019
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
Charlie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 December 2019
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.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
02 December 2019
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
Jasvinder Kaur, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 November 2019
The hosts at this property are fabulous, kind friendly and make you wam
Not to visit again . Ronnie and Thelma make the visit memorable.
Verified traveller
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 November 2019
All good. Easy to find.
Hosts could not have been more friendly.
Warm welcome and great stay.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 November 2019
Michel
Michel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
04 November 2019
Faultless
Excellent place, comfortable room, very helpful
hosts and a great breakfast.
Jens
Jens, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 October 2019
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3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2019
Great stay!
Pietro
Pietro, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 March 2019
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
Paul, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 March 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 February 2019
Excellent
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
04 December 2018
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
09 April 2018
. 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.