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Hide Away Guest House

4.0 star property
4-star Colonial guest house near Knysna Waterfront, connected to a shopping center

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Executive Room, Lagoon View
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2 Keerom Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Quays
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Lagoon View

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Lagoon View

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

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

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Lagoon View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room, Lagoon View

Executive Room, Lagoon View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lagoon view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

  • Lagoon view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Room, Lagoon View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Knysna

Paradise stay.With a stay at this Paradise guesthouse, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Knysna Waterfront and 6 miles (10 km) of Simola Golf Course. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Brenton Beach and Featherbed Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Garden Route National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Knysna Quays - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pezula Championship Course - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lunar Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Muse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪34 South - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Hide Away Guest House

4-star Colonial guest house near Knysna Waterfront, connected to a shopping center
Hide Away Guest House offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hide Away Guest House. You'll have access to the indoor pool and health club at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Knysna guesthouse.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1940
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hide Away Guest House offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Knysna guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hide Away Guest House

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hide Away Guest House to the airport?

Hide Away Guest House is 21.8 mi (38-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hide Away Guest House?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hide Away Guest House on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $132, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hide Away Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hide Away Guest House.

How close is Hide Away Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 8.8 mi (28-min drive) from Brenton Beach and 5.2 mi (18-min drive) from Bollard Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hide Away Guest House offer free breakfast?

Hide Away Guest House offers free English breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hide Away Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Hide Away Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hide Away Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Hide Away Guest House have a pool?

Hide Away Guest House features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does Hide Away Guest House have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Simola Spa, where you can enjoy massages.

How close is Hide Away Guest House to downtown Knysna?

Hide Away Guest House is 0.8 mi away from Knysna.

Hide Away Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 208 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good secure parking, nice recently renovated rooms, proper breakfast and a nice small plunge pool
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and efficient. Beautiful views of the Bay; very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and the property was beautiful! Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were super nice place has great views very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top accomodation and such lovely Hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cecil and Colleen who were our hosts were so friendly and helpful, and our Premier Room's sea view from our room and private balcony was superb. Breakfasts were so enjoyable, with a good choice of cold and cooked food. Parking was also great and secure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, well-appointed place with a very helpful host!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and comfortable. Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean and friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were welcomed warmly and given lots of suggestions for enjoying the area. The room was spacious and beautifully appointed in a clean modern style as were the common rooms for breakfast and lounging. Breakfast was delicious and made to order. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S G

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I have just had 5 nights at this fantastic guest house. From the welcome on the steps by Colleen and Cecil, to our leaving today, it has been exceptional in every department. The decor, space, breakfast, attention to detail and a tremendous knowledge of the area shared by Coleen. Anyone wanting to visit in this lovely area could not have a better accommodation ti stay in. 10/10 👍
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend.

A lovely room with stunning views. Lovely hosts who were very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly owners...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super stay at the Hide Away

We had a fabulous stay and were made very welcome. Colleen gave us great restaurant recommendations and kindly made reservations too. All of the restaurants were excellent. Our room was very comfortable with excellent views. The lounge area was great for evening card games with friends. Cecil makes a really tasty breakfast, the eggs were super!! Thanks Cecil 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Das Zimmer war sehr schön und hatte einen tollen Blick auf die Lagune. Alles war sehr sauber und die Ausstattung war von guter Qualität. Sehr gutes Frühstück. Die Lage ist auch sehr gut, nicht weit zum Zentrum oder Hafenviertel mit Gaststätten und Geschäften.
Blick aus dem Zimmer
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schitterend

Prachtige kamer met uitzicht op de baai, gloednieuw, heel net. Was uitstekend. Veel informatie van de gastvrouw ontvangen. Een absolute aanrader
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jürgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bis auf das es laut ist von der strasse ganz hervorragend
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommend Knysna Stay (Karel & Mariska)

We had such a lovely stay at Hide Away Guest House Knysna. We felt such a warm welcome on our arrival there. Stunning room and oh that view of the lagoon is just breathtaking. And on top of all, delicious breakfast served every morning. We definitely recommend them to each and everyone x
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

BRICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La Guest house est top, la vue sur le lagon également et la maîtresse de maison est très accueillante. Seul petit bémol, nous avons été un peu déçu par Knysna
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schöne Lage, großes Zimmer, super freundliches Personal
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Knysna Classic

Colleen and Cecil were always available, friendly and helpful with tips about restaurants and site-seeing. The house was built in 1940 and is opposite the Knysna lagoon, just next to the N2 Highway on the way into/out of town. The house was classily decorated but the room had air conditioning, electric blankets, espresso machine, outdoor sitting area on the veranda and views of the heads. Breakfast was nice with plunger coffee, cheeses, eggs, muesli, fruit and juice. A lovely couple interested in current events and filling us in on their part of the world.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, nothing to dislike, great host, excellent recommendations of places to visit and eat/drink. Very comfortable bed, stunning views from our balcony. Nice breakfasts and good conversation with the host Colleen, wouldn't hesitate to recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Tamar

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

not recommend!

If I need to look for a place to stay I will choose another place. The picture are elusion. No value for your money The place are old. The room smells old There is no a private balcony as the picture. No privacy at all!!!The forget to worth the the most busy road N2 it’s in a front of the room and it’s very crowded from the cars. It’s difficult to sleep. No hot weather . It’s not worth the money.!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Colleen and Cecil made us very welcome at the guest house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

LINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I thought that the property was more secluded rather than being a short distance from the main road. The room was very pleasant as was our hostess. The area was very nice and easy walking distance from the tourist areas. As a general comment on the garden route I would not recommend it and am surprised that it is so highly reviewed. I was very disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cornelis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

heel comfortabel

Ik was hier drie nachten. een prachtige accommodatie en een mooie omgeving. het echtpaar dat het guesthouse runt heeft een heel aangename prettige en professionele toewijding. het was een genot kennis met hen te maken en hun gastvrijheid te ervaren. heel plezierig.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019