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Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

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Interior
Gouna Suite
Exterior
Exterior
Gouna Suite | Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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13 Watsonia Drive Paradise, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Knysna Quays
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Gouna Suite

Gouna Suite

  • Lagoon view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Materolli Suite

Materolli Suite

  • Lagoon view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Noetzie Suite

Noetzie Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lagoon view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Owner's Suite

Owner's Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lagoon view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Spitskop Suite

Spitskop Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room

Room

  • Lagoon view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Knysna

A luxury stay in Knysna awaits you at Villa Afrikana Guest Suites. Within steps you'll find Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Featherbed Boat Cruises within a 20-minute stroll. Highlights at this boutique guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 5-property class Paradise guest house include Pledge Nature Reserve and Knysna Waterfront.
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What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Garden Route National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Featherbed Boat Cruises - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Knysna Quays - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lunar Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Muse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Uptown Resto-Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at the luxury Villa Afrikana Guest Suites. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Knysna guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2007
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites offers 6 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Knysna guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and laptop-compatible safes. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2007
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Afrikana Guest Suites?

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Villa Afrikana Guest Suites?

Yep, Villa Afrikana Guest Suites has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Villa Afrikana Guest Suites?

The closest beach to Villa Afrikana Guest Suites is Brenton Beach (5.5 km).

Does Villa Afrikana Guest Suites have a pool?

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

What makes Villa Afrikana Guest Suites a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Villa Afrikana Guest Suites.

Does Villa Afrikana Guest Suites serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Afrikana Guest Suites?

No, Villa Afrikana Guest Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Villa Afrikana Guest Suites?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Afrikana Guest Suites?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Villa Afrikana Guest Suites?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean room with an amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lars

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

Best guest house 🏠 👌 ever

Probably the very best guesthouse I have ever stayed. Excellent service, rooms, pool, common area's and first class breakfast. It doesn't get better than this.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing 3 night stay at this beautiful property. The best service that we have ever experienced at any accommodation - all in the future will be compared to Villa Africana!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Werner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best welcoming team ever. Champagne and strawberries, afternoon tea with cake and cookies, breakfast served in the room. Balcony with a wonderful view of the bay....
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property has the best rooms and service anywhere in the world and we are very well travelled. Just superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with the most amazing view. Eating a delicious breakfast on our terrace was just heavenly. The staff here are wonderful, they couldn’t be more helpful, but never in an intrusive way. I’d like to give a special mention to Tracey who greeted us with a smile and answered all our queries. The only minor niggle for us was that after a week of travel we had planned to do our laundry here but they are not currently offering a laundry service however we did find a self service laundrette in town. If you’re thinking of booking here you will not be disappointed. I cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about this hotel. The staff were the best part. So friendly and welcoming. They waited on us hand and foot and no request was too much for them. They were just amazing and made us feel like celebrities. The room was beautiful with amazing views. Absolutely spotless as well. Thanks so much for having us!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was phenomenal. The property itself is very nice in a very nice neighborhood overlooking the bay. We were treated as good as I've ever been treated. Very clean. The staff was exceedingly friendly. They even washed our car as it was dirty. There was tea hour. Later a happy hour. They arranged dinner reservations and transportations. Definitely a five-star property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eleni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at this beautiful, boutique hotel! Our room had beautiful views, and was well equipped with all the luxuries including a small bottle of delicious sherry. The hosts and staff were wonderful and accommodating. The breakfast was very good and there was also afternoon tea and happy hour in the main lounge. Why stay at boring hotels when you can stay at these unique special places. We will be back ! Thank you Ross and Bianca and the entire staff !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanna Dis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastisk sted. Fin utsikt.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wunderschönes Hotel mit hervorragendem und liebenswertem Service.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unser Aufenthalt war besonders schön. Das Personal leistet hervorragende Arbeit wir waren wirklich begeistert!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriano

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

otimo

otima localização, atendimento, limpeza e instalações
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Unterkunft , toller Service unglaublich nettes und bemühtes Personal.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Urs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Seit Jahren von Bianca und Rossano geführtes Hotel, super motivierte Mitarbeiter
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

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

Exemplo de Hotel Boutique

Hospitalidade incrível, localização privilegiada, quarto espaço e com tudo de alta qualidade. Excelente escolha!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Zimmer sind wunderschön... Die Lage ist top ! Das Personal extrem gut geschult, zuvorkommend, freundlich und äusserst professionell ! Wir waren 2 Nächte da.. und können Diese Unterkunft uneingeschränkt weiter empfehlen ! Bei unserem nächsten Aufenthalt in Knysna buchen wir wieder die Villa Afrikana. Nochmals herzlichen Dank für den super tollen Service... wir haben unseren Aufenthalt enorm genossen. Sven & Françoise - Switzerland
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Urs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Immer wieder perfekt, bin seit 10 Jahren immer wieder bei Bianca und Ross, einfach fantastisch
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Urs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Immer wieder gerne in Villa Afrikana, es passt einfach alles, Bianca und Rossano sind sehr liebenswerte Personen
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christo

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

Honeymoon week at villa afrikana

The stay was exceptional in the sense that the hosts really care about your day. Everything was so clean and the breakfast was simply world class. We also loved the view of knysna everyday. Seriously the best view in town. We had our honeymoon there and we were treated with absolute TLC all the way.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous Afro-Contemporary property with fantastic views, superb service, great food and excellent rooms. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing property, fabulous staff, couldn’t do enough for us. Views to die for. Can’t wait to come back again !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Knysna é linda e Vila Afrikana é uma excelente escolha pra curtir a cidade. Todos da equipe e o dono são extremamente atenciosos e simpáticos. Adoramos.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

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

Estrutura incrível e atendimento impecável

A Villa Afrikana foi, sem dúvida, uma surpresa indispensável em viagem à África do Sul e à famosa rota dos jardins. O ambiente e a estrutura do hotel são modernos e com uma decoração elegante. O atendimento de todos os funcionários foi extraordinário, mas com destaque especial à funcionária Blousy. Todos foram sempre muito atenciosos e preocupados com cada detalhe da nossa estadia em Knysna. Mais incrível ainda é a vista do hotel para a Knysna, o que torna a estadia no hotel e na cidade ainda mais surpreendentes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019