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Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and spa services

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Room (Captain's) | Bathroom
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$609
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec

Explore the area

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22 Glen View Drive, Coney Glen, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastern Head View Point
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (Dolphin)

Room (Dolphin)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Room (Captain's)

Room (Captain's)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Pansy Shell)

Room (Pansy Shell)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Room (Oyster)

Room (Oyster)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Seahorse)

Room (Seahorse)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Viewpoint)

Room (Viewpoint)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Whale)

Room (Whale)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Jetted bath
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Knysna

A luxury stay in Knysna awaits you at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat. Within steps you'll find Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Eastern Head View Point within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this boutique guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .Walk-in Wine Cellar is the guest house's own wine bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Knysna guest house include Knysna Lagoon and West Head View Point.
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What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Eastern Head View Point - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Knysna Quays - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 31 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bosuns Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Butterfly Blu Restaurant - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and spa services
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Head over Hills Luxury Retreat. A round-trip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Knysna guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2004
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat offers 8 accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 54-cm Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Knysna guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and safes. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Walk-in Wine Cellar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf carts
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery release events

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 54-cm smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

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
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
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 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.

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

Is parking available at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Yep, Head over Hills Luxury Retreat has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

As of 29 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat on 6 Dec 2025 start from AU$608.78, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

The closest beach to Head over Hills Luxury Retreat is Bollard Bay (1.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Head over Hills Luxury Retreat have a pool?

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Head over Hills Luxury Retreat a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and winery tours, as well as private balconies and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat.

Does Head over Hills Luxury Retreat serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

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

Are pets allowed at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

There is a golf course next to Head over Hills Luxury Retreat.