A wonderful stay with lovely people We stopped here for just one night but it was an excellent choice. THE SERVICE Dieter & Tina immediately made us feel welcome on arrival and gave us a little tour of their place. Our first trip to Knysna and we had limited time so Dieter helped us chose the best places to visit the next day and recommended a restaurant for dinner (it was also fantastic). They even arranged the cab to take us there and bring us back. THE LODGE The room was clean and comfortable and nicely decorated. Everything you need in there from coffee and tea to DSTV and free fast wifi throughout the place. They had the real fire burning in the evening as it was a little cool at this time of year - was lovely to sit in the living room by it. Breakfast was also great with tea, coffee, juice, cereals, yoghurt, cheese, bacon & eggs, toast, etc... everything you could want. THE LOCATION The lodge is on top of a hill with a wonderful view over the lagoon. The living room and deck look over the lagoon for wonderful sunset views. It was easy to find, just outside Knysna, just watch out for the steep driveway :) I'm sure we'll return one day and have already told our family about this place. A definite find.

I like this B&b quite and clean. Tina and her husband are very friendly. My room was amazing but they have some rooms with a small kitchen(little stove and macrowave)

Stayed in the B&B for two nights while visiting Knysna. It's a bit farther from the centre. In the winter you'll need a car to go to the restaurant but in summer you could go for a walk. The views are beautiful, you can see the Knysna heads and a big part of Knysna as well. There's a comfy living room in which you can enjoy the view. Service was great. Breakfast has all the important options. The rooms are very nice as well. Both fans and heaters are available for every situation. Lots of folders are available and the staff will help you sort out your days/activities. Which was very helpful to me!

Very poor room not clean shower dirty no breakfast facilities as advertised had to ask for coffee hosts not there whole of Sunday had to wait for them to ask for sugar n milk pool was closed asked me what time I'm checking out cos they wanted to leave by 9-30 normal checkout is 10 you cannot ask guests check out time worst place I've stayed in knysna we go twice or thrice a year to knysna

I have never stayed at the Panorama Lodge, but this guest house is in my neighbourhood and I know the owners. Tina and Dieter are originally from Germany and therefor speaks fluent German and English (no Afrikaans). You can also be sure of getting personal attention. I would say the most challenging thing about the Panorma Lodge is parking. The driveway is very steep. Because, however, Panorma is high up on a hill it has undisturbed views and from the outside area you can enjoy breathtaking sunsets. Fisher Haven is a small and very quiet suburb on the outskirts of Knysna. The only cars you will hear are those of the people living in the area. Panorma has a couple (3) outside cottages, a flat and rooms inside the house. The swimming pool is kept in a immaculate condition and the garden area is well kept. Unfortunately I cannot comment on the breakfast, but knowing Tina that should be very good. The guest house is about 5 km from town and you cannot quickly pop into a shop. You have to drive since it is not close to town. Panorama is close to the Knysna Life private hospital, the Advance day hospital and other medical facilities. Own transport is highly recommended.

I am so disappointed in 2020 I booked in this BnB and I paid deposit I couldn't make it because it was that time of covid 19 very strong Garden Route was in hot spot now my problem is the owner is giving me stories when I need my refund he is telling me that is bankrupt

Beautiful location and delicious breakfast. The owners are very friendly and keen on giving advice on where to go and what to do. The beds are comfy and bathrooms fully equipped.

The rooms had everything you probably have in your own room if not more , which is great, the manager/owner made us feel welcomed and told us everything we can do in Knysna in our leisure time and we had the opportunity to have breakfast with people from Germany twice which was great even though we didn't understand half what they said 😅 i would say the only negative was the parking but for an experienced driver it should be easy , but i would definitely go back one day mainly because of the manager being so kind and welcoming.

Great place with an amazing view across the bay. And Dieter, the host, has great insights to share about South Africa. Highly recommended!