Hidden gems: Guest houses in Knysna

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Knysna. This list contains 31 places from Guest house category.

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Double Dutch B & B
Bed & breakfast
Laid-back rooms with minifridges, plus a sundeck, an outdoor pool and a lounge with a fireplace.
$97/night
5.00 (52 reviews) (~0.24 km from centre)
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Castle on the Heads
Guest house
5.00 (8 reviews) (~6.1 km from centre)
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Chez Pierre Knysna
Guest house
👍👍 We really enjoyed staying here. Our room was a good size & full of light. The building is charming, the host is wonderful, breakfast is excellent (& includes a sample of Pierre's famous waffles). The location is perfect: initially we didn't want to stay on Leisure Island because then we'd have to dr...
$93/night
4.90 (84 reviews) (~4.73 km from centre)
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TwoAngels Guest House
Guest house
Elegant, waterside guesthouse offering airy rooms & cottages, plus gardens and loaner kayaks.
4.90 (41 reviews) (~5.32 km from centre)
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Cycads of Africa/ Lagoonview villa
Guest house
4.90 (38 reviews) (~4.04 km from centre)
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Knysna Lodge Self Catering Accommodation
Self-catering accommodation
$64/night
4.80 (104 reviews) (~0.51 km from centre)
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Woodlands
Guest house
👍👍 What a lovely stay! An absolute hidden gem. We had a hike on the premises with trusted doggo! We had a lovely braai on our balcony and could watch the sunset with a stunning view over knysna forest 😍
$37/night
4.80 (91 reviews) (~8.05 km from centre)
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The Alexander Guesthouse
Guest house
Elegant quarters, some with outdoor pools, in a polished, oceanfront guesthouse offering free Wi-Fi.
4.80 (81 reviews) (~6.12 km from centre)
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Knysna Accommodation, B&B, South Villa, Guest House
Bed & breakfast
Modern B&B offering minimalist rooms with en suite bathrooms, plus WiFi access and breakfast.
$81/night
4.80 (48 reviews) (~0.25 km from centre)
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Knysna Views Guest House
Guest house
$89/night
4.80 (23 reviews) (~0.58 km from centre)
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Friendz Guesthouse
Guest house
🫤 What a catfish, on the photos it looks like there is a communial area but that's the owners house where you only eat breakfast in the morning. You can hear everything they do in their house because you stay in one of their rooms, you can hear all their conversations and cupboards closing and opening...
$50/night
4.80 (19 reviews) (~3.3 km from centre)
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Villa Castollini
Guest house
👍👍 Great location. Fantastic view. Staff are absolutely wonderful.
$50/night
4.70 (133 reviews) (~3.87 km from centre)
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Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge
Hotel
Casual suites with balconies and whirlpool baths, plus a fireplace lounge and an infinity pool.
4.70 (132 reviews) (~2.06 km from centre)
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Brenton on the Rocks Guest House
Guest house
Guesthouse offering low-key rooms and 3- or 4-bedroom houses, plus an outdoor pool and a casual bar.
$71/night
4.70 (112 reviews) (~4.65 km from centre)
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Headlands House Guest Lodge
Guest house
Elegant rooms offering balconies with sea or lagoon views, plus a cliff-top outdoor pool.
4.70 (71 reviews) (~5.81 km from centre)
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Amber Guest Lodge
Guest house
Straightforward B&B offering cosy rooms and suites, plus cooked breakfast and an outdoor pool.
4.70 (49 reviews) (~5.45 km from centre)
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Somervreug Guest House
Guest house
👍👍 What a find...with a unique setting that captures the beauty of Knysna, you have to experience it
4.70 (48 reviews) (~0.3 km from centre)
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Atlantic Guest House Knysna
Guest house
Simple rooms with patios and lagoon views, plus a pool, free cooked breakfast and secure parking.
4.70 (37 reviews) (~0.37 km from centre)
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Thesen Islands' Lodges
Lodge
Modern B&Bs with funky shared kitchens & water-view patios, plus an eclectic 3-bedroom cottage.
4.70 (29 reviews) (~2.12 km from centre)
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Papillon Bleu - Knysna Accommodation
Guest house
👍👍 Upon arrival we immediately felt at home. The room is very neat and tidy, and exceptionally stylish. Absolutely everything you need is in the room. Best view ever! On a clear day you can see Australia. Just arrive, settle in, and enjoy the peace and quiet, the magnificent view, and leave with your s...
4.70 (26 reviews) (~4.56 km from centre)
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