Knysna, South Africa

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Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

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Design
Fine Dining
Communal Pool
Romantic
Waterfront Views
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Overview

COMFORT
AC
Bathtub
Fans
Laundry Service
Pool
Safe
QUICK FACTS
6
Rooms
Cancellation POLICY
Moderate, typically 100% from 21 days
Kids POLICY
Adults only
A five-star, design-led guesthouse perched high above Knysna in the quiet Paradise neighbourhood, with sweeping lagoon-to-Heads views and a crisp white, art-forward aesthetic. Six suites were planned for space and outlook, public areas flow from lounge and library to a sun deck and salt-water pool, and days open with a generous à-la-carte breakfast (in the dining room or on your balcony), afternoon tea and pre-dinner drinks back at the villa before you wander to the Waterfront or Thesen Island.
Access Type
Fly-in or Road Access
Transfer Time from Airstrip
60
mins
Baggage limit
kg
Soft-bag only
Wildlife Highlights
Dolphins
Birding
Great for birders

Location

Getting there

Fly Cape Town (CPT) to George (GRJ) ~50–55 min, then by car to Villa Afrikana ~65 km / ~50–60 min. Self-drive from Cape Town on the N2 is straightforward. Secure on-site parking provided.

COMFORT
AC
Bathtub
Fans
Laundry Service
Pool
Safe
Vehicle
WI-FI
Available in all areas
Medical
Low risk of Malaria & Yellow Fever
Insect protection
Repellent recommended for summer evenings
Activities
Lagoon cruises & Featherbed Nature Reserve, Heads viewpoints, beaches, forest hikes, golf (Simola, Pezula), craft markets, art galleries and oyster tastings

Our Favorite Rooms

The Owner’s Suite (first floor) adds a 23.5 m² private balcony over the lagoon with a spacious 23.5 m² bedroom and a 9.5 m² bathroom featuring a soaking tub, separate shower and under-floor heating - perfect for long, quiet mornings. For slightly lower budgets, Gouna or Matarolli still deliver full-frontal lagoon views, a private entrance, luxury bath + shower set-up and that immaculate white, art-driven feel the property is known for.

Dining

Full, cooked-to-order breakfast included (dining room or in-suite), afternoon tea with cakes/savouries. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks and a licensed honesty bar and light meals available in the dining room or in-suite. Knysna Waterfront/Thesen Island restaurants are a short drive or downhill walk.

Packing Tips

Coastal layers (mornings/evenings can be cool even in summer), light rain shell for sea breezes, swimsuit for the pool, comfy shoes for lagoon walks and the Heads, SA Type-M plug adapter if needed.

Insider Tips

Take breakfast on your private balcony on a clear day and plan afternoon tea at the villa before dinner out. Also great base to explore Tsitsikamma National Park. Pre-dinner drinks are offered (T&Cs apply) and light meals can be served in-suite if you’re staying.

Reserve type
Conservation
Conservation fee
No Conservation Fee
per person per day

Conservation Efforts

N/A

Per Room, Per Night from
5500
per person
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