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Hide Away Guest House

4.0 star property
Lakefront guesthouse connected to a shopping centre in Knysna with a full-service spa

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Reception
Executive Room, Lagoon View
Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Lagoon View
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Explore the area

Map
2 Keerom Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Featherbed Boat Cruises
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Knysna Lagoon
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Knysna Waterfront
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Lagoon View

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Lagoon View

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Lagoon View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room, Lagoon View

Executive Room, Lagoon View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Breakfast included
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The price is AU$200
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Knysna

At Hide Away Guest House, you'll be connected to a shopping centre and 1.4 km (0.9 mi) from Knysna Waterfront. Highlights at this Colonial guest house include a full-service spa, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering at Simola Spa can include massages along with access to the sauna. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Paradise guest house include Simola Golf Course and Featherbed Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 14 min walk
  • Knysna Waterfront - 17 min walk
  • Knysna Quays - 17 min walk
  • Thesen Island - 3 min drive
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪34 South - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Anchorage Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Hide Away Guest House

Lakefront guesthouse connected to a shopping centre in Knysna with a full-service spa
Hide Away Guest House offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hide Away Guest House. You'll have access to the indoor pool and health club at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Knysna guest house.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1940
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • 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
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hide Away Guest House offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Knysna guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guest house's full-service spa, Simola Spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 8 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hide Away Guest House

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 12 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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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Hide Away Guest House Knysna
Hide Away Knysna
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hide Away Guest House?

Hide Away Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hide Away Guest House?

As of 27 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hide Away Guest House on 10 Mar 2025 start from AU$212.78, 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.

Is parking available at Hide Away Guest House?

Yep, Hide Away Guest House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 8 spaces per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Hide Away Guest House?

The closest beach to Hide Away Guest House is Brenton Beach (5.3 km).

Is there a spa on site at Hide Away Guest House?

Yep, Simola Spa is available for guests. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Hide Away Guest House have a pool?

Hide Away Guest House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 24 hours.

Does Hide Away Guest House serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary English brekkie is available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hide Away Guest House?

No, Hide Away Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hide Away Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hide Away Guest House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Hide Away Guest House?

There is a golf course next to Hide Away Guest House.

Hide Away Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, well-appointed place with a very helpful host!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean and friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend.
A lovely room with stunning views. Lovely hosts who were very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super stay at the Hide Away
We had a fabulous stay and were made very welcome. Colleen gave us great restaurant recommendations and kindly made reservations too. All of the restaurants were excellent. Our room was very comfortable with excellent views. The lounge area was great for evening card games with friends. Cecil makes a really tasty breakfast, the eggs were super!! Thanks Cecil 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly Recommend Knysna Stay (Karel & Mariska)
We had such a lovely stay at Hide Away Guest House Knysna. We felt such a warm welcome on our arrival there. Stunning room and oh that view of the lagoon is just breathtaking. And on top of all, delicious breakfast served every morning. We definitely recommend them to each and everyone x
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Knysna Classic
Colleen and Cecil were always available, friendly and helpful with tips about restaurants and site-seeing. The house was built in 1940 and is opposite the Knysna lagoon, just next to the N2 Highway on the way into/out of town. The house was classily decorated but the room had air conditioning, electric blankets, espresso machine, outdoor sitting area on the veranda and views of the heads. Breakfast was nice with plunger coffee, cheeses, eggs, muesli, fruit and juice. A lovely couple interested in current events and filling us in on their part of the world.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, nothing to dislike, great host, excellent recommendations of places to visit and eat/drink. Very comfortable bed, stunning views from our balcony. Nice breakfasts and good conversation with the host Colleen, wouldn't hesitate to recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Tamar

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
not recommend!
If I need to look for a place to stay I will choose another place. The picture are elusion. No value for your money The place are old. The room smells old There is no a private balcony as the picture. No privacy at all!!!The forget to worth the the most busy road N2 it’s in a front of the room and it’s very crowded from the cars. It’s difficult to sleep. No hot weather . It’s not worth the money.!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Colleen and Cecil made us very welcome at the guest house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

LINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I thought that the property was more secluded rather than being a short distance from the main road. The room was very pleasant as was our hostess. The area was very nice and easy walking distance from the tourist areas. As a general comment on the garden route I would not recommend it and am surprised that it is so highly reviewed. I was very disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
January 19
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and safe location over-viewing the bay. Hosts are very friendly with a lot of good hints for nearby restaurants and possible activities. Thank you for the great time - Christoph
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you Coleen & Cecil for 2 great nights at your establishment. We were booked for 1 night but ended up back for a second night (what happened in Knysna stays in Knysna - lol). We were greeted by Coleen with wine, tea or coffee upon our arrival. Our rooms were very spacious, clean, tidy and more than expected. Breakfast was a variety and treat prepared by Cecil and served by Coleen. The view from the balcony was beautiful. There were some beautiful one of a kind furniture pieces in the home. Coleen was a wealth of knowledge and very helpful assisting with our plans. We would definitely visit again and also recommend this location. Thanks Coleen, Cecil and staff. Doug , Maureen, Owen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful views
We had a very friendly welcome at this lovely guest house which has fantastic views across the Knysna lagoon. Colleen gave us excellent advice on where to eat and things to do around Knysna and the breakfasts were just the ticket!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peace and tranquility in a paradise garden setting
A lovely stay in a comfortable, quiet guesthouse owned and run by a wonderfully hospitable couple, Cecil and Colleen. Thank you, I felt as if I was staying with family. A few minutes walk away from the centre of Knysna, the Hide Away Guest House sits in beautifully tended gardens far enough from the road with good views of the lagoon. My room was comfortable, spacious and perfect for my stopover
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mimi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Walking distance from the entrance to Victoria Falls, great staff and hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Marie, Nevada City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice older bed and breakfast that's been well maintained. The owners are friendly and helpful and the breakfast was great! Location is good, very close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hospitality exceptional made my stay very comfortable Will recommend this gem to all my friends

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing, not four stars.
Having stayed in six other 4 star guest houses on the same trip, the Hide Away fell far short of the standard of the other places. We rated the other guest houses deservedly highly. We would definitely return to those but not the Hide Away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location, great advice
Hotel is in a great location, just on the edge of town. It has a nice pool, secure parking, lovely breakfast, large rooms, a strong flow in the shower, and -- most importantly -- Colleen is a font of information. Unfortunately, our rooms smelled a bit mildewy. I'm not a fussy person but it bothered my eyes. My kids, in the next room, did not complain. Also bed was too firm for my tastes, but that is better than too soft in my opinion.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

4/10 Poor

u, London

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Musty smelling room. Breakfast ok but cooked food mostly disappointing. Wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mick , York.UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing,with great views
As it mentions,Hidden away overlooking the Knysna bay and estuary. Well run by a very friendly couple,who will help with local activities and where to dine and visit. Large rooms with fridge,satalite tv,and wifi.rooms overlooking the bay have a veranda to sit out on, small swimming pool with lounges and a small gym are available too.Very nice cooked breakfast too. Great place to stay if you are in Knysna.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017