Skip to main content

Hide Away Guest House

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

Choose dates to view prices

Hide Away Guest House offers scenic views of Knysna Waterfront with upscale comforts. Enjoy golf, relax on the sunny terrace, or book a treatment at Simola Spa. Features in-room WiFi, an outdoor pool with loungers, and a peaceful atmosphere praised by guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Lagoon View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Lagoon View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, Lagoon View

Executive Room, Lagoon View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Room, Lagoon View

Highlights

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

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

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

Economy Room, Lagoon View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
2 Keerom Street, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Knysna Quays - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Friday Market - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Pezula Championship Course - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪34 South - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Hide Away Guest House

Upscale guesthouse near Knysna Waterfront
Located close to Featherbed Nature Reserve and Simola Golf Course, Hide Away Guest House provides free English breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a terrace. Tee up with amenities like golf caddies at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to a massage at Simola Spa, the onsite spa. In addition to a garden and a hair salon, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, access to a nearby health club, and express check-out
  • Bicycle parking, an electric bike charging station, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Hide Away Guest House feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Similar properties

Deluxe Studio (Standard Lagoon & Sea Facing Twin) | Lake view
Roseroc Boutique Guest House
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 123 reviews
The price is ₩142,918
₩164,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Roseroc Boutique Guest House

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1940
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Electric bike charging

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
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 organization.

Property is also known as

Hide Away Guest House
Hide Away Guest House Knysna
Hide Away Knysna
Hide Away Guest House Hotel Knysna
Hide Away Guest House Guesthouse Knysna
Hide Away Guest House Guesthouse
Hide Away Guest House Knysna
Hide Away Guest House Guesthouse
Hide Away Guest House Guesthouse Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Hide Away Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Hide Away Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hide Away Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hide Away Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hide Away Guest House located?

Located in Paradise, this spa guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Knysna Waterfront and within 9 mi (15 km) of Simola Golf Course and Brenton Beach. Featherbed Nature Reserve is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) away.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Hide Away Guest House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 202 reviews

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

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were welcomed warmly and given lots of suggestions for enjoying the area. The room was spacious and beautifully appointed in a clean modern style as were the common rooms for breakfast and lounging. Breakfast was delicious and made to order. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and comfortable. Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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 traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schitterend

Prachtige kamer met uitzicht op de baai, gloednieuw, heel net. Was uitstekend. Veel informatie van de gastvrouw ontvangen. Een absolute aanrader
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jürgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bis auf das es laut ist von der strasse ganz hervorragend
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top accomodation and such lovely Hosts!
Stayed 2 nights 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

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

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly owners...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

BRICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La Guest house est top, la vue sur le lagon également et la maîtresse de maison est très accueillante. Seul petit bémol, nous avons été un peu déçu par Knysna
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schöne Lage, großes Zimmer, super freundliches Personal
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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 traveler

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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

cornelis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

heel comfortabel

Ik was hier drie nachten. een prachtige accommodatie en een mooie omgeving. het echtpaar dat het guesthouse runt heeft een heel aangename prettige en professionele toewijding. het was een genot kennis met hen te maken en hun gastvrijheid te ervaren. heel plezierig.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice indeed, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfekt ställe som utgångspunkt för utflykter

Värdinnan Colleen är ett fullblodproffs i gästfrihet och lokalkunskap. Hennes råd och tips var helt ovärderliga för oss när vi bodde tvånätter hos henne och hennes man i Knysna. Rummen är spatiösa och badrummen i toppskick. Frukosten serveras utomhus under tak, med utsikt över Knysnas lagun. Ett toppenställe att tillbringa några dagar på för att upptäcka allt vad Knysna har att erbjuda. Vi kommer gärna tillbaka.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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 traveler

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

8/10 Good

B, BRUSSEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
mooie guesthouse, op wandelafstand van Knysna centrum. heel vriendelijk onthaal, kregen veel tips van de gastvrouw. Lekker ontbijt
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yves, Zürich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr grosszügiges Zimmer, gute Lage. Wir haben gleich bei Anreise hilfreiche Tipps für Aktivitäten und Restaurants erhalten.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018