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A balcony with a view of the ocean and a mountainous landscape.
Room (Captain's) | Bathroom
Lobby sitting area
Room (Captain's) | Bathroom
Sun deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$592
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

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22 Glen View Drive, Coney Glen, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastern Head View Point
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Garden Route National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room (Dolphin)

A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, a large window with a view of the sea, and a mounted picture of whales.

Room (Dolphin)

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Captain's)

Room (Captain's)

  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Pansy Shell)

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the ocean, and a balcony with chairs.

Room (Pansy Shell)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Oyster)

A bedroom with a large bed, checkered bedding, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a city view.

Room (Oyster)

  • Lagoon view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Seahorse)

A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the bathroom.

Room (Seahorse)

  • Lagoon view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Viewpoint)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and two chairs. It features a large window with a view of a mountainous landscape.

Room (Viewpoint)

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Whale)

A bedroom with a bed, a checkered sofa, a red refrigerator, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean and a wooden deck.

Room (Whale)

  • Ocean view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Knysna

A luxury stay in Knysna awaits you at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat. Within steps you'll find Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Eastern Head View Point within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this boutique guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .Walk-in Wine Cellar is the guest house's own wine bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Knysna guest house include Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Eastern Head View Point - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Garden Route National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Knysna Quays - 9 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bosuns Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Leisure Isle Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cornuti - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Head over Hills Luxury Retreat. A round-trip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Knysna guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2004
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • 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
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat offers 8 accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 54-cm Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Knysna guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and safes. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Walk-in Wine Cellar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf carts
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery release events

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 54-cm smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 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.

Property class

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat House Knysna
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Yep, Head over Hills Luxury Retreat has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

As of 26 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat on 14 Aug 2026 start from NZ$592, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

The closest beach to Head over Hills Luxury Retreat is Brenton Beach (6.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Head over Hills Luxury Retreat have a pool?

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Head over Hills Luxury Retreat a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and winery tours, as well as private balconies and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat.

Does Head over Hills Luxury Retreat serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

There is a golf course next to Head over Hills Luxury Retreat.

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was an all around amazing experience. We stayed in the whale suite which had amazing views of ocean and cliff sides. We saw a pod of dolphins before dinner. Dinner was made there by an excellent chef. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fantastic. The view is breathtaking of course. The staff are all very friendly and welcoming. It was super quiet aside from the roar of the ocean in the heads which we fell asleep to every night. The food is very good too. All in all a very very enjoyable stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Frieda

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

Great stay.

Everything was great. The food was really fantastic. The viewpoint room is advertised on Hotels.com as having a king sized bed. The bed in that room is not a king size but much smaller. We were moved to another room with a less spectacular view but we still had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bjarne

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Venue worth to visit

Great to be back at the beautiful venue after 6 years. However the venue needs to maintain an ever doing upgrade and maintenance aa the location and rooms - which will be torn and worn after the years. Another issue - it suits better to have fresh flowers in the restaurant - than wethered leaves and flowers, as the hotel is a 5 star boutique hotel..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tamara

Nur die Aussicht ist 5 Sterne. Das Zimmer wirkte schon teils sehr abgenutzt.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank-Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel ist sehr gut gelegen und einen traumhaften Blick auf die Hafenausfahrt. Wir haben viel auf dem Balkon verbracht, um diese Aussicht zu genießen. Sehr gutes Essen, man darf bestellen, was einen anmacht und sehr freundliches Personal. Besser geht es nicht, wir kommen in jedem Fall wieder.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren im Zimmer mit Aussicht - super Terrasse mit super Ausblick- bestest Zimmer um morgens, Abends und auch tagsüber die Sonne zu genießen. In der Dusche wäre es sicher nötig das Silikon regelmäßig auszutauschen und somit gegen die Schimmelanfälligkeit durch die feuchte Luft zu verbessern.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhoma

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

EXCELLEN

This is the most beautiful hotel , stunning view , friendly staff , good food who got a complimentary upgrade , will stay at Head of Heals again and again , Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mzamo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect getaway, amazing views and the staff is just tooo amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with a spectacular view. Loved every minute. Dinner under the stars. Breakfast on the terrace overviwkng the lagoon
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ett magiskt läge, kan nog inte finnas många bättre ställen i världen.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful Ocean Views in Knysna

Our room was small, but very well designed and the view was to die for. Sitting outside at night was incredible. They have larger rooms and they all have a great view. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bjarne

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

Wonderfull and luxury place

We were not used to before to stay at that very high standard and luxury and outstanding service with the most faboulous vies. Just outstanding. Only regrets that we didnt book more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

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

Incredible place

Beautiful room with amazing views . Very Good breakfast. We could see The Waves just from our window. I Would Like to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dremirates

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

Bestes Cliff Top Boutique Hotel Afrikas

Nach sehr freundlichem Empfang verbrachten wir den Nachmittag auf der riesigen Terasse unserer Ein-Raum Elefanten-Suite bei kostenlosem Bier aus dem roten Design Smeg. Aussicht auf Knysna Bucht von dort ist ein highlight und eine der allerbesten ganz Afrikas. Hotelpreis sehr teuer aber ein must an der Gartenroute.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

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

Romantic getaway on top of the cliffs

Fantastic views from the deck, great rooms and service. Food was very good, bit strange they have rules on having your own food or snacks though (never had that at a guest house before)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Phantastischer Blick von den Knysna Heads.

Wir waren 2 Tage dort. Die Aussicht ist gigantisch. Das Personal sehr freundlich und das Restaurant sehr zu empfehlen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were super friendly and courteous. Would love to stay there again for longer!!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Axel

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

Sehr schönes Hotel in Top-Aussichtslage

Atemberaubender Blick vom Zimmer aus! Sehr schönes, gepflegtes Haus, luxoriös aber lohnend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

Breathtaking

Breathtaking property and 5* + service
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
luxury hotel, very boutique and intimate. views in real are better than the photos
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was great, the ocean views were stunning, and we saw dolphins enjoying some play time in the afernoon. The staff and owner were very friendly and hospitable and made us feel at home from the time we arrived until we departed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henrik

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

Toppbetyg för Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Utmärkt hotell för avkoppling med fantastisk utsikt. Mycket trevlig och gästvänlig personal. Perfekt att det finns möjlighet att få middag på hotellet
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph

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

Location best feature

Peerless location not matched by the interior fittings. Included breakfast and optional dinner mediocre.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

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

Perfekte Erholung'

Absolute Entspannung