Villa Paradisa Guest House

5.0 star property
Lakefront guesthouse with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Free daily English breakfast
Luxury Suite, Lake View (Sea Urchin Suite) | Balcony
Executive lounge
Luxury Suite, Lake View (Oyster Suite)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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9 Watsonia Drive Paradise, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Knysna Quays
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Suite, Lake View (Coral Suite)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Suite, Lake View (Oyster Suite)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Suite, Lake View (Sea Urchin Suite)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Room, Lake View (Seahorse Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2013
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Knysna

A luxury stay in Knysna awaits you at Villa Paradisa Guest House. Within steps you'll find Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Lagoon within a 20-minute stroll. Highlights at this boutique guest house include an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .This Mediterranean guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Paradise guest house include Featherbed Boat Cruises and Pledge Nature Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Knysna Waterfront - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Knysna Quays - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Simola Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 19 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chatters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Trinity Premium Coffee Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Anchorage - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Villa Paradisa Guest House

Lakefront guesthouse with free breakfast and outdoor pool
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Villa Paradisa Guest House.

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

  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Villa Paradisa Guest House offers 4 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and first-run films.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • First-run films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:30 PM and 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should ring bell for check-in assistance.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 October 2025 to 22 September 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:30 PM and 9:00 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Paradisa Guest House?

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

Are there any beaches close to Villa Paradisa Guest House?

The closest beach to Villa Paradisa Guest House is Brenton Beach (5.5 km).

Does Villa Paradisa Guest House have a pool?

Villa Paradisa Guest House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does Villa Paradisa Guest House serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary English breakfast is on offer daily between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Paradisa Guest House?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Paradisa Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Villa Paradisa Guest House?

No, only service animals are allowed.