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4.0 out of 5

"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 ... " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 06 Oct 2017

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, No View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Lagoon View

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Executive Room, Lagoon View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

With your stay at Hide Away Guest House, you're connected to a shopping centre and just a quick walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.

  • Free English breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Indulge with massages at Simola Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Knysna Waterfront and 9 minutes from Simola Golf Course

Hide Away Guest House ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.0 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hide Away Guest House

Everyone (3)
2 out of 5
Musty smelling room. Breakfast ok but cooked food mostly disappointing. Wouldn’t stay here again.

Posted by , from London on 11 Nov 2017

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Comment from Hotel Management

16 Nov 2017 by Colleen

Good day, It really is difficult responding to a review when you have no idea who you are addressing. It should be compulsory for guests to leave their names and dates of stay at an establishment. We are however sorry that you did not enjoy your stay with us. We hope that the rest of your vacation met your expectations. Kind regards. Cecil & Colleen

5 out of 5

Relaxing,with great views

Pros: Quiet relaxing ,with great views
Location: Close to the centre and Marina,about 15mins walk. Boat trips,restaurants,nice scenic walks,and Thesen Island
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.

Posted by , from York.UK on 6 Oct 2017

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Comment from Hotel Management

14 Nov 2017 by Colleen

Hello Mick Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. After reading a previous review in which the writer did not enjoy the breakfast or the room, we are delighted that this was not the case with you and your stay with us. We hope to see you back in Knysna - and Hide Away - in the not too distant future. Take care and kind regards Cecil & Colleen

5 out of 5
Sehr grosszügiges Zimmer, gute Lage. Wir haben gleich bei Anreise hilfreiche Tipps für Aktivitäten und Restaurants erhalten.

Posted by , from Zürich on 25 Nov 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

25 Nov 2018 by Colleen

Hello Yves, Thank you posting a review on your stay with us at Hide Away Guest House - it is most appreciated. We hope you enjoy the rest of your vacation in South Africa and when you return, yes we are sure you will return, please plan to stay longer than just one night in Knysna! Kind regards. Cecil & Colleen

Property Features

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

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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, dressing gowns, 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.

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Minibar
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Fridge
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Down blanket
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Dressing gowns
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Air conditioning
  • Portable fan

Food & Drink

Guests are served a free English breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the guest house include an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Game viewing nearby
  • Game drive nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Segway rental/tour nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Spa Services

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.

  • Sauna in spa
  • Steam room in spa
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have any 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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Handrails in stairways

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at 7 PM
  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

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.

Pet Policy

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

Policies

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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Restricted number of spaces per unit
  • Number of spaces per unit - 8
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Security system
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:00 PM
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities on-site
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • 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.

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