Knysna

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

Name: Villa Afrikana
Address: Knysna, South Africa
Price range: From US$180 per person, per night

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Villa Afrikana

About Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

Private guest house with the best service (and views) in Knysna

Complimentary wine on arrival in your room, a bespoke breakfast on your private terrace every morning, evening meals pre-booked at the town’s gourmet restaurants... it really is service with a smile at Villa Afrikana, a gleaming Knysna guesthouse in 'Paradise' (that's really what it's called!). Accommodation is in six King-size guest suites, every one with the most glorious view of the glittering ocean and famous Knysna Heads, pillow menus, spacious balconies and deluxe espresso makers. Yes, every box really is ticked...

Knysna , South Africa

From $170 per person/per night

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6 Rooms

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The property

If you can drag yourself away from the stunning bedrooms you'll find a welcoming lounge with white sofas, exposed beams and hand-picked African art. Even the floors are stylish, adorned with zebra-skin rugs, and floor to ceiling windows make the most of the fabulous lagoon vistas. Outside, there's a swimming pool and a shaded lounge with plenty of wicker patio furniture and the same glorious views, and there's also a snug library with apt, porthole-style windows to peer through.

The rooms

The six suites are impeccably lovely, with sparkling white tiles, crisp linen and modern decor. They all face the lagoon, so views are a given, as are spacious balconies from which to enjoy them. We like the corner view from the terrace of Spitkop Suite, and the tasteful furniture, from the stylish luggage bench to the quirky writer’s desk. For a room with a fireplace stay in the Noetzie Suite, and for the most impressive bath, we recommend the Gouna Suite.

Activities

After a bespoke breakfast on your private terrace at Villa Afrikana, it might be time to explore the pretty town of Knysna. Start off with light shopping at the marina, before lunch at one of the popular restaurants at the quays. In the afternoon, hire a boat or catamaran for a champagne and oyster cruise on the lagoon, or gentle cruise around the Heads. In the evening, let the Villa take care of your dinner reservation and all that's left to do is enjoy it!

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How to book Villa Afrikana

How do I book Villa Afrikana?

Villa Afrikana can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring Villa Afrikana or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Afrikana?

Stays at Villa Afrikana start from around $170 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

South Africa

Knysna

Holiday with a capital H in the gem of the Garden Route