Conveniently located just 2 km from Knysna's vibrant town centre in the peaceful Old Place suburb, B My Guest is a 3-star self-catering guest house in Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa. This recently renovated property offers budget-friendly cottage-style units built around a communal garden and pool, making it a popular choice for families, friends, and pet owners seeking comfortable, no-frills accommodation with easy access to the lagoon walkway and Knysna Heads.
Accommodation details: 8 self-contained cottage-style units (various configurations including family units with double bed, singles, bunk beds, and sleeper couches); sleep 2-6 guests each (total capacity ~34); fully equipped kitchenettes (fridge, stove, microwave, utensils), en-suite bathrooms, DStv, private patios (some with enclosed gardens and lagoon views through trees).
Dining options: Self-catering only (no breakfast or restaurant); individual braai (barbecue) facilities; communal garden braai area.
Facilities: Year-round outdoor swimming pool, furnished garden with outdoor seating, communal braai areas.
Services: Free WiFi, free shaded private parking, daily basic housekeeping, backup power system (lights, TV, WiFi during loadshedding), 24-hour front desk/reception, tour desk assistance.
Unique features: Pet-friendly (with prior arrangement); tranquil surroundings close to lagoon; affordable rates with family/group appeal; some units with private gardens.
Families and groups on a budget
Pet owners seeking welcoming accommodation
Self-catering travelers wanting pool and braai facilities
Explorers of the Garden Route needing a central base
Attraction
Approximate Distance (km)
Knysna Charters
2
Knysna Heads
5
Featherbed
5
The Motorcycle Room
2
Monkeyland
30
Knysna Elephant Park
22
Storms River National Park
90
George Airport
70
Addo Elephant Park
250
Cango Caves
140
Hermanus
380
Franschhoek
420
Table Mountain
480
V&A Waterfront
485
Kruger National Park
1,300
Authentic excerpts from recent Booking.com, Tripadvisor, and other platforms:
"Place was very neat and clean... View from my unit over the pool was very relaxing... also loved the sound of the fountain." (Booking.com guest)
"We had a wonderful stay at B My Guest... The cleanliness and friendly staff... We were delighted with the swimming pool in the communal area." (Tripadvisor reviewer)
"Home from home, friendly staff, clean and comfortable bed... Johan is a wonderful host, always going the extra mile." (Afristay reviewer)
"The chalets are comfortable and well equipped. The garden is lovely and neat, with sufficient braai facilities, rounded off with a sparkling clean pool. The location is also very convenient." (Multiple guests summary)
Physical address: 26 Herons Way (or Heron Way), Old Place/Lower Old Place, Knysna, 6571, South Africa
Phone number(s): +27 82 555 0820 (or similar; confirm via booking)
Email address: Available via booking platforms (e.g., Booking.com)
Website URL: https://sites.google.com/view/bmyguest-self-catering-knysna (or book via Booking.com, LekkeSlaap, SA-Venues)
Social media handles: None prominently listed
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Apple Maps: Open in Apple Maps
Maps.me: Search for "B My Guest" or use coordinates in the app
OpenStreetMap: View on OpenStreetMap
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GPS Coordinates: -34.0405, 23.0691 (decimal format)