kanonkop Guesthouse knysna

Kanonkop House - Luxury 5★ Guest House

Knysna • Garden Route • South Africa
An intimate and exclusive five-star boutique guest house perched atop Kanonkop Hill, offering mesmerising views over the Knysna Lagoon and famous Knysna Heads. Just minutes from Knysna’s town centre and waterfront, it combines relaxed luxury with personalised hospitality in the heart of the Garden Route.

🛏 Amenities

Spacious luxury suites with lagoon, Heads & garden views
Complimentary gourmet breakfast & all beverages included
Outdoor swimming pool, sun deck & terrace
Bar & lounge areas with complimentary drinks
High-speed Wi-Fi throughout property
Secure free parking
Lush indigenous garden & forest setting
Concierge & activity planning service
Personalised, warm hospitality from the owner-managed team

📍 Approx. Distances from Kanonkop House

(Road / typical driving time — approximate)

Knysna Charters (local) – ~5 min (~3 km)
Addo Elephant Park – ~295 km / ~3.5–4 hr
Storms River National Park – ~105 km / ~1.5 hr
Monkeyland (Plettenberg Bay) – ~35 km / ~35 min
Knysna Elephant Park – ~18 km / ~20 min
Knysna Heads – ~6 km / ~10 min
Featherbed Nature Reserve – ~6 km / ~10 min (boat access)
The Motorcycle Room (Knysna) – ~7 km / ~10 min
George Airport – ~60 km / ~1 hr
Cango Caves (Oudtshoorn) – ~130 km / ~2 hr
Hermanus – ~490 km / ~5.5 hr
Franschhoek – ~490 km / ~5.5 hr
Table Mountain (Cape Town) – ~500 km / ~5.5–6 hr
V&A Waterfront (Cape Town) – ~500 km / ~5.5–6 hr
Kruger National Park – ~1 600 km / ~16–18 hr

🗣 Guest Reviews (Google / Tripadvisor / Booking)

“Spectacular views over the lagoon and Heads — we loved waking up here.”
“The staff were warm, welcoming and made our stay truly memorable.”
“Beautiful, peaceful setting with delicious breakfast and attentive hosts.”
“Absolutely stunning property — feel at home with top-notch service.”