overmeer guesthouse knysna

Overmeer Guest House - 4★ Guest House

Knysna • Garden Route • South Africa
A scenic and welcoming 4 star guest house set high on the hills of Knysna Heights with panoramic views over the Knysna Lagoon and surrounding hills. Perfectly located just minutes from the town centre and waterfront, Overmeer blends comfort, warm hospitality and breathtaking vistas , a great base for exploring Knysna and the Garden Route.

🏨 Amenities

Spacious rooms with balcony and lagoon/mountain views (luxury rooms with spa baths)
Outdoor swimming pool with loungers
Free high‑speed Wi‑Fi throughout property
Smart TV, bar fridge, tea/coffee facilities & safe in rooms
Continental & Full English breakfast available
Secure on‑site parking
Laundry service & guest support with local tours/activities

📍 Approx. Distances from Overmeer Guest House

(Approximate driving times and distances)

Knysna Charters (local) – ~5 min (~2 km) from waterfront area
Addo Elephant Park – ~298 km / ~3.5–4 hr
Storms River National Park – ~105 km / ~1.5 hr
Monkeyland (Plettenberg Bay) – ~35 km / ~30–35 min
Knysna Elephant Park – ~1.8 km / ~5 min
Knysna Heads – ~9 km / ~10–12 min
Featherbed Nature Reserve – ~9 km / ~12 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 / ~5.5–6 hr
Franschhoek – ~490 km / ~5.5–6 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

(Distances past the Garden Route are approximate road travel estimates.)

💬 Guest Reviews (Booking.com & LekkeSlaap)

“Very clean, amazing views, great value and huge bed.”
“Excellent property, wonderful staff, great facilities.”
“Warm hospitality, perfect location, thoughtful touches.”
“Lovely spacious rooms and fantastic breakfast.”

(Overall guest score ~8.7–9.0/10 with excellent comfort, views and service.)