Westhill Luxury Guest House
6 Westhill Drive Westhill, Knysna 6571 South Africa
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#27 of 57 B&Bs in Knysna
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Westhill is a 1920's Cape Dutch style heritage property that has recently (2015) undergone a complete renovation. It includes three new luxury en-suite guest bedrooms which are operated on a Bed & Breakfast basis. The property boasts magnificent panoramic views over the Knysna Estuary and through the Knysna Heads to the Indian Ocean. We look forward to welcoming you to Knysna and to Westhill.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Bar / lounge
Golf course
Board games / puzzles
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Airport transportation
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Wine / champagne
Poolside bar
Business Centre with Internet Access
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Seating area
Minibar
Extra long beds
Bath / shower
Bottled water
Iron
Laptop safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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Great View
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans, Dutch
Location
60Somewhat walkable
Grade: 60 out of 100
57Restaurantswithin 0.75 miles
19Attractionswithin 0.75 miles
6 Westhill Drive Westhill, Knysna 6571 South Africa
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This is a really nice modern place with very friendly and hospitable hosts. The rooms are large, ours had a balcony overlooking the lagoon - a great view. Steve and Roelene prepare lovely breakfasts with a good choice of options. They also open their bar opposite the swimming pool in early evening with good chat and a good choice of beverage. The only criticism we would have is that there was no power back-up facility (except a battery powered lamp), which meant that the Internet and TV (for streaming purposes) could not be used during long power outages, sometimes from 8.00pm till after midnight. The power outages are getting worse in South Africa and two other places that we stayed at, provided Internet and TV power back-up with DSTV so that films, sport or entertainment channels could be accessed during these power outages. This facility would have made our stay much more enjoyable.…
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Private gated parking on site.
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Wonderful hosts, great location, comfortable rooms with every creature comfort one could want. A 5 minute walk to the town and local amenities, crystal blue swimming pool, great views over the marina. All in all a fabulous spot. The hosts Roeleen & Steve are very accommodating and knowledgeable. If you haven't already made plans for your stay in and around Knysna they can come up with a lot of hints and ideas, be it activities or historical sites or just the best restaurant to eat at. The rooms are comfortable with everything you could need and if you think of anything else they can surely provide. This place feels like home (just a bit tidier!) Would recommend to anyone for their first or subsequent visit to the Garden Route.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Room was amazing with a view you would want to wake up to every morning for the rest of your life. Steve and Roeleen are the most helpful and friendly hosts you could wish for. Full of information about the local area's history and the best places to visit and eat. Breakfast was excellent with every option you could possibly require to set you up for the day and all cooked fresh to order. My personal favourite was the 'Welcome Drink' in the pool bar area after we had settled in. Will most definitely be visiting this excellent guest house again.
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Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This was by far the best guesthouse during our trip. Very clean, modern and spacious. Breakfast was great as well. Roeleen and Steve went out of their way to help with anything and made us feel right at home. Will definitely come back!
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from WesthillKnysna, Owner at Westhill Luxury Guest House
Responded 17 Jan 2020
Thank you for staying at Westhill and it was a pleasure to have you with us. We look forward to welcoming you back and in the meantime may 2020 be a healthy, happy and prosperous year.
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2 nights was not long enough at this property. Friendly hosts Steve and Roleen were full of suggestions and advice. The restaurant recommendations were super and fully delivered, O Pesacador being a firm favourite for next time. Rooms were superbly appointed and spacious. Nothing was forgotten. All topped off with comfy beds and quality linens. An easy stroll into town and it’s many dining options.
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Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from WesthillKnysna, Owner at Westhill Luxury Guest House
Responded 2 Dec 2019
Thank you for staying with us at Westhill and we look forward to your next visit! Wishing you a very Merry Festive Season and very best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2020. Sunny greetings from Knysna
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Stayed for two nights. The owners Roeléén & Steve were very helpful and friendly. We very much enjoyed having beer and wine with them on both afternoons in their outside bar area. Nice gardens and swimming pool. Our room was modern, large, extremely clean and well furnished with views of the lagoon. The bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was good, prepared fresh to order. WiFi was very good.
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Date of stay: March 2019
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Response from WesthillKnysna, Owner at Westhill Luxury Guest House
Responded 2 Dec 2019
Wishing you a very Merry Festive Season and all the very best for 2020! Sunny Greetings from Knysna
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3rd Time visiting Westhill Guesthouse and always such a pleasure! Spacious rooms, lovely modern decorated and everything and more you need for a social or business trip to Knysna! Thank you again Roeleen and Steve for you hospitality! See you soon! Eugene and Yolana Kinghorn
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from WesthillKnysna, Owner at Westhill Luxury Guest House
Responded 1 Dec 2018
Have a lovely Xmas and may 2019 be prosperous, happy and healthy. We look forward to seeing you at Westhill in 2019. Kind regards Roeleen & Steve
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Excellent spacious rooms decorated beautifully with top finishes. Views that no pictures do justice to. But the reason you will go back are the owners who make you feel so welcome and special. Thank you Steve and Roeleen for making our anniversary weekend exceptional
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Westhill Luxury Guest House proved to be the perfect place to stay for a relaxing getaway as well as a great base whilst exploring some of the attractions around Knysna. Hosts Roeleen and Steve couldn't have done any more to help make our stay more memorable than it became and that was obvious from the moment we arrived and we received a complimentary welcome drink at the bar next to the pool area, where one could take a dip or just lie around on the sunbeds provided, and we received a full run down of all the facilities whilst getting to know our hosts a little better. The Guest House is in an almost perfect location, on a quiet residential street with amazing views across the Knysna Lagoon to the Knysna Heads and the Indian Ocean, yet also only a few minutes walk into the town centre and the Waterfront. Our room was modern, clean, airy and comfortable with a huge comfy bed, a choice of pillows, slippers, fluffy gowns, toiletries, tea & coffee facilities, sat tv alarm clock radio with usb points, air con and fan, safe and a full range of adaptors and plug sockets so gadgets could be used and charged, no matter which part of the world you'd come from. Also, there is nothing worse than a buzzy old mini fridge which one finds in many b&b's but the owners have gotten around this by having one larger communal fridge stocked with a good selection of drinks which one could help oneself to 24/7 or store ones own drinks in. The breakfast is served between 7.30 - 9.30 and all guests sit at a large round table where they can chat and get to know each other. A wide range of goodies can be had at breakfast including cereal, fruit, yogurt, juices, continental style or full English breakfasts, there was enough on offer, one could vary what one ate from day to day without getting bored of eating the same every day. Breakfast was also the ideal chance to get some local knowledge and tips about places to go and explore and our hosts had some wonderful recommendations about restaurants where we could eat and drink in the evenings. They also had a lot of information on local attractions and were quite happy making reservations for us. So Westhill proved to be the perfect place to stay during our visit to Knysna and we will surely be returning some day soon in the not to distant future! …
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Amazing rooms - super spacious bathroom with accessories. Loved the soft dressing gowns. Everything light, new and spotless. Extra comfy bed. Balcony offering great views over Knysna Lagoon. Easy off road parking. Nothing too much trouble for our helpful hostess. What more could you ask for. We'll be back. Thanks for everything Roeleen.
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Date of stay: October 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Roeleen S, Owner at Westhill Luxury Guest House
Responded 11 Jan 2018
It was a great pleasure and looking forward to your next visit and may 2018 be happy and healthy.
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PRICE RANGE
US$100 - US$106 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapeKnysna
NUMBER OF ROOMS
3
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Frequently Asked Questions about Westhill Luxury Guest House
What are some of the property amenities at Westhill Luxury Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Westhill Luxury Guest House?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Westhill Luxury Guest House?
Guests can enjoy a lounge and a poolside bar during their stay.
Is parking available at Westhill Luxury Guest House?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Westhill Luxury Guest House?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Westhill Luxury Guest House have airport transportation?
Yes, Westhill Luxury Guest House offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Westhill Luxury Guest House?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Westhill Luxury Guest House offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to a business centre and meeting rooms during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Westhill Luxury Guest House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Dutch, and Afrikaans.