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Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and spa services

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Room (Captain's) | Bathroom
Property grounds
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Room (Dolphin)

Room (Dolphin)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Room (Oyster)

Room (Oyster)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 215 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Seahorse)

Room (Seahorse)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 269 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Whale)

Room (Whale)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Pansy Shell)

Room (Pansy Shell)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Room (Captain's)

Room (Captain's)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Viewpoint)

Room (Viewpoint)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
22 Glen View Drive, Coney Glen, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571

What's nearby

  • Eastern Head View Point - 9 min walk
  • Leisure Isle - 6 min drive
  • Pezula Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • Knysna Waterfront - 10 min drive
  • Thesen Island - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Bridge Brewing Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪White Washed - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Petal - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪East Head Café - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bosun's Pub & Grill - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Luxury boutique guesthouse by the ocean
Free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Concierge services, meeting rooms, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat boast comforts such as furnished balconies and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and free stocked minibars.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • 54-cm Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Walk-in Wine Cellar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf carts
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery release events

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 54-cm smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 995.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 995.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat House Knysna
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Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat Guesthouse Knysna
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat Guesthouse
Head over Hills Retreat Knysn
Head Over Hills Retreat Knysna
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat Knysna
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Frequently asked questions

Does Head over Hills Luxury Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat on Mar 5, 2025 start from CA $403.47, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Head over Hills Luxury Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Head over Hills Luxury Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Head over Hills Luxury Retreat located?

Situated by the ocean, this luxury guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, Eastern Head View Point, and Knysna Lagoon. West Head View Point and Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Head over Hills Luxury Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee

This was an all around amazing experience. We stayed in the whale suite which had amazing views of ocean and cliff sides. We saw a pod of dolphins before dinner. Dinner was made there by an excellent chef. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Frieda

Great stay.
Everything was great. The food was really fantastic. The viewpoint room is advertised on Hotels.com as having a king sized bed. The bed in that room is not a king size but much smaller. We were moved to another room with a less spectacular view but we still had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bjarne

Venue worth to visit
Great to be back at the beautiful venue after 6 years. However the venue needs to maintain an ever doing upgrade and maintenance aa the location and rooms - which will be torn and worn after the years. Another issue - it suits better to have fresh flowers in the restaurant - than wethered leaves and flowers, as the hotel is a 5 star boutique hotel..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank-Oliver

Das Hotel ist sehr gut gelegen und einen traumhaften Blick auf die Hafenausfahrt. Wir haben viel auf dem Balkon verbracht, um diese Aussicht zu genießen. Sehr gutes Essen, man darf bestellen, was einen anmacht und sehr freundliches Personal. Besser geht es nicht, wir kommen in jedem Fall wieder.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

gerry

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Wir waren im Zimmer mit Aussicht - super Terrasse mit super Ausblick- bestest Zimmer um morgens, Abends und auch tagsüber die Sonne zu genießen. In der Dusche wäre es sicher nötig das Silikon regelmäßig auszutauschen und somit gegen die Schimmelanfälligkeit durch die feuchte Luft zu verbessern.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhoma

EXCELLEN
This is the most beautiful hotel , stunning view , friendly staff , good food who got a complimentary upgrade , will stay at Head of Heals again and again , Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dexter

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mzamo

Perfect getaway, amazing views and the staff is just tooo amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great hotel with a spectacular view. Loved every minute. Dinner under the stars. Breakfast on the terrace overviwkng the lagoon
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Ett magiskt läge, kan nog inte finnas många bättre ställen i världen.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful Ocean Views in Knysna
Our room was small, but very well designed and the view was to die for. Sitting outside at night was incredible. They have larger rooms and they all have a great view. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bjarne

Wonderfull and luxury place
We were not used to before to stay at that very high standard and luxury and outstanding service with the most faboulous vies. Just outstanding. Only regrets that we didnt book more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

Incredible place
Beautiful room with amazing views . Very Good breakfast. We could see The Waves just from our window. I Would Like to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

dremirates, Pliezhausen

Bestes Cliff Top Boutique Hotel Afrikas
Nach sehr freundlichem Empfang verbrachten wir den Nachmittag auf der riesigen Terasse unserer Ein-Raum Elefanten-Suite bei kostenlosem Bier aus dem roten Design Smeg. Aussicht auf Knysna Bucht von dort ist ein highlight und eine der allerbesten ganz Afrikas. Hotelpreis sehr teuer aber ein must an der Gartenroute.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Romantic getaway on top of the cliffs
Fantastic views from the deck, great rooms and service. Food was very good, bit strange they have rules on having your own food or snacks though (never had that at a guest house before)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Phantastischer Blick von den Knysna Heads.
Wir waren 2 Tage dort. Die Aussicht ist gigantisch. Das Personal sehr freundlich und das Restaurant sehr zu empfehlen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

The staff were super friendly and courteous. Would love to stay there again for longer!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Axel, Mannheim

Sehr schönes Hotel in Top-Aussichtslage
Atemberaubender Blick vom Zimmer aus! Sehr schönes, gepflegtes Haus, luxoriös aber lohnend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Breathtaking
Breathtaking property and 5* + service
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

luxury hotel, very boutique and intimate. views in real are better than the photos
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

The location was great, the ocean views were stunning, and we saw dolphins enjoying some play time in the afernoon. The staff and owner were very friendly and hospitable and made us feel at home from the time we arrived until we departed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurent