Head over Hills
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Head over Hills
Coney Glen Road, 22 Glen View Rd, The Heads, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
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With a stay at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat in Knysna, you'll be next to a golf course, just a 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 9 minutes by foot from Eastern Head View Point. This luxury guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Knysna Lagoon and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Leisure Isle.Show More
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4.6/5Great·Cleanliness: 4.6
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Amenities
Golf CourseOutdoor Swimming PoolMassage RoomPrivate ParkingFreeAirport Shuttle ServiceBarRestaurantMeeting RoomWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Airport: Plettenberg Bay Airport
(34.7 km)
Train: Goukamma Railway Station
(19.6 km)
Landmarks: Knysna Heads
(<100m)
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Room (Whale)
1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Minibar
TV
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Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Minibar
TV
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11
Room (Dolphin)
1 King bed or 2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Minibar
TV
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16
Room (Captain's)
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Minibar
TV
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7
Room (Viewpoint)
1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Minibar
TV
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11
Room (Oyster)
1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Minibar
TV
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7
Seahorse Room
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Minibar
TV
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9
Room (Pansy Shell)
1 King bed or 2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Minibar
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Guest Reviews(23)
4.6/5
Great
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.6
- Amenities4.6
- Location4.6
- Service4.6
Guest User
March 1, 2024
We had a bespoke stay with a fantastic sleep in an Hästens bed. At Head over Hills everything is personalised, Therese, Martin and the team are hosts with hearts. This place is a jewel along the Garden Route which will remain on our pocket list
Guest User
April 1, 2024
Head Over Hills is truly one of the best hotels I’ve ever had the pleasure of staying at! The location is simply sublime. The views from the hotel are truly stunning, think French Riviera! Apart from the excellent amenities and location, the service was top-notch. My special thanks to Solani and Webster for making our visit so incredibly special, and organizing a surprise for my father’s birthday. Their affable and genial demeanor, paired with their attention to detail made for a remarkable combo. Finally, the food was as delicious as it gets! For both breakfast and supper, the options were amazing. And of course, the wine option is as expansive and incredible as it gets. Thank you Head Over Hills!
Guest User
February 19, 2024
Hotel classifies itself as a luxury retreat, but is far from that. Our room wasn't proper cleaned in months. Everywhere dust and dead flies. I didn't want to walk in our room without shoes on. Rooms are small and outside no privacy. Furniture in the common areas definitely needs an upgrade, all is worn out. For people from the Netherland, the hotel is less than a Van der Valk hotel. The owner isn't as nice as well. We didn't feel very welcome when we went to have outside diner and returned in the evening to the hotel. Don't reserve a room here. There are better hotels, perhaps not with this view but with better service, better food and a better value for money.
Bjarne
January 12, 2024
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..
Guest User
January 12, 2024
I went this month with my family to stay at Head Over Hills, Knysna for 3 nights. HOH is a small boutique hotel which used to be a home. The hotel faces the breathtaking side of the Knysna Lagoon with the two heads. It's an expensive hotel but worth staying because of the view. The owner, personally comes to greet his customers. The staff is very friendly and accomodating. We had dinner two of the three nights we were there and the food was delicious. Each room had the veiw of the lagoon. We loved it!
Guest User
January 6, 2024
An experience we’ll cherish forever! Staying at Head over hills is out of this world; Magical in every way! The view, nature surrounding it, the food, attention to detail, the service and atmosphere is wonderful. Not to mention the vines and the knowledge in this place! We came for a weekend and only wished we’d stayed longer:) Had great food, vines and views that will stay with us for life. Both a place to be active and to relax. Golf course and expertise at hand (even clubs to borrow) Massage to refresh us and a wonderful vine cellar to excite us. Highly recommended!
Guest User
December 22, 2023
We had the most amazing experience at Head over Hills! Breathtaking scenery welcomes you as you walk through the door, and it only gets better from there. The food was exquisite and the wine list is second to none. The beds are the most comfortable you will ever sleep on. Head over Hills is the only establishment in Africa that has the world renowned Hästens beds. Unwind and spoil yourself with a massage on the premises. This is as good as it gets, can't wait to be back.
Guest User
November 24, 2023
Our wine club celebrated our Christmas party at Head Over Hills. The food and service were excellent with owner Martin hands on and making us feel very welcome. The hotel has the best position and view on the Garden Route and we all felt very privileged to be there. Highly recommended!!
Guest User
July 25, 2023
Spent fantastic weekend. Amazing views, great host and excellent food which is better than the best restaurants. Selection of wines is for the connoisseur. If you in the area, this is the place to stay with the best views over the Heads. A unique offering is that the beds are from Hastens.....which are handmade in Sweden.
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–19:00
Check-out: 07:00–11:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–22:00
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children cannot stay at this hotel.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
StyleA la carte
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Property Description
- Opened: 2004
- Renovated: 2019
- Number of Rooms: 8
With a stay at Head over Hills Luxury Retreat in Knysna, you'll be next to a golf course, just a 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 9 minutes by foot from Eastern Head View Point. This luxury guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Knysna Lagoon and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Leisure Isle.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Head over Hills Luxury Retreat, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms featuring free minibar items and Smart televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Partially open bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Head over Hills Luxury Retreat, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms featuring free minibar items and Smart televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Partially open bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Golf Course
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Massage Room
Private ParkingFree
Airport Shuttle ServiceAdditional charge
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting RoomAdditional charge
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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