Alexander Guest House - Knysna

$$$$||View on mapKnysna, South Africa30 Glenview Road, Pilot'S View, The Heads, Knysna, South Africa, 6571|
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Alexander Guest House - Knysna
30 Glenview Road, Pilot'S View, The Heads, Knysna, South Africa, 6571·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect · 307 reviews
9.5Perfect
Cleanliness9.7
Location9.7
Staff9.7
Comfort9.6
Facilities9.5
Who stays here
Couples78%
Groups9%
Families7%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect · 307 reviews
9.5Perfect
Cleanliness9.7
Location9.7
Staff9.7
Comfort9.6
Facilities9.5
Who stays here
Couples78%
Groups9%
Families7%
Solo5%

5-star luxury guest house on the Knysna Heads with individually designed suites

Rooms & Suites

Alexander Guest House offers individually designed rooms and suites, each with a private deck and some with a hot tub. The suites include split-level layouts and provide sea views of the Knysna Heads. All rooms come with an en-suite bathroom, minibar, satellite TV, and a surround-sound system.

Amenities & Services

The guest house has a year-round outdoor swimming pool with ocean views and a separate hot tub. Guests receive a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast daily, and the property includes a braai area for sunset barbecues. On-site spa services, a well-stocked honesty bar, and secure parking behind locked gates are available.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Alexander Guest House sits on the Knysna Heads with direct views of the Indian Ocean. The hotel is less than 3 miles from Knysna Golf Course and a 10-minute drive from the Knysna Waterfront restaurants. Nearby attractions include the Garden Route National Park and the beaches of Plettenberg Bay.

Wellness & Relaxation

Guests have access to an outdoor infinity pool, an open-all-year pool with views, and sun loungers on the terrace. Spa and wellness packages include a hot tub and private deck hot tubs in select suites. Sun umbrellas and pool towels are provided for guest use.

Dining & Entertainment

A complimentary gourmet breakfast featuring local flavors is served each morning, with options like Eggs Alexander and homemade poppy seed and orange muffins. The bar offers a selection of wine and champagne, and the walking distance restaurants at Knysna Waterfront are a short ride away. Guests can use the on-site braai area for traditional barbecues while watching the sunset.

  • Location: On the Knysna Heads overlooking the Indian Ocean
  • Rooms: Individually designed suites with private decks and some with hot tubs
  • Dining: Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast with local flavors
  • Wellness: Spa services, hot tub, and infinity pool with ocean views
  • Nearby: Less than 3 miles from Knysna Golf Course and 10 min from waterfront
  • Target: Adults-only, couples, and luxury travelers
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-19:00
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of ZAR 0.1 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:6
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Rooms and availability

Luxury King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    540 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Luxury Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    595 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    650 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Welcome drink

Swimming pool

Infinity pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Spa & wellness center

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • In-room computer
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Alexander Guest House

💵 Lowest room price 197 US$
📏 Distance to center 3.4 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 23.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Plettenberg Bay, PBZ

Location

30 Glenview Road, Pilot'S View, The Heads, Knysna, South Africa, 6571
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30 Glenview Road, Pilot'S View, The Heads, Knysna, South Africa, 6571
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Coney Glen Road
Knysna Heads
100 yd
Parks
View point Eastern Knysna Head
100 yd
22 Glen View Rd
East Head View Point
100 yd
Beach
Coney Glen Beach Knysna
100 yd
Restaurant
2 Stories Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
East Head Cafe
100 yd

Reviews of Alexander Guest House

9.5 /10
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