We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Protea Guest House

7 Protea St, Knysna, South Africa
Hotel amenities
Protea Guest House
Ranked #40 of 86 Knysna B&B and Inns
Show the lowest price for this hotel*
Enter dates 1 night 2 nights
Show Prices
* We search the top travel sites for the best price
Agoda.com
Traveller Reviews
Room Prices
Write a Review

29 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    15
    11
    0
    3
    0
Date Rating
Durban
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

this guest house looks nothing like the pictures ,we had booked two nights stayed one ,the whole place is best described as tired ,there is no off road parking ,breakfast served to your room is basic to say the least ,also no wi fi ,as for t v channels s a b c 1 2 3 only ,who even watches... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Cape Town Central, South Africa
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

We spent 4 days. Absolutely lovely cottage. perfectly serviced and the breakfast was the perfect start to our day. Great value! The owner was very friendly and it was perfectly located for trips to Knysna and the surrounding area.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Lesley T for Knysna
Dublin, Ireland
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Excellent accommodation with great view over the Knysna lagoon, very clean and comfortable. As my daughter said " a fantastic tree-house" Enjoy a lovely breakfast served on you balcony. Great value for money.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Reading
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

We stayed here for 5 nights. Wonderful atmosphere. Charming host with nice cooked breakfast each morning. Nothing is too troublesome. Bed is comfortable. Nice base to be if you want to explore Kynesna. Bed is very comfortable.We had a nice time destressing ourselves in a tranquil environment.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Hermanus, South Africa
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013 via mobile

We stayed in the two bed cottage with the B & B option. Clean rooms, comfy beds, beautiful views over the lagoon and towards the Heads. Friendly service and a lovely breakfast to start the day. Highly recommended and great value.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Cape Town Central, South Africa
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

We stayed for 2 nights in two rooms, each room was set up for s/c, we opted for B&B, large rooms both with a deck with a beautiful view of the Lagoon. The site is elevated and therefore you need to be able to climb stairs, the gardens are full of birds and plants that are indigenous to ZA. The... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Andrew S for Knysna
CAPE TOWN
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013

My sister in law (from the UK) and I stayed at Protea Guest House for 3 nights and can really recommend it. It was good value for money. The view from the balcony of the lagoon and causeway is incredible and we really liked the 'jungle' setting and the birds. The balcony had lounging chairs which were very comfortable. It... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013 via mobile

My Dad and I stayed at Protea Guest House for 5 nights in January and we were very impressed with both the location  and setting of the guest house. We stayed in the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom cottage which had stunning views over the Knysna Heads and lagoon. Although the cottage is equipped for self catering, we stayed on a b&b... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Pretoria, South Africa
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

It was great experience thanks to hospitality of our host, Adri and the team. Rooms are super clean and cosy. The view from balconies is amazing. It was such a pleasure to have a breakfast and watch the Knysna lagoon while eating. The garden is very nice and it is full of birds. Location is very good. Everything is in... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Centurion, South Africa
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2012

Excellent accommodation in beautiful chalet with great view over the Knysna lagoon. Luscious garden with many birds. Enjoy a nice breakfast served on you balcony. Friendly host and staff. Great value for money. Highly recommended. Marius

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
 
 
Protea Guest House
Enter dates 1 night 2 nights
 
 
Inyathi Guest Lodge
Great value on a similar hotel
Knysna, Western Cape
4.5 of 5 stars 81 Reviews
Show Prices
Still looking for a hotel?
Travellers also viewed these Knysna hotels
Paradise Found 5.0 of 5 stars 21 reviews Inyathi Guest Lodge 4.5 of 5 stars 81 reviews Abalone Lodges 4.0 of 5 stars 27 reviews Panorama Lodge 5.0 of 5 stars 67 reviews
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1958685?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d459754?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1748381?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1022974?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
View all 29 hotels in Knysna, ranked by popularity

Been to Protea Guest House? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Protea Guest House

Address: 7 Protea St, Knysna, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Knysna
Amenities:
Room Service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #40 of 86 B&Bs / Inns in Knysna
Price range (per night): S$60 - 81
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Set in a tropical garden with abundant bird life in a quiet lane. We are a full bed and breakfast with a self catering option. The timber cottages have lovely views over the lagoon. Winding stairs lead to three separate cottages, each with a private sun deck and barbecue facilities. Well equipped kitchenettes offer a self-catering option. Breakfast is served on your own sun deck. Walking distance to town center and restaurants. Laundry and e-mail facilities available. Children are welcome. ... more   less 
Reservation Options:
TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Agoda so you can book your Protea Guest House reservations with confidence. We help millions of travellers each month to find the perfect hotel for both holiday and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers.

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Protea Guest House, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing
Protea Guest House
Show the lowest price for this hotel
Enter dates 1 night 2 nights
Show Prices