45 Ridge Driv Paradise, Paradise, 6570 Knysna, South Africa
#60 of 93 B&Bs and Inns in Knysna
Guests' ChoiceBased on 104 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 2 September 2025
Morar
ZimbabweThe owner, Kevin was absolutely welcoming, friendly and was helpful. I am so grateful for that. The location wad excellent and had beautiful views There was easy access to the Waterfront and Theasan island. Safe location
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Rochelle
South AfricaWater pressure in the shower/bath needs attention, reason for it could be the municipality. Didn't ask.
Location is great, with a beautiful view of the Knysna Heads and Lagoon. Breakfast was superb.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 July 2025
Emtiyaz
United KingdomThank you Kevin, my one night stay was great. appreciate it.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 June 2025
Ingrid
South AfricaEverything met my expectations.
I enjoyed my stay at Moncrieff Manor. The room and the bed were very comfortable, and the view is stunning. Kevin is not only friendly but also very helpful, gives you very good advice for outings, restaurant, etc.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Terri
South AfricaBreakfast was good, with attentive service from the owner, Kevin.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Krzysztof
PolandAll was great
Kevin, the owner, is a great and very a hospitable person. I loved the breakfast, the view from the terrace and location of the hotel. Addidionally, the common areas are very cozy and encourage spending time there after a long day of traveling. The rooms are also cozy and the beds are comfortable
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 6 March 2025
Dale
United StatesThe views, the host, the breakfast were outstanding. This was a really nice place to stay. If I ever come back, I’d stay here again.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 31 January 2025
Sue
United KingdomDifficult to find, you would need Sat Nav, or a local to advise. Sat TV limited international channels.
Host Kevin warmly welcomed & looked after us throughout our stay. Stunning views, location high on ridge looking over Knysna. Beautiful property, large & comfortable rooms. Small kitchenette, fridge/freezer, kettle, microwave, hot plate. For those evenings you may want to cook. Amenities range in bathroom are pleasant to use. Breakfast plentiful, meeting dietary needs. Ample parking, but definitely you need a vehicle, as roads very steep. Various Retail close on the main road. Great value for money.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 17 January 2025
Mark
South AfricaNot really a boutique type hotel experience better suited for short stays. Was upgraded but the room was damp and looked onto a parking lot. Little privacy and dated furniture and facilitaties. No pool or grass area. Drive to accommodation tedious up steep hill and poor roads. Very limited TV channels no Netflix or DSTV channels. Shared facilties like a dated home.
The views and the hosts Kevin and his wife offer great hospitality. The breakfasts are great. Comfortable beds and clean sheets.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 8 January 2025
Buyiseka
South AfricaLocation, the view and the Persian deco. Kevin was friendly. I also loved the breakfast with a stunning view of the lagoon and the sea.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 7 January 2025
Jacques
South AfricaGreat breakfast with exceptional views of the heads.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 22 December 2024
Lombaard
South AfricaGreat location, exceptional views of the estuary and heads. The host was friendly and knowledgeable on the area and activities. Full breakfast was a bonus!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 21 November 2024
Carol
South AfricaThe location is stunning, the host friendly and available, accommodating and knowledgeable about places to eat and visit.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 30 June 2024
Seth
South AfricaSome of the facilities in the rooms are a bit outdated. They match the feel of the home but the amenities are somewhat basic.
Beautiful location with a lovely building and outside seating area.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 24 June 2024
Pretorius
South AfricaLovely breakfast, with a beautiful view of the Knysna heads and lagoon!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Tucker
South AfricaLovely breakfast. Wonderful friendly hosts
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Shaun
South AfricaVery friendly hosts.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Henrique
United StatesIt’s 2km from the waterfront, Uber works poorly, and difficult to arrange a taxi, so you will probably have to drive to get something to eat. They also don’t have any drinks or snacks available.
Beautiful house with a great view to the waterfront. The rooms aren’t too large, but still very good sizes. The owners are great, nice breakfast, and very simple check in and out!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Tulsi
South AfricaThere was nothing that did not meet my expectations.
The breakfast was tasty, and filling and the service was exceptional. The view of the Lagoon is breathtaking. The location is fantastic and the surroundings peaceful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Alan
South AfricaThere was nothing to dislike
Friendly banter with all preasant
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Jonathan
United StatesGreat view, wonderful host, very comfortable room
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Caroline
JerseyLovely place and excellent hosts, very helpful and friendly. A lovely place for peace and quiet and home cooked breakfast. Kevin and his wife are lovely and nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommend
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Veerle
BelgiumWe overlooked the fact that there was no swimmingpool, our mistake - but we were a bit disappoined by the outdoor facilities in general. The front ot he house is taken up by the entrance and parking, so you do not really have a nice private seating area outside . There is ni back up electricity, also not for the minimum lighting.
Beautiful view over the bay. Very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
David
United KingdomNothing ..
Great host, excellent breakfast and good value . Stunning views over the waterfront
Stayed in January 2024
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