48 Sonkwas Street, 7381 Paternoster, South Africa
#2 of 16 B&Bs and Inns in Paternoster
Guests' ChoiceBased on 273 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 August 2025
Janice
South AfricaNothing!
Stunning views and position. Lovely accommodation and great breakfast.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Nigel
FranceNo complaints.
What a wonderful guest house, superb location and gracious staff. We wanted a getaway weekend and the Oystercatchers Haven was ideal. The room was so comfortable with a great view of the beach, quiet with the rolling surf. Staff were very pleasant and the breakfast was outstanding.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 12 August 2025
Stefano
ItalyThis is one of my favourite places to stay in the entire South Africa. The boutique hotel is seamless, service warm and professional, room spacious and elegant. What makes it special, though, is its position straight on the beach, offering breathtaking views, specially at sunset.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Diane
United KingdomIts location and fantastic breakfast.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 2 June 2025
Karen
South AfricaAbsolutely exceeded our expectations! What a stunning place to stay. The views are incredible. Host is friendly and welcoming! Room was stunning! We had the most amazing breakfast! Attention to detail on the everything! We did not want to leave!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 26 May 2025
Patricia
South Africai wouldve liked a longer stay
breakfast was good, offered an extensive choice, i only had a muffin as we were expected elsewhere for a party.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 26 May 2025
Bridget
South AfricaLoved everything about Oystercatcher's. Especially the staff and the view.
Breakfast was decent.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 24 May 2025
Nicholas
United KingdomThat we didn't stay longer!
Breakfast, location and general energy of this place were unmatched. Felt relaxed and cared for from the get-go, without feeling smothered as you can do in smaller, more intimate guesthouses. Super clean, super comfy, little touches thought of throughout and an excellent host. Only regret is that we didn't stay longer.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 19 May 2025
Peter
BelgiumNothing.
The beautiful location in front of the beach. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 9 May 2025
Julie
South AfricaThe location was perfect, right on the beach. A lovely stroll to great restaurants. We stayed in room 4 and it was bliss to sit on your own sun bed right outside the door and watch the sun set every evening.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 8 May 2025
David
New ZealandGardener fluffy around our outdoor space when we wanted to enjoy sitting outside in the sun and enjoy the view
Absolutely beautiful setting and the furnishings and decor were so welcoming and tasteful. Breakfast was excellent and so too the service. Thanks Andy, Susan and the back room staff
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 22 April 2025
Alan
South AfricaThe View, the breakfast, the beach, the style, the everything.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Trevor
South AfricaAn amazing stay which was underpinned by the exceptional service and hospitality of Ansu and her team. We will definitely return
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Geoff
South AfricaLocation and view of the beach and ocean was spectacular. Quiet and private and just far enough away from town.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Wolfaardt
South Africanothing!
The best! We could have breakfast in the private of our own patio with the most beautiful view. Freshly baked scone and nothing was too much to ask. The staff were exceptional!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 6 April 2025
Sonia
South AfricaLocation location!!! Most beautiful views from our room, the breakfast room, the pool area. Loved the ambiance
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Tholwana
South AfricaThe manager was fantastic throughout my stay. The ladies that assist were friendly and accommodating. A lovely stay with great views.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Anthony
United StatesLiked everything! Ambiance, location on white sand beach, hospitality, breakfast. Recommend highly
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 5 March 2025
Paul
SwedenIf you get room #4, praise the Lord. The view is amazing and the feeling is as you are one with the sea and beach. your host Ansu is wonderful, the girls working the place very sweet and great! Brakfast excellent! it is your place of tranquility and heaven while you are in Paternoster.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Peter
United KingdomNothing
Perfect location, right on the beach where the views were fantastic. It was comfortable, quiet and the staff made you so welcome! Ansu was the perfect host and the 3 course breakfast was superb.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 14 February 2025
Ingrid
FranceEverything!!!! The guest house is just above the beach. The view of the beach is stunning! We had sea views from our rooms from every angle! There were sunbeds right outside our rooms, close to the pool. We received a warm welcome on arrival and the place is spotless. The decor is very tasteful, old world mixed with modern. We had coffee/tea making facilities in our rooms. Breakfast was delicious and so beautifuly presented! The bathrobes and our bed linen turned down for us were just another added touch! I highly recommend The Oystercatcher's Haven!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 9 February 2025
Dimitri
BelgiumAuthentic house, relaxed, great views
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 28 January 2025
Sunthurie
South AfricaWe loved everything
Perfect location! We stayed in room 1 which has the beach at your doorstep! We loved the furnishings in the room, it had so much character. The breakfast was lovely. Would love to come back again one day! Thank you to our lovely hostess and the lovely staff who were so friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 24 January 2025
Nick
United KingdomIt is simply the best place to stay in Paternoster
Stayed in January 2025
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