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Villa Castollini

5.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Room 1 - Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Outdoor wedding area
Lake view
Front of property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Brenton-on-Sea Road, Brenton, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
  • Place, Knysna Lagoon
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Knysna Waterfront
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Knysna Quays
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Room 2 - Superior | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 2 - Superior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lagoon view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room 8 - Superior | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 8 - Superior

  • Lagoon view
  • 1033 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Room 5 - Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 5 - Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 1 - Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 1 - Deluxe

  • Lagoon view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 3 - Standard | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 3 - Standard

  • Lagoon view
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room 4 - Standard | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 4 - Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room 6 - Junior Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 6 - Junior Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room 7 - Junior Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 7 - Junior Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Knysna

When you stay at Villa Castollini in Knysna, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Lagoon. .This luxury guesthouse is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Brenton Beach and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Featherbed Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Brenton Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Knysna Lagoon - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront - 16 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Knysna Quays - 16 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Pezula Golf Club - 25 min drive - 13.3 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chatters - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪34 South - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Villa Castollini

Villa Castollini offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Knysna guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Grab a bite to eat at the guesthouse's poolside bistro, which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Knysna? This guesthouse has facilities measuring 1615 square feet (150 square meters), including a conference center. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 8 AM and 10 AM.
Onsite venue - This poolside bistro specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (1,615 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 300
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 1500 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Villa Castollini House Knysna
Villa Castollini House
Villa Castollini Knysna
Villa Castollini
Villa Castollini Guesthouse Knysna
Villa Castollini Guesthouse
Villa Castollini Knysna
Villa Castollini Guesthouse
Villa Castollini Guesthouse Knysna

Villa Castollini Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Atul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms with the view of the lagoon. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most Beautiful property. Very Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a spectacular location. Kind and helpful staff and the breakfast is magnificent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher, Cape Town

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation . Friendly staff and an unbelievably view. No complaints
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodation is amazing. Friendly staff. I was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri-Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view of the lagoon and Knysna. Friendly staff and manager. Had a great stay.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernst

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Villa Castolini is lovely. From the minute we arrived until we left the staff were friendly and at one's beck & call. Nothing was too much trouble. The room and bathroom were neat, tidy and very clean. The facilities are top notch. A very pleasant stay. One I will definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naznin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spectacular views with an amazing swimming pool.

I found this little gem at the last minute and when I pulled up, I was so pleasantly surprised. It looks like something out of Italy has a Tuscany feel to it but had lots of character and when I went inside it was even more beautiful. Beautiful views from the swimming pool and amazing staff that made my stay very enjoyable. If I ever go back to South Africa, I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Far exceeded expectations

This may have been one of my favourite places that I’ve ever stayed. Where to start! We received a very warm welcome from the staff when we arrived (much later than planned). The property is beautiful, set above the lake just a short drive outside of Knysna. Our room had a huge balcony with a view overlooking the lake. It is such a relaxing and scenic setting that it was difficult to find the motivation to leave during the days! From the amazing breakfast, self service bar, and wonderful staff, this is such a lovely spot to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5*

Best of the best. You will love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on a hill over looking Kisha. Hostess very helpful and recommended things to do and good restaurants. Only complaint would be allowing smoking in the bar room. Would have used it more if not so smelly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John hambidge

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is stunning its a wow factor
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, the staff is very helpful and friendly. Great breakfast. Stunning views, the place is kept clean at a high standard. Well run by the manager. We had some amazing food, the chef was creative and we loved what he created for us even though the restaurant wasn't officially open yet. We will definitely return. I can highly recommend staying at Villa castollini.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5star standard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time at Villa Castollini, the staff were lovely and helpful and the accommodation was excellent with beautiful views! Couldn't fault this stunning place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful, Affordable, but with Limitations

Extraordinary and spectacular classical Italianate structures atop the highest hill in Knysna. Quiet, peaceful, and the photo of the beautiful sunset was taken from the property. Our room was like a honeymoon suite, complete with four poster bed and private terrace with fabulous view. But it's a quirky, albeit charming property, and furnishings, flooring, and the breakfast buffet could all use an update. Francoise is a sweet, caring manager, but there is no staff after 8pm and a well-stocked honor bar is it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nkosana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, Spanish ranch house layout. Serene environment away from city hustle/bustle.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing property with lots of personality. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024