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About this property
Elegant Accommodation: BWHALE guest house B&B in Knysna offers a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services, a 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking enhance the stay. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy a lounge, outdoor fireplace, indoor and outdoor play areas, and family rooms. Additional facilities include a tour desk, barbecue facilities, and free toiletries. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, buffet, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits are served. Prime Location: Located 33 km from Plettenberg Bay Airport, the property is near attractions such as Pezula Golf Club (4 km) and Knysna Heads (5 km). Guests appreciate the garden, breakfast, and friendly host.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- BBQ facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Louis
South Africa
“Great hospitality! You will be well taken care of as a guest!” - Thomas
Germany
“Friendly intimate hotel with beautiful garden and the best breakfast in our SA tour.” - Thomas
Germany
“Best place to be in Knysna at an affordable price. The House is beautiful with a big nice garden. The staff is extremely friendly and we had the best breakfast at BWhale (large selection of fresh, home made, quality food) We highly recommend BWhale” - Conrad
South Africa
“Quiet, peaceful location. Very friendly hosts and amazing food!” - Martin
Germany
“What a gem of a guesthouse! Yente and her family constantly went the extra mile in making our stay a perfect one. The rooms are comfy and clean, the breakfast and dinners delicious! We'd love to visit again!” - Swann
France
“Thank you so much for your warm hospitality! It was a delightful surprise both in terms of the personal touch and the culinary experience. We highly recommend the breakfast and dinner—everything is homemade and absolutely incredible. It was a true...” - Cameren
Austria
“The family was super friendly and very knowledgeable of the area. They gave us good tips and were always available. Very beautiful property with a lovely garden. The breakfast was so delicious, everything was made from scratch and freshly cooked,...” - Daniel
Germany
“Great stay with super friendly hosts Thanks for the great Christmas dinner and all the extra effort” - Harry
South Africa
“Amazing stay, we were on our honeymoon and the host decorated the room and left a message. the setting and garden is amazing and the bathroom was such a great experience, with the glass view of outside.” - Kaylene
South Africa
“Absolutely everything! This place is unbelievable. The hosting is incredible, they are so warm and welcoming from start to finish. The breakfast is out of this world and everything is homemade. They become like family after just a few days. I...”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.