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Reviews of De View

2 Greenhill Lane, Paradise, 6570 Knysna, South Africa

#2 of 93 B&Bs and Inns in Knysna

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Review score

Based on 163 B&B reviews

9.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    10
    Dom and Hans were the most lovely hosts. All their recommendations on the activities to do in town and also neighboring
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing to fault

    My partner and I loved everything about the property, the cozy room and the beautiful views. The bed was massive with amble extra blankets for the chilly nights. The neighborhood is so peaceful and quite and safe for the morning runs and strolls - just what we needed

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was amazing 👌😍 Rooms were clean and comfortable I enjoyed everything ❤️❤️❤️

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view of Knysna was breathtaking. The breakfast every morning was delicious and the hosts Hans and Dominique were very welcoming.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2025

    10
    Picturesque!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is my second stay at De View and I already cannot wait to come back! What a beautiful place. Wish I could rate it 100/10

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I highly recommend this B&B! The host’s organization was flawless, ensuring everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The breakfast was delicious and extensive, with a wide range of fresh and tasty options. Our room was modern, comfortable, and had a stunning view of the Knysna Lagoon—a perfect way to start the day. The hosts were incredibly helpful and went above and beyond to make our stay special. Overall, a fantastic experience that I would love to repeat!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2025

    10
    Amazing stay with personal touches
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No negatives

    We had an amazing stay with breath taking views of the lagoon from the balcony. Alit of attention to detail in the room. And also host makes an incredible breakfast with lovely home made bread and exotic cut fruit. Each day a different variety and breakfast brought to the balcony. One of the best places we stayed and would highly recommend

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our stay at Da View was just incredible. You are being welcomed by the amazing hosts Dom and Hans, who are really passionate about the place. The rooms are clean and have a wonderful balcony with a view of the Knysna Bay, which was perfect for sunrises. The breakfast served by Dom and Hans is great, fresh and slightly varies every day. Thank you again!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    10
    Everything was wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great

    Location, views, breakfast

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2025

    10
    Don’t think we could have found a better place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The plentiful breakfast was delicious, served on our balcony with an exceptional view of Knysna. Our hosts, Dom and Hans, were also exceptional.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2025

    10
    It doesn't get much better than this!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Incredibly welcoming, helpful hosts. Fabulous breakfast each day. Picture-perfect views over the bay. Couldn't ask for anything more!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2025

    10
    Another great stay at one of our favourite guest houses on the Western Cape.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - we love De View.

    The hospitality at De View is outstanding. Hans & Dom are friendly & helpful and ensure that you have everything you need during your stay. Rooms are spotlessly clean, uncluttered, comfortable and well equipped. The view is gorgeous and the breakfast is perfect. A very generous continental spread with cooked eggs and lovely home baked goodies. Perfection!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2025

    10
    Fabulous !!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Breakfast was1st class Well presented , fresh fruit, home baked bread, Heaven!!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2025

    10
    Magic !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Everything was perfect. The place, the room, the view. The breakfast is incredible like a 5 stars hotel. And above all, Dom and Hans are very kind, helpfull and devoted. We will come back if we can in the future for sure. <3

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2025

    10
    10/ 10 accommodation with great hosts and an amazing breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dom and Hans are wonderful hosts who welcomed us with recommendations for the area, a wonderful breakfast, and a lot of kindness. The room comes with a balcony on which, if the weather allows it, the breakfast is served, and the view is just stunning. We can only recommend this accommodation.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2025

    10
    Unforgettable!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Super nice and attentive hosts. We had the room on the top floor with a great view of the Knysna estuary. The excellent breakfast is lovingly prepared and served at the desired time on your own balcony. The room is very nice, modern and practically furnished with a terrace and a great view. Super comfortable bed, we slept really well. (we didn´t want to leave at all;))

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2025

    10
    The hosts are very good, they helped up with a guide for the area and were helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The breakfast was amazing, it was set up in the balcony with a beautiful view

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2025

    10
    The whole visit was perfect from arrival to departure. Domini & Hans are superb hosts. Ourstanding. Thank you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There isn’t anything!

    The property is in a fabulous location with the most amazing view of the lagoon from our room - stunning. Parking right outside the entrance to the bedroom was perfect. Our room was lovely - spotless with every facility we could wish for in it. Great attention to detail from the hosts Domini & Hans which was noticed and much appreciated. Breakfast a delight especially Hans home made banana bread/cake! Everything (huge selection of bread, fruit, juice, eggs throughout our stay) was served up beautifully and all of it so fresh.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The couple was so hospitable and welcoming. In addition, the breakfast and the attention to detail and their thoughtfulness with regards to my partner following a kosher dietary laws, and his Sabbath. We really appreciate it

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2025

    10
    Best room you can get in knysna
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Probably the best room we stayed in during our visit, very clean, helpful and responding to all requests and answering all questions asked Definitely recommend staying here as the added bonus is the very nice breakfast served to our room

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2025

    9.0
    We had a great time at Dom and Hans’s B&B. Ample breakfast, even beach towels! They were both very knowledgeable abo
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only two rooms (that we were aware of) in the event that we have a bigger party in the future we would not be able to stay there 😩 - unless they expand but that is their choice 😁

    Very clean, lovely views and great facilities

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2025

    10
    FANTASTIC
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great.

    The owners were amazing! They were so welcoming and lovely. They welcome you and instantly give you recomandations in and information about Knysna. The view from the balcony is beautiful.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2025

    10
    A highlight of our holiday!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we couldn’t stay longer!

    Dom and Hans had thought of everything, could not have been more attentive and informative. Amazing breakfast and attention to detail.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Exceptional hospitality from hosts Hans and Dom. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Knysna.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Our stay in Knysna was fantastic. Hans and Dominique were exceptional hosts who went out of their way to ensure we had all the information needed to make the most of our time in the area. They were always available to answer questions and offer recommendations but were never invasive, striking the perfect balance of attentiveness. The breakfast was a real highlight—delicious and a unique touch that added so much to the experience (big fan of the homemade banana bread). The room was comfortable, and the facilities were excellent, making the stay both relaxing and enjoyable. I would highly recommend staying here.

    Stayed in December 2024

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