Kanonkop House

Lodge

Kanonkop House

From

ZAR 3,400 pps · per night

Where

Garden Route

About the lodge

An overview of Kanonkop House.

Kanonkop House combines service and relaxed luxury in an intimate and unique guest experience.

Highlights

  • Kanonkop House is a luxury Garden Route hideaway that celebrates sophisticated design.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Knysna Lagoon and Heads.
  • Kanonkop House is beautifully positioned at the top of Kanonkop Hill in a private indigenous forest.

You Should Know

  • Children over the age of 10 years are welcome at the guest house.
  • Children are accommodated on a single bed in all rooms except the Paradise Room.

The Detail

Consistently voted among the Top 25 Hotels in Africa (TripAdvisor), guests from all over the world are hosted in a refined family home while enjoying the service and excellence of five-star boutique accommodation.

Kanonkop House is beautifully positioned at the top of Kanonkop Hill in a private indigenous forest, overlooking the iconic Knysna Lagoon, with breathtaking views stretching all the way to the famous Knysna Heads and Indian Ocean. The tranquil setting, just outside of the main town centre, allows guests to relax and enjoy the natural beauty the Garden Route is famed for. Restaurants, activities, and shops in the town of Knysna are just a five-minute drive away.

In-house activities include discounted golf, cycling, birding, hiking, kayaking, visits to the beach, and various watersports. Kanonkop House is also ideally situated to take advantage of all Garden Route tourist attractions. The hosts are always on hand to make recommendations and arrange bookings for guests.

The property has only seven rooms and is not open to the public, ensuring true privacy for guests. For families and small groups, the Kanonkop team hosts guests at a selection of exclusive-use villas situated throughout Knysna. These villas range from locations on the beach or waterways of the lagoon to settings at beautiful local golf courses. Packages at the villas can be tailored to suit guests' preferences, whether they wish for self-catering or full hosting services.

Price Includes

  • Accommodation, breakfast, 24-hour concierge, and all local beverages from the bar and minibar.

The same as booking direct

Rates and pricing.

Per person sharing, per night, in ZAR. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.

Valid until 20 Jan 2027

Why book through us

You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Kanonkop House personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.

By season

Green season

1 Apr 2026 – 31 May 2026

Bed & Breakfast - Breakfast daily, 24-hour concierge and all local beverages from the bar and mini bar

ZAR 3,400

Peak / migration

1 Jun 2026 – 31 Aug 2026

Bed & Breakfast - Breakfast daily, 24-hour concierge and all local beverages from the bar and mini bar

ZAR 3,200

Peak / migration

1 Sept 2026 – 19 Dec 2026

Bed & Breakfast - Breakfast daily, 24-hour concierge and all local beverages from the bar and mini bar

ZAR 3,600

Festive

20 Dec 2026 – 20 Jan 2027

Bed & Breakfast - Breakfast daily, 24-hour concierge and all local beverages from the bar and mini bar

ZAR 4,600

Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.

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