Guest House The Lazy Lion
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About this property
Elegant Accommodations: Guest House The Lazy Lion in Knysna offers a recently renovated adults-only bed and breakfast with a swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and a lounge. Additional facilities include a games room, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, buffet, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Local specialties, juice, pancakes, cheese, and fruits are served daily. Prime Location: Located 21 mi from Plettenberg Bay Airport, the property is near attractions such as Knysna Forest and Knysna Heads. Water sports and hiking are popular activities in the surrounding area.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Airport shuttle
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Meeyoung
United States“Great location and really enjoyed the stay and hospitality. Check-in/out process was a breeze. The room was comfortable and very nicely decorated; the view from the balcony was also nice. Enjoyed quality of food and personal touch of the...” - Zizo
South Africa“Thank you so much Ella and Ricardo for hosting in you lovely home. Everything was exceptional and we really appreciated that you waited for us and allowed us to check in a bit later. You made us feel so special. The breakfast was out of this...” - Hannabuss
United Kingdom“Lovely guest House perfect position large bedroom with wonderful views perfect swimming pool great breakfast lovely hosts” - Abdullah
Saudi Arabia“Nice place, Amazing view very nice hospitality If i ever will come again to knynsa i will not hesitate to come back here again Best regards Ricardo&Ella.” - Robert United Kingdom“The hosts made us so welcome and gave us lots of information on places to visit. Breakfast was amazing with beautiful dishes to try each morning View from balcony was beautiful”
- Charlotte United Kingdom“We were in SA for 12 days and the bed we had here was the best by far. So comfortable! Ella and Ricardo were incredibly welcoming and friendly and couldn't have been more hospitable. I would definitely recommend the Lazy Lion.”
- Hiten United Kingdom“Amazing location, fantastic views from our room (No 6), super hosts and staff”
Namit
India“We stayed at Lazy Lion for two nights. The setup was really comfortable and the host made it an incredible experience. They shared their insights on Knysna and South Africa and helped us refine our itenary for better. Interior was very interesting...”- Celest South Africa“We had such a fantastic stay at The Lazy Lion Guest House in Knysna. Ella and Ricardo were so friendly and welcoming — they really went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. The rooms were extremely...”
- Marianne
New Zealand“What didn’t we like! It is the place to go if you are in the area. The views, the fabulous breakfast, the comfortable bed, the great hosts and very capable staff, it was the perfect end to our holiday in South Africa. It was so good we stayed an...”
Managed by Ricardo & Ella
Company review score: 10Based on 104 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Company info
Hello! We are Ricardo & Ella. We're a Dutch couple with a passion for hospitality. We love to offer our guests the luxury and rest they deserve. Maybe we will see you soon in our little piece of Paradise!
Property info
Boasting a magnificent view over the Knysna Lagoon and the iconic Knysna Heads. Away from the busy Knysna Central, yet still only a stone's throw away. Equipped with spacious and luxurious rooms with their own private terrace with stunning views. Our outdoor swimming pool provides relaxation and serenity while enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
Neighborhood info
Situated right between our favourite attractions in Knysna: towards town we have the Knysna Waterfront, Featherbed Experience and Thesen Islands. The other way we have the serene Brenton On Sea and Buffels Bay for your leisurely desires. Furthermore are we located closely to 3 major golf courses in Knysna: The Knysna Golf Course, Simola and Pezula.
Languages Spoken
English,DutchArea info
House rules
Guest House The Lazy Lion takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Guest House The Lazy Lion of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
