Gonana Guesthouse

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Gonana Guesthouse in Paternoster offers a saltwater swimming pool, lush garden, terrace, and bar. Guests enjoy free WiFi, ensuring connectivity during their stay. Modern Amenities: The guest house features a paid shuttle service, daily housekeeping, outdoor seating area, full-day security, and bicycle parking. Each room includes a private bathroom with bathrobes, free toiletries, and a work desk. Prime Location: Located a few steps from Bekbaai Beach, the property is 161 km from Cape Town International Airport. Nearby attractions include Columbine Nature Reserve (4.6 km) and Vredenburg Golf Course (23 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Patrick
South Africa South Africa
“The location is perfect and we had a very pleasant stay. The staff are exceptional and go out of their way to make sure guests are comfortable and have everything they need. Breakfast is very good with multiple choices on offer.”
Gunter
South Africa South Africa
“Gonana is a top notch Guesthouse right on the beach at Paternoster. You walk 50 meters and you are on the beach. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Breakfast was phenomenal and lots of options. There is a honesty bar and the place is very safe.”
Michelle
Malta Malta
“We were blown away by the stunning location and beautifully decorated interior. The amazing breakfast was the perfect cherry on top. Our stay was truly unforgettable - highly recommend!”
Monika
Poland Poland
“We had a wonderful stay at the guesthouse! The location is perfect—just steps from the ocean with stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere. The room was clean, cozy, and well-maintained, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. A perfect...”
Jane
South Africa South Africa
“You couldn't ask for a more beaufiful location, our room was downstairs and opened up directly onto the pristine beach. Staff were excellent and the breakfast was very good. Good quality products with ample items to choose from.”
Tanja
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful property close to a lovely clean beach. Comfortable room and everything was neat and clean”
Mosa
South Africa South Africa
“The property was clean and love decor and aesthetic. Very homey also modern and chic.”
Russel
South Africa South Africa
“Absolutely everything. Location, cleanliness, food and most importantly, the staff! Bolekwa and the team were amazing. Will most certainly be back.”
Mark
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful views and extremely welcoming and friendly staff. Breakfast was lovely too. Overall our entire experience was a notch higher than other guesthouses where we stayed over on the West Coast.”
Buang
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent healthy breakfast. Variety of cheeeses, teas, juices, hot breakfast. Best bread. Youghurts. The breakfast area was just gorgeous with sea view”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Gonana Guest House

9.5
Host review score
Gonana Guest House
Gonana Guest House is Paternoster’s first sustainable and environmentally conscious guest house. Owned by Swedish entrepreneur and interior designer Jonas Sandström, Gonana is located right on the Bekbaai beach alongside a greenbelt. It’s also virtually off the grid and completely environmentally ethical. All water is recycled, all power is solar generated, plastic usage is minimal and chemicals are taboo, gardens are indigenous and water wise, and décor is all-natural and sourced locally. The establishment is also fair trade minded with the ethos: ‘Buy local, think global’. Gonana’s eight (8) en-suite rooms are all a study in calm. The neutral palette encourages you to exhale, relax and reconnect with the natural world. This guesthouse is also pet friendly. The rooms outside the main house is selected for their guests staying with pets and our little furry friends are also spoiled with their own hotel bed and some organic biscuit treats. Please arrange prior that you are bringing a pet along.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Swedish,Xhosa

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.