Brenton-on-Sea Road, Brenton, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570
Explore the area
Knysna Lagoon3 min walk
Drupkelders Hiking Trail5 min drive
Brenton Beach5 min drive
Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)44 min drive
Room options
About this area
Knysna
Located in Knysna, Villa Castollini is on a lake. Outeniqua Transport Museum and Scarab Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Drupkelders Hiking Trail and Featherbed Boat Cruises. Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve and Liquid Grace Adventures are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving and other activities like whale-watching.
A free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Villa Castollini. The onsite Mediterranean cuisine bistro, Dinners, features pool views and a poolside location. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and wedding services
Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
Separate tubs/showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Stovetops, free tea bags/instant coffee, and electric kettles
Languages
Afrikaans, English
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Property is disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Guest accommodations are sealed after cleaning
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
Social distancing
Contactless check-in and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place
Contactless room service is available
Safety measures
Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free covered self parking on site
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Dinners
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
Conference center (1,615 square feet of space)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
On a lake
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: ZAR 1500 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Property is also known as
Villa Castollini House Knysna
Villa Castollini House
Villa Castollini Knysna
Villa Castollini
Villa Castollini Guesthouse Knysna
Villa Castollini Guesthouse
Villa Castollini Knysna
Villa Castollini Guesthouse
Villa Castollini Guesthouse Knysna
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa Castollini have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Castollini?
As of Jun 6, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Castollini on Jun 13, 2023 start from $100.54, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Villa Castollini pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villa Castollini?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Villa Castollini?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 300 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 6:00 PM–
8:00 PM for a fee of ZAR 300.
What time is check-out at Villa Castollini?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Villa Castollini provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Villa Castollini located?
Situated by the ocean, this luxury guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Knysna Lagoon. Brenton Beach and Featherbed Nature Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
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9.9/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Anita, Western Cape
Traveled with partner
Jan 7, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location and the views are spectacular. Very nice breakfast, but coffee not nice.
Very friendly host. We could not get enough of the spectacular view. However this is not a 5 Star at all. Urgent update and upgrade in rooms required.
Overall we enjoyed our stay.
We loved our stay at Villa Castollini. The guesthouse is located on top of a hill with amazing views of Knysna lagoon. We especially liked the honesty bar, the pool and the full English breakfast. Highly recommended!
You must stay here!! The views are amazing and the breakfasts are delicious. We received such a warm welcome from Werner. He made our stay so special. He even gave us a free upgrade and always gave us good advice about what to see and do in the area. If you like homemade fudge and shortbread then this is the place for you. Can’t recommend it highly enough!
Lovely hotel with an amazing view of the Knysna Lagoon, and a short drive from the extraordinary beach at Buffels Bay. Friendly owner and staff, and an excellent breakfast.