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About this property

Featuring panoramic views of Knysna Lagoon as well as the Heads, 6 On Protea is located along the Garden Route, just a 5-minute drive from the Knysna town centre. The suites all come with a patio or balcony, and views of lagoon or the garden. They include a seating area, a fridge and a TV. The en-suite bathrooms come with a shower. Breakfast is available at a surcharge and includes a selection of cereals, yoghurt, fruit juices and fruit salad, as well as a hot breakfast. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Staff at 6 On Protea can help to organize activities such as diving, fishing and windsurfing. The Knysna Heads at just 8 km away and Simola Golf and Country Estate is 10 km away. Knysna Elephant Park is 25 km away and Featherbed Nature Reserve is 16 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Matamela
    South Africa South Africa
    Easy access to the Center, and has beautiful views
  • Rashika
    South Africa South Africa
    I had the absolute pleasure of staying at 6 Protea, and from the moment I arrived, I felt completely at home. Mr. Mohammed, the host, is truly exceptional — warm, attentive, and with such a genuine spirit that makes every guest feel valued and...
  • Olivia
    South Africa South Africa
    The view is absolutely spectacular! Very friendly staff. Host made sure we were comfortable at all times!
  • Pragati
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were extremely friendly and professional. Even though we were the only couple on the first day, they laid our breakfast out beautifully and lit a fire. They paid attention to detail and made our experience great. Thank you 😊
  • Norah
    South Africa South Africa
    The views are amazing & the place felt like home away from home. Mahomed is a very great host.
  • Saif
    India India
    Scenic view from the property and great breakfastb
  • Sumaya
    South Africa South Africa
    Good location, friendly staff,spacious bedroom and definitely value for money. The breakfast was good but I think they should offer healthy breakfast as well, overall we enjoyed our stay😀
  • Margi
    South Africa South Africa
    The property is beautifully situated with a gorgeous view across the Knysna. Our room was a comfortable size and included a handy kitchen counter, crockery & cutlery and a fridge, although we had booked the bed & breakfast option. There were a few...
  • Raygaanah
    South Africa South Africa
    The manager, Mohammad, was really really kind, professional and welcoming. The view from the room was lovely and the amenities made our stay very comfortable. The room was beautifully decorated and very clean. We had so much fun in Knysna and our...
  • Phil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good views from lounge. Breakfast made to order. Secure parking. Pleasant staff.

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.

Managed by 6 On Protea

Company review score: 9.5Based on 226 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Your Hostess Zimran, who lives on-site will ensure you have a wonderful stay and always go the extra mile !!! The comfort of our guests is very important to us, and we will do our best to assist them with anything they might need assistance with. After the recent new ownership, constant improvements are being made to ensure a memorable stay for all guests as well as comfort and a touch of luxury

Property information

All Suites have private entrances, their own balcony/patio with outdoor furniture. Bottom Suites have a beautiful garden & the portable braai facility can be requested for your use. Various options for breakfast are available, please indicate beforehand what your preference is (Halaal/Vegan) to avoid disappointment. There is free secure parking behind electric gates for guests, with 1 parking space per room. Zimran, your host lives on-site with her friendly Biewer Yorkie Piccolo, so any queries can be dealt with promptly. Earlier check-in can be arranged with Zimran, if your room is not quite ready, you are welcome to check-in, leave your luggage at Reception, take your keys and go explore Knysna, when you return your luggage will be in your room. If you will be arriving later than the check-in time, please inform Anita so arrangements can be made to be at Reception to welcome you, get you checked in & settled in your amazing room.

Neighbourhood information

It is only 1 km from the Waterfront and is easily accessed on foot. It is in a quiet Cul de Sac mid way up a hill overlooking the famous Knysna Heads and the Lagoon. Spectacular views and very peaceful neighbourhood. It has lovely bird life in a lovely established garden.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

House rules

6 On Protea takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 300 per child, per night
Cot upon request
ZAR 100 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 300 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay credit cardBankcard Cash is not accepted
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

Please note that the total price of the reservation will be charged on the day of booking for 1-night stays.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform 6 On Protea in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

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

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.