Title: The Retreat on Cliff Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Retreat on Cliff Guesthouse in Knysna with free breakfast and outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14850000/14841900/14841827/966d221e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14850000/14841900/14841827/1b1620f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14850000/14841900/14841827/aeba69d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14850000/14841900/14841827/f00b07f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14850000/14841900/14841827/bae3979c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Retreat on Cliff, by the ocean, offers an 18-hole golf course, a peaceful garden, and a sunny terrace. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected, with dry cleaning and laundry services for convenience. Guests love the property's quiet atmosphere. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Pool - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 11 - Nov 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=14841827&PinnedHotelID=14841827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=14841827&PinnedHotelID=14841827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 12 - Nov 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=14841827&PinnedHotelID=14841827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=14841827&PinnedHotelID=14841827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=14841827&PinnedHotelID=14841827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=14841827&PinnedHotelID=14841827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=14841827&PinnedHotelID=14841827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=14841827&PinnedHotelID=14841827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Comfort Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14850000/14841900/14841827/aeba69d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning TV Rainfall showerhead - 1292 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Deluxe Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14850000/14841900/14841827/17cce96e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Individually furnished Individually decorated Private hot tub Air conditioning TV Rainfall showerhead Shower/bath combination - 807 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14850000/14841900/14841827/693bb3b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated TV Rainfall showerhead Separate bath and shower Bathrobes Hairdryer Private bathroom - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-The-Retreat-On-Cliff.h14841827.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-The-Retreat-On-Cliff.h14841827.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.08064%2C23.09288&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mzhDXqwa9ThWuSLiLb5Ge6KxY0c=) 5 The Cove Pezula Golf Estate, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571 #### What's nearby - Pezula Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Leisure Isle - 11 min drive - 3.9 miles - Eastern Head View Point - 13 min drive - 4.5 miles - Knysna Waterfront - 15 min drive - 6.0 miles - Knysna Quays - 15 min drive - 6.0 miles #### Getting around - Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bosuns Pub - ‬9 min drive - ‪Salt & Petal - ‬12 min drive - ‪34 Tapas & Oyster - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Drydock Food Co - ‬13 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive ## About this property ### The Retreat on Cliff Guest house by the ocean At The Retreat on Cliff, you can look forward to free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - A front desk safe, smoke-free property and barbecues Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - 30-inch TVs with cable channels - Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Elite Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Sea View | Living area | Plasma TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32800000/32793400/32793328/d9af8c35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 The Cove Knysna - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=32793328&PinnedHotelID=32793328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast ### Things to do - 18-hole adjacent golf course - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Slippers ### Entertainment - 30-inch TV with cable channels - IPod dock ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Retreat Cliff B&B Knysna Retreat Cliff B&B Retreat Cliff Knysna The Retreat on Cliff Knysna The Retreat on Cliff Guesthouse The Retreat on Cliff Guesthouse Knysna ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Retreat on Cliff have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is The Retreat on Cliff pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at The Retreat on Cliff? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Retreat on Cliff? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Retreat on Cliff? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is The Retreat on Cliff located? > Situated in Knysna, this golf guesthouse is steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and within 3 mi (5 km) of Fisherman's Path Sparrebosch Trail and Knysna Lagoon. Knysna Golf Club and Leisure Isle are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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