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Gonana Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk
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Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk
Twin Room, Pool View | View from room
Gonana Guesthouse offers a quiet retreat with a tranquil garden. Relax in the outdoor pool, book a rejuvenating massage, or gather at the welcoming bar. Free WiFi in all rooms, and past visitors consistently share positive experiences about their stays.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk

Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury House, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk

Luxury House, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Luxury House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk

Luxury House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Triple Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk

Triple Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room with partial sea view | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk

Queen Room with partial sea view

Highlights

Patio
Heating
TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, Balcony | Living area | TV

Studio, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Heating
TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Pool View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk

Twin Room, Pool View

Highlights

Patio
Heating
TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Room with pool view (no terrace) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk

Queen Room with pool view (no terrace)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2019
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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42 Sonkwas Street, Bekbay, Paternoster, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Paternoster Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cape Columbine Nature Reserve - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cape Columbine Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Tietiesbaai - 16 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Shelley Point Country Club & Golf Course - 37 min drive - 13.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Voorstrandt Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paternoster Wine & Tasting Lounge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Blikkie Pizzeria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gaaitjie Salt Water Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Paternoster Wharf - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Gonana Guesthouse

Guesthouse remodeled in 2019
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a bar at Gonana Guesthouse. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Gonana Guesthouse feature perks such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - July 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 200 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of ZAR 200 per stay
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 10 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: ZAR 200 per stay
  • Pet fee: ZAR 200 per pet, per stay

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Gonana Guesthouse Guesthouse
Gonana Guesthouse Paternoster
Gonana Guesthouse Guesthouse Paternoster

Frequently asked questions

Does Gonana Guesthouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gonana Guesthouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of ZAR 200 per stay and a fee of ZAR 200 per pet, per stay. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Gonana Guesthouse?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gonana Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gonana Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Gonana Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Gonana Guesthouse located?

Nestled on the beach, this Paternoster guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cape Columbine Nature Reserve, Paternoster Beach, and Cape Columbine Lighthouse. Tietiesbaai is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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