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Reviews of Bollard Bay House

101 Bayswater Drive, Leisure Isle, Leisure Isle, 6570 Knysna, South Africa

#16 of 86 B&Bs and Inns in Knysna

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Review score

Based on 162 B&B reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We got a upgrade of our room at no extra charge

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    A hidden gem in Knysna
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was gorgeous, very comfortable and had everything we needed including a pool, amazing views of the lagoon and an honesty bar. Our breakfast was next level with homemade muffins fresh out of the oven - scrumptious

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Great location with a beautiful view of the lagoon. Large comfortable room and great breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was larger than usual and beautifully furnished. Quiet and secluded. Great breakfast. Mike was very helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    8.0
    We really enjoyed this stay and it is a lovely part of Knysna
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There is nothing to not like . If you like a quiet restful place, with great views, good staff - this is it.

    The Location was beautiful with excellent views and a lovely view of the lagoon Mike was a fabulous host, engaging, willing to oblige on all questions asked, with great knowledge of the area and surroundings. Mike was very accommodating allowing us to park a trailer safely on his property. There is an honesty bar, a good breakfast room - Mike is hands on at breakfast, willing to crack on with personal service

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This was one of the nicest Guesthouses that we have ever stayed at for a number of reasons. Firstly, Mike the owner was incredibly friendly and took great care of us while we were there. He gave us excellent advice and ideas of what to do in the area. We loved it so much here we ended up staying an extra two nights! The location is spectacular, it is situated on beautiful Leisure Island and the guesthouse is right across the road from Bollards Bay. The facilities here were amazing, our room was so clean, comfortable and very spacious. The breakfasts served each morning were delicious, there were freshly made muffins each day. We couldn’t say enough positive things about our experience here, we loved every minute and it was definitely a highlight of our trip to South Africa.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    Memorable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast excellenct

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    Mike is a great host and the staff were fantastic!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast could have had more variety.

    The location was lovely - right on the lagoon. There we two swimming pools on site too.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    ganz einfach wir kommen wieder
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great location, very close to the beach, fantastic views, sunsets. Mike is an excellent host.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Suite
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful stay! Mike and his team really know how to make you feel welcome with a great breakfast every morning. Rooms are clean and beds are comfortable! View of the heads is just great.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    8.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved the place. My partner and liked that the sea was a walking distance

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    10
    Lovely stay on lovely Leisure Island
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing

    Location fabulous with direct views of the lagoon and walk across the road to the lovely beach. Room spacious and bed comfortable. Pools and surrounds, lounge and breakfast terrace are also very nice. The overall ambience is welcoming and the fact that almost all the guests when we were there had been before says it all. Leisure Island a top location on Garden Route

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    10
    Great stay at beautiful Leisure Island
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Everything was perfect.

    It is always a pleasure to stay at Mike‘s Bollard Bay House. Located on Leisure island (secure and no big fences or walls around houses) it is just a few steps to the white beach and the lagoon. Rooms are spacious, immaculate clean and modern with great views. Breakfast is delicious and two pools with enough sunbeds are there for relaxing. Mike is great and very sympathetic and has always good recommendations what to do or where to eat. Highly recommended to stay at his B&B

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Located right on Bollard beach. Comfortable room. Two pools (one at back if windy) Good breakfast

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mike was a lovely host and welcomed us very warmly. He planned our two day visit with us so that we could make the best of our time in Knysna. We enjoyed our stay to the fullest and can recommend this place to everyone.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    9.0
    Exceeded our expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mike was an outstanding host who went over and above. Would certainly book this venue a Gain.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2023

    8.0
    Beautiful area!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The bathroom was very small.

    Everything was very clean and the breakfast was great too!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    9.0
    Great location, great host. Maybe just need to upgrade the mattresses.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our bed was a little uncomfortable for our liking

    Excellent location, great host

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent service and very comfortable

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    We loved staying at Bollard Bay House. Mike is a brilliant host and very knowledgeable about the area. Every morning at breakfast we'd chat about our plans for the day and Mike would always have brilliant suggestions for other things that we could add to our list for the day

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    10
    It gave me a sense of what perfect retirement could look like! Great island, beautiful home with views, close to activit
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is pretty close to perfect but if any improvements could be made- I guess the bathroom could do with modernisation, maybe play some music during breakfast.

    The house is gorgeous and gave us a taste of luxury. With two pools and views of the lagoon and the headlands, it really was perfect, the whole place is so tastefully decorated and feels calm and glamorous.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2023

    9.0
    Great place to stay along the garden route
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location and facilities

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful accommodation with a lovely view and spectacular service! Mike made us feel very welcome and provided us with good food recommendations in the area. We highly recommend this place.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

    10
    Great property with a great host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Can’t think of anything

    Mike gave us a free upgrade when we arrived The property is immaculate and the breakfast superb The location is extremely safe Mike offered help with numerous things which was great (where to dine, sightseeing etc)

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mike and the entire staff were extremely nice and welcoming. Mike had lots of stories to tell about the area and gave us great advice for our daily trips. We enjoyed waking up in the morning to a beautiful view and the relaxing atmosphere on the island! The accommodation was beautifully furnished and we can recommend it warmly!

    Stayed in September 2023

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