Experience eco-conscious living and breathtaking ocean views at Gonana Guesthouse, Paternoster's first sustainable Guesthouse.
PATERNOSTER’S FIRST ECO-CONSCIOUS COLLECTION
Set on an idyllic West Coast beach you’ll find Paternoster’s first sustainable Guesthouse and self-catering properties overlooking a setting of unbroken sunsets, dreamy corners and flourishing nature. This is a place where warm-hearted people, unspoiled white sandy beaches and enchanting restaurants welcome you to a beach holiday just two hours from Cape Town.
Our Collection
Discover Paternoster’s first sustainable Guesthouse and self-catering properties. Here you’re invited to embrace the beauty of the West Coast, with direct access to the bordering Columbine Nature Reserve and Lighthouse.
Sustainability
Our space is as friendly to its environment as it is to its guests. Throughout all the renovation and restoration projects, every effort has been made to address our impact on the environment and its surroundings.
Paternoster Activities
From horseback riding along the pearly white beaches, to kayaking alongside dolphins and whale watching. Get a taste of what’s on offer in our beloved West Coast village.
About the owner
With a home-away-from-home feel and Afro-Scandi design, our Collection offers the perfect hideaways lovingly created by Jonas Sandström.
Our Ethos
Gonana means to ‘embrace’ in isiZulu, and embracing our surroundings is what we’ve done. Supporting local artisans and small businesses while encouraging our guests to do the same.
In the news
Need convincing that Gonana is the place for you? Check out all of the publications we’ve been featured in over the years to get a sense of our spaces and way of living.
Reviews
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Best stay ever!
I will definitely be back and stay for longer to make use of all the wonderful amenities! Absolutely stunning!
Lehan, March 2025
South Africa
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Coral villa - Gonana collection
Coral Villa is a lovely place for a weekend getaway with friends or family. There was enough space for everything, the kitchen was huge and had everything you needed. We enjoyed braaiing, too. There was a cleaning service every day, which was very convenient as well. We also loved the reception house. Located directly at the beach with friendly staff members and relaxing music playing in the background -... Read this review
Johanna Liebert, March 2025
Germany
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Excellent
The peace and tranquility is amazing. The staff are delightful and friendly. I would absolutlely recommend Gonana.
Neil, March 2025
USA
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Fantastic guesthouse.
The view was a dream as well as the fantastic breakfast overlooking the waves. Pure relaxation, what a magical place.
Stefan, January 2025
Germany
GONANA COLLECTION
Gonana Guesthouse
Live slowly and tread lightly in our guesthouse located directly on the beach. Fresh breakfast with local organic produce is served every morning during your stay.
Gonana Houses
Two beach-style houses set 150m from Paternoster’s Bekbaai, experience our modern self-catering accommodation build for families and friends.
Coral Villa
Experience life in the oldest fisherman's cottage at our recently renovated and lovingly restored self-catering Coral Villa with 3 bedrooms all en-suite.
Gonana Studios
Behind Coral Villa lies 3 renovated and well-appointed self-catering Studios, designed in our signature Afro-Scandi aesthetic.
Latest News
House & Garden: Sustainable Luxury Awaits at Gonana Guesthouse, Paternoster
Sat February 8, 2025
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