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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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
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Nice stay at Gonana Guesthouse
We had three fantastic days in Paternoster at Gonana Guesthouse. Fun activities including kayaking at the sea, r-biking and nice long walks on the beach as well as beer tasting at a microbrewery and excellent lunches and dinners at various restaurants. Thanks Gonana Travel for planning and bookings and Gonana Guesthouse for the nice stay!
Carl S, December 2024
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Gorgeous stay
Loved this beautiful stylish guesthouse. Great attention to detail in everything Lovely wayVery relaxed lovely staff
Jackie Lane, February 2025
Bristol
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FANTASTIC place to be based while in Paternoster.
Classy, elegant and accessible. Warm and welcoming staff. Honesty bar which is beautifully apportioned and stocked. We would be back here 10 times over. Well done on a great offering!!
Buyisiwe Shongwe, September 2024
South Africa
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.
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