WELCOME TO THE GONANA COLLECTION
Where Thoughts Find Space

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. Our Gonana Collection is a place where warm-hearted people, unspoiled white sandy beaches and enchanting "foodie-fave" restaurants welcome you to a beach holiday just two hours from Cape Town.

Our Collection

Discover our homes, all designed to to embrace the beauty of the West Coast, with direct access to the bordering Columbine Nature Reserve and Lighthouse thanks to our located on the quieter Bekbaai side of Paternoster.

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Image showing view from Sea View room at Gonana Guesthouse

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 landscape and to support local producers and brands wherever possible.

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Paternoster Activities

From horseback riding along the pearly white beaches, to kayaking alongside dolphins and a spot of whale watching depending on when you visit us. Get a taste of what’s on offer in our beloved West Coast fishing village.

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About the owner

With a home-away-from-home feel and Afro-Scandi design, our Collection offers the perfect hideaways lovingly created by Swedish interior designer and South African National Tour Guide, Jonas Sandström.

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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. Come and embrace the slow life at our Collection.

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In The News

Need convincing that Gonana Collection 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

Fantastic

Great hotel in a fantastic location. Very friendly and everything was very quiet. Excellent breakfast with a great view of the sea.

Detmar, October 2026

Germany
Perfect for relaxation

Beautiful house, very nicely furnished, super cozy and very clean. Fantastic staff, excellent breakfast, we felt completely at ease. Great location right on the beach with the best view from the communal terrace

Kim, October 2026
A paradise

The location is right by the sea. The facilities and cleanliness, the shared room with adjoining balcony, the breakfast and the extremely friendly team!

Stefanie, October 2026

Germany
Exceptional Stay

An exceptional stay. A magnificent, peaceful setting. A stunning view, attentive staff, and the gentle feeling of being at home. An excellent, comprehensive breakfast. An unforgettable memory. Thank you.

Veronique, August 2026

France