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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

" Gem of a place "

We had a great stay here with the Ganana family. Epic spot, great attention to detail. Beautiful right on the beach. Amazing breakfast. Loved every moment there, what a treat :)

Genevieve Rathbone, June 2026

South Africa
" Charming guesthouse on natural beach "

The charming guesthouse is located on a beautiful, idyllic beach, surrounded by nature. The furnishings are tasteful and comfortable. The beds are extremely comfortable. The breakfast is very plentiful and the staff are extremely courteous.

Brigitte Hofer, June 2026

Switzerland
" Extremely beautiful and spacious "

" We stayed in Cottage Coral and it was extremely beautiful and spacious... The pool was also very nice "

Andreas Kluck, June 2026

Germany
" A small, beautiful guesthouse located on the beach"

A small, beautiful guesthouse located on the beach of Paternoster. Great balcony in the general guest area with a view of the sea, which we particularly enjoyed at breakfast. Nice, friendly, and very attentive staff. Great breakfast. Clean rooms. The entire complex is very well maintained.

Sigrid Kompa, May 2026

Germany