Gonana Studios & Villa — Hotel in Saldanha Bay Local Municipality

This Fisheman’s Cottage could offer so much more…||Sadly there are few touches and one gets the impression that it has been decorated with arb pre- loved bits and pieces. There is really no theme that features in the cottage. Maintenance is at an all time low with little thought to upgrade. ||The patio overlooks a poorly designed and zero maintained garden. Filthy cushions are the first impression that one gets on arrival. Carpets scattered here and there are dirty and threadbare. The kitchen offers sub standard crockery and cutlery with holey dish towels - we went and bought decent dish towels as well as bathroom air freshener. We requested that the gas oven be cleaned? Couldn’t use as it was still dirty. There is absolutely no supervision and I think over time, this cottage has regressed rather poorly. ||The upstairs area is unbearably hot and uncomfortable with a tacky corner bathroom “hidden” with two unattractive screens. ||The upstairs lounge seriously looks like an afterthought with terrible furniture and a small TV. The furniture was dusty and again, a shabby mix and match…||Walking on the upper level is unapologetically noisy from downstairs. ||Doors are not easy to open or close, draws are missing handles, the bathroom is adequate and towels have seen better days. ||The Location of Stay at Emily’s is great and the views, lovely. ||I do feel that the owners need to step up and not hide behind the casual “fisherman’s cottage” and put some honest effort into a dying misfit of mix and match which is uncomfortable and disappointing. ||Paternoster boasts many fresh and airy accommodations, with this forgotten gem lagging on many levels. ||A disappointing...

Absolutely Stunning – A Hidden Gem!

Gonana Studios & Villa is a place that truly stands out. The atmosphere is peaceful and inspiring, with a perfect balance of modern comfort and authentic charm. The design is thoughtful and tasteful—minimalist, yet warm and full of character.

The bed was incredibly comfortable, making it hard to get up in the morning, and the bathroom was nothing short of amazing—beautifully designed with great attention to detail.

It already feels like a perfect retreat, and with the new pool on the way, it’s about to become flawless. For what you get, it’s exceptional value for money. Highly recommended for anyone looking to...

We had a restfull time at Emily. Well equipped with everything you need. Nice warm bed, little garden at the back, nice hot water for shower, neat and tidy. Our 15 year old dog enjoyed it just as much. My husband loved the under roof "braai". It is well equipped and out of the wind and we had a sea view from there. We will definitely recommend it to everybody who wants to go to Paternoster. Thank you Ross for your friendliness and help. You have a lovely place and we will definitely come again. Elizna, Hendrik...