The Whale'S Tale Guesthouse - Hermanus

$$$$||View on mapHermanus, South Africa86 Westcliff Drive Westcliff, Hermanus, South Africa, 7200|
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The Whale'S Tale Guesthouse - Hermanus
86 Westcliff Drive Westcliff, Hermanus, South Africa, 7200·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect · 533 reviews
9.1Perfect
Cleanliness9.6
Comfort9.6
Facilities9.4
Staff9.3
Value for money9.2
Who stays here
Couples67%
Business17%
Families16%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect · 533 reviews
9.1Perfect
Cleanliness9.6
Comfort9.6
Facilities9.4
Staff9.3
Value for money9.2
Who stays here
Couples67%
Business17%
Families16%

Adults-only guesthouse with ocean views in Hermanus

Ocean-View Accommodations

The Whale's Tale Guesthouse offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and sea views. Each room includes soundproofing, parquet floors, and a work desk. Some rooms feature a balcony overlooking the swimming pool and the ocean.

Breakfast and Dining

A full English or Irish breakfast is served daily, with warm dishes, fresh juice, and fruits. Guests choose their preferred breakfast options the evening before. The breakfast receives high ratings from guests for its quality and variety.

Outdoor Pool and Terrace

The guesthouse has an outdoor swimming pool with a view over the ocean, surrounded by sun loungers and beach chairs. A sun terrace with outdoor furniture provides space for relaxation. Pool and beach towels are provided on-site.

Location and Nearby Attractions

The Whale's Tale Guesthouse Hermanus is located 100 km from Cape Town International Airport, on a quiet street near the coastal cliff path. The guesthouse is within walking distance of the new harbour for whale watching tours and the Hermanus Country Market. Guests can access the Fernkloof Nature Reserve hiking trails and the Hermanus Golf Club, a golf course with ocean views.

On-Site Amenities and Services

The property offers free private parking and secure parking with remote-controlled gate access. Services include daily housekeeping, luggage storage, concierge service, and private check-in/check-out. A shared lounge area with TV is available, and safety features include CCTV outside and key card access.

  • View: Ocean views from rooms and the pool area
  • Breakfast: Full English/Irish breakfast with warm dishes
  • Location: 2-minute walk to cliff path and new harbour
  • Parking: Free private secure parking on-site
  • Outdoor: Pool with ocean view, sun terrace, loungers
  • Activities: Whale watching, golf course, hiking trails
  • Adults only: No children allowed, quiet atmosphere
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-20:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Former name
hermanus whales tail guesthouse
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Rooms and availability

Superior King Room
  • Room size:

    25 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
King Room Sea View
  • Room size:

    45 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
King Room Sea View
  • Room size:

    30 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Swimming pool

Plunge pool

TV

Flat-screen TV

Adults only
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping

Spa & Leisure

  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about The Whale'S Tale Guesthouse

💵 Lowest room price 177 £
📏 Distance to centre 3.1 km
✈️ Distance to airport 105.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cape Town International, CPT

Location

86 Westcliff Drive Westcliff, Hermanus, South Africa, 7200
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86 Westcliff Drive Westcliff, Hermanus, South Africa, 7200
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86 Westcliff Drive Westcliff, Hermanus, South Africa, 7200
  • City landmarks
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Overberg Flying Club and School Office
320 m
African Dive Tours
370 m
Restaurant
Quayside Cabin
560 m
Restaurant
Harbour Rock Restaurant
670 m

Reviews of The Whale'S Tale Guesthouse

9.1 /10
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