The Whale's Tale Guesthouse
1 night
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Whale's Tale Guesthouse
86 Westcliff Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200, South Africa
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With a stay at The Whale's Tale Guesthouse in Hermanus (Westcliff), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Cliff Path and 10 minutes by foot from New Harbour. This bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Whale Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Village Square.Show More
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Airport drop-off available
Free parking
Lots to doAmenities
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
Luggage storage
Airport drop-off
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
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Property Description
With a stay at The Whale's Tale Guesthouse in Hermanus (Westcliff), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Cliff Path and 10 minutes by foot from New Harbour. This bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Whale Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Village Square.
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4.4/5
Very GoodCleanliness4.4
Amenities4.4
Location4.4
Service4.4
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Cliff Path
(280m)
Landmarks: Hermanus Cliff Path Biodiversity Walk
(280m)
Landmarks: GoBike Hermanus
(360m)
Landmarks: Hermanus New Harbour
(440m)
Landmarks: Southern Right Charters
(580m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
5
Superior Room 2
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
LCD TV
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Luxury Suite
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Wi-Fi in room
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14
Luxury Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
LCD TV
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Guest Reviews
4.4/5
Very Good
44 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.4
- Amenities4.4
- Location4.4
- Service4.4
Average for similar properties in Hermanus
AI Summary
The accommodation impresses with its clean, spacious rooms, friendly staff, and unique pool. Its excellent location provides stunning views and easy access to dining. Guests enjoy a delicious and varied breakfast.
Guest User
February 25, 2025
Wir waren während eines Kurzaufenthalts in Hermanus Gäste im Guest House. Wir hatten ursprünglich ein Zimmer im Arabella Golf Resort gebucht und haben die Entscheidung, im Guesthouse zu übernachten, nicht bereut. Wir wurden bei unserer Anreise sehr zuvorkommend begrüßt. Wir hatten das Ocean View Zimmer, was gehalten hat, was es versprochen hat. Ein toller Blick und eine sehr gute Ausstattung. Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen, so dass wir wieder kommen und den Aufenthalt weiterempfehlen würden.
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Guest User
February 10, 2025
Fault less , brilliant staff , super breakfast ,stunning location overlooking false bay . Short distance from the centre however a very pleased walk on the cliff top .
Guest User
February 10, 2025
The good: The Whale's Tale is a stunning-looking modern property that is immaculately maintained on the inside and outside. The property has secure parking for several cars. There are electronic locks on the main entrance and the bedroom doors. We had room 3 to the north of the property that was huge (approx 80 m2). The layout is modern and comfortable. There are windows to 3 sides of the room including a partial sea view. A very good full English cooked breakfast is available. The not so good: Our room was much too warm. The air conditioning is not nearly powerful enough to cope with the size of the room which was uncomfortable throughout the night. We were astonished to find that there is no separate bathroom. There is a shower cubicle in the corner of the room and the toilet is only partially hidden behind this shower unit. The window above the toilet does not open and there is no extractor fan. It is not possible to use the toilet with any degree of privacy. Even after 35 years of marriage, my wife and I have no interest in seeing, hearing or smelling each other poo! This kind of arrangement may not be uncommon in South Africa, but considering that most guests are likely to be European, I cannot imagine this room layout being popular with many guests. The town of Hermanus is spectacularly beautiful along the rugged coastline. We would be happy to return to the town again but would be avoiding the Whale's Tale for the reasons mentioned above.
Guest User
February 9, 2025
Eine Traumhafte Unterkunft! Durch Mauer und Elektrozaun ist es super sicher. Zudem war super sauber und die Dame sehr freundlich. Wir können die Unterkunft wärmstens Empfehlen.
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Verified traveler
February 9, 2025
No private bathroom
The good:
The Whale's Tale is a stunning-looking modern property that is immaculately maintained on the inside and outside. The property has secure parking for several cars. There are electronic locks on the main entrance and the bedroom doors. We had room 3 to the north of the property that was huge (approx 80 m2). The layout is modern and comfortable. There are windows to 3 sides of the room including a partial sea view.
A very good full English cooked breakfast is available.
The not so good:
Our room was much too warm. The air conditioning is not nearly powerful enough to cope with the size of the room which was uncomfortable throughout the night.
We were astonished to find that there is no separate bathroom. There is a shower cubicle in the corner of the room and the toilet is only partially hidden behind this shower unit. The window above the toilet does not open and there is no extractor fan. It is not possible to use the toilet with any degree of privacy. Even after 35 years of marriage, my wife and I have no interest in seeing, hearing or smelling each other poo!
This kind of arrangement may not be uncommon in South Africa, but considering that most guests are likely to be European, I cannot imagine this room layout being popular with many guests.
The town of Hermanus is spectacularly beautiful along the rugged coastline. We would be happy to return to the town again but would be avoiding the Whale's Tale for the reasons mentioned above.
Roland
October 31, 2024
Eine top eingerichtete Unterkunft und super nettes Personal (Evelyn & Willy)! Würde ich jederzeit wieder buchen.
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Guest User
January 2, 2025
We stayed here for 1 night and it was perfect. The rooms were stunning and we had a lovely view of the ocean. The cliff path is easily accessible and a lovely walk down into Hermanus. Breakfast was very enjoyable, all served in our chosen time slot, the girls were very efficient and we loved their Christmas spirit.
Guest User
November 30, 2024
Neues, sehr schönes B&B , toll eingerichtet mit Blick zum Meer. Nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Gutes Frühstück und wenigstens Wetter passt auch ein schöner Pool.
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Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Golf course
Off-site
Outdoor swimming pool
Hiking
Off-site
Private parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Luggage storage
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Pool with view
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Concierge service
VIP check-in service
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
Afrikaans
Food & Drink
Lobby bar
Health & Wellness
Golf course
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Public Areas
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Safety & Security
First aid room
First aid kit
Intruder alarm
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–20:00
Check-out: 07:00–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–20:00
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
StyleA la carte
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 5
With a stay at The Whale's Tale Guesthouse in Hermanus (Westcliff), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Cliff Path and 10 minutes by foot from New Harbour. This bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Whale Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Village Square.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.