The Whale's Tale Guesthouse

–Excellent location – show map
+47 photos
Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Free Wifi

9.5

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Whale's Tale Guest house in Hermanus offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and sea views. Each room includes a work desk, soundproofing, and parquet floors, ensuring a relaxing stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Free on-site private parking is available for convenience. Delicious Breakfast: A full English or Irish breakfast is served daily, featuring warm dishes, juice, and fruits. The breakfast area provides a pleasant start to the day, catering to diverse preferences. Prime Location: Located 65 mi from Cape Town International Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Old Harbor (1.2 mi) and Fernkloof Nature Reserve (8.1 mi). Hiking enthusiasts can explore nearby trails, enhancing their outdoor experience.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sonja
South Africa South Africa
“Evelyn and her team made us feel at home! Great welcome and lovely breakfast. The place is decorated tastefully and the linen was amazing.”
Charlotte
Germany Germany
“Very nice location, the house and the rooms are super nice and we felt immediately very comfortable. We visited during off season so we actually were the only visitors for the one night we stayed. Breakfast was lovely and it’s very close to the...”
Bryan
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful views over the ocean from our room which was over the road with unobstructed views - modern stylish decor, secure and the staff (Evelyn) were excellent. The breakfast was next level delicious”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Incredibly stunning guest house. Clearly a lot of pride is taken. The 2 ladies that work thier also very welcoming and breakfast service and food was also a standout. Perfect location. Would highly reccomend.”
Cynthia
Canada Canada
“Breakfast was amazing... fruit was so sweet and delicious, omelet was the best I've ever had. Evelyn, Willy and Jesse were amazing ! Took such good care of us. We will be back for sure.”
Martin
Canada Canada
“Warm welcome. Very clean place. Close to waterfront paths. Close to downtown.”
Maria
United States United States
“Willy an Evelyn were awesome hosts. The rooms upstairs were beautiful”
Tal
Israel Israel
“The guesthouse is clean, rooms are big, the bed is comfortable and breakfast is nice”
Matt
United States United States
“This was our first experience at a BnB and it was a great time! Evelyn who was our hostess was kind and got us settled in. The overall vibe was very Home-y and felt like I was a guest in someone's house. The entire place was very clean. The bed...”
Angela
United States United States
“Great staff. A grand room with an ocean view! Breakfast was delicious,”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.2Based on 518 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

The Whale’s Tale Guest House offers a magnificent ocean view and is situated between the Hermanus New Harbour and the Town Centre. It gives our guests easy access to the famous cliff path where you will find magnificent scenery of the ocean meeting the cliffs, various plant species and of course the adventure of seeing a Southern Right Whale during Whale Season. The Guest House consists of 4 bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, television and DSTV and complimentary WIFI. Other facilities includes free parking and an outdoor swimming pool where our guests can relax on the deck while enjoying the magnificent view of the ocean. The Whale’s Tale Guest House will enchant you with a tale of a memorable holiday in a beautiful seaside town, where guests stay in luxury and are treated like good friends.

Neighborhood info

Hermanus is a seaside town southeast of Cape Town, in South Africa’s Western Cape Province. It's known as a whale-watching destination. Beaches include Voëlklip Beach and the broad Grotto Beach, overlooking Walker Bay. The Old Harbour Museum is a site encompassing the old harbour, a fishermen’s village and the Whale House Museum.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of The Whale's Tale Guesthouse

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 16 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Whale's Tale Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.