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The Whale on Main B&B

3.5 star property
Bayfront Hermanus B&B with outdoor pool

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Mountain view
Superior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Property grounds
Restaurant
Wake up by the sea at The Whale on Main B&B, where a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast awaits. Enjoy an outdoor pool with sun loungers, golf at the adjacent course, and take in breathtaking views of nature from the garden. With high-speed WiFi and dry cleaning services available for your convenience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bathtub or shower

Room options

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 409 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
329 Main Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

  • Hermanus Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Old Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Voelklip Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Grotto Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Hermanus Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Gelato Mania - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Burgundy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bientang's Cave Restaurant Hermanus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oskars Coffee & Sandwich Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Whale on Main B&B

Adjacent to a golf course, The Whale on Main B&B is a great choice for a stay in Hermanus. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails and mountain biking are nearby. A snack bar/deli, a garden, and bike cleaning are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 12
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Public winery tours
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach towels
  • Bike cleaning
  • Bike storage
  • Golf caddy on site
  • Golf cart on site
  • Golf clubs on site
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 2018
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Golf driving range on site
  • An outdoor pool
  • Golf clubhouse on site
  • Golf pro shop on site
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID - 0

Also known as

The Whale on Main B&B Hermanus
The Whale on Main B&B Bed & breakfast
The Whale on Main B&B Bed & breakfast Hermanus

Frequently asked questions

Does The Whale on Main B&B offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Whale on Main B&B does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Whale on Main B&B?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Whale on Main B&B?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Whale on Main B&B?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Whale on Main B&B?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 1200 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Whale on Main B&B?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at The Whale on Main B&B and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include a garden and access to a nearby health club.

Does The Whale on Main B&B have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

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