★★★★
Guest house
Hermanus
9.4/10

Whale Away Guest House

Whale Away Guest House is a four-star guest house facing Walkerbay and the cliff path. It is located just 5 minutes' walk from restaurants, the centre of Hermanus and 3 minutes' drive from the beach. Whale Away Guest House offers five elegantly furnished guest rooms. There are a variety of coffee shops and restaurants within a 5-minute walk of the property, while Grotto Beach is within a 3-minute drive. The property is a mere stroll from the Hermanus cliff path which offers unspoilt views of the bay and Overberg Mountain Range. There are a number of outdoor activities available, including shark cage diving, golfing, boat trips and wine tasting. Southern Right Whales can frequently be seen from the guesthouse between June and December. After a day of exploring the region, guest can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool. Whale Away Guest House is 120 km from Cape Town and on the scenic route between Cape Town and the Garden Route.

Situated in the best rated area in Hermanus, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4
Breakfast info: Full English/Irish
Free private parking available on-site

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Kids

Children older than 7 years are welcome.

Dogs

Pets are not allowed.

Address

223 Main Road, 7200 Hermanus, South Africa, Hermanus, South Africa

Facilities

Outdoor swimming pool Free parking Free WiFi Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Tea/coffee maker in all rooms Bar Good breakfast

Gallery

a patio with two chairs and a table on a deck at Whale Away Guest House in Hermanus

a living room with a staircase with a vase of flowers at Whale Away Guest House in Hermanus

three wine glasses and cups on a wooden tray at Whale Away Guest House in Hermanus

a bottle of essential oil in a basket with a toilet at Whale Away Guest House in Hermanus

a patio with a table and white chairs at Whale Away Guest House in Hermanus

a bathroom with a sink and a mirror at Whale Away Guest House in Hermanus

a white house with trees in front of it at Whale Away Guest House in Hermanus

a bedroom with two beds with white sheets and two lamps at Whale Away Guest House in Hermanus

two white towels are hanging on a wooden rack at Whale Away Guest House in Hermanus

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Reviews

David 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Excellent location, friendly and helpful staff

Pros: Breakfast was good and the location was probably a 10 -15 minute walk from the guest house

Cons: Nothing immediately springs to mind. Great loc

Roderick 10/10

Sweden 🇸🇪

Would stay again

Pros: The host was amazing Kirsten. Made us fel Very much at Home

Fiona 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

We had a very comfy relaxed 4 night stay and would very much like to return next year .

Pros: We had a very clean well appointed room with a very comfy bed . Kirsten was also super helpful as we arrived late .

Alan 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Loved everything, we will be back next year👍

Pros: It was a fabulous week, we were made to feel so welcome, nothing was too much trouble.the staff were lovely and they went above and beyond to make our experience memorable 👏👏👏

Cons: One little thing, the kettle lead was too short so we had to boil it on the floor!

Ian 9/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Lovely host and a great stay in Hermanus

Pros: Kirsten was a lovely host and the property is immaculate. A great location a few minutes walk from the centre of Hermanus.

Cons: Not a real issue but a bigger bed would have been great

Nicole 9/10

Germany 🇩🇪

Pros: We felt at home from the moment we arrived. The house is cozy, beautifully designed, and full of thoughtful little details that make the stay truly special. Everything feels warm and welcoming.

Michael 9/10

United States 🇺🇸

Charming guesthouse with attentive staff and great location.

Pros: Very lovely stay that was made all the more so by the attentive staff, comfortable room, and very convenient location just an easy walk to the center of town.

Angelo 9/10

Italy 🇮🇹

Lovely place in Hermanus. Kirsten is an amazing host

Pros: Garden and pool are lovely and Kirsten is one of the best host ever met. the lounge upstairs is stunning with an amazing view of the sea and the kitchen is well equipped including a dedicated wine fridge with a good selection of wines available upon request. very close to the cliff path and good for jogging/walking

Cons: The house is located on the main road which can be difficult to cross sometimes

Graham 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Outstanding

Pros: The staff were so friendly the facilities were super and the position was great

Kerryn 9/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

We had a very short stay but the property was perfect for our needs.

Pros: The property is conveniently located close to the coastal path and a 10 min walk into town. The pool was great. The room and amenities were lovely and the were staff very friendly.