The Whale on Main B&B

Property class: 3.5
Adults-only B&B by sea in Hermanus

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Sauna
  • Beach towels
  • Hot tub
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains
  • Bath or shower
The current price is AU$258
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Room

A bedroom with a bed, two patterned chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a view of the outside through a sliding door.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4

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  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Map
329 Main Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

  • Hoy's Koppie - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Voelklip Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kammabaai Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Village Square - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Old Harbour Museum - 5 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪THE STATION - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bientang's Cave Restaurant Hermanus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fusion Cafe, Hermanus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mikro Coffee Co - ‬3 min drive

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 hot tub, and hiking/biking trails and mountain biking are nearby. A sauna, a snack bar/deli and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

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 - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Public winery tours
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Zip-lining 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

Facilities

  • Built in 2018
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Golf driving range on-site
  • Golf clubhouse on-site
  • Golf pro shop on-site
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Locally sourced food is prioritised
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Uses some LED lighting

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 curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • 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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have lifts.

Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

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

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an 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: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 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 such as cycling, fishing and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a sauna and a garden. The Whale on Main B&B also has 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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