Witsand Local Nature Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Barry Memorial Church - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Breede River Lodge Marina - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Restaurants
PILI PILI Witsand - 4 min drive
River Breeze - 15 min drive
Anchorage Bar & Restaurant - 3 min walk
The Anchorage Beach Restaurant & Bar - 3 min walk
River Breeze Restaurant & Function Venue - 19 min walk
About this property
Whale Watchers Inn
When visiting Witsand, Whale Watchers Inn is a great choice to consider. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge)
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Reception hall
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Shower only
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for ZAR 50.0 per day
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Also known as
Whale Watchers Inn Witsand
Whale Watchers Inn
Whale Watchers Witsand
Whale Watchers Inn Witsand
Whale Watchers Inn Guesthouse
Whale Watchers Inn Guesthouse Witsand
Frequently asked questions
Does Whale Watchers Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Whale Watchers Inn 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 Whale Watchers Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Whale Watchers Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Whale Watchers Inn?
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Whale Watchers Inn and nearby?
Whale Watchers Inn has a garden.
What's the area around Whale Watchers Inn like?
Whale Watchers Inn is a short 4-minute walk from Witsand Beach and 14 minutes' walk from Westfield 4X4 Trail.
Whale Watchers Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2022
Craig
Craig, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov 2021
Tranquil place
A quiet Place -Witsand , Claire very friendly , facilities are fair and clean enjoyed our short stay , thank you .
Mark
Mark, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2021
Very good guesthouse close to the beach and restaurant.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Jan 2020
Great location. Neat and functional.
Only one negative :
Bathroom/toilet had a quirky sliding door that doesn't close flushly.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Feb 2019
Witsand is wonderful, give this place a go
The whale watchers inn is ideally placed and was a very pleasant guest house more basic than some but I really enjoyed the stay. For me it’s about the people you meet and the sights you see. I would definitely stay there again and the owners are lovely people thanks
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Jan 2019
Very close to the beautiful beach
We enjoyed our trip to Witsand. Whale Watchers Inn is very close to the beach. Excellent service, problems were sorted out immediately. There is some wear and tear, could do with a revamp. Wifi almost non-existing. Very limited TV channels.
Very friendly owner and staff. Parking right in front which was very nice. Very safe area.
Verified traveller
5-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Apr 2018
Mark
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sept 2017
Lovely B & B for whale watching
We had a fantastic time and Clair and Johnny's B & B in Witsand; the room was sunny and very comfortable, and the breakfast was first rate. Clair had lots of local knowledge and shared it (when asked). The view of the Indian Ocean was gorgeous but only partial, because of buildings that the municipal authorities shouldn't have allowed. Would recommend Whale Watcher's Inn strongly.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Aug 2017
A hidden gem
We stayed here 17 years ago and loved this hidden gem. Returned to find the same lovely couple running it and we were made to feel just as welcome. Really laid back and such a wonderful location. Sad that there has been building in front of the guesthouse on what was once the beach but I guess that is life.
George
George, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
31 July 2017
One night stay
Stayed at the Whale Watchers Inn for one night while on the Garden Route. We stayed in the self catering Musselcraker which had a reasonable view of the bay where we were lucky enough to see Southern Right whales. Clean and comfortable with hot water bottles slipped into the bed to stave off the winter chill.
Very nice substantial breakfast served by courteous and friendly owners.
mawcam
mawcam, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan 2017
Lovely B&B in quiet beach town.
Lovely room, great location, beautiful area, friendly proprietors. We will be back! The town is very slow-paced and quiet.
Ashley
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2017
Enjoyed every moment
It was lovely. Owners were very welcoming and friendly. We are going to stay there again.
Timothy
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2016
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Sept 2019
Sehr nette Gastgeber und schöne sowie ruhige Umgebung.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
8/10 Very good
26 Nov 2018
Jättefint!
Ewa
Ewa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Nov 2018
Sehr ruhig und daher sehr gut !
Fast direkt am Strand, toller Ausblick !
Walbeobachtungen und super Sonnenuntergänge.
Nette Gastgeber
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Sept 2018
Sehr persönliche Betreuung. Sehr schöner uriger Ort, ideal für die Wal-Beobachtung, obwohl nur wenige Touristen da sind.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Aug 2018
perfect stay
Nice Welcome, nice room, Bathroom a bit old but everything is clean, close to the ocean
Norbert
Norbert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 May 2018
Direkt am Strand von Witsand
Sehr große Zimmer mit Blick auf das Meer. Ideal für solche die ausruhen und entspannen wollen. Toll, wenn ab Juni die Wale in der Bucht schwimmen.
Großer
Großer, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Apr 2018
Paola
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2017
Zona molto bella e tranquilla very good
Grande camera con zona cucina. Bel giardino con alberi e uccellini. Molto vicino al mare circa 200 metri e a 300/400 metri da uno dei pochi bar/ristoranti del paese. Consigliato. Colazione British a pagamento, pensiamo buona ma non L abbiamo fatta
Signora molto gentile e amichevole