The Whale's Tale Guesthouse
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The Whale's Tale Guesthouse
86 Westcliff Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200, South Africa
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With a stay at The Whale's Tale Guesthouse in Hermanus (Westcliff), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Cliff Path and 10 minutes by foot from New Harbour. This bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Whale Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Village Square.Show More
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4.3/5Very Good·Cleanliness: 4.3
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Amenities
Golf CourseOutdoor Swimming PoolHikingPrivate ParkingFreeAirport Shuttle ServiceLuggage StorageWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Cliff Path
(280m)
Landmarks: Hermanus Cliff Path Biodiversity Walk
(280m)
Landmarks: Hermanus New Harbour
(440m)
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Services & Amenities
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Superior Room-Room
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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Luxury Room
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Satellite Channels
LCD TV
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Guest Reviews(32)
4.3/5
Very Good
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.3
- Amenities4.3
- Location4.3
- Service4.3
Guest User
February 16, 2024
Lovely people, Evelyn and Willy were extremely welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Location was perfect for us with an easy 20 minute walk into the town centre and 5 minutes to the iconic cliff path walk. The room we stayed in upstairs with a sea view was enormous.!!
Guest User
January 18, 2024
It ist a very good place to stay. Very cozy and big rooms, modern furnishings and a very nice Personal. The breakfast was really good and delicious. The location is very good, it's not far to the coastal path.
Guest User
December 29, 2023
I have never been treated by a host in this fashion ever before. Long story short - I booked for 2 nights in December Air B & B charged me only for one night which I paid for. As we needed 2 nights accommodation, I started messaging the establishment via Air B & B trying to confirm 2 nights stay. My messages were never answered and they never answered their phone calls. After my guests checked in, it was confirmed that the stay was for 2 nights. I requested the details for payment but nothing was forthcoming. At 15h30 in the afternoon I was advised that the guests were to vacate the room as it was only booked for one night. The host still did not bother to reply to me or answer my calls. After 12 attempt’s the host answered stating that we were mistaken and must vacate asap as they have other guests. All of this could have been avoided had they responded to my messages and calls.
Guest User
December 27, 2023
I would highly recommend the Whale's Tale Guesthouse. We stayed there for one night hoping to get a glimpse of the whales but unfortunately we did not. The host Evelyn was very friendly as well as the other staff. We stayed at the Supreme Sea View Suite. The room was very spacious and the views were beautiful. This room was big enough for a family as it had an additional room as well. The parking area was a little small . Breakfast was well prepared but very limited menu and you had to place your order the day before. I will definitely go back.
Guest User
November 5, 2023
We stayed one night at the Whale’s Tale Guest House and everything was perfect. The room was comfortable, we appreciated the size of our bathroom. The view is really nice and there is a path along the ocean in front of the guest house where you can walk and observe the whales, it’s amazing ! Special thanks to Willy who made us feel welcome to this great place !
Guest User
February 27, 2023
The staff welcomed us and were very helpful and were always willing to go the extra mile throughout our stay. Breakfast was fresh, very well prepared and well portioned. (there is a menu with basics to choose from) The room had a sea view and close enough that we could hear and see whales and dolphins passing by. A comfortable bed with crisp linen welcomed us after a long day of activity. Our room was serviced every day at a convenient time and amenities replenished. With the ocean and cliff walkway just 50m away and a huge selection of restaurants less than a kilometre, this is suitable for tourists and business accommodation. We were thoroughly blessed and can definitely recommend this establishment The room had a sea view and close enough that we could hear and see whales and dolphins passing by. A comfortable bed with crisp linen welcomed us after a long day of activity. Our room was serviced every day at a convenient time and amenities replenished.
Guest User
August 7, 2023
It was a lively guest house. The rooms were very comfortable and incredibly spacious. The security in place was comforting although we felt Hermanus was safe. Breakfast was nice and tasty although it could perhaps be easier to order (having to order the night before). The cliff path walk into town was wonderful. Evelyn was always pleased to help us and made the stay enjoyable and the guest house copes well with electricity load shedding.
Richard
August 6, 2023
Very spacious bedrooms, safe hotel in a quiet area. The hotel managed the load shedding issues very well.
The beds were very comfortable.
Ordering breakfast the night before could have been simplified, but having said that the food was very nice.
Guest User
July 17, 2023
We arrived and on the 8th at around 15h45 phoned 6 times no answer press both bell's few times hooted and again no answer standing in the rain waiting for someone to open for us, When we booked into the unit they said they bring water for the room and nothing received. When the lady eventually arrived to open look like she was sleeping. My breakfast order was wrong but due to time we had to leave I had to accept the order.
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–20:00
Check-out: 07:00–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–20:00
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children 16 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at this hotel
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
StyleA la carte
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 5
With a stay at The Whale's Tale Guesthouse in Hermanus (Westcliff), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Cliff Path and 10 minutes by foot from New Harbour. This bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Whale Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Village Square.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Golf Course
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Hiking
Private ParkingFree
Airport Shuttle Service
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Outdoor Swimming Pool
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