Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers luxury accommodation featuring spectacular views of ancient forests and the whale watching haven of Walker Bay, just a 30-minute drive from Hermanus.
Matthew
South Africa
The location is second to none, incredible ocean and mountain vistas almost wherever you look, but what really made this experience something special are the staff, they are attentive, engaging and friendly. What really struck me about the staff is how much they actually care about your experience, always asking “can I help you with x” or “we can do y if that’s better for you” etc without skipping a beat!
Featuring free WiFi, Walkerbay Accommodation offers accommodation on the seafront in Franskraalstrand, 26 km from Hermanus. Free private parking is available on site.
Anton
South Africa
The position next to the sea and the view that went with it.
The 5-star Sea Star Lodge is situated directly at the Walker Bay overlooking the Atlantic coastline of Hermanus. The lodge features a modern and spacious design.
Boasting a patio with garden views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Stanford's Cove Villas can be found in Gansbaai, close to Stanford's Bay and 42 km from Village Square.
Michael
South Africa
LOVE THIS PLACE!!!!!
I cant wait for our next trip! Villa 2 is Amazing and Spacious and has everything you can Dream of!
Awesome Place 5 Star all the way
Situated in Gansbaai and only 2.8 km from Stanford's Bay, Oom Piet Accommodation features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.
Located in Gansbaai, Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers offers accommodation with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a shared lounge.
Michael
United States
The room was perfect, size and location. Host was extremely friendly, flexible, and accommodating. Bed was comfortable, bathroom spacious and clean. Overall a wonderful place to stay
Located in Gansbaai and only 49 km from Village Square, Rusthof Accommodation provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.
Patrick
South Africa
Calm atmosphere. No chasing, no hassles, basic farmstyle honest accommodation.
Offering a garden and sea view, Kormorant is situated in Gansbaai, 2.5 km from Franskraal Beach and 50 km from Village Square.
Heidi
United Kingdom
The location was unbeatable. It was close to an amazing local pub that served fantastic food at great prices. The most glorious beach on the doorstep and a friendly host that gave us all the necessary information that made our short stay perfect!
Located in the heart of Gansbaai, Tourist Lodge Gansbaai offers well-appointed, self-catering cottages with patios. It features a garden and barbecue facilities.
Offering barbecue facilities and garden view, Pik 'n Wyntjie is located in Gansbaai, 7 km from Dangerpoint Lighthouse and 17 km from Platbos Forest.
Shandy
South Africa
Amazing view and very well situated.
Anmarie is very welcoming and always spoils us way too much with yummy rusks and other baked goods. There is a nice sized fridge, and the jug of milk is a generous extra, which is much appreciated!
The hospitality of the people was genuine.
The overall scenery of the town, beach, and ocean are beautiful.
The safety of the guesthouse and surroundings were comforting.
The host, Johannes, personality is like meeting a friend.
I will go back again.
Dolly
10
Scored 10
Small, laid-back town with many activities in and around and...
Small, laid-back town with many activities in and around and some good restaurants. I also enjoyed visiting nearby towns like Hermanus & Stanford. Highlights were Shark Cage Diving, Klein River Cheese Farm and the Elgin Valley Wine Farms. Some nice hiking options in the area as well & De Kelders is great for whale watching and walks along the ocean.
Christine
South Africa
8.0
Scored 8.0
Gansbaai still feels like a real fishing town although there...
Gansbaai still feels like a real fishing town although there is a big centre with Spar as the main tenant.
There is a lot to do if you are someone that needs to stay active: walking trails, horse riding, wine tasting, and bicycle routes. You can go shark diving or watch the seals at Dyer Island.
You can walk all the way from Kleinbaai to Franskraal or just relax on the beach.
You can play in the lagoon or swim in the sea. Never a dull moment.
Derick JvRensburg
South Africa
8.0
Scored 8.0
it is a wonderful alternative to Hermanus (which has become...
it is a wonderful alternative to Hermanus (which has become very big and very busy) to enjoy the magnificent beauty of the Walker bay area. we stayed overnight in De Kelders to visit the Grootbos conservation initiative in the morning, it was perfect.
frances
Netherlands
10
Scored 10
Gansbaai South Africa is a popular tourist attraction, best...
Gansbaai South Africa is a popular tourist attraction, best known for its great white sharks and superb whale watching. It is well worth visiting and there are an array of activities for the adventurous traveller.
Osric Charl Jumat
South Africa
4.0
Scored 4.0
There doesn’t seem like much to do this time of year unless...
There doesn’t seem like much to do this time of year unless you have reliable transportation. I guess it would be an ok home base but would still be a drive to anything. Beach access is almost impossible. If you want quiet with incredible views, this is your town. We did eat at a great restaurant but I think there are only a few places in town. It was tough to find a place for a pre dinner drink.
Helen is such a gracious host. We stayed at Wave Dancer during a 17 day trip to South Africa and she was in constant communication with us about our travels and arrivals. She gave us recommendations for things to do in the area and made a reservation for us at a local restaurant to ensure we had a nice place to eat dinner during our stay. Her house is beautiful and very clean with some of the most spectacular ocean views I have ever seen from a home. I would highly recommend a stay here if you’re traveling to Gansbaai.
A lovely overnight stay in this small guesthouse in Gansbaai run by the delightful Vilieria, who made us feel truly at home. A great option if you’re in the area for a whale watching or shark diving trip. Alas, high winds meant no boats were sailing, so instead we simply watched from our beachfront terrace. And were treated to the sight of at least two whales close inshore. The home-cooked breakfast was delicious too. Warmly recommended!
The apartment was very good value, although basic had everything that was needed. Needed to keep a window open as condensation was a problem but the bed was comfortable, the shower was hot, walkable distance from the cliff path. Great cafes nearby especially Gansbaai Bakery. Great service food ,really quirky.Chantal and Francois were really helpful and offered loads of advice about local area.
We liked everything. The hotel staff were on top of their game and everyone was friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean, well equipped and spacious, our bed was ultra comfortable, and when it rained we got to watch Netflix which they offer on their tvs. Perfect WiFi. Their custom breakfast is world class. We will definitely stay again.
Beautiful little place with everything that you need. Chris the host is very friendly and helpful. The house is close to the beach and a short drive to Gansbaai. We liked that we had our own private entrance and own braai area. The accommodation is private from the main house. It never felt that we were on the same property as the host.
The view and location on the beach was amazing and lay out of apartment was comfy.. A friendly and pleasant reception from Tracy on arrival and departure.
Easy check-in
The sound of the beach and lovely big windows give you uninterrupted views , better then expected
Safe .Apartment location was superb.
Overall amzing stay
If you are looking for a holiday destination that is peaceful and without the busy of other destinations then Gaansbaai is for u.
McLaren self catering is the place for u to stay with family, has everything u require to keep yourself fed and accommodated while on holiday.
Thank you Leigh
No Breakfast option, but the balcony with seaview and direct acccess to beach was wonderful.
Close to many other attractions like Gansbaai harbour for boat trips and restaurants.
Quiet and peaceful . Beautiful sunsets & sunrises. Laudromats within easy reach.
The Hotel is having exceptional facilities-with great sea-facing luxury rooms with picturesque ocean views. The Hotel staff was extremely friendly, more welcoming and helpful. They went to an extra mile to offer the best service money can buy.
Perfection! This is a top notch guest house, easily comparable to a 5 star hotel!
The staff and hosts were amazing, breakfast superb, and the views were astonishingly beautiful!
highly recommended, will definitely return.
I liked everything about the property clean very close to the beach and restaurant clean everything was made easy for us we will definitely use it again and again if we ever come to Gansbaai again excellent service
The tranquility of Gansbaai matched with the hospitality of the host were impeccable. The amazing pathway to the beach was incredible and then arriving at the beach was even better.
This was the perfect little hotel to enjoy Gansbaai. The owners are incredibly hospitable and welcoming. The hotel and rooms have a great view of the ocean. Overall recommended!
The owners of the property were so welcoming and lovely.
The property was modern and clean.
The wood fire jacuzzi.
The breakfast was delicious.
Pretty much private beach.
Service was exceptional. Staff was friendly. The bed I slept in made me feel like I'm on cloud 9. The breakfast was delicious. And they didn't have cheap coffee!!!
We have more than 70 million property reviews, and they're all from real, verified guests.
How does it work?
1
It starts with a booking
It starts with a booking
The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. That's how we know our reviews come from real guests who have stayed at the property.
2
Followed by a trip
Followed by a trip
When guests stay at the property they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff are and more.
3
And finally, a review
And finally, a review
After their trip, guests tell us about their stay. We check for naughty words and verify the authenticity of all guest reviews before adding them to our site.
If you booked through us and want to leave a review, please sign in first.
