The Whale's Tale Guesthouse
86 Westcliff Drive Westcliff, 7200 Hermanus, South Africa – Great location - show map
The Whale's Tale Guesthouse in Hermanus provides adults-only accommodations with pool with a view and a shared lounge. The property is around 17 miles from Mt. Hebron Nature Reserve, 21 miles from Kleinmond Golf Course, and 23 miles from Howhoek Nature Reserve. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the guest house, each unit has air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a shower, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. A balcony with outdoor furniture and sea views is offered in some units. At the guest house, every unit includes bed linen and towels. A selection of options including warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available for the full English/Irish breakfast. Guests can also warm up near the outdoor fireplace after a day of hiking. Arabella Country Estate is 23 miles from the guest house, while Old Harbour is 1.3 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 65 miles from The Whale's Tale Guesthouse, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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See what guests loved the most:
- CynthiaCanada“Breakfast was amazing... fruit was so sweet and delicious, omelet was the best I've ever had. Evelyn, Willy and Jesse were amazing ! Took such good care of us. We will be back for sure.”
- MartinCanada“Warm welcome. Very clean place. Close to waterfront paths. Close to downtown.”
- MariaUnited States of America“Willy an Evelyn were awesome hosts. The rooms upstairs were beautiful”
Host Info
Area info
Amenities of The Whale's Tale GuesthouseGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- HikingOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- TV
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Executive lounge access
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Safe
- Adults only
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Open all year
- Adults only
- Pool with view
- Plunge pool
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Afrikaans
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children over 16 are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 16 and up are allowed)
Cash is not accepted The Whale's Tale Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Whale's Tale Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about The Whale's Tale Guesthouse
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Guests staying at The Whale's Tale Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
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The prices at The Whale's Tale Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The Whale's Tale Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Swimming pool
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Check-in at The Whale's Tale Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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The Whale's Tale Guesthouse is 1.1 miles from the center of Hermanus. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at The Whale's Tale Guesthouse include:
- Double
- Suite