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About this property
Elegant Accommodations: The Whale on Main B&B in Hermanus offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, lush garden, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a lounge, meeting rooms, and bicycle parking. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are served, including continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Breakfast includes warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits. Prime Location: Located 66 mi from Cape Town International Airport, the property is a short walk from Langbaai Beach and close to Hermanus Golf Club. Nearby attractions include Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Arabella Country Estate.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sue
United Kingdom“Lovely rooms and decor comfortable bed and exceptionally clean” - Ali
Saudi Arabia“Very lovely place in the middle of Hermanus. Marlene and Zeno are very kind hosts and polite. The breakfast was amazing. It will definitely be my first choice in Harmanus.” - Maria
Germany“awesome host, very friendly and helpful, we had great talks and got lot of tips for things to do. great room, location is directly at the cliff path (crossing street and there you are), where you can see whales, delicious breakfast even when it’s...” - Peter Germany“Everything was wonderful, we can only warmly recommend the accommodation!”
- Vivien
South Africa“Excellent Breakfast. Spotlessly clean. Really lovely Owner. Very good position.” - Gail
Australia“So welcoming, so comfortable. Tanja has a way of making you feel you know her. Wonderful hints and suggestions in a warm, welcoming space! Oh and the bed … so comfy! We only wish we’d stayed longer!” 
Alessandro
Italy“Tanja was fantastic, she gave us the best highlits and made us better comprehend the real southafrican soul. We admired the fine architecture and interior design of the house. The breakfast is rich, with a complete mix of sweet and non-sweet dishes”- Kobus South Africa“Breakfast was great, friendly staff, great location, very helpfull.”
- Christa South Africa“Everything was fresh, beautifully prepared and presented.”
- Kevin South Africa“Tanya and her team were fantastic, providing us with a friendly and professional experience. The breakfast was awesome, the rooms were spacious and comfortable, and the location is great for accessing everything you need during your stay.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children over 12 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
