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The Whale on Main B&B

3.5 star property

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Balcony
Superior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Restaurant
Property grounds
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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329 Main Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200
  • Place, Old Harbour
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Voelklip Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Grotto Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Hermanus

The Whale on Main B&B is located within a mile (2 km) of Kammabaai Beach and Voelklip Beach. This 3.5-star bed & breakfast has 6 guestrooms and offers free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a hot tub.
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What's nearby

  • Village Square - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Old Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Voelklip Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Grotto Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Hemel-en-Aarde Valley - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gelato Mania - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bientang's Cave Restaurant Hermanus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fusion Cafe, Hermanus - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Whale on Main B&B

The Whale on Main B&B features a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 1200 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this adults-only bed & breakfast include a communal living room and a garden.
40-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, coffee makers, and portable fans are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include a hot tub and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hot tub
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2018
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 12 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 0
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Tax ID number is 0.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the bed & breakfast at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Whale on Main B&B Hermanus
The Whale on Main B&B Bed & breakfast
The Whale on Main B&B Bed & breakfast Hermanus

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Whale on Main B&B?

The Whale on Main B&B offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near The Whale on Main B&B?

This bed & breakfast is located in Hermanus, close to Voelklip Beach, Old Harbour, and Grotto Beach. You'll also find Hermanus Beach and Cliff Path within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Whale on Main B&B?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Whale on Main B&B include a casino?

No, The Whale on Main B&B doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Whale on Main B&B?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is The Whale on Main B&B a good place to stay for couples?

This adults-only bed u0026 breakfast offers plenty of amenities for couples including private picnics, a nature reserve, and public winery tours.

Does The Whale on Main B&B have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Whale on Main B&B feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Whale on Main B&B serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its snack bar.

Does The Whale on Main B&B allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Whale on Main B&B.

Does The Whale on Main B&B have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Whale on Main B&B?

Yes, every guestroom at The Whale on Main B&B comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

The Whale on Main B&B Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I booked this place on a recommendation for a previous visitor. I wasn't disappointed. Whilst the property has changed ownership on 2024, Tanya and Thomas are keeping up the high standards. Our room was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean, bright, comfortable, and a wonderfully helpful host. We felt pampered.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing! We were in and out, staying just one night, but loved our stay at The Whale on Main. Thomas was an amazing host, he walked us through where to go in town and what to see. And as we were leaving, he helped us plan the path we should take to our next destination. He even printed out a map for us that included all the stops! I would absolutely recommend staying here for a wonderful visit to Hermanus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Well located, smart and spacious B&B owned and run by a lovely couple. It was a very relaxing place to stay. Home made jam with breakfast was a lovely touch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect, peaceful location in Hermanus

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm host, beautiful room, outstanding breakfast!

We had the best time at the Whale on Main! Communication was excellent, we were welcomed so warmly by the host (including a glass of Gluhwein!), and she even upgraded our room at no cost! Fantastic local recommendations, cute little honest bar, great reading options, and an OUTSTANDING breakfast cooked to order! Attention to detail was everywhere and we can't say enough about this place. It was just fantastic! Our only complaint is that we only stayed the one night. Thank you for everything! We will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tanya really looked after us. Breakfast was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable and spotlessly clean, excellent breakfast and friendly helpful host. Definitely on our go back to list.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely friendly small hotel

The Whale on Main is a beautiful house decorated in a modern style. The balconies had sun lounger or chairs where you could sit and relax. The owner, Tanya was very friendly and was always ready with advice on where to go for activities and recommendations of local restaurants. It was lovely to be able to walk along the cliff path which is just over the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and huge room. Very Nice host
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bernie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed staying at Whale on Main....such spacious rooms with comfy beds and great bathrooms.....perfect for our 2 night stay! Lovely breakfast too! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would recommend without hesitation

We were made welcome from the moment we arrived by both our hosts and their staff.Accommodation was clean/tidy and to a high spec.Hosts were happy to offer advice on anything at all.The property is a stones throw from the beaches and wonderful cliff top path.Lovely brekkie.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Large spacious room. Modern convinces like usb plug in on the outlets. Very likeable host that made an excellent breakfast. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think the guest house is perfectly situated half way between the shopping areas and beaches . It has direct access to the cliffpath for a walk or run with beautiful views of Hermanus. The hosts are very welcoming and you really feel at home in their spacious and modern house. The breakfast was delicious! We had a very good time.

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent In every way! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Stay was very brief but very nice. The B&B was of a very high standard, large rooms, very modern and nicely laid out. Breakfast was tastey and good size portions. Owners were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr nett und familiär. Hilfsbereit auch bei Auskünften zur Umgebung, Aktivitäten und Restaurants (wurden auch für uns reserviert).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super Unterkunft

Uns hat alles perfekt gefallen, nichts zu beanstanden.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just perfect!

Very nice host couple who gave us lots of tips. Highly recommended. Very close to the Cliff Path Walk. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastisk sted

God mad, god service, ordnede forhold, lækkert værelse, trygt og sikkert. Savnede aircondition.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nette Gastgeber, gutes Frühstück und bequemes Bett. Das B&B liegt ca. auf der Hälfte des Cliff Walks zwischen Stränden und Zentrum von Hermanus. Für eine Nacht waren wir sehr zufrieden.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024