Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe
Exterior
Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, hair dryer, towels
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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57 Main Road, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200
  • Place, Village Square
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Harbour
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cliff Path
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Hermanus

Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast is a short stroll from Shopping Centre and Whale Museum. This 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with 6 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Village Square - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cliff Path - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • New Harbour - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fusion Cafe, Hermanus - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Wine Glass - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast

Guests of Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-in, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Select Comfort beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 310.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 50.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 50.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 310.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 12:30 PM—-6:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast Hermanus
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast?

Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast on Jun 7, 2026 start from $87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast?

This guesthouse is located in Hermanus, a short 16-minute walk from Old Harbour and also 10 minutes on foot from Shopping Centre. You'll also find Village Square and Whale Museum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast feature a casino at the property?

No, Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a deep soaking bathtub and Egyptian cotton sheets as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast.

Does Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast.

Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everyone was lovely, excellent breakfast , spotless and very hospitable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a Short Stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yolande

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice guesthouse close to the shops and sea. Great breakfast and Friendly Family.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly owners full of local knowledge. Rooms were clean and comfortable and only short walk in to town. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very comfortable stay at Baleia as usual. I love how central it is in Hermanus.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean old fashioned rooms surrounding a little, peaceful pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room and bathroom; great facilities; incredibly friendly and helpful staff; super breakfast. Parking; great location for getting out and about in Hermanus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Zandri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big rooms and great breakfast. Bed needs attention it was a terrible bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seema

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt like a home from home. Host was very welcoming and kind and friendly. She was very accommodating and it was a lovely peaceful place to relax. Loved the home made breakfast and muesli.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place for stay over in Hermanus. Amazing breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Amenities
Clean quite lovely people Close to restaurants lovely town
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was very nice and proprrty was walking distance to main sites.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Slawomir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, lovely hostess and delicious breakfast. The only thing that needs to be improved is in the cold season (we were there in winter) the heating in the bathroom would be useful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome and helpful info on local area to spot whales and where to eat. Room was comfortable, clean and had everything I needed. Secure parking was a bonus. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurélie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Donnetta

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is under construction! Workmen, noise, dirt and debris everywhere! I had one of the two rooms available but truly they shouldn’t be letting out rooms without notifying guests. The pool was green with some of the construction debris in i I cut my stay short
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Klara

Liked: Staff & service
We had a great stay at Baleia Guesthouse. Breakfast was very nice with your choice of warm food. Rooms were good and we stayed in a family room. Lots of space and nice beds. Pool area was cozy with a small pool and sun beds around. Perfect for family. My son loved their friendly dog Joey :) Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bernadette

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

A Very Easy to find Place

Baleia was easy to find as it was metres off the main road into Hermanus. Very secure parking and easy to access/exit on foot or by car. Characterful rooms - many set around a small courtyard with small pool. Host and staff were kind and helpful. Breakfast was very good. Value for money.
The pool courtyard
Old Harbour front
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy

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

Perfect

Lovely stay. Its in the perfect location. 5 min walk into town. Very safe. Lovely breakfast. Really nice staff. We hope to come again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All were very helpful and friendly and gave good advice on eating out options. Also kindly arranged for the International rugby to be on the TV - thats good personal service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

very comfortable

We had a very comfortable stay at Baleia, from location to breakfast it all contributed to an overall excellent choice. The only downside for us traveling with expensive equipment was that the door lock to the room was very flimsy, but we had no issues.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marck

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is NOT a 4 star accommodation ! Rooms are old and need a huge update. Breakfast is poor, Sorry, we are no spoiled travellers, but this is not really reality compared to the reviews and foto’s as shown. I would barely give a 5/10 and that is because it is on walking distance to the centre and the car parking is closed by a gate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ingo

Wirtin freundlich und bemüht. Parkplatz auf dem Grundstück. Fussnähe zu Zentrum und Waterfront. Kein Wifi ab 17.30 Uhr. Insekten im Bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ilio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bilderna överensstämmer inte med verkligheten. Hotellet är mer slitet än vad bilderna visar. Personalen var hjälpsam. Öäget är lite i utkanten av Hermanus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Mto confortável
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026