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The Whale on Main B&B

3.5 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Restaurant
Mountain view
Superior Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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329 Main Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200
  • Place, Hermanus Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Voelklip Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Grotto Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Hermanus

At The Whale on Main B&B you'll be 2 km (1.2 mi) from Kammabaai Beach and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Voelklip Beach. Highlights at this B&B include free cooked-to-order breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, tour/ticket assistance and multilingual staff. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Hermanus B&B include Hermanus Country Market and Village Square.
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What's nearby

  • Hermanus Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Old Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Voelklip Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Grotto Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Hermanus Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Burgundy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gelato Mania - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oskars Coffee & Sandwich Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bientang's Cave Restaurant Hermanus - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Whale on Main B&B

Adults-only bed & breakfast with free breakfast and outdoor pool
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Whale on Main B&B. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Hermanus bed & breakfast.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2018
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Whale on Main B&B offers 6 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • 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
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • 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: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

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 - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Whale on Main B&B

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The tax ID number is 0. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Whale on Main B&B?

The Whale on Main B&B offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Whale on Main B&B?

Yep, The Whale on Main B&B has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Whale on Main B&B?

The closest beach to The Whale on Main B&B is Voelklip Beach (1.9 km).

Does The Whale on Main B&B have a pool?

The Whale on Main B&B has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is The Whale on Main B&B family-friendly?

No, The Whale on Main B&B is an adults-only property.

Does The Whale on Main B&B serve breakfast?

Sure does, free cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Whale on Main B&B?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Whale on Main B&B?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Whale on Main B&B?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Whale on Main B&B?

There is a golf course next to The Whale on Main B&B.