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The Whaling Station Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Plettenberg Bay with free parking

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Comfort Suite, Garden View
View from property
Dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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Goose Valley Turtle Creek Golf Estate, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600
  • Place, Goose Valley Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Plettenberg Bay Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Robberg Nature Reserve
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Suite, Garden View

Comfort Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Suite, Garden View

Comfort Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Suite, Garden View

Comfort Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Suite, Garden View

Comfort Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Plettenberg Bay

At The Whaling Station Guesthouse you'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from St Peters Anglican Church and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Van Plettenberg Beacon. Highlights at this B&B include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include a fridge in a common area and tour/ticket assistance. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Plettenberg Bay B&B, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Old Timber Shed and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park.
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What's nearby

  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Knysna Elephant Park - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 15 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adi’s Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Le Fournil De Plett Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout Deck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nineteen89 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Whaling Station Guesthouse

Bed & breakfast in Plettenberg Bay with free parking
As a guest of The Whaling Station Guesthouse, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Whaling Station Guesthouse also features a garden and a fridge in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Plettenberg Bay bed & breakfast.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
The Whaling Station Guesthouse offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets 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

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • Children aged 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Whaling Station Bed & Breakfast Plettenberg Bay
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The Whaling Station Guesthouse Bed & breakfast Plettenberg Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

Yep, The Whaling Station Guesthouse has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whaling Station Guesthouse on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$90.14, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

The closest beach to The Whaling Station Guesthouse is Plettenberg Bay Beach (3.3 km).

Does The Whaling Station Guesthouse have a pool?

The Whaling Station Guesthouse has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

No, The Whaling Station Guesthouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

No, pets are not allowed.