Name: The Whale on Main B&B
Address: 329 Main Road, Hermanus, South Africa, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa
Rating: 9.43

Guest reviews

9.4

Superb

Based on 225 verified reviews

Facilities

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Service

10

Donnetta

25 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful place, clean and friendly, many extra touches that make it very special!

10

Nicholas

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Outstanding welcome from the owners. Fabulous location for the Cliff walk which was absolutely stunning. Little touches that made our stay special. Breakfast was amazing and the porridge was delicious! Off road safe parking👍 Our room was beautiful overlooking the mountains with a large veranda. More like a 5 star suite. Gorgeous room scents! Cant recommend highly enough. We loved Hermanus & the Whale on Main❤️

10

Spencer

8 Feb 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Overall, from our welcome to our farewell, our hosts and their hardworking team made us feel right at home (away from home)! Everything was excellent during our three night stay - the guest house in general, our spacious room, the delicious and abundant breakfasts, the relaxing shared common spaces, the secure grounds, plus the appreciated local knowledgeable assistance we received. Our expectations were high and were then exceeded. Yes, we indeed recommend this wonderful guest house!

10

David

20 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Spotless room, great service and perfect hosts.

10

Peter

10 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

329 Main Road, Hermanus, South Africa

Location

Located in Hermanus, The Whale on Main B&B is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Village Square and Old Harbour. This golf bed & breakfast is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Hermanus Country Market and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Kammabaai Beach.

Kammabaai Beach(1.2 Miles)

Voelklip Beach(1.2 Miles)

Hermanus Country Market(1.3 Miles)

Village Square(1.3 Miles)

Old Harbour(1.4 Miles)

Shopping Centre(1.4 Miles)

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Property policies

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Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 18:00

Before 10:00

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Optional extras

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FAQs

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, although it is limited.

A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

Yes, airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge of ZAR 1200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4). Guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas. However, specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

The property is located in Hermanus, within a 5-minute drive of Village Square and Old Harbour. It is approximately 2 km from Kammabaai Beach and Voelklip Beach, and 1.4 km from Hermanus Country Market.

Yes, there is an outdoor pool available for guests. Specific operational hours are not provided.

Guests under 12 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

The property does not provide information regarding extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to contact the property directly for specific requests.

The Whale on Main B&B

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