Name: Whale View Manor
Address: 402 Main Rd Murdoch Valley Simonstown, 402, Cape Town, 7995, ZA

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Diony

Excellent

8/10

Excellent

12 May 2026

Thomas

Good location

Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2025

sue

Breakfast was delicious the room was fantastic with full on ocean views

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2025

Yolande

Fantastic location with a great breakfast.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

07 Nov 2025

Sarah

The room was okey but no remote or tv connection.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2025

margaret

Spectacular views from the room, the lounge and the breakfast room. Breakfast was delicious and artistic. Staff very nice- she even carried my suitcase up the stairs.

Business Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Dec 2024

Janos

Thank you for everything!
We will coming soon. ;)

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Nov 2024

WE

Wendy Cooper

Amazing place to stay, beautiful views, got to see some whales in the bay!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2024

Gordon

Stunningly beautiful

What a gorgeous place. The staff were so friendly and kind. The breakfast was lovely with some nice touches with a fruit starter. I would definetly stay again. The views from my room were breathtaking. This place was great value for money.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Aug 2024

Ross

A Beautiful property , very stylist and comfotable , great views from the rooms , easy parking . good breakfast .highly recommended.

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

01 Jul 2024

Rebecca

Rude horrible management

This was probably the worst guesthouse experience I have ever had. Absolute lack of service and lack of respect. There was an issue with the TV in our room and Elsa was not at all useful when i asked for assistance. She refused for me to change rooms although we where the only guests there. Instead she sent a message to my husband saying to let me know that there is more to life than watching TV! Insane behavior. When i asked for later check out so we could have a little more time she told me not to interfere with her business and accused me of throwing stones because I complained. She was rude and disrespectful she made my 10 year old daughter and i feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. Safe to say i did not check out early, I packed and left with my daughter as soon as possible. I would not recommend this guesthouse to any one and it is a real pity as the location and rooms are beautiful but Elsa made my brief stay a horrible experience and this needs to be addressed.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

23 Mar 2024

Sue

Very welcoming

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2024

Peter

We searched online after a Lufthansa flight got vcancelled to strikes by the airline
So we foubd this gen next to the ocean
It was stunning in so many aspects👍🙏😂

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2023

Peter

Very friendly and caring staff. Venue is in a most beautiful area.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

24 Mar 2023

Corinna

Great views; average hotel

Overall a pleasant place to stay on the main road just outside of Simonstown central district with glorious views and a little beach across the street. We could walk to Boulders Beach to see penguins. A nice breakfast served on the terrace in the morning. Helpful owner on site in the morning.

There is no generator - so we were two hours in darkness during load shedding (with one battery charged light). We could not get an Uber at night to take us into town and no food near hotel itself. Steep steps up to front entrance and room with no one to help with bags upon our arrival. Some stains on the bedsheets. A basic room. We would qualify this as a two star hotel.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Dec 2022

Ryan

This place was exceptionally beautiful and the staff very welcoming and personable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2022

Andrew

Amazing location, beautiful views and really great staff!

10/10

Exceptional

31 Oct 2022

Karl

The Host Elsa is amazing and she squared away with a misunderstanding of reservation gracefully.
The environment where the house is situated is spectacular. We enjoy our stay greatly.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

Good location with ok facilities

We stayed at Whale View Manor to mainly go to the boulders beach to view the penguins. Our family enjoyed our time there but the hotel is pretty basic and rooms are a bit small.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

23 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Great sea views. Secure parking. Rooms good size and large lounge.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Lovely guesthouse

This hotel was great. The only thing missing for us was a bit more hospitality. Everyone was very kind, but we often wondered if anyone else was actually around or in the house. Additionally, the WiFi is very spotty- only an issue if you need to do any work or hop on the internet for some reason. Overall a very nice, clean, well-located guest house.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Great location, beautiful view, very nice owners who were extremely helpful with all aspects of the property and the location.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Dec 2017

Verified traveler

Very professional staff. Hotel is immaculately presented with wonderful breakfast. Rooms extremely comfortable - some with amazing views of the sea. Ours was mountain facing and still a nice outlook over the garden and mountain. Sea view veranda for guests use and guest lounge with honesty bar. WiFi available throughout. Off street parking. Would recommend.

6/10

Pleasant

02 Dec 2017

Patrick

Nice Hotel, but Remote with Difficult Access

Nice and stylish hotel, but the location is removed from anything but the beach requiring a drive to get to Simon’s Town. Access to the hotel is somewhat difficult since the only access is via the very steep driveway (i.e. no pedestrian path). Parking is limited and tight. The hotel has a fantastic view of the ocean/beach from the front veranda. The staff are very nice and accommodating. The WiFi is absolutely the worst. It is weak and keeps logging out. The beds are nice, but the pillows are very firm. I assume that they could have been switched out, but I only realized this late at night and didn’t want to wander around looking for staff to address the issue. The breakfast was fantastic.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2017

Tim

Whale View Manor Guesthouse

We stayed for 2 nights at Whale View Manor Guesthouse and the service and breakfast were very good. We watched two whales float past when sitting on our bedroom balcony. The hightlight of the whole holiday.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2017

Tim

Whale View Manor Guesthouse

Stayed at the Whale View Manor Guesthouse which was very relaxing. The service and breakfast was was great sitting outside in the morning sun. We watched 2 whales go past the hotel while we sat on the balcony.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

25 Sep 2017

Verified traveler

The hotel itself was beautiful, staff was also extremely helpful and welcoming. We even saw whales one morning while eating breakfast. I only really have two complaints- noise travels very easily so once any guest is up you hear them. Made it kind of tough after long travels. The other thing, they serve breakfast but that's it(this may have been our error as well) but it's difficult to get a ride around that area and there's not really anything to do except boulders beach. After that, unless you have your own transport- you're just kind of stuck at the hotel- hungry. But again, if we would of had our own car this would have been different.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Aug 2017

katie

Nice hotel close to beach

Overnight stay was very pleasant. Hotel is a little way out of town and we had difficulty getting a taxi to bring us back after dinner. However a lovely walk into town in the morning to see penguins. We had a sea view room which was lovely. Heard the waves washing th shore overnight and sunrise was spectacular.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2017

Jerry

Exceeded all expectations

Very clean, comfortable rooms. Attentive and accommodating staff. Exceeded my expectations. I will definitely stay here again if my travels take me back to Simon's Town.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2017

Verified traveler

sheer bliss

It really was amazing and so relaxing , soothing and friendly. Secure on site parking but steep steps to front door . All good but would be even better with a heated mirror in the bathroom .

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2017

latonya

Relaxing Stay

I look forward to staying here on my next visit. A great place to stay if your exploring Cape of Good Hope. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious and exquisitely presented. They have thought if everything....as I didn't bring a beach towel. An umbrella and beach towel are provided for guest. I could go and on with compliments about Whale Manor and the staff. Lastly, the spa presentation, services and staff are absolutely superb. I received a facial and massage...a treat to a perfect stay.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2016

Verified traveler

Perfect views. Stunning location. Great breakfast.

Perfect views. Stunning location. Great breakfast. Helpful staff.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Nov 2016

Brenda

Very comfortable stay

Very enjoyable stay. Food was well presented, plenty of it and very tasty.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2016

Verified traveler

Beautiful views and cozy rooms.

Great staff! Very friendly and accommodating. Beautiful rooms. Decor throughout the property was nicely done. Breakfast was top notch.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2016

Iya

Boutique hotel in a perfect location

A perfect little B&B, very design, with breath-taking views of the bay. Very friendly and attentive staff, delicious food (you need to book dinner in advance) and a courtesy bar 24/7.

A bonus: you can walk for 10 minutes and see the pinguins without the crowds. Well worth it! Same goes for visiting the Cape ahead of the crowds (its entrance is within a quarter of an hour of a scenic drive). Ask for Steven as your guide for a perfect tour of the park.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2016

Verified traveler

Perfect stop after Cape of Good Hope

We drove down from the Cape Town Airport to the Cape of Good Hope, and spent the night on the way back at this hotel. The staff was amazing! Roy was a gem with the bags as well as letting us have breakfast at 7am so we could catch our tram to Table Mountain.

Breakfast by the way was excellent and fresh, with fantastic presentation.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2016

john

Very nice place , very good breakfast . The views are pretty also and the staff is very helpful

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2016

Philip

Great location for visiting the Cape

Excellent location for seeing the Cape. Friendly hosts in a beautifully decorated and furnished house

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Mar 2016

Verified traveler

Great view. Great service. Delicious breakfast. Comfy rooms. 3rd visit here and always consistently exceeding my expectations. I will be back a 4th time for sure.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2016

CMB

Awesome view and excellent service

We had a room with sea view. The view is gorgeous and the staff are very helpful and willing to help you at any time. The hotel is located at a 5 minutes car ride to the center of the town and 2 minutes to the Penguin park.
You will need to get a car to get around.
The food and service were excellent.

8/10

Excellent

26 Feb 2016

Connie

Amazing view

An amazing view

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2016

Peter

Perfect place for exploring the cape peninsula

Dominique and her staff could not have been more helpful and the view from our balcony over the bay was perfect. The hotel is beautifully furnished and the honesty bar in the lounge is a nice touch

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Feb 2016

Seb

Great

Good hotel great room lovely breakfast

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Dec 2015

Verified traveler

Comfortable hotel with beautiful scenery

Whale View Manor Guesthouse is a great place to stay if you're looking for a quiet getaway in Simon's Town. Sweeping views of the ocean are visible from the hotel balcony, and can be fully enjoyed while nibbling on breakfast each morning. The hotel is also a short walk from Boulders Beach, and reaching the nearby penguin colony doesn't take long by foot.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2015

Lily

Beautiful Views and Great Staff

Lovely, friendly staff.
Secure car park and great facilities.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Nov 2015

marta

Boutique hotel in excellent location

The hotel is opposite a lovely beach. We had a sea view room and could hear the waves breaking while falling asleep. The staff and management were great, breakfast was tastefully presented and tasted wonderful. There were lovely areas to relax and enjoy the views through the day and a tastefully decorated lounge to relax in the evenings. The area had a good variety of restaurants, plus you can eat at the hotel, but you need to pre book. The walk along the coast to see the penguins at boulders beach is worth doing. There is lots going on at the harbour and you have a good choice of tours. The tourist information was worth visiting for ideas.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2015

Carol

Awesome getaway

Excellent, highly recommend. Outstanding customer service. Helpful and pleasant staff made planning outings and restaurant choices easy. Absolutely delightful. Beautiful bay view right out the front door and from our room.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2015

Mary

Relaxing Perfection

This property is perfectly located just steps from the ocean and beautifully decorated throughout, giving you a very special place to relax and close to the activities of Hermanus. The best part however is not just the tranquility that comes over you from the physical environment but the grace and professionalism extended by its staff. The attention to detail is incredible. Every need of ours was anticipated and taken care of and always with a smile. Dinner reservations were made, tours were booked, maps and directions were supplied; we never had to fret over the small stuff, so we were just able to focus on relaxing!

So many amenities enhanced our stay, I can't begin to list all of them. We were welcomed with a split of champagne, one cool evening the floor heating system in our bedroom was turned on...that was great! Each night at turn down service the next day's detailed weather forecast was beautifully presented on the bed.

Every morning a hot gourmet breakfast was served. We never left hungry!

Hermanus is an incredible area to explore and 138 Marine Guest House was the perfect place to stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Feb 2015

Paul

Stunning views near Simonstown

This was our second stay here. It is ideally situated for a dip in the sea, visiting the penguins at Boulders and the Cape Point National Park. The rooms are of a high standard with plenty of coffee and tea, with biscuits. Nice balcony overlooking the seas - the views are amazing. Very friendly and helpful staff. Food is excellent.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2014

Amanda

Beyond expectations

Wow! What an amazing place. It's a mini paradise. Wonderfully decorated. Every member of staff we came into contact with could not have been more helpful and friendly. Food was amazing.

Could not recommend this place more, it is a little hidden gem.