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The Whale on Main B&B

W. Cape-Cape Town-Garden Route · South Africa

329 Main RdView location

10.0/10Excellent42 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service10.0/1010.0
Comfort10.0/1010.0
Condition10.0/1010.0
Amenities9.8/109.8
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About The Whale on Main B&B

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a hot tub and a sauna. This bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and tour/ticket assistance.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Whale on Main B&B. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 6 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.

Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Kammabaai Beach - 2 km / 1. 2 mi- Voelklip Beach - 2 km / 1. 2 mi- Hermanus Country Market - 2. 1 km / 1.

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3 mi- Village Square - 2. 1 km / 1. 3 mi- Old Harbour Museum - 2. 3 km / 1. 4 mi- Whale Museum - 2. 4 km / 1. 5 mi- Grotto Beach - 2. 7 km / 1. 7 mi- Hoy's Koppie - 2.

8 km / 1. 7 mi- Hermanus Beach - 2. 8 km / 1. 8 mi- Cliff Path - 4. 4 km / 2. 7 mi- Fernkloof Nature Reserve - 4. 9 km / 3 mi- New Harbour - 5. 1 km / 3.

2 mi- Whale Coast Mall - 5. 9 km / 3. 7 mi- Maanschynkop Nature Reserve - 6. 5 km / 4. 1 mi- Whalehaven Winery - 6. 6 km / 4.

1 mi- Located in Hermanus, The Whale on Main B&B is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Village Square and Old Harbour Museum. 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.

Located in Hermanus, The Whale on Main B&B is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Village Square and Old Harbour Museum. 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.

Stay in one of 6 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Beach services
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

On bay No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Minimum guest age is 12 Caters to adults only Car recommended Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Reservations are required for golf tee times. Reservations can be made by contacting the bed & breakfast prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Guests under 12 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
    • A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special 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 - 6:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    Afrikaans

    English

Nearby attractions

Kammabaai Beach 2 km / 1.2 mi
Voelklip Beach 2 km / 1.2 mi
Hermanus Country Market 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Village Square 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Old Harbour Museum 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Whale Museum 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Grotto Beach 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Gearing's Point 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Hoy's Koppie 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Hermanus Beach 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Cliff Path 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Fernkloof Nature Reserve 4.9 km / 3 mi
New Harbour 5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Whale Coast Mall 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Maanschynkop Nature Reserve 6.5 km / 4.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 6
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Garden
  • Bicycle storage
  • Game room
  • Sauna
  • Breakfast
  • Snacks
Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBL.KG-SU

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR KING BED

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    The Whale on Main B&B

    DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-SU

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  • TWIN SUPERIORTWIN • SUPERIORTWN.SU

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    SUPERIOR

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    TWIN SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.SU

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    STANDARD

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Limited room details from hotel

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    The Whale on Main B&B

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Whale on Main B&B

10.0
Excellent
42 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
10.0 /10
Comfort
10.0 /10
Condition
10.0 /10
Amenities
9.8 /10
20 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
Donnetta
Wonderful place, clean and friendly, many extra touches that make it very special!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
Nicholas
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❤️
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
Spencer
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!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
David
Spotless room, great service and perfect hosts.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2025
Peter
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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
Susan
Super clean, bright, comfortable, and a wonderfully helpful host. We felt pampered.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2025
Allison
Our stay was amazing! We were in and out, staying just one night, but loved our stay at The Whale on Main. Thomas was an amazing host, he walked us through where to go in town and what to see. And as we were leaving, he helped us plan the path we should take to our next destination. He even printed out a map for us that included all the stops! I would absolutely recommend staying here for a wonderful visit to Hermanus.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
Richard
Well located, smart and spacious B&B owned and run by a lovely couple. It was a very relaxing place to stay. Home made jam with breakfast was a lovely touch.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2025
Kristina

Warm host, beautiful room, outstanding breakfast!

We had the best time at the Whale on Main! Communication was excellent, we were welcomed so warmly by the host (including a glass of Gluhwein!), and she even upgraded our room at no cost! Fantastic local recommendations, cute little honest bar, great reading options, and an OUTSTANDING breakfast cooked to order! Attention to detail was everywhere and we can't say enough about this place. It was just fantastic! Our only complaint is that we only stayed the one night. Thank you for everything! We will be back!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2025
Mark
Tanya really looked after us. Breakfast was lovely
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
Hugh
Really comfortable and spotlessly clean, excellent breakfast and friendly helpful host. Definitely on our go back to list.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2025
Mrs A

Lovely friendly small hotel

The Whale on Main is a beautiful house decorated in a modern style. The balconies had sun lounger or chairs where you could sit and relax.
The owner, Tanya was very friendly and was always ready with advice on where to go for activities and recommendations of local restaurants. It was lovely to be able to walk along the cliff path which is just over the road.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2025
Dennis
Very clean and huge room. Very Nice host
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jan 2024
Keith
Really enjoyed staying at Whale on Main....such spacious rooms with comfy beds and great bathrooms.....perfect for our 2 night stay! Lovely breakfast too! Thank you!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2024
Joanne

Would recommend without hesitation

We were made welcome from the moment we arrived by both our hosts and their staff.Accommodation was clean/tidy and to a high spec.Hosts were happy to offer advice on anything at all.The property is a stones throw from the beaches and wonderful cliff top path.Lovely brekkie.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2023
Terry
Great place to stay. Large spacious room. Modern convinces like usb plug in on the outlets. Very likeable host that made an excellent breakfast. Would definitely stay there again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2022
Monica
I think the guest house is perfectly situated half way between the shopping areas and beaches . It has direct access to the cliffpath for a walk or run with beautiful views of Hermanus.
The hosts are very welcoming and you really feel at home in their spacious and modern house. The breakfast was delicious! We had a very good time.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2021
Janet
Excellent In every way! Highly recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2021
Leigh

Lovely stay

Stay was very brief but very nice. The B&B was of a very high standard, large rooms, very modern and nicely laid out. Breakfast was tastey and good size portions. Owners were very friendly and helpful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2026
Sandra
Sehr nette Inhaber, haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt

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The Whale on Main B&B
329 Main Rd, Hermanus, South Africa

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