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A Whale of a Time

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel with outdoor pool

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A house with a large swimming pool, a deck, and a view of the ocean.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a boat named 'Obsession' in the foreground, and a mountainous landscape in the background.
A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a mountain in the background.
Apartment (Orca) | In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free)
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wicker chair, a view of the ocean, and a painting of the ocean.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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11 Echo Road, Fish Hoek, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fish Hoek Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Boulders Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Dolphin)

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wicker chair, a view of the ocean, and a painting of the ocean.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Dolphin)

  • Ocean view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. There are large windows with a view of the sea.

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Beluga )

  • Ocean view
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment (Orca) | In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Apartment (Orca)

  • Ocean view
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A double bed with a metal frame, two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (Twin Penguin)

  • Sea view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a tiled wall.

Neptune Garden Apartment

  • Sea view
  • 1291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Fish Hoek hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Fish Hoek Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Table Mountain National Park and Woolley's Tidal Pool are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Boulders Beach - 14 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 44 min drive - 24.5 miles
  • Camps Bay Beach - 60 min drive - 28.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sunny Cove Station - 5 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 30 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lekker Kalk Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blue Door Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bhandaris - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Olympia Café & Deli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kalky's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

A Whale of a Time

3-star beach hotel with outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the beach bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at A Whale of a Time. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cape Town hotel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
A Whale of a Time offers 6 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Cape Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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, 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. 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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Whale Time House Fish Hoek
Whale Time House
Whale Time Fish Hoek
A Whale Of Time Fish Hoek South Africa - Cape Town
Whale Time Apartment Fish Hoek
Whale Time Apartment
Whale Time Apartment Cape Town
Whale Time Cape Town
A Whale of a Time Hotel
A Whale of a Time Cape Town
A Whale of a Time Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is A Whale of a Time to the airport?

A Whale of a Time is 26.1 mi (50-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A Whale of a Time have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at A Whale of a Time.

How close is A Whale of a Time to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Fish Hoek Beach and 5.6 mi (14-min drive) from Boulders Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A Whale of a Time offer free breakfast?

A Whale of a Time does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A Whale of a Time?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at A Whale of a Time?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A Whale of a Time?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does A Whale of a Time have a pool?

A Whale of a Time features an outdoor pool.

Does A Whale of a Time have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does A Whale of a Time have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is A Whale of a Time to downtown Cape Town?

A Whale of a Time is 15.5 mi away from Cape Town.

A Whale of a Time Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MASAHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Satisfied !

so nice and i want to stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saleem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Amazing spot and superb view from the balcony! Great service from the staff. Very convenient to get to nearby beach spots and amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is amazing. Archie is very friendly. The apartment is clean, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The outstanding high point was the view - absolutely stunning un interrupted views of the Indian Ocean - beautiful.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Ola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uppehälle hos à Whale of à tima

Fantastiskt trevlig värdfamilj
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schönes Appartment, gute Aussicht.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful rustic atmosphere at the Stone Cottage. Amazing views and friendly staff. Thanks for a great stay! Will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Toller Blick vom Zimmer aufs Meer

Das Zimmer war genau wie auf den Fotos..man hat einen super Ausblick aufs Meer. Das Zimmer war sehr sauber und gemütlich. Sehr netter und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber..Guter Ausgangspunkt um die Gegend um das Kap der guten Hoffnung zu erkunden.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nette Ferienwohnung mit tollem Meerblick

Die Wohnung ist sehr grosszuegig geschnitten und es ist alles vorhanden, was man so brauchen koennte. Der Hammer ist der Balkon zum Meer von dem aus man stundenlang den Delfinen zusehen kann. Super!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stone cottage

This was my second stay at Whale of a Time, but my first stay in the Stone Cottage. It was magical - like a quaint little fairy castle. I loved the stone-work, the winding staircase, the old-style bath tubs and interesting decor. The well-equipped kitchen and the bar-style seating was perfect for us and we also spent many hours sitting around the pool, with magnificent views. It was a most enjoyable stay in a one-of-a-kind destination. I will definitely be back and will highly recommend it to others. Thanks and Well Done to the management and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabuleux!

Superbe séjour, la vue de l'appartement (Dolphin) est fabuleuse sur Fish Hoek, False bay et les baleines si elles décident de passer par là ce qui a été notre cas! La literie est confortable, la salle de bain avec 1 douche + 1 baignoire et le coin cuisine bien équipé. Seul petit bémol il n'y a pas de chauffage et pour les jours sans soleil en septembre c'était un petit peu juste. Excellence séjour malgré ça, nous y retournerons avec grand plaisir, superbe.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect!

Wonderful ocean views and we were lucky enough to see whales really close by, from our balcony. Watched the sunrise, lying in bed. Apartment was even better than we had hoped for, spotless with brand new Everything. Friendly staff, comfortable bed, access to pool area and outdoor grill. Couldn't be happier. Will definitely recommend to all, and hope to return soon. Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Torunn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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