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The surf shack

Property class: 3
3-star Mediterranean hostel in Westcliff

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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12 fourie street, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200
  • Place, Old Harbour Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cliff Path
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, New Harbour
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Twin Room | WiFi (free)

Basic Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Double Room | WiFi (free)

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Hermanus

Westcliff stay.Your stay at this Westcliff hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Whale Museum and Gearing's Point. Village Square and Cliff Path are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Village Square - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Old Harbour Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cliff Path - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • New Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hemel-en-Aarde Valley - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪THE STATION - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fusion Cafe, Hermanus - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mikro Coffee Co - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shell - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The surf shack

3-star Mediterranean hostel in Westcliff
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A complete renovation of The surf shack was completed in June 2022.
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1920
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lockers available
The surf shack offers 4 accommodations with hair dryers. This Hermanus hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Rock climbing
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Spelunking

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • Visa

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa and cash.

Property is also known as

The surf shack Hermanus
The surf shack Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The surf shack Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hermanus

Frequently asked questions

Does The surf shack have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The surf shack.

How much does it cost to stay at The surf shack?

As of Sep 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The surf shack on Oct 5, 2026 start from $86, 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.

How close is The surf shack to the beach?

This hostel is 3.5 mi (7-min drive) from Kammabaai Beach and 3.5 mi (10-min drive) from Voelklip Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The surf shack offer free breakfast?

The surf shack offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The surf shack?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at The surf shack?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The surf shack?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does The surf shack have a pool?

The surf shack does not have a pool.

Does The surf shack have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The surf shack to downtown Hermanus?

The surf shack is 1.3 mi away from Hermanus.

The surf shack Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had such a wonderful stay! the place is amazingly friendly and welcoming. the vibes are very good and positive. It is clean and cosy so you feel and confortable and at ease. you sleep very well because it is quiet Nice and clean accomodations. Highly recommendable thank you very much!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really awesome little surf house and surf school in Hermanus . Sarah the owner really took care of all our needs and organised all our surfing lessons and a very special whale boat trip to see the southern wright whales. The surf house is just a short walk into the town centre along the beautifull ocean cliff path walk . Highly recommended and will back for sure some day !