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The Whale on Main B&B

3.5 star property
3.5-star adults-only B&B with free breakfast

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Balcony
Restaurant
Superior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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329 Main Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200
  • Place, Voelklip Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kammabaai Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Harbour
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Hermanus

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Hermanus B&B, you'll find Kammabaai Beach and Voelklip Beach. Hermanus Country Market and Village Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Voelklip Beach - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kammabaai Beach - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Village Square - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Old Harbour - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oskars Cafe & Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fusion Cafe, Hermanus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bientang's Cave Restaurant Hermanus - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Whale on Main B&B

3.5-star adults-only B&B with free breakfast
The Whale on Main B&B offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Whale on Main B&B. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Hermanus bed & breakfast.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2018
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Whale on Main B&B offers 6 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hot tub
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Wine tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in 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

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Whale on Main B&B

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Tax ID - 0
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
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
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 tax ID number is 0. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

The Whale on Main B&B Hermanus

The Whale on Main B&B Bed & breakfast

The Whale on Main B&B Bed & breakfast Hermanus

Frequently asked questions

Does The Whale on Main B&B have an airport shuttle?

The Whale on Main B&B offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 1200 per vehicle, one-way.

How much does it cost to stay at The Whale on Main B&B?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whale on Main B&B on May 22, 2026 start from $185, 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 Whale on Main B&B to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 1.4 mi (3-min drive) from Kammabaai Beach and 1.6 mi (3-min drive) from Voelklip Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Whale on Main B&B offer free breakfast?

The Whale on Main B&B offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Whale on Main B&B?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Whale on Main B&B?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Whale on Main B&B?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Whale on Main B&B have a pool?

The Whale on Main B&B does not have a pool.

Does The Whale on Main B&B have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Whale on Main B&B to downtown Hermanus?

The Whale on Main B&B is 0.6 mi away from Hermanus.

The Whale on Main B&B Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Northampton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room, great service and perfect hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean, bright, comfortable, and a wonderfully helpful host. We felt pampered.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Perfect, peaceful location in Hermanus

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

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

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!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tanya really looked after us. Breakfast was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable and spotlessly clean, excellent breakfast and friendly helpful host. Definitely on our go back to list.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs A

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and huge room. Very Nice host
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bernie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr herzlicher Empfang, super nette Gastgeber, die gerne bei der Reiseplanung unterstützen, soweit dies gewünscht wird. Sehr schönes Haus mit tollen Annehmlichkeiten. Alles runherum top!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jean-michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Personnel exceptionnel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr nett und familiär. Hilfsbereit auch bei Auskünften zur Umgebung, Aktivitäten und Restaurants (wurden auch für uns reserviert).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025