The Whale on Main B&B | Bed & Breakfast in Hermanus

| 10.0 (22 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom
Hermanus Bed & Breakfast | The Whale on Main B&B

1 Bedroom Bed & Breakfast in Hermanus

Adults-only bed & breakfast with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this bed & breakfast has a snack bar/deli and dry cleaning. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a communal living room are onsite.
Change of towels is available on request.
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.


Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Soap
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets
  • Premium bedding
  • Portable fan
  • Desk chair
  • Local maps
  • Individually furnished
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Individually decorated
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Safe
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Desk
Breakfast
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free bottled water
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
Parking
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Accessibility
  • This property does not have elevators
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Health club access
  • Mountain biking
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Ziplining
  • Horse riding
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Whale watching
  • Ecotours
  • Golf driving range
  • Bike storage
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Bike cleaning
  • Public winery tours
Entertainment
  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite channels
General
  • Front-desk safe
  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Games
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Beach towels
  • Books
  • Communal living room
Guest Services
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Golf cart
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Golf caddy
  • Golf pro shop
  • Golf clubs
Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Balcony or patio

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 pm; check-in end time: 7:00 pm late check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 am
Child Policy
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.
Payment Policy
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.
Pet Policy
No pets or service animals allowed

Cashless transactions are available 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 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system 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 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 this property uses solar energy

Reviews

Kristina
Jul 10, 2025 07:43:04 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: 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!!
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Room
Room Size: 323 square feet m2
1 King Bed
2 Twin Beds
Standard Room

General

Number of living rooms 0, Ping - 9, Square meters - 30, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Square feet - 323, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Superior Room
Room Size: 409 square feet m2
1 King Bed
2 Twin Beds
Superior Room

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 11, Square meters - 38, Square feet - 409, Mountain view, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
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