The Whale on Main B&B

Adults-only bed & breakfast with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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September 2025

October 2025

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Whale on Main B&B offers cooked-to-order breakfasts to start your day right. Relax at the outdoor pool with sun loungers, play golf at the nearby course, or enjoy nature views from the garden. High-speed WiFi and dry cleaning services add convenience to your stay.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Pool
Laundry
Free WiFi
Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Standard Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Portable fan

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Portable fan

38 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

329 Main Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

Hermanus Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
Old Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Voelklip Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Grotto Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Hermanus Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Restaurants

‪The Burgundy - ‬3 min drive
‪Gelato Mania - ‬3 min drive
‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Oskars Coffee & Sandwich Bar - ‬14 min walk
‪Bientang's Cave Restaurant Hermanus - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Whale on Main B&B

Bed & breakfast by the sea

Consider a stay at The Whale on Main B&B and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a garden. Tee up with amenities like a driving range, a golf clubhouse, and a golf pro shop at this bed & breakfast. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a snack bar/deli.

Other perks include:

An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and tour/ticket assistance
Beach towels, golf clubs on site, and a front-desk safe

Room features

All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and portable fans
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Rainfall showers, tubs or showers, and free toiletries
40-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and daily housekeeping

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry

P10,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
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
Outdoor pool
Pro golf shop
Wine tours

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Beach towels
Garden
On the bay
Pool loungers

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

1 floor
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Built in 2018
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

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

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

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 - 7:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

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

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.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property 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

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 a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Whale on Main B&B pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Whale on Main B&B?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Whale on Main B&B provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 1200 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Whale on Main B&B located?

Situated in Hermanus, this golf bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kammabaai Beach and Voelklip Beach. Hermanus Country Market and Village Square are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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