Whale Coast

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Whale Coast

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Hermanus City-Centre

Whale watching, seaside views, and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Village Square or Old Harbour while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Hermanus City-Centre
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Voelklip

Beaches, whale watching, and mountain views are some highlights of Voelklip. Make a stop by Voelklip Beach or Grotto Beach while you're exploring.

Voelklip
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Westcliff

Seaside views, whale watching, and waterfront views are just a few things travelers enjoy about Westcliff. Check out Cliff Path or New Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Westcliff
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Eastcliff

While Eastcliff might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Village Square and Old Harbour.

Eastcliff
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Fernkloof

Fernkloof might not have many top sights, but Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fernkloof
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Kwaaiwater

Though Kwaaiwater might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Voelklip Beach and Old Harbour.

Kwaaiwater
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is P5,022 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
P5,022
P5,775 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (232 reviews)
"Excellent staff, service and location."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
The Marine Hermanus

The Marine Hermanus

5 out of 5
Marine Drive, Walker Bay, Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
"World class, old world luxury hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

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The Marine Hermanus
Esplanade Hermanus

Esplanade Hermanus

63 Marine Dr, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is P7,058 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
P7,058
P7,058 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
super comfy and great location
"loved our overnight stay, wonderful views of the ocean and mountains. the unit is beautifully decorated with everything you need. very central and easy to walk to restaurants etc. staff were excellent, very helpful. only point to improve is on sustainability, be great if drinking water was not in ..."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Esplanade Hermanus
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Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads, Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (232 reviews)
"Excellent staff, service and location."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Hermanus Heights Villa

Hermanus Heights Villa

3.5 out of 5
37 Raed na Gael, Hermanus Heights, Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Hoy's Koppie are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Hermanus Heights Villa - simply stunning
"Hermanus Heights Villa - is simply stunning. Large, very well equipped apartment, stunning views, close to Hermanus shopping centre, Saturday framers market and the beach front."

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

Hermanus Heights Villa
Kleinmond Panorama Holidays

Kleinmond Panorama Holidays

7 Lagoon St, Kleinmond, Western Cape
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kleinmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attractions SA Forest Adventures Kleinmond and Kleinmond ...
6/10 (1 review)
"Great place, amenities are a bit old but functional. There is no heater in the apartment which made it very cold in the evenings. There wasn’t even salt and pepper."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Kleinmond Panorama Holidays
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Old Harbour

Old Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to Old Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Old Harbour

Hermanus Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Hermanus Beach during your travels in Greater Hermanus?

Hermanus Beach

Grotto Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Grotto Beach during your travels in Hermanus? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Grotto Beach

Voelklip Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Voelklip Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Hermanus. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Voelklip Beach

Hermanus Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Hermanus at Hermanus Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Hermanus Golf Club

Arabella Country Estate

Enjoy a round of golf in Kleinmond at Arabella Country Estate. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Arabella Country Estate

Things to do

Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus

Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus

P11,075
per adult
Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus
4x4 Safari

4 Day Garden Route Luxe Selection Micro Group Tour from Cape Town

P186,330
per adult
4 Day Garden Route Luxe Selection Micro Group Tour from Cape Town
Private Tour: Whale Watching Shared Boat Trip from Cape Town

Private Tour: Whale Watching Shared Boat Trip from Cape Town

P9,809
per adult
Private Tour: Whale Watching Shared Boat Trip from Cape Town
Cape Agulhas Full Day Private Tour

Cape Agulhas Full Day Private Tour

P11,075
per adult
Cape Agulhas Full Day Private Tour
Orange Breasted Sunbird

Hermanus & Overberg Birding

P7,910
per adult
Hermanus & Overberg Birding
Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

P25,019
per adult
Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus
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