The Whale on Main B&B

Hermanus adults-only B&B with outdoor pool

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

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

Wake up by the sea at The Whale on Main B&B, where a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast awaits. Enjoy an outdoor pool with sun loungers, golf at the adjacent course, and take in breathtaking views of nature from the garden. With high-speed WiFi and dry cleaning services available for your convenience.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Airport transfer
Pool
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Outdoor pool
Beach towels
Airport shuttle
Garden
Communal living room
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Laundry service
Multilingual staff
Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathtub or shower

$138 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Tomorrow

Dec 1 - Dec 2

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Superior Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

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

Standard Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

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

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Pool
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Free WiFi
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$131 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

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About the neighborhood

329 Main Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

Old Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Voelklip Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Kammabaai Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Grotto Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Hemel-en-Aarde Valley - 5 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

‪Gelato Mania - ‬3 min drive
‪The Burgundy - ‬3 min drive
‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Bientang's Cave Restaurant Hermanus - ‬3 min drive
‪Fusion Cafe, Hermanus - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Whale on Main B&B

Adjacent to a golf course, The Whale on Main B&B is a great choice for a stay in Hermanus. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails and mountain biking are nearby. A snack bar/deli, a garden, and bike cleaning are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 6 rooms
- Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum guest age is 12
- Minimum check-in age is 19

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Transfers

- Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

- Designated smoking areas
- Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Snack bar/deli

What to do

Public winery tours
Beach nearby
Access to nearby health club
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Ziplining nearby
Fishing nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Beach towels
Bike cleaning
Bike storage
Golf caddy on site
Golf cart on site
Golf clubs on site
Pool loungers

Facilities

Built in 2018
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Communal living room
Adjacent to a golf course
Golf driving range on site
An outdoor pool
Golf clubhouse on site
Golf pro shop on site
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegetarian dining options
At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

Well-lit path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

40-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding

What to enjoy

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Water-efficient showers only
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide

Fee & policy details

Optional extras

Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Policies

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.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

This property uses solar energy.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

State tax ID - 0

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Whale on Main B&B does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Whale on Main B&B?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Whale on Main B&B?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Whale on Main B&B?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 1200 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Whale on Main B&B?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at The Whale on Main B&B and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include a garden and access to a nearby health club.