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Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools, near New Harbour

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Pool Suite at the Villa | View from room
Walker Bay Suite, 1st floor in the Villa | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Walker Bay Suite, 1st floor in the Villa | Balcony
Pool Suite at the Villa | View from room
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $138
includes taxes & fees
$119 per night
Nov 30 - Dec 1

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Walker Bay Suite, 1st floor in the Villa | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Walker Bay Suite, 1st floor in the Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Pool Suite at the Villa | View from room

Pool Suite at the Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Deluxe Rooms | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Garden Deluxe Rooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite (Distant Sea View) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Suite (Distant Sea View)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Suites | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Garden Suites

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Patio Deluxe Rooms in the Villa | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Patio Deluxe Rooms in the Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Family Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Garden Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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The price is $157
includes taxes & fees
$137 per night
Dec 12 - Dec 13
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About the neighborhood

Map
26 Springfield Ave, Westcliff, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

  • New Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cliff Path - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hermanus Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Voelklip Beach - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Grotto Beach - 11 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 90 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mikro Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burgundy Restaurant Hermanus - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Heritage Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ficks Wine & Pinchos - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

Situated by the ocean, Whale Rock Luxury Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Hermanus. You can be pampered with massages, then unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 17 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle from 7:30 AM to 8 PM*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1910
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1000 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 650.0 per night
  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 18 costs ZAR 1000 (one-way)
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chairs

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
State tax ID - 4920140896
Property Registration Number 1993/006452/07

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Whale Rock Luxury Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7:30 AM to 8 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 1000 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a picnic area. Whale Rock Luxury Lodge also has a garden.
What's the area around Whale Rock Luxury Lodge like?
Whale Rock Luxury Lodge is a short 5-minute walk from New Harbour and 6 minutes' walk from Cliff Path.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Lovely stay, very comfortable, host is lovely, great breakfast
Ruth, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Fabulous location, ticked all our boxes and would recommend
Paul, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel with excellent service
Owen, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The danger with 'luxury' in the name is the immediate setting of high expectations and unfortunately, the place fell short for me. It's an attractive property to pull up to, despite driving alongside the township to get to it, but in the lobby staff kept us waiting to check us in and I noticed cliched and dated seaside decor like fish and shells which didn't align with the classy photography I had previously seen. We were told we were in the villa, which was a separate car park - it didn't need to be but it made it seem an inconvenience to drive around. The 2-storey room itself had some lovely design decisions in the furniture and looked much sharper and impressive than the lobby, but laminated signs dotted around cheapened it. The messaging around water protection and eco measures but could have been made more slick. it was also a contradiction to save water when we had to run and waste the shower before we had any warm water, our toilet also smelled - as we were only there two nights and were out quite a lot we coped. Breakfast was a disappointment. Plastic chairs, limited choices and paying extra for a decent coffee didn't feel luxury. it was never busy despite this, the staff seemed distracted gossiping as we had to chase up our order on both days due to long waits. We stayed in 4 places on our break and mainly due to the lack of customer-focussed service this was my least fave. Location, it is 30min walk from the sea bar photo, 10min walk from new harbour.
Colin, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Jill, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hermanus
Our stay was short, just overnight but the staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was lovely and very clean. Information booklet was helpful and interesting. We would stay again next time we in Hermanus.
Bryan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Anupama, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mike, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant
Beautiful accommodation, wonderful staff.
PATRICK, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Couple stay
The lodge was not luxurious. Our room was large and we had a balcony but some of soft furnishings were a bit tired. The furniture in the breakfast room was basic but breakfast was ok. Staff were lovejy. The grounds were very nice and the pool was inviting but too cold to swim in unfortunately. The location was near the New Harbour area and at the start of the spectacular cliff walk. But it was very close to the township . Security seemed good though so felt safe.
sharon, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay here. We'd definitely go back. Very highly recommended. They went above and beyond for a request to that we had, in which we were so grateful. Super friendly staff, too.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy comforts of home
It was very cozy and had all the comforts of home away from home. The staff were warm & friendly and very accommodating. The breakfast was included and was delicious. All in all a good choice.
Georgina, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

e, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I loved my stay and how close it was to new harbour, staff were very nice and didn't mind to stop and have a chat with you or help with anything that was needed.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really liked the pool and the peace and quiet. The location is great for relaxing.
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful old building, lovely pool af garden, fantastic staff
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Darrel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great and super friendly staff - Perfect Cosy property with nice pool and great breakfast!
Alfons, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful property nestled away from the main streets (but across from the New Harbour). Enjoy lovely gardens and a perfect salt water pool, comfortable rooms and cozy common spaces, as well as great and friendly service. All around - a winner.
LisaG, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2nd time at this property, large clean rooms in great grounds, with friendly staff. Excellent breakfast. Far enough outside Hermanus to be quiet, but close enough to walk (20 mins on the coastal path)
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, easy reach of the cliff walk. Beautiful rooms with nice heated floors. Pool looked lovely though too cold for us to use in winter.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

David, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Alastair, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Hotel with outstanding staff and service
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review