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Penguino Guest House

3.5 star property
Hermanus guesthouse with outdoor pool

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Front of property
Gentoo Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
King penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Outdoor pool
Little penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Laundry service
  • TV in a common area
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
The price is $102
includes taxes & fees
$102 per night
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2025

Room options

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Royal Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Royal Penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Galapagos penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Galapagos penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Little penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Little penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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King penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

King penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Humboldt Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Humboldt Penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Africa Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Africa Penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Emperor penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Emperor penguin

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Gentoo Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Gentoo Penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
16 Westcliff road, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

  • Village Square - 14 min walk
  • Hermanus Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • New Harbour - 3 min drive
  • Voelklip Beach - 7 min drive
  • Grotto Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mikro Coffee Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burgundy Restaurant Hermanus - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Heritage Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ficks Wine & Pinchos - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Penguino Guest House

When visiting Hermanus, Penguino Guest House is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and self parking are added perks.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 4 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests must contact the property for check-in information
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Check-in hours are 11 AM-1 PM and 4:30-6 PM on Sunday. The guesthouse is closed 1-4:30 PM on Sunday.

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

Children

  • Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only)
  • Restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Penguino Guest House Hermanus
Penguino Hermanus
Penguino Guest House Guesthouse Hermanus
Penguino Guest House Guesthouse
Penguino Guest House Hermanus
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Penguino Guest House Guesthouse Hermanus

Frequently asked questions

Does Penguino Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Penguino Guest House 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 Penguino Guest House?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Penguino Guest House?
Yes, dogs are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Penguino Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Penguino Guest House?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Penguino Guest House and nearby?
Penguino Guest House has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around Penguino Guest House like?
Penguino Guest House is a short 11-minute walk from Cliff Path and 14 minutes' walk from Village Square.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding host
The host Nikki is outstanding and very helpful. The room size is good and comfortable. Warm electric blanket. Nikki helped us with our Whale trip but unfortunately it got canceled at last minute due to bad weather. Will stay here again without hesitation
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Very comfortable room, excellent breakfast, freshly prepared. Superb hosts, friendly and knowledgeable. Won’t hesitate to return on next holiday.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nora, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely lovely property in easy safe walking distance of Hermanus centre. Safe secure parking within locked boundary. The owner was really friendly and helpful, with lots of advice of things to do and places to eat and drink. Comfortable clean accommodation and with a nice little swimming pool, although we were too busy to use it! Absolutely first class breakfast. Would definitely recommend and use again.
stephen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

I really enjoyed my one night stay! I'd stay again for sure - very quiet spot and an EXCELLENT breakfast!
Keith, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay, made to feel welcome and nothing seemed too much trouble. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay here. Stephan and Nikki are perfect hosts. The guest house is clean and very comfortable. It is right on the cliff path and close enough to walk into town. The breakfast is also amazing,cooked by Stephan. Couldn't have stayed anywhere better.
helen, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

beautiful property in a great location wish a truly delicious breakfast!
Priya, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property with very professional service and comforting security. Superior rooms with great features including tea/coffee-making, good Wi-Fi, USB sockets by the bed. Breakfast excellent. Host Stefan very knowledgeable and helped us plan our onward travel. Situated a very short distance from the sea if you fancy whale watching and close enough to the town to reach a great selection of restaurants. We would highly recommend the Penguino.
Jonathan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent guest house. Hosts were amazing, very welcoming and provided excellent recommendations both for the local area and the rest of our trip. Room itself was lovely and very clean and the breakfast was delicious!!
Claire, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful guest house. Warm and welcoming owners. Fantastic breakfast every morning. We’d come back just to eat here again!!
Jordan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Stay with Wonderful Hosts
Would highly recommend the Penguino. The hosts, Stefan and his wife Nikki are wonderful and really go out of their way to make your stay easy and comfortable. They can help you with any local tours or places to eat out. The breakfast was outstanding and the room amazing. Would definitely book again!
Lauren, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay. Great people, great location, great food :)
Mike, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to stay in Hermanus
We had a wonderful experience at Penguino Guest House. Stefan and Nikki were very welcoming and Stefan had lots of great local suggestions. The breakfast was fantastic. The guest house is just steps away from the Hermanus cliff path and great whale-watching. This is the place to stay in Hermanus!
Lauren, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended
Ultra-welcoming and accommodating hosts, lovely room, nice neighborhood. Stefan and Nikki were a delight.
Giulia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Top guesthouse
Great spot - super friendly and wonderful service. Good location to get around hermanus and a brilliant breakfast to kick off the day.
Angela, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I will be back
A very comfortable 3 days last weekend. extremely welcoming hosts. The rooms are super clean. The "made to order " special that my daughter wanted is just an indication of the small touches that go a long way. Will definitively be back
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely guest house with great hosts. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Breakfasts are something to look forward to. Always a pleasure to stay there.
Pat/Dave, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hosts/owners are exceptionally lovely friendly people and made us ver well. The breakfast was fantastic. Location excellent.
Maria, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The welcome from owners Ottie and Nikki was warm and full of offers to help and advise in any way. During our ten day stay, mainly to meet family nearby and deal with some issues following an untimely bereavement, our hosts were always kind and made us feel fully at home when we were at Penguino. Their staff were also warm and very efficient. And their dogs were lovely too!! Penguino is just off the amazing Hermanus cliff walk and is in easy walking distance of the town's plentiful shops and restaurants. It is a good base for both the town and the surrounding coast, beaches and nearby wine area.
10-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hosts, easy to walk into town and two friendly dogs!
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Location excellent and hosts could not have been more helpful and friendly.
Terry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review