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Whale Away Guest House
223 Main Road (Hermanus) 7200

Whale Away Guest House
Whale Away Guest House is a small Guest House facing the Walkerbay. It is located just 5 minutes' walk from restaurants, the centre of Hermanus and 3 minutes' drive from the beach. Whale Away Guest House offers elegantly furnished guest rooms. Guest can enjoy an English Breakfast in the dinning room, or visit a choice of many restaurants nearby. The property is a mere stroll from the Hermanus cliff path which offers unspoilt views of the bay and Overberg Mountain Range. There are a number of outdoor activities available, including shark cage diving, golfing, boat trips, whale watching a must during whale season, wine tasting and more. After a day of exploring the region, guest can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool. Whale Away Guest House is 120 km from Cape Town and on the scenic route between Cape Town and the Garden Route.
Score from 342 reviews
Superb 8.6/10
Rooms: 5   calendar  (Search)
Address: 223 Main Road, Hermanus 7200  map (Map)

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Everything - this was an exceptional guest house in every respect. The room was up to 5* hotel standards and the facilities superb. An excellent location was an added bonus with great access to the cliff path. Owner was very helpful and staff friendly. Wished we could have stayed longer. stunning rooms, stylish decor, seavie (could see whales from bed), nice and very personal service, breakfast was great and varied from day to day, huge stylish bathrooms.
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Making your reservation at Whale Away Guest House is easy and secure with best rates guaranteed. Fill out your preferred dates of stay above and click the 'check availability' button. Then select the number of room/s you'd like to book and click the 'book now' button. Subsequently a reservation form appears where you will be asked to insert your details to confirm your booking. We will then send you an instant confirmation message by email which you need to show during check-in.

Whale Away Guest House Room information

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Double en suite Room
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2
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ZAR 1100.00
This room offers ocean views.

Room Facilities:
Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Satellite TV, Safety Deposit Box, Refrigerator, Hairdryer, DVD Player, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath, Balcony, Air Conditioning

Honeymoon Suite
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2
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ZAR 1300.00
This room is situated on the first floor and has a sea view.

Standard Twin Room
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2
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ZAR 900.00
This room offers mountain views and is fitted with satellite TV and a safe. The bathroom has a shower and free toiletries.

Double En-Suite Patio
[Room Information]
2
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ZAR 1100.00
Double room with sea views and sliding doors opening onto the patio.

Room Facilities:
Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Satellite TV, Safety Deposit Box, Refrigerator, Patio, Hairdryer, DVD Player, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath, Air Conditioning

Twin En-Suite
[Room Information]
2
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ZAR 900.00
Twin room with mountain views and sliding doors opening onto a garden area.

Room Facilities:
Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Satellite TV, Safety Deposit Box, Refrigerator, Hairdryer, DVD Player, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Air Conditioning

Amenities at Whale Away Guest House

Transportation
Secured parking, Car Rental
Shops
Souvenirs/Gift Shop
Services
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access
Pools and wellness
Swimming pool, Outdoor Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
Non-Smoking Rooms, Heating, Designated Smoking Area, Bridal Suite, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Airconditioning
General
WiFi everywhere, Private parking, Parking on-site, Parking , Free Parking
Front-desk/reception area services
Tour Desk, Safety Deposit Box, Luggage Storage, Currency Exchange
Food & Drink
Breakfast details
Entertainment and children services
Casino
Common areas
Sun Terrace, Garden, Communal lounge/TV room
Cleaning services
Laundry, Ironing Service, Dry Cleaning, Daily maid service
Business facilities
Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Fax/Photocopying, Business Centre
Activities
Squash, Horse Riding, Hiking, Golf Course (within 3 km), Fishing, Diving, Cycling, Canoeing, Bowling

Important information to guests

Please note that the total price of the reservation will be charged on the day of booking for 1-night stays. Please note that check-in is strictly before 19:00. Please inform Whale Away Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Please inform Whale Away Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Information about the area

Just a short walk from art galleries and restaurants, Whale Away Guest House is the perfect base for numerous activities in the area. Walk along the IFAW Whale Walk or play a round of golf at the nearby golf course. You can also visit some of the best vineyards in the region.

Travelling information

By car:

- Coming from Cape Town, follow the R43 in the direction of Cape Agulhas.
- Continue through Hermanus.
- The guesthouse is on your left-hand side, 500 metres after the stop sign
at the corner of Main Road and Lord Roberts Street.

Whale Away Guest House Policies

Check-in
14:00 - 18:00
Check-out
07:00 - 10:00
Accepted CreditCards at Hotel
The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, MasterCard
Cancellation Policy
If cancelled up to 21 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled up to 14 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy
Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.
There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Deposit Policy
50 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.
VAT and city/tourist taxes
14 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
1.00 % city/tourist tax per person per night is not included.
Internet
Internet via modem is available in public areas and costs ZAR 45 per hour.
Meal Plan
Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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