Benguela

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in De Kelders with free breakfast and outdoor pool

Photo gallery for Benguela

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen
Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | View from room
Lobby
Garden

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept

Explore the area

View map
24 Eiland St, De Kelders, Western Cape, 7220
  • Danger Point Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Gansbaai Harbor
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Grootbos Nature Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

De Kelders

At Benguela you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from De Kelders Strand and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Klipgat Caves. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .At the bed & breakfast's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class De Kelders B&B include Danger Point Lighthouse and Gansbaai Harbor.

What's nearby

  • De Kelders Strand - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Danger Point Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Gansbaai Harbor - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Grootbos Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Kleinbaai Harbour - 9 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Garden Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse Restaurant and Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gansbaai Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪B Blondes Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Benguela

Bed & breakfast in De Kelders with free breakfast and outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Benguela. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star De Kelders bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1990
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Benguela offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. This De Kelders bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1990
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1800 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 3)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

BENGUELA B&B De Kelders
BENGUELA De Kelders
BENGUELA De Kelders
BENGUELA Bed & breakfast
BENGUELA Bed & breakfast De Kelders

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Benguela?

Benguela offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Benguela?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Benguela on 25 Sept 2025 start from AU$213.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Benguela?

Yep, Benguela has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Benguela?

The closest beach to Benguela is Hermanus Beach (15.5 km).

Does Benguela have a pool?

Benguela has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Benguela a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Benguela.

Does Benguela serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Benguela?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Benguela?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Benguela?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Benguela?

No, only service animals are allowed.