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The Whale on Main B&B

3.5-star property
329 Main Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape 1800 796 370
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Hotel Description

At The Whale on Main B&B you'll be 2 km (1.2 mi) from Voelklip Beach and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Village Square. Highlights at this B&B include free cooked-to-order breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool, and free self parking.

This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-star Hermanus B&B include Old Harbour and Shopping Centre.

Superior Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$181* Per night/room 3 May - 4 May

Standard Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

About the The Whale on Main B&B

Location 329 Main Rd, Hermanus, Western Cape 7200

Property Features

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Whale on Main B&B. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Hermanus bed & breakfast.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2018
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Whale on Main B&B offers 6 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Private balcony or patio
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

Guests are served free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 19
  • Check-in time ends at 7:00 PM

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. If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The Whale on Main B&B offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:30 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Whale on Main B&B

Policies

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. The tax ID number is 0. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Minimum guest age is 12
  • Caters to adults only
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 7:00 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Car recommended
  • State tax ID - 0
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • Security system
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

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 1200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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

Hotel Names

  • The Whale on Main B&B Hermanus
  • The Whale on Main B&B Bed & breakfast
  • The Whale on Main B&B Bed & breakfast Hermanus

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.