Whale Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Whale Coast

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Hermanus City-Centre

5/5(19 area reviews)

Whale watching, seaside views and shopping are some highlights of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Village Square while you're exploring.

Hermanus City-Centre
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Westcliff

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Seaside views, whale watching and waterfront views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westcliff. Check out Cliff Path or New Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Westcliff
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Voelklip

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Beaches, whale watching and mountain views are some highlights of Voelklip. Make a stop by Voelklip Beach or Grotto Beach while you're exploring.

Voelklip
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Eastcliff

5/5(4 area reviews)

While Eastcliff may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Harbour and Village Square.

Eastcliff
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Fernkloof

While Fernkloof isn't home to many top sights, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fernkloof
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Kwaaiwater

While there might not be top attractions in Kwaaiwater, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Voelklip Beach and Old Harbour.

Kwaaiwater
The Marine Hermanus

The Marine Hermanus

5 out of 5
Marine Drive, Walker Bay, Hermanus, Western Cape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp7.980.245 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
Rp7.980.245
Rp9.269.050 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (187 reviews)
"Excelleng stay and amazing staff"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

The Marine Hermanus
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is Rp1.664.117 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Rp1.664.117
Rp1.913.735 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
"All superb!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Harbour House Hotel

Harbour House Hotel

5 out of 5
22 Harbour Road (Harbour Square), Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a conference centre. Popular attractions Whale Museum and Old Harbour are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (286 reviews)
Highly recommended
"Great hotel. Would happily come back"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

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Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads, Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
"All superb!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Hermanus Heights Villa

Hermanus Heights Villa

3.5 out of 5
37 Raed na Gael, Hermanus Heights, Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Hoy's Koppie are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Hermanus Heights Villa - simply stunning
"Hermanus Heights Villa - is simply stunning. Large, very well equipped apartment, stunning views, close to Hermanus shopping centre, Saturday framers market and the beach front."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Hermanus Heights Villa
74 on Marine

74 on Marine

4 out of 5
74 Marine Drive, Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Whale Museum and Old Harbour are located nearby.
"What a fabulous apartment in an amazing location, wished we had stayed longer. Easy walking distance to bars, restaurants and shops. Suzanne was very helpful and ensured we made the most of our stay. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2019

74 on Marine
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Popular places to visit

Old Harbour

Old Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to Old Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Old Harbour

Grotto Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Grotto Beach during your travels in Hermanus? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Grotto Beach

Voelklip Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Voelklip Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Hermanus. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Voelklip Beach

Hermanus Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Hermanus at Hermanus Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Hermanus Golf Club

Cliff Path

You can take time to visit Cliff Path during your travels to Hermanus. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Cliff Path

New Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to New Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

New Harbour