Bed and Breakfast in Hermanus
4-Star Bed & Breakfast
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this bed and breakfast
Comfortable Accommodations
Amenities
Golf course (within 2 mi)
Concierge services
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Heating
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Smoking allowed
Safe
Key access
Housekeeping available
Cleaning products
Map of Hermanus
Available Rooms
Ratings and reviews
100% verified reviews10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2026
We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Whale’s Tail in Hermanus. From the moment we arrived, Evelyn and her wonderful team have been absolutely fantastic. Nothing is too much trouble, and their genuine warmth, friendliness and attention to detail make you feel incredibly welcome.
Our room was beautifully appointed, spotlessly clean and extremely comfortable, with a wonderfully comfortable bed and a lovely, well-equipped bathroom. Everything has been thoughtfully provided to ensure a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Breakfast deserves a special mention! Generous, hearty and absolutely delicious, it’s a wonderful way to start the day. The quality and care that go into everything are immediately apparent.
What really makes The Whale’s Tail special, though, is the hospitality. Evelyn and her team clearly take enormous pride in looking after their guests, and it shows in every aspect of the experience.
We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again and would wholeheartedly recommend The Whale’s Tail to anyone visiting Hermanus. A truly lovely guesthouse run by lovely people. Thank you, Evelyn and team, for making our stay so memorable!
9 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2026
- The whole House was great. The room was very nice.
- The staff were excellent.
- The breakfast was fantastic.
- Great location. Close to the boat tour operators and easy access to the coastal path.
- Parking on the premises was good.
- Not much negative to be honest.
- Be aware it's not as close to the shops and restaurants in Hermanus but the fantastic coastal route is highly recommended for a walk into town. Max. 5min by car.
- The shower and toilet arrangements in the room took a little getting used to, but no problem.
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2026
Perfect location, great bed . Clean and specious room
Staff was not that knowledgable. Omelet did not agree with us. Lock of our room was not perfect..
5 / 10·May 2026
Beautiful Room
Aesthetic
Breakfast was delicious but delayed and restricted
no bed warmer
aircon did not work and the weather was almost 10-8 degrees at night
TV Facilities work on your own DSTV & Netflix account-the lodge guesthouse does not provide that-please note i called for help and the person on the other line of the phone was very unhospitable
no wardrobe-you hang your clothes on a rail
no tea&coffee station-one would need to keep asking.Cold Milk.
The guest next to me asked if there was any other juice and they were told they only provided one flavor.
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"We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Whale’s Tail in Hermanus. From the moment we arrived, Evelyn and her wonderful team have been absolutely fantastic. Nothing is too much trouble, and their ge..."
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