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Penguino Guest House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Hermanus with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Front of property
Outdoor pool
Gentoo Penguin
Galapagos penguin | Beach
Fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €91
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul

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Royal Penguin

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Very good
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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Galapagos penguin

Galapagos penguin

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Little penguin

Little penguin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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King penguin

King penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Humboldt Penguin

Humboldt Penguin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Africa Penguin

Africa Penguin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Gentoo Penguin

Gentoo Penguin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
16 Westcliff road, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

  • Cliff Path - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Old Harbour - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • New Harbour - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Hermanus Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Voelklip Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘPear Tree - ‬13 min walk
  • â€ȘMikro Coffee Company - ‬13 min walk
  • â€ȘBurgundy Restaurant Hermanus - ‬13 min walk
  • â€ȘHeritage Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • â€ȘFicks Wine & Pinchos - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Penguino Guest House

Guest house located in Westcliff
You can look forward to free full breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception at Penguino Guest House. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a TV in reception and smoke-free property
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in hours are 11 AM-1 PM and 4:30-6 PM on Sunday. The guesthouse is closed 1-4:30 PM on Sunday.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Penguino Guest House Hermanus
Penguino Hermanus
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Penguino Guest House Hermanus
Penguino Guest House Guesthouse
Penguino Guest House Guesthouse Hermanus

Frequently asked questions

Does Penguino Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Penguino Guest House?

As of 8 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Penguino Guest House on 22 Jul 2025 start from €90.66, 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 Penguino Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, Penguino Guest House allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Penguino Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Penguino Guest House?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Penguino Guest House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Penguino Guest House located?

Located in Westcliff, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cliff Path, Whale Museum and Village Square. Shopping Centre and Old Harbour are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Penguino Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay & excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vinit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay, just a short coastal walk to Hermanus waterfront. Owners were amazing hosts, super helpful and fun! Nikki gave some excellent recommendations while Stefan served up amazing breakfasts. A brilliant tag team! Room was also lovely. Thank you for a memorable short visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful property in a great location wish a truly delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vey convenient guest house.

One night stop over in between Plettenberg & Cape Town. Enabled us to have a half day tour around the area which was well worth while. Everything was as described & more than adequate. Breakfast was superb!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my one night stay! I'd stay again for sure - very quiet spot and an EXCELLENT breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fantastic stay, made to feel welcome and nothing seemed too much trouble. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent guest house. Hosts were amazing, very welcoming and provided excellent recommendations both for the local area and the rest of our trip. Room itself was lovely and very clean and the breakfast was delicious!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Very comfortable room, excellent breakfast, freshly prepared. Superb hosts, friendly and knowledgeable. Won’t hesitate to return on next holiday.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We'll be back!!

This is in the top 3 of the best value for money accommodation we've ever stayed in! Why? The location, the welcome, the room, the SUPERB breakfast, the local knowledge and advice, the electric bikes we hired. And in particular the way hosts Stefan and Nikki interacted with us and the other guests, somehow bringing us all together which enhanced the stay even more.We made some great contacts with people who had stayed at Penguino previously .... which speaks volumes in itself. Hermanus is a lovely, chilled-out place and when we go back we will be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding host

The host Nikki is outstanding and very helpful. The room size is good and comfortable. Warm electric blanket. Nikki helped us with our Whale trip but unfortunately it got canceled at last minute due to bad weather. Will stay here again without hesitation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful guest house. Warm and welcoming owners. Fantastic breakfast every morning. We’d come back just to eat here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Stephan and Nikki are perfect hosts. The guest house is clean and very comfortable. It is right on the cliff path and close enough to walk into town. The breakfast is also amazing,cooked by Stephan. Couldn't have stayed anywhere better.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place to stay in Hermanus

We had a wonderful experience at Penguino Guest House. Stefan and Nikki were very welcoming and Stefan had lots of great local suggestions. The breakfast was fantastic. The guest house is just steps away from the Hermanus cliff path and great whale-watching. This is the place to stay in Hermanus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Stay with Wonderful Hosts

Would highly recommend the Penguino. The hosts, Stefan and his wife Nikki are wonderful and really go out of their way to make your stay easy and comfortable. They can help you with any local tours or places to eat out. The breakfast was outstanding and the room amazing. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Giulia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

Ultra-welcoming and accommodating hosts, lovely room, nice neighborhood. Stefan and Nikki were a delight.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with very professional service and comforting security. Superior rooms with great features including tea/coffee-making, good Wi-Fi, USB sockets by the bed. Breakfast excellent. Host Stefan very knowledgeable and helped us plan our onward travel. Situated a very short distance from the sea if you fancy whale watching and close enough to the town to reach a great selection of restaurants. We would highly recommend the Penguino.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderbares Gasthaus in toller Lage in Hermanus. Wir wurden ganz toll vom Gastgeber empfangen und uns wurde alles ausfĂŒhrlich gezeigt. Die Anlage ist hĂŒbsch gestaltet, es gab ausreichend Parkmöglichkeiten und alles war sehr modern. Die Zimmer waren sauber, ebenfalls modern und gut ausgestattet. Die Betten waren sehr bequem und die Zimmer sehr gerĂ€umig. Das FrĂŒhstĂŒck war lecker und nett gestaltet. Die Gegend ist sicher. Der KĂŒstenwanderweg ist in 2 Minuten zu Fuß zu erreichen. Die Restaurants und der Stadtkern in 15 Minuten. Man kann hier nachts zur Unterkunft zurĂŒcklaufen. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefĂŒhlt und kommen gerne wieder.

10/10 Excellent

Alf

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastisk service

Fantastisk sted. Som at overnatte hos familie. Man fÞlte sig godt tilpas og tager hÄnd om. Perfekt lokation og morgenmaden og servicen var enestÄende
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

En pÀrla i Hermanus

En fantastisk vistelse som vi gĂ€rna gör om! Det hĂ€r stĂ€llet Ă€r en riktig pĂ€rla. Ägarparet Ă€r fantastiska – otroligt trevliga och alltid redo att ge tips om de bĂ€sta restaurangerna, utflykterna och vingĂ„rdarna i omrĂ„det. De hjĂ€lpte oss verkligen att fĂ„ ut det mesta av vĂ„r vistelse. Frukosten Ă€r en upplevelse i sig med en perfekt kombination av Ă  la carte och buffĂ©. Allt var frĂ€scht, vĂ€lsmakande och serverat med stor omsorg. Vi kĂ€nde oss varmt vĂ€lkomna frĂ„n första stund och kommer definitivt att Ă„tervĂ€nda. Rekommenderas starkt till alla som vill ha en minnesvĂ€rd vistelse! #ViKommerTillbaka #PerfektVistelse #ServiceIMĂ€starklass
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Montigaud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jolie chambre et petit dejeuner divinement bon

Super accueil, location trÚs bien située a 2 pas du sentier pour observer les baleine. Jolie chambre tres propre. Petit dejeuner exceptionnel et porridge inoubliable. Les proprietaires sont en plus adorables.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan Philipp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wirklich sehr freundliche und sympathische Gastgeber. Das FrĂŒhstĂŒck war sehr lecker und frisch zubereitet. Checkin und checkout waren einfach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thorben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr liebevoll und persönlich gefĂŒhrtes Guesthouse mit außergewöhlich gutem FrĂŒhstĂŒck. Die Ausstattung der Zimmer lĂ€sst keine WĂŒnsche offen. Stefan und Nikki sind hervorragende Gastgeber. Wir fĂŒhlten uns jederzeit sehr, sehr wohl und können jedem empfehlen, bei einem Besuch in Hermanus das Penguino Guesthouse als Unterkunft zu wĂ€hlen. Wir kommen wieder!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toshiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024