Whale Coast

Travel Guide

Balcony to the Atlantic Ocean in Hermanus, a city in South Africa, and one of the southernmost cities in Africa where you can watch whales from the boardwalk.
Balcony to the Atlantic Ocean in Hermanus, a city in South Africa, and one of the southernmost cities in Africa where you can watch whales from the boardwalk.
Sunset on the cliff path 💛
A beautiful stop off on the Garden Route and a great place to see penguins up close ❤️🐧
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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 Shopping Centre while you're exploring.

Hermanus City-Centre
Best breakfast with a view ever#greatjob#Birkenhead#<3

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
Sunset on the cliff path 💛

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
About the last whale in Hermanus this Year.

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 Cliff Path.

Eastcliff
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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 Kammabaai Beach.

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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
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 €99 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
€99
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
The place was very clean and spacious with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and big balcony. The kitchen was well equipped with a dishwasher, etc. The air conditioning was nice upstairs in the bedroom but there was none downstairs in the living room and dining room. The breakfast was delicious and cooked ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
21 Marine Drive Hermanus Western Cape
The price is €119 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€119
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (253 reviews)
Excellent room, very spacious and spotless. Very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent restaurant attached to hotel. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
Esplanade Hermanus

Esplanade Hermanus

63 Marine Dr Hermanus Western Cape
The price is €185 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
€185
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Great staff, fantastic location.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Esplanade Hermanus
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
The place was very clean and spacious with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and big balcony. The kitchen was well equipped with a dishwasher, etc. The air conditioning was nice upstairs in the bedroom but there was none downstairs in the living room and dining room. The breakfast was delicious and cooked ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Spatalla Holiday Homes

Spatalla Holiday Homes

4 out of 5
99 3rd Avenue Kleinmond Western Cape
Stay at this holiday home in Kleinmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions SA Forest Adventures Kleinmond and Kogelberg Biosphere ...
A spacious, well appointed property that was perfect for our needs.

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2023

Spatalla Holiday Homes
Hermanus Heights Villa

Hermanus Heights Villa

3.5 out of 5
37 Raed na Gael Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this apartment in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Hermanus Country Market are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
This was really large and fantastic.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Hermanus Heights Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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