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The Whaling Station Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Plettenberg Bay with free parking

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Outdoor pool
Comfort Suite, Garden View
Exterior
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Comfort Double Room
The Whaling Station Guesthouse offers a peaceful escape with a calming garden, rejuvenating spa treatments, and a refreshing outdoor pool. After a swim, guests can enjoy a drink from the bar or settle in with a good book from the house library.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Room options

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Sept 20 - Sept 21
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Tomorrow

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Comfort Suite, Garden View

Comfort Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Suite, Garden View

Comfort Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Suite, Garden View

Comfort Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Suite, Garden View

Comfort Suite, Garden View

Comfort Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Plettenberg Bay is home to The Whaling Station Guesthouse. Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber Shed are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Knysna Ziplines and Salt River Lookout. Plett Puzzle Park and Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park are also worth visiting.
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Map
Goose Valley Turtle Creek Golf Estate, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600

What's nearby

  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Knysna Elephant Park - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 15 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adi’s Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Le Fournil De Plett Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout Deck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nineteen89 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Whaling Station Guesthouse

Property highlights
The Whaling Station Guesthouse provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, outdoor furniture and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guestrooms at The Whaling Station Guesthouse feature comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers and shampoo
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and portable fans

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Whaling Station Bed & Breakfast Plettenberg Bay
Whaling Station Bed & Breakfast
Whaling Station Plettenberg Bay
The Whaling Station Bed Breakfast
Whaling Station & Breakfast
The Whaling Plettenberg
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The Whaling Station Guesthouse Plettenberg Bay
The Whaling Station Guesthouse Bed & breakfast Plettenberg Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does The Whaling Station Guesthouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whaling Station Guesthouse on 2 Oct 2025 start from NZ$88.09, including 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 The Whaling Station Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Whaling Station Guesthouse located?

Situated in Plettenberg Bay, this bed & breakfast is within 3 miles (5 km) of St Peters Anglican Church, Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber Shed. Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park and Radical Raptors are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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