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(2 area reviews)

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

Hermanus City-Centre
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Voelklip

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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Westcliff

5/5(2 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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Eastcliff

5/5(1 area review)

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 Village Square and Old Harbour.

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
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 NZ$151 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$151
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (232 reviews)
"Excellent staff, service and location."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
The Marine Hermanus

The Marine Hermanus

5 out of 5
Marine Drive, Walker Bay, Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
"World class, old world luxury hotel"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

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The Marine Hermanus
Esplanade Hermanus

Esplanade Hermanus

63 Marine Dr, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is NZ$207 per night from 25 July to 26 July
NZ$207
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
super comfy and great location
"loved our overnight stay, wonderful views of the ocean and mountains. the unit is beautifully decorated with everything you need. very central and easy to walk to restaurants etc. staff were excellent, very helpful. only point to improve is on sustainability, be great if drinking water was not in ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Esplanade Hermanus
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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 WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (232 reviews)
"Excellent staff, service and location."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Stylish beach house cottage in perfect location with private pool ( 2- 6 people)

Stylish beach house cottage in perfect location with private pool ( 2- 6 people)

Hermanus
Stay at this vacation home in Hermanus. Enjoy private pools, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Kammabaai Beach and Voelklip Beach are located ...
2/10 (1 review)
It’s not real
"This is a fake listing. DO NOT BOOK. We showed up and were told they do not let out the property anymore. We eventually reviewed a refund from VRBO. We were forced to get a last minute hotel."

Reviewed on 9 Jan. 2025

Stylish beach house cottage in perfect location with private pool ( 2- 6 people)
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 WiFi, 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
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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

Hermanus Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Hermanus Beach during your travels in Greater Hermanus?

Hermanus Beach

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

Arabella Country Estate

Enjoy a round of golf in Kleinmond at Arabella Country Estate. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Arabella Country Estate

Activities

Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus

Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus

NZ$327
per adult
Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus
Private Tour: Whale Watching Shared Boat Trip from Cape Town

Private Tour: Whale Watching Shared Boat Trip from Cape Town

NZ$290
per adult
Private Tour: Whale Watching Shared Boat Trip from Cape Town
Cape Agulhas Full Day Private Tour

Cape Agulhas Full Day Private Tour

NZ$327
per adult
Cape Agulhas Full Day Private Tour
Orange Breasted Sunbird

Hermanus & Overberg Birding

NZ$234
per adult
Hermanus & Overberg Birding
Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus

NZ$740
per adult
Boat Based Whale Watching from Hermanus
7-Day Garden Route & Wild Coast Cape Town to Durban Tour

7-Day Garden Route & Wild Coast Cape Town to Durban Tour

NZ$3,585
per adult
7-Day Garden Route & Wild Coast Cape Town to Durban Tour
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Cities near Whale Coast

Hermanus showing landscape views, a bay or harbour and a sunset

Hermanus

Photo by Hanneke

Kleinmond

Photo by Adam Higgitt

Pringle Bay

Photo by Rebecca Dibb

Betty's Bay