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Whales Way Ocean Retreat

3.5 star property
Beach guesthouse with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Whales Way Ocean Retreat on Wilderness Beach offers a serene escape with a hearty breakfast buffet each morning. Relax by the outdoor pool, wander through the garden, or enjoy breathtaking views from the terrace. Previous visitors consistently praise their experience here.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Room options

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Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse)

Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse)

Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room (Deep Blue Room)

Comfort Room (Deep Blue Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room (Beach Room)

Comfort Room (Beach Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room (Eden Room) | Bathroom

Comfort Room (Eden Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
858 6th Ave, Wilderness, Western Cape, 6560

What's nearby

  • Wilderness National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Garden Route Trail - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Wilderness Lagoon - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Map of Africa View Point - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Victoria Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Girls - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪ilali Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Naughty Monkey Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Olive - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Whales Way Ocean Retreat

Guest house located in Wilderness Beach
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden at Whales Way Ocean Retreat. In addition to an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a 24-hour front desk
  • Barbecues, a front desk safe and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guest rooms at Whales Way Ocean Retreat offer perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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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, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Hotel Wilderness
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Whales Way Ocean Retreat House Wilderness
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Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Wilderness
Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse
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Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse
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Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Wilderness

Frequently asked questions

Does Whales Way Ocean Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whales Way Ocean Retreat on 10 Nov 2025 start from NZ$156.62, 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 Whales Way Ocean Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Whales Way Ocean Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wilderness Beach guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Wilderness National Park and Garden Route Trail are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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