Title: The surf shack Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=103710331&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The surf shack Mediterranean hostel in Hermanus with free breakfast ## Photo gallery for The surf shack ![Free beach shuttle - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/251f18d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/4ceedfd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Twin Room | Free WiFi - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/bd1bd3d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/60aab494.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Double Room | Free WiFi - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/f86cb3f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Surf Shack in Westcliff offers continental breakfast, laundry facilities, free WiFi, bicycle rentals, and luggage storage. 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Active travellers can enjoy mountain biking, spelunking and rock climbing at this hostel. Enjoy on-site activities, such as horse riding and ecotours. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free bike hire, scooter hire and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at The surf shack offer amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services 9.2 Wonderful 24 reviews £77 includes taxes & fees 16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=28920588&PinnedHotelID=28920588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free beach shuttle - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM ### Things to do - Ecotours - Free bicycle rentals - Hiking/biking trails - Horseback riding/rentals - Mountain biking - Rock climbing - Scooter/moped rentals - Spelunking ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift ### More - Built in 1920 - Mediterranean architecture - Renovated entire property - June 2022 ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - TV ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 and cash ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as The surf shack Hermanus The surf shack Hostel/Backpacker accommodation The surf shack Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hermanus ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The surf shack pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The surf shack? ### What time is check-out at The surf shack? ### Where is The surf shack located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The surf shack Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorenzo 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I had such a wonderful stay! the place is amazingly friendly and welcoming. the vibes are very good and positive. It is clean and cosy so you feel and confortable and at ease. you sleep very well because it is quiet Nice and clean accomodations. Highly recommendable thank you very much! ##### Lorenzo Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jana 6 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really awesome little surf house and surf school in Hermanus . Sarah the owner really took care of all our needs and organised all our surfing lessons and a very special whale boat trip to see the southern wright whales. The surf house is just a short walk into the town centre along the beautifull ocean cliff path walk . Highly recommended and will back for sure some day ! ##### Jana ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Ocean View House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Ocean-View-House.h3091584.Hotel-Information) > > [Victoria and Alfred Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Victoria-Alfred-Hotel.h46797.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Cape Town City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Pullman-Cape-Town-City-Centre.h17925242.Hotel-Information) > > [The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Onyx-Apartment-Hotel.h28825118.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-RED-Hotel-VA-Waterfront-Cape-Town.h18644202.Hotel-Information) > > [Krystal Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Krystal-Beach-Hotel.h15651822.Hotel-Information) > > [Southern Sun The Cullinan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Southern-Sun-The-Cullinan.h118030.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Taj-Cape-Town.h3016361.Hotel-Information) > > [Buffelsdrift Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oudtshoorn-Hotels-Buffelsdrift-Game-Lodge.h3024138.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Foundry Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Old-Foundry-Hotel.h57820595.Hotel-Information) > > [The Portswood Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Portswood-VA-Waterfront.h526896.Hotel-Information) > > [The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Alphen-Boutique-Hotel.h46794.Hotel-Information) > > [The Clarendon - Fresnaye](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Clarendon-Fresnaye.h3004641.Hotel-Information) > > [Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Lagoon-Beach-Hotel-Spa.h1320739.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Westin-Cape-Town.h916261.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manor House at the Queen Victoria Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Manor-House-At-The-Queen-Victoria-Hotel.h19310581.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Waterfront.h545852.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hermanus-Hotels-Harbour-House-Hotel.h3605854.Hotel-Information) > > [President Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-President-Hotel.h526107.Hotel-Information) > > [ONOMO Hotel Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Signature-Lux-Hotel-By-ONOMO.h27811489.Hotel-Information) > > [Vineyard Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Vineyard-Hotel.h523689.Hotel-Information) > > [Living Hotel Lions Eye](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Houghton-View-Guest-House.h10633636.Hotel-Information) > > [Mountain Marina Luxury Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Mountain-Marina-Luxury-Apartments.h24940058.Hotel-Information) > > [Pepperclub Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Pepperclub-Hotel.h3534309.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Sky Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Hotel-Sky-Cape-Town.h63494685.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Bay-Hotel.h18132.Hotel-Information) > > [The Commodore Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Commodore-Hotel.h83744.Hotel-Information) > > [City Lodge Hotel Victoria And Alfred Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-Victoria-And-Alfred-Waterfront.h485189.Hotel-Information) > > [AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-AC-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Waterfront.h29305328.Hotel-Information)