Whale Coast Travel Guide

Tourist 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.
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Where to stay in Whale Coast

Hermanus City-Centre

Hermanus City-Centre

5/5(20 area reviews)

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

Hermanus City-Centre
Voelklip

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
Westcliff

Westcliff

4.5/5(32 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
Eastcliff

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 Shopping Centre and Old Harbour.

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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 Kammabaai Beach.

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 £56 per night from 21 May to 22 May
£56
21 May - 22 May
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 Shopping Centre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)
very spacious, just next to the beach. big supermarkets are nearby, easy to park your car as well

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Esplanade Hermanus

Esplanade Hermanus

63 Marine Dr Hermanus Western Cape
The price is £145 per night from 30 May to 31 May
£145
30 May - 31 May
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! (104 reviews)
Beautiful place with very friendly staff. Enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Esplanade Hermanus
The Marine Hermanus

The Marine Hermanus

5 out of 5
Marine Drive Hermanus Western Cape
The price is £286 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
£286
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Marine 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 Shopping Centre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)
very spacious, just next to the beach. big supermarkets are nearby, easy to park your car as well

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
This was really large and fantastic.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Hermanus Heights Villa
Spacious Family Beach House in Pringle Bay with huge garden next to a stream

Spacious Family Beach House in Pringle Bay with huge garden next to a stream

Pringle Bay WC
Stay at this holiday home in Pringle Bay. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Pringle Bay Beach and Brodie Link Nature ...
Spacious Family Beach House in Pringle Bay with huge garden next to a stream
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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