Beautiful bed and breakfast in an amazing setting,the view is unbeatable,the staff friendly,and the breakfast tasty.We were made to feel very at home,and told to help ourselves to wine and soft drinks.Nico and his team made arrangements for dinner,shark diving and whale watching for us which was very helpful.I would never tire of looking at the ocean from the lounge.We... more

My husband and I stayed 2 nights at Whale View Guest House and loved every second. We were greeted by Janina who was very friendly and helpful throughout our whole stay. The view of the sea is incredible from the guesthouse. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast on the patio every morning looking out of the sea. The gueshouse is located... more

As I'd booked all the accomodation for our SA trip, I kept telling my husband how wonderful this place was going to be. Janina greeted us on our arrival and was very nice. We saw Nico once briefly. We found the all white decor was a little too 'prissy' for us and we felt slightly uncomfortable. As the guesthouse is... more

There is a reason why you dont see any photos of this place from the outside - It is a townwhouse/ flat complex painted orange. The owner converted their townhouse into a B&B.. It was our honeymoon so we booked the sea room (grossly over priced for SA) most places do something nice for you when youre honeymooners, not this... more

The Whale View was certainly a boutique B&B and was stylishly designed in white throughout. It had a nice terrrace on the beach/rocks where you could enjoy a "sundowner" compliments of Nico. However, I could not help but feel that it was maybe just a little too white and artificial and that this made me a little uncomfortable An aside... more

If you're looking for whale watching with a stylish edge this is the place for you! This is a medium sized villa, now converted into a guest house, set in the grounds of the private Hermanus Beach Club approximately half a mile from the centre of Hermanus. A great deal of thought and effort has been put into creating an... more

Whale View is exactly as it looks on the website you feel that you are walking in to a painting! The staff are amazing giving great service, I spent my birthday there and they did everything to ensure I had the best day. As we went in the right season the Whales really do swim past whilst you are sat... more

Great place to stay in Hermanus area. Nico and staff were very efficient and friendly. The waves were mesmerizing. Worth a return trip to Hermanus. more

Great location on a secure compound with uninterupted views of the sea and passing whales! Comfortable patio area adjacent to the sea for those romantic evenings. The guest house is maintained and equiped to a very high standard. The staff were very friendly and attentive without being obtrusive. During our stay Nico, the owner, was a charming host and ensured... more