Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

Property class: 4

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Located close to New Harbour and Cliff Path, Whale Rock Luxury Lodge provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
The current price is AED 438
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Room options

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View all photos for Executive Suite

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a sofa, and a large window.

Executive Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a view of a bathroom.

Garden Deluxe Rooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite (Distant Sea View)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

Deluxe Suite (Distant Sea View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a garden through a glass door.

Garden Suites

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Garden Family Suite

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Garden Family Suite

  • 28 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Patio Deluxe Rooms in the Villa

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Patio Deluxe Rooms in the Villa

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Walker Bay Suite, 1st floor in the Villa

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a seating area with a chair and sofa, a ceiling fan, and a view through a glass door.

Walker Bay Suite, 1st floor in the Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Pool Suite at the Villa

A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck, a cozy seating area with striped upholstered chairs, and a fan on the wall.

Pool Suite at the Villa

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Westcliff, a neighborhood in Hermanus, Whale Rock Luxury Lodge is in the suburbs and near the beach. New Harbour and Cliff Path are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hemel-en-Aarde Valley and Voelklip Beach. Grotto Beach and Hermanus Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ziplining. Visit our Hermanus travel guide
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Map
26 Springfield Ave, Westcliff, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

  • A vineyard with rows of grapevines and a road curving through the landscape.
    Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
    4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • New Harbour
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cliff Path
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grotto Beach
    15 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Hermanus Beach
    15 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
    90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pear Tree
    4 min drive
  • Fusion Cafe, Hermanus
    4 min drive
  • Char'd Grill & Wine Bar
    4 min drive
  • Shell
    4 min drive
  • Mikro Coffee Co
    4 min drive

About this property

Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

  • Upscale guesthouse near Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
  • Located close to New Harbour and Cliff Path, Whale Rock Luxury Lodge provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a TV in the lobby
    • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and books
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and minibars.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Highchairs, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does Whale Rock Luxury Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge?

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge on 28 October 2026 start from AED 438, excluding 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 Whale Rock Luxury Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Whale Rock Luxury Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Whale Rock Luxury Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:30 AM–8 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 1500 per person applies.

Where is Whale Rock Luxury Lodge located?

Located in Westcliff, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of New Harbour and Cliff Path. Hemel-en-Aarde Valley and Voelklip Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Whale Rock Luxury Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 121 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The lodge was excellent the staff super friendly ,the breakfast was excellent the pool was perfect to relax at .The ocean walk is just moments away and the walk into Hermanus was stunning .Whales were everywhere we were there in Oct .Hermanus was a perfect coastal get away
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay

Lovely stay, very comfortable, host is lovely, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Warm welcome, staff all friendly, room spotless bright and airy, good breakfast, nice location, we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location

Fabulous location, ticked all our boxes and would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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Stayed for three nights, the room was nice and clean, the staff very friendly .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, some helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

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The welcome was amazing and the breakfast delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A great place to stay in Hermanous, beatifully maintained on both the inside and outside. Staff were exceptionally helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely and Relaxing Place to Stay

We had a lovely and very relaxing time. Our room was very spacious and the facilities were excellent. The staff especially were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Right from our check in and all the time we were there all the staff were so friendly and just excellent. Adrian was so friendly and could not have been more helpful The hotel itself was perfect for us, small, quiet and we just loved the relaxed atmosphere. They had a small bar area in the reception which works on an honesty basis. Just help yourself and make a note (Not very often you find that these days) Breakfast was just lovely and everything was so fresh and cooked to order. We liked the walk along the sea to all the restaurants and the taxi home only cost £2.00 We would definitely recommend and if we are ever in the area again, will come again and enjoy their warm hospitality.
Bar in reception
Pool area
A cold beer on a hot day
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Highly recommended

Very nice place. Kind and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent quality and good attention to detail Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We, with a small child of 1,5 year, had a really nice stay. The Lodge is like a oasis in Hermanus. The people are very friendly and there was no wish left unfulfilled. The food has a high quality and you have always the opportunity to take any kind of drinks by yourself with a kind of selfservice system. We can highly recommend the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Hermanus

Our stay was short, just overnight but the staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was lovely and very clean. Information booklet was helpful and interesting. We would stay again next time we in Hermanus.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful

Absolutely wonderful. Unfortunately we only spent one night whilst visiting friends in Hermanus. I could have stayed a month. Very friendly and welcoming. Beautifully decorated and spacious rooms. Lovely lounge area which was cosy and warm for a nightcap after a meal out. Perfect spot in a secure space for relaxing and exploring the area. Will definitely return. Thanks to all the staff for the warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Whale Rock Lodge is a lovely place. Very much a home away from home. Staff welcoming and efficient. We had a room in The Villa; a separate building to main house with it's own entrance and car park but only 30 steps to main building. The room and bathroom were large with fridge & tea/coffee making facilities. Good sized balcony with comfortable seating. The 2 pools - larger at main house and one at villa had plenty of sunbeams and other seating. Pleasant sitting rooms in both buildings. Excellent freshly cooked breakfast or buffet style continental. Cliff walk into town takes approx 40 minutes but too far out of town to walk for dinner. No Ubers and only a limited number of taxis in Hermanus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Couple stay

The lodge was not luxurious. Our room was large and we had a balcony but some of soft furnishings were a bit tired. The furniture in the breakfast room was basic but breakfast was ok. Staff were lovejy. The grounds were very nice and the pool was inviting but too cold to swim in unfortunately. The location was near the New Harbour area and at the start of the spectacular cliff walk. But it was very close to the township . Security seemed good though so felt safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

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Nice place a bit far away from town

The room was very large and there were plenty of nice areas to sit and play boardgames or just read a book. There was an honesty bar, which seems quite common in RSA. The breakfast was ok, but not great. No fresh juice and the specialty coffee (which came at an additional cost) was not very good. The pool didn't look clean, even though there was a guy there every morning trying to clean it plus a machine. Not sure if it was unclean or not, but the water wasn't clear, so I didn't use the pool. The guest house is a good 30 mins walk from the centre of the town but you get there using a magnificent cliff walk which is also nice for running.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

The hotel is quite isolated and next to what appears to be a township. Certainly we didn’t feel safe
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice place, good atmosphere and friendly and service minded people. A must come back 🤗.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This Guest House is Lovely, I can't find anything to fault other than it is a short drive (5 mins) into Hermanus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely and calm venue
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie was an excellent host and went out of her way to make us feel welcome.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Brilliant

Beautiful accommodation, wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay here. We'd definitely go back. Very highly recommended. They went above and beyond for a request to that we had, in which we were so grateful. Super friendly staff, too.