Whale Coast

Travel 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.
Whale Coast
Whale Coast
Whale Coast
Whale Coast

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 Old Harbour or Shopping Centre while you're exploring.

Hermanus City-Centre
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
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
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 Old Harbour and Shopping Centre.

Eastcliff
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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 S$106 per night from 19 May to 20 May
S$106
per night
19 May - 20 May
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 S$247 per night from 15 May to 16 May
S$247
per night
15 May - 16 May
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
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
First Group Hermanus Beach Club

First Group Hermanus Beach Club

2 out of 5
Hermanus Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions New Harbour and Cliff Path are ...
First Group Hermanus Beach Club
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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