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A Whale of a Time

3.0 star property
Coastal retreat offers the perfect blend of recreation and relaxation with an 18-hole golf course, wine tasting experiences, and poolside lounging

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A Whale of a Time in Fish Hoek offers a peaceful coastal getaway. Enjoy the 18-hole golf course, wine tasting, or relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers. Praised for its serene atmosphere, the hotel also offers practical amenities like free self-parking and a hair salon.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wicker chair, a view of the ocean, and a painting of the ocean.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Dolphin)

  • Ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. There are large windows with a view of the sea.

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Beluga )

  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment (Orca) | In-room safe, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Apartment (Orca)

  • Ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A double bed with a metal frame, two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (Twin Penguin)

  • Sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a tiled wall.

Neptune Garden Apartment

  • Sea view
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Fish Hoek, a neighborhood in Cape Town, A Whale of a Time is next to a golf course and by the sea. Kalk Bay Harbour and Clovelly Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Scratch Patch Mineral World and Cave Golf and South African Naval Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newlands Cricket Ground or Newlands Stadium. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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11 Echo Road, Fish Hoek, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a city at its base, a coastline, and a sunset.
    Table Mountain National Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a mountain with a town on its slopes.
    Fish Hoek Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A rocky beach with large boulders, clear turquoise water, and a few penguins on the shore.
    Boulders Beach
    14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • A building with a sign for 'Long Street Hotel' and 'Buena Vista Social Cafe'.
    Long Street
    45 min drive - 39.5 km
  • A coastal town with a rocky mountain range in the background, calm water reflecting the scenery, and a sandy beach with people and buildings.
    Camps Bay Beach
    60 min drive - 45.9 km

Getting around

  • Sunny Cove Station
    5 min walk
  • Cape Town Station
    30 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lekker Kalk Bay
    4 min drive
  • Bhandaris
    14 min walk
  • Olympia Café & Deli
    5 min drive
  • Kalky's
    4 min drive
  • Kalk Bay Cafe
    4 min drive

About this property

A Whale of a Time

  • Hotel located in Fish Hoek
  • At A Whale of a Time, you can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a beach bar, and a terrace. Sip on a glass of local wine at this hotel, which boasts a tasting room, winery tours, and a vineyard. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a hair salon.
  • Other perks include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Tour/ticket assistance, golf clubs on site, and a front-desk safe
    • Barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at A Whale of a Time have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Balconies or patios, microwaves, and stovetops

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does A Whale of a Time have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A Whale of a Time pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at A Whale of a Time?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at A Whale of a Time?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is A Whale of a Time located?

Located in Fish Hoek, this beach hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fish Hoek Beach and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Table Mountain National Park and Woolley's Tidal Pool are also within 2 mi (3 km). Sunny Cove Station is only a 5-minute walk and Fish Hoek Station is 18 minutes.

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Reviews

A Whale of a Time Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MASAHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Satisfied !

so nice and i want to stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saleem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Amazing spot and superb view from the balcony! Great service from the staff. Very convenient to get to nearby beach spots and amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is amazing. Archie is very friendly. The apartment is clean, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The outstanding high point was the view - absolutely stunning un interrupted views of the Indian Ocean - beautiful.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Ola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uppehälle hos à Whale of à tima

Fantastiskt trevlig värdfamilj
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schönes Appartment, gute Aussicht.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful rustic atmosphere at the Stone Cottage. Amazing views and friendly staff. Thanks for a great stay! Will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Toller Blick vom Zimmer aufs Meer

Das Zimmer war genau wie auf den Fotos..man hat einen super Ausblick aufs Meer. Das Zimmer war sehr sauber und gemütlich. Sehr netter und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber..Guter Ausgangspunkt um die Gegend um das Kap der guten Hoffnung zu erkunden.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nette Ferienwohnung mit tollem Meerblick

Die Wohnung ist sehr grosszuegig geschnitten und es ist alles vorhanden, was man so brauchen koennte. Der Hammer ist der Balkon zum Meer von dem aus man stundenlang den Delfinen zusehen kann. Super!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stone cottage

This was my second stay at Whale of a Time, but my first stay in the Stone Cottage. It was magical - like a quaint little fairy castle. I loved the stone-work, the winding staircase, the old-style bath tubs and interesting decor. The well-equipped kitchen and the bar-style seating was perfect for us and we also spent many hours sitting around the pool, with magnificent views. It was a most enjoyable stay in a one-of-a-kind destination. I will definitely be back and will highly recommend it to others. Thanks and Well Done to the management and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabuleux!

Superbe séjour, la vue de l'appartement (Dolphin) est fabuleuse sur Fish Hoek, False bay et les baleines si elles décident de passer par là ce qui a été notre cas! La literie est confortable, la salle de bain avec 1 douche + 1 baignoire et le coin cuisine bien équipé. Seul petit bémol il n'y a pas de chauffage et pour les jours sans soleil en septembre c'était un petit peu juste. Excellence séjour malgré ça, nous y retournerons avec grand plaisir, superbe.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect!

Wonderful ocean views and we were lucky enough to see whales really close by, from our balcony. Watched the sunrise, lying in bed. Apartment was even better than we had hoped for, spotless with brand new Everything. Friendly staff, comfortable bed, access to pool area and outdoor grill. Couldn't be happier. Will definitely recommend to all, and hope to return soon. Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Torunn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024