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.
Sunset on the cliff path 💛
A beautiful stop off on the Garden Route and a great place to see penguins up close ❤️🐧 #blue
#windyday #winteriscoming
We had a lovely walk along the cliff path with some amazing coastal views - highly recommended if in Hermanus 💙 #blue

Where to stay in Whale Coast

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Hermanus City-Centre

5/5(13 area reviews)

Whale watching, seaside views, and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Village Square while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Hermanus City-Centre
Best breakfast with a view ever#greatjob#Birkenhead#<3

Voelklip

4.5/5(5 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
Sunset on the cliff path 💛

Westcliff

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Seaside views, whale watching, and waterfront views are just a few things travelers enjoy about Westcliff. Check out Cliff Path or New Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Westcliff
About the last whale in Hermanus this Year.

Eastcliff

4/5(1 area review)

While Eastcliff might 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 Hoy's Koppie.

Eastcliff
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Kwaaiwater

Though Kwaaiwater might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Voelklip Beach and Old Harbour.

Kwaaiwater
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Hemel En Aarde

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Travelers like the wineries in Hemel En Aarde, and Hemel-en-Aarde Valley is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Hemel En Aarde
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 ₩134,846 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
₩134,846
₩155,073 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Village Square and Shopping Centre are located ...
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
21 Marine Drive Hermanus Western Cape
The price is ₩172,454 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
₩172,454
₩198,322 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (259 reviews)
Nice heated pool, clean room

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
Esplanade Hermanus

Esplanade Hermanus

63 Marine Dr Hermanus Western Cape
The price is ₩308,062 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
₩308,062
₩308,062 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Great staff, clean well appointed room, walking distance from everything. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Esplanade Hermanus
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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 WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Village Square and Shopping Centre are located ...
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Kenjockity

Kenjockity

4 out of 5
15 Church Street Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this apartment in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and patios. Popular attractions Shopping Centre and Whale Museum are located nearby.
Kenjockity
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 WiFi, 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 Oct 24, 2025

Hermanus Heights Villa
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Popular places to visit

Voelklip Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Voelklip Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Hermanus. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Voelklip Beach

Cliff Path

5/5(3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Cliff Path during your travels to Hermanus. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Cliff Path

Hermanus Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Hermanus at Hermanus Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Hermanus Golf Club

New Harbour

5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to New Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

New Harbour

Grotto Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Grotto Beach during your travels in Hermanus? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Grotto Beach

Old Harbour

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to Old Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Old Harbour

Cities near Whale Coast

A beautiful stop off on the Garden Route and a great place to see penguins up close ❤️🐧 #blue

Betty's Bay

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