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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a chair.

A spacious living room with a grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a large window with a view of the outdoors, and a cowhide rug.

A breakfast setup with a buffet table, bar stools, and a kitchen area with a large window overlooking the outdoors.

1. Abalone Guest Lodge

Kwaaiwater, 2.2 km from Whale Museum

Anthony

SAR 1,102

SAR 1,274 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a white wardrobe.

A balcony with a view of the ocean and a distant cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a mounted TV.

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit patio area.

2. One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel

Westcliff, 0.8 km from Whale Museum

"Staff was amazing and extremely friendly. They helped us out for our needs as we celebrated a couple nights in Hermanus. The room was clean and spacious. Breakfast was included with our stay and had a lot of options for us. Parking was included as we had our rental for this stop as part of the Garden Route. The hotel is about a 10 min walk from City Center and along the cliff Road Trail that goes around the bay. Again I can’t stress how great the staff was and for a boutique hotel, they...

Daniel

SAR 599

SAR 689 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the ocean, a comfortable sofa, a coffee table, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A pool with a clear view of the ocean, two lounge chairs, and a stone wall.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a cushioned chair, and a door.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a view of the ocean.

3. Esplanade Hermanus

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.2 km from Whale Museum

Robert

SAR 655

SAR 655 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

A kitchen with a stainless steel range hood, a microwave, a toaster, and a tiled backsplash.

A balcony with a table holding two glasses of white wine and an open book, overlooking a coastal view with mountains in the background.

4. Harbour Square Hotel

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.1 km from Whale Museum

Ian

SAR 572

SAR 661 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

A modern outdoor deck with a pool, wooden flooring, and seating areas.

A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace. Large windows with curtains provide natural light and views of greenery outside.

5. Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

Westcliff, 2.2 km from Whale Museum

Jon

SAR 446

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A dining area with tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a balcony with plants.

A spacious room with a large window, a sofa, a round table, and a dining area in the background.

A poolside dining setup with a burger, fries, onion rings, and a glass of champagne.

A sunlit patio with a wicker sofa, a small table, and potted plants.

6. The Marine Hermanus

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.3 km from Whale Museum

Saeeda

SAR 1,964

SAR 2,295 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A wooden deck with a pool, outdoor seating, and a bottle of wine.

A room with a wooden table, a sofa, a cabinet, and a view of the outdoors.

A building with a balcony, a door marked with the number 2, and a garden area with a birdbath.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, floral decorations, and a green sofa.

7. Auberge Burgundy Guest House

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.1 km from Whale Museum

Christopher

SAR 772

SAR 887 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

An aerial view of a coastal town with a large parking lot, a prominent building with a flat roof, and a road leading to the sea.

A modern staircase with a metal railing and dark wooden steps leading to an upper floor.

The exterior of the Whale Coast Hotel, featuring a modern architectural design with large windows and a prominent sign.

A modern building with a glass entrance, a staircase leading to a balcony, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

8. Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.4 km from Whale Museum

Glenn

SAR 579

SAR 666 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with white and purple bedding, a wooden floor, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a brick wall, a bed with colorful bedding, a desk with a kettle, a TV, and a window with a view.

A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, and a table. There are two wall-mounted shelves with logs and a framed picture.

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, a patterned sofa, and a display of bottles.

9. Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

Eastcliff, 0.7 km from Whale Museum

Patrick

SAR 405

SAR 405 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A spacious patio area with a wooden table, wicker chairs, and a pool view.

A modern house with a pool, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area.

A white console table with a mirror, a tray with various items, a glass bottle, and a black coffee maker.

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table with a plant, and a patterned rug.

10. Hermanus Cliff Path Lodge

2 km from Whale Museum

David

SAR 439

SAR 439 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A gazebo with a view of a mountain and a building in the distance.

A house with a large mountain in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of a golf course, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A swimming pool with a white gazebo, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.

11. Mulligans Golf Lodge

1.4 km from Whale Museum

Hendrik

SAR 452

SAR 526 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

12. The surf shack

Westcliff, 1 km from Whale Museum

Lorenzo

SAR 320

SAR 320 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A living room with a wooden coffee table, a television, and a yellow sofa.

A yellow sofa with a cushion, a glass candle holder, a book titled "Cape Whale Coast," and white orchids on a wooden table.

A covered patio area with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a view through large windows.

A dining area with a glass table, striped chairs, a blue potted plant, and a sailboat painting on the wall.

13. Anchor's Rest Hermanus

Westcliff, 1.9 km from Whale Museum

jacqueline

SAR 351

SAR 442 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hallway with a central seating area, recessed lighting, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

A compact kitchenette with a coffee maker, a fire extinguisher, and a small refrigerator. There are two wicker chairs and a round table.

A building with a gray facade, a white door, and a sign that reads "SPACE".

14. Zzzone Boutique Hostel

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.1 km from Whale Museum

Philip Doble

SAR 181

SAR 211 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and mountains.

A modern kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a round table with two chairs, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a large window, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a TV mounted on the wall.

15. Harbour House Hotel

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.1 km from Whale Museum

Alessandro

SAR 716

SAR 818 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and various kitchen utensils.

A coastal outdoor seating area with wooden benches and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

A small, white-framed bed with a patterned bedspread and pillows, a surfboard leaning against the wall, and a framed picture on the wall.

A beach scene with surfers preparing their equipment.

16. Room-the zen den Shared Dorm

Westcliff, 1 km from Whale Museum

SAR 104

SAR 122 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a coastal view, a road with vehicles, and a building with a white facade.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with chairs, a small table, a TV mounted on the wall, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view through the door.

A living room with a yellow armchair, a yellow sofa, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

17. Hermanus Boutique Guest House

Westcliff, 0.7 km from Whale Museum

Annette

SAR 673

SAR 773 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a window providing natural light and a view of greenery outside.

A dining area with a round table and wooden chairs, a fireplace, and a large window with a view of buildings and trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a view of the outside.

18. Hermanus Heights Villa

Hermanus Heights, 2.3 km from Whale Museum

Miriam

SAR 408

SAR 473 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of mountains.

A golf course with a view of mountains and a cloudy sky.

A building with a thatched roof, white walls, and a well-maintained lawn.

19. Sixteen Guest House on Main

Westcliff, 0.9 km from Whale Museum

Perry

SAR 407

SAR 407 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

20. Ocean Edge Apartments

Westcliff, 2.7 km from Whale Museum

scott

SAR 366

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Top Whale Museum Hotel Reviews

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend, excellent position, we had room with sea view and watched whales jumping out of water!"

Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful place to stay. Away from the main road so nice and quiet. Staff amazingly friendly."

Esplanade Hermanus

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and lovely apartment!"

never@home Hermanus

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and neat, staff were very helpful and friendly. Everything needed was available and very well located. Thank you, will definitely be back!"

The Marine Hermanus

10/10 Excellent

"This was my second excellent stay at the Marine Hotel. The first time could've been a fluke, but this second stay and the outstanding service and warmth of the staff proved that five star service is the absolute norm at this oustanding property and the management is clearly strong. I had a girls trip and two ocean facing rooms. Two of my friends this was a first visit to Africa and one of them had a lot of serious medical challenges (organ transplants and cancer survivor). For her, we needed a lot of bottles of distilled water for medical care and the Marine stepped up without any questions!! The tears of relief in my friends eyes, who is so used to searching for this critical medical need anytime she travels, was worth the booking alone. But the staff went out of their way to make the trip special. Patrick gave us a wonderful overview of the hotel and rooms and tips on whale watching that exceeded our expectations. The rooms were lovely, comfortable and beautifully appointed with every amenity (love the Africology products). Food in the restaurants was outstanding as well as the friendly service. The location is superb - WE HEARD WHALES breathing from our room when the window was open!! The location on the Cliff Walk is stunning. When visiting Hermanus this is the only place I will stay. If you have a chance to book an ocean view room, or just stay at this hotel, do not miss it!!! It was a universal favorite amongst my girlfriends - hands down and two thumbs up!!! Love love!"

Hermanus Luxury Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Will definitely book there again. The apartment was spacious and in great condition"

6 Stemmet Lodge

8/10 Good

"Location was great, easy walking distance to bay shore promenade and very good restaurant. Staff was friendly and helpful. Standard English breakfast was served in the morning. Bed was comfortable enough. Overall good experience."

Hermanus Boutique Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was friendly, supportive, and professional. Lauren is great!"

Marine Square Luxury Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and spacious flat. Great location"

Other attractions near Whale Museum

Old Harbour Museum

9.4/10 (26 reviews)

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

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Village Square

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Village Square during your trip to Hermanus. Visit the shops in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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Gearing's Point

You can find out about the history of Hermanus with a visit to Gearing's Point. Visit the shops in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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Hoy's Koppie

Find out about the history of Hermanus with a stop at Hoy's Koppie. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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Hermanus Country Market

You can do some window-shopping at Hermanus Country Market during your visit to Hermanus.

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Cliff Path

9.8/10 (90 reviews)

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

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New Harbour

8.6/10 (39 reviews)

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

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Fernkloof Nature Reserve

9.2/10 (25 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Fernkloof Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Hermanus. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whale Museum?

Whale Museum is located in Hermanus. Travelers like this walkable area for its seaside and whale watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 85 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Whale Museum?

Adjacent to Whale Museum, Esplanade Hermanus is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices close by include Misty Waves Boutique Hotel and One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel.

How many hotels are there near Whale Museum?

Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Whale Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whale Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Whale Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Whale Museum?

For more details about updating your stay near Whale Museum or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Whale Museum?

Voelklip Beach, Grotto Beach, and Hermanus Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Fernkloof Nature Reserve, Kammabaai Beach, and Hoy's Koppie are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Planing to do some shopping while in the area? Consider Village Square, Hermanus Country Market, and Whale Coast Mall.

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Our top choices for Whale Museum hotels

1. Abalone Guest Lodge

2. One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel

3. Esplanade Hermanus

4. Harbour Square Hotel

5. Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

6. The Marine Hermanus

7. Auberge Burgundy Guest House

8. Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

9. Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

10. Hermanus Cliff Path Lodge

11. Mulligans Golf Lodge

12. The surf shack

13. Anchor's Rest Hermanus

14. Zzzone Boutique Hostel

15. Harbour House Hotel

16. Room-the zen den Shared Dorm

17. Hermanus Boutique Guest House

18. Hermanus Heights Villa

19. Sixteen Guest House on Main

20. Ocean Edge Apartments

Top Whale Museum Hotel Reviews

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

Esplanade Hermanus

never@home Hermanus

The Marine Hermanus

Hermanus Luxury Apartments

6 Stemmet Lodge

Hermanus Boutique Guest House

Marine Square Luxury Suites

Other attractions near Whale Museum

Old Harbour Museum

Village Square

Gearing's Point

Hoy's Koppie

Hermanus Country Market

Cliff Path

New Harbour

Fernkloof Nature Reserve

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