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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

1. La Fontaine Guest House

Westcliff, 0.5 km from Whale Museum

Simon

SAR 665

SAR 765 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | View from room

2. Abalone Guest Lodge

Kwaaiwater, 2.2 km from Whale Museum

Anthony

SAR 1,097

SAR 1,272 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sep - 13 Sep

Premium Suite, Partial Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium Suite, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, blackout drapes

3. One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel

Westcliff, 0.8 km from Whale Museum

Marium

SAR 511

SAR 587 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sep - 6 Sep

4. 7 on Marine

Westcliff, 0.7 km from Whale Museum

Graeme

SAR 507

SAR 587 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

Two Bed Penthouse 2nd floor 301 | Beach/ocean view

Three Bed Sea View First Floor 206 | Terrace/patio

One Bed Sea View First Floor 205 | Living room | 42-inch Smart TV with satellite channels

Two Bed Sea Terrace Family Pool 106 | Terrace/patio

5. Esplanade Hermanus

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.2 km from Whale Museum

serge

SAR 812

SAR 812 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

Village Residence | Living area | 39-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Village Residence | Private kitchen | Electric kettle

6. Harbour Square Hotel

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.1 km from Whale Museum

Ian

SAR 771

SAR 887 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

Pool Suite at the Villa | View from room

Walker Bay Suite, 1st floor in the Villa | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, WiFi (free)

7. Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

Westcliff, 2.2 km from Whale Museum

Aruna

SAR 505

SAR 590 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Poolside | Living room | TV

8. Auberge Burgundy Guest House

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.1 km from Whale Museum

Christopher

SAR 624

SAR 717 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

9. Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

Eastcliff, 0.7 km from Whale Museum

Claire

SAR 462

SAR 462 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sep - 12 Sep

Three Bedroom Luxury Apartment | Living room | 43-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

10. Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.4 km from Whale Museum

Glenn

SAR 629

SAR 723 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sep - 16 Sep

11. The surf shack

Westcliff, 1 km from Whale Museum

Lorenzo

SAR 325

SAR 325 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

Luxury Pool Suite | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Penthouse suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

12. Hermanus Boutique Guest House

Westcliff, 0.7 km from Whale Museum

Annette

SAR 646

SAR 743 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sep - 12 Sep

Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels, toilet paper

Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. never@home Hermanus

Westcliff, 0.9 km from Whale Museum

Julue

SAR 254

SAR 292 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sep - 10 Sep

Standard Double Room | Living area | Smart TV

14. Anchor's Rest Hermanus

Westcliff, 1.9 km from Whale Museum

malcolm

SAR 353

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

15. Harbour House Hotel

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.1 km from Whale Museum

Alessandro

SAR 664

SAR 759 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sep - 14 Sep

Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, WiFi (free)

16. Zzzone Boutique Hostel

Hermanus City-Centre, 0.1 km from Whale Museum

Philip Doble

SAR 190

SAR 220 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sep - 8 Sep

Flat-screen TV, Netflix, streaming services

17. Boutique Ocean Views

Westcliff, 0.6 km from Whale Museum

SAR 1,054

SAR 1,212 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

18. Never@home Hermanus

Westcliff, 0.9 km from Whale Museum

SAR 316

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sep - 25 Sep

Upper Level | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Lower Level | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

19. Hermanus Heights Villa

Hermanus Heights, 2.3 km from Whale Museum

Miriam

SAR 424

SAR 490 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

20. 6 Stemmet Lodge

Eastcliff, 0.7 km from Whale Museum

Gerrit

SAR 246

SAR 283 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sep - 12 Sep

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Top Whale Museum Hotel Reviews

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

8/10 Good

"The apartment was great with partial sea views. The communication was good. However the heater in the room was not working, and we communicated this but it was not fixed. The extractor in our bathroom was not working and there was a stuffy smell from the room. Otherwise overall the place was not bad"

Esplanade Hermanus

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel in the centre of Hermanus with secure parking. Very nice little apartment with 2 bedrooms and comfy beds. We had a lovely kitchen and living area with balcony too. Really lovely staff would definitely stay again."

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location and excellent hotel. The rooms has everything you would need and very clean. The staff are very friendly. The on premise restaurant is excellent and the dinner we had in the evening we arrived was excellent. Right along the sea front and the walks are so pleasant."

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"

One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful room and very spacious. Staff were all extremely helpful and the level of service was excellent."

6 Stemmet Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Well located guest house with friendly staff and offering a delicious breakfast!"

Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

8/10 Good

"Good property decent rooms. Was perfect for our 1 night stop."

Hermanus Lodge on the Green

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely quiet location with Friendly staff "

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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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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Bartho Eksteen Wine Estate

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Bartho Eksteen Wine Estate during your travels to Hermanus. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

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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 83 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 The Marine Hermanus.

How many hotels are there near Whale Museum?

Expedia has 83 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, Hoy's Koppie, and Kammabaai Beach are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Planing to do some shopping while in the area? Consider Whale Coast Mall, Village Square, and Hermanus Country Market.

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Our top choices for Whale Museum hotels

1. La Fontaine Guest House

2. Abalone Guest Lodge

3. One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel

4. 7 on Marine

5. Esplanade Hermanus

6. Harbour Square Hotel

7. Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

8. Auberge Burgundy Guest House

9. Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

10. Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

11. The surf shack

12. Hermanus Boutique Guest House

13. never@home Hermanus

14. Anchor's Rest Hermanus

15. Harbour House Hotel

16. Zzzone Boutique Hostel

17. Boutique Ocean Views

18. Never@home Hermanus

19. Hermanus Heights Villa

20. 6 Stemmet Lodge

Top Whale Museum Hotel Reviews

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Esplanade Hermanus

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Hermanus Boutique Guest House

Marine Square Luxury Suites

One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel

6 Stemmet Lodge

Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

Hermanus Lodge on the Green

Other attractions near Whale Museum

Old Harbour Museum

Village Square

Hoy's Koppie

Hermanus Country Market

Cliff Path

New Harbour

Fernkloof Nature Reserve

Bartho Eksteen Wine Estate

Frequently asked questions