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Whales Way Ocean Retreat

3.5 star property
Beachfront guesthouse in Wilderness Beach with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
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Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
Feel at home
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $62
$71 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5

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Comfort Room (Eden Room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, shampoo

Comfort Room (Eden Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Spring water bathtub
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room (Beach Room) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room (Beach Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Spring water bathtub
Electric kettle
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room (Deep Blue Room) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room (Deep Blue Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Spring water bathtub
Electric kettle
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse) | Balcony

Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
858 6th Ave, Wilderness, Western Cape, 6560

What's nearby

  • Wilderness National Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Garden Route Trail - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Wilderness Lagoon - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Acrobranch Wildwoods - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Victoria Bay Beach - 15 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Shed Coffee Roastery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Girls - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Naughty Monkey Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pomodoro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blue Olive Restaurant & Cocktail Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Whales Way Ocean Retreat

When visiting Wilderness, Whales Way Ocean Retreat is a great choice to consider. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails and snorkeling are nearby. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, German, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 5 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Hotel Wilderness
Whales Way Ocean Retreat Hotel
Whales Way Ocean Retreat Wilderness
Whales Way Ocean Retreat House Wilderness
Whales Way Ocean Retreat House
Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Wilderness
Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse
Whales Way Ocean Retreat Wilr
Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse
Whales Way Ocean Retreat Wilderness
Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Wilderness

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Whales Way Ocean Retreat and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include an arcade and a picnic area. Whales Way Ocean Retreat also has a garden.
What's the area around Whales Way Ocean Retreat like?
Whales Way Ocean Retreat is a short 15-minute walk from Garden Route National Park and 15 minutes' walk from Wilderness National Park.

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Paul, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great find
Really relaxed friendly staff, very warm welcome to the hotel. Fabulous breakfast!!we won’t be eating again till late tonight!! Amazing fruit salad with creamy yogurt, and a cooked breakfast with so many variations. Would highly recommend Almost forgot…. The location and views are stunning!!
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Warm welcome from Benji for our one night stay. Lovely views from the hotel out to sea. Room very comfortable and everything you would need. Would definitely stay again if in the area. Fab breakfast ! Thank you.
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Stephanie, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Not happy.
Host was in a hurry to check us in as had to be somewhere else. I have a health condition that requires breathing aparatus, unfortunately there was no free sockets nearby to plug my machine in.
1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was beautiful and wonderful
Yasser, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A gem!
We stayed in the top floor loft which is absolutely amazing. Ralph is very nice and prepares excellent breakfast. The view of the ocean from the balcony is breathtaking.
Elisabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really friendly place to stay, right beside the sea. Saw three pods of dolphins from the balcony.. a nice secluded place offeing wonderful breakfasts! Highly recommended.
Alistair, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Pleasant Stay
Very good value and fabulous sea views. The room was fine and clean. What was memorable was the breakfast the fresh fruit, granola and yogourt followed by Ralphs full english this was very good. A car is necessary to go into Wilderness for dinner
Jan, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beach front joy
Right on the beach. Book one of the top floors to get the best views. If you don’t, you’ll still have a great view at breakfast from the huge deck! Comfortable rooms too
Brett, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great location with a fantastic view and made to order breakfast, for how inexpensive it is to stay there; you can't do much better.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful stay
Stayed for two nights, great guesthouse. Room service excellent, bedding lovely. Breakfast is perfect. Host friendly and very helpful.
Marina, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Eusebio, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant stay. Breathtaking views of the ocean. Unfortunately we only spent one night at this place. Owner ever so friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend
1-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great spot. Staff were friendly - service excellent
Stuart, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning sea views. Lovely all white room with great bathroom and kitchenette. Super friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast.
Deb, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Will go again
Kind staff and a great breakfast to top off a pleasant stay in Wilderness.
George, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, enjoyable food close to the beach.
The staff was friendly from check in through departure procedures. Breakfast was a nice experience and a great opportunity to interact with staff and other guests. As an oceanfront property, the views and the sound of waves were a nice addition.
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location to tour the Garden Route
If you want a view of the Wilderness Beach from high above while you are served a breakfast by the friendliest staff in South Africa, book this place. A short walk down the street leads to a wooden stairway down to a beach that I thought only existed in my dreams. We stayed 10 nights and by the time we left we were old friends with the staff. Tears were shed when we left.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Beach Room not as advertised online
the "beach room" photos are misleading. you cannot see the beach from the room and in fact there is no beach near the room. The house is set across the street from a cliff that looks over the ocean. I was not able to receive a wifi connection in this room, as it is isolated down on the ground level away from the rest of the house. The air conditioner did not work, which was why I booked the room in the first place. No effort was ever made to fix this. On the first morning the manager woke me up to serve me breakfast in my room, in which case I'm sure she had the best of intentions but I was dealing with the stomach flu and would have preferred to sleep in late and not eat. The lock to the door was in need of repair, as it was very difficult to work with and always took several minutes to lock/unlock. I left after 2 nights and moved on to a different hotel. I wouldn't stay here again.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay at Whales way ocean retreat
Great
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

A pleasing guest house located on the garden route
We received a warm welcome from Leonie and her staff, she gave us lots of useful local information on restaurants etc our room was clean and well equipped but we were a bit disappointed with its location on the ground floor. Breakfast was taken on the balcony overlooking the ocean, there was a good choice and it was cooked to perfection.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wunderbarer Aufenthalt, toller, freundlicher Gastgeber. 1A Frühstücke, sehr schöne Umgebung. Jederzeit wieder. Danke!!! 😀😉😉
Uwe, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Transport overnatning
Søren, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Wir hatten am selben Tag spontan das Zimmer "Beach Room" im Erdgeschoss gebucht. Der Ausblick gleicht nicht dem auf den Bildern. Als wir die Unterkunft betraten, kam uns modriger Geruch entgegen. Man hatte den Eindruck, dass dieses Zimmer länger nicht vergeben wurde. Die Luftfeuchtigkeit darin war sehr hoch und wir fanden an Fenster und Türen Schimmelspuren. In der Nacht wurde es sehr kalt, die Heizung funktionierte nicht. Es war auch nicht wirklich sauber. Wir haben uns im Zimmer nicht wohl gefühlt und waren froh, als wir am nächsten Tag wieder abreisten. Das Frühstück auf der Veranda war insgesamt super, aber aufgrund des Zimmers war es kein gutes Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis.
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