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Reviews of Marine 5 Boutique Hotel 4 stars

20 Haarlem Street,, 7220 Gansbaai, South Africa

#8 of 23 B&Bs and Inns in Gansbaai

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Review score

Based on 100 B&B reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    7.6

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  • Reviewed: 3 June 2025

    9.0
    Great location and facilities, feels like a "home away from home". Wonderlful frienldy staff & owner
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely view and location, great staff and owner. Lovely dinner and breakfast - staff do really go extra mile.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2025

    10
    Perfect romantic getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything. No complaints

    Beautiful location with sea views and a short walk down the the water. The check in was very simple as we were welcomed by Reggie who had prepared a warm fire for us. Reggie made our stay absolutely wonderful catering to our every need and providing us with delicious food. The room was spacious and the bath was so comfortable. It was a perfect place to just wind down and relax and celebrate our anniversary. We also loved meeting the 2 gorgeous kitty cats that stay there.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    10
    Perfect setting, friendly and efficient staff, all good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing, all was to my satisfaction

    Breakfast was very good, staff friendly and efficient, Close to the sea. All was great

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2025

    9.0
    Some Vitamin Sea in Gansbaai
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Marine 5 is an intimate, homely establishment run by a very efficient manager, Reggie. Reggie is the heart and soul of this boutique hotel. We were welcomed warmly and given a tour of the home. Not only is Reggie the manager, he is also the chef who provided us with the most delicious meals. We booked the king suite which had huge glass windows with a panoramic view of the ocean. One could even smell the ocean when the door leading to balcony was open , that's how close the hotel is to the ocean. We were lulled to sleep at night by the sound of the waves crashing on the shore. One can capture the perfect sunset while sitting on the balcony. Definitely food for the soul and a good dose of much needed vitamin sea The suite was comfortable with a king size bed fitted with crisp white linen. The room has a leather lounge suite , tea and coffee station , bar fridge and TV. There is more than enough lighting available. Upon entering the bathroom area , one walks through a dressing room with ample cupboard space. The bathroom is modern, spacious and very clean. A real treat is the jacuzzi style bath. .

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2025

    10
    A home away from home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View and Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our stay was absolutely amazing. I would highly recommend, especially because of the warmth and friendly hospitality- Reggie! You are the best!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    What an amazing stay!!! I will recommend this to everyone I meet, and it will be the 1st choice for my wife and U every time! Reggie is the cherry on top with truly top-class culinary skills and impeccable service. Reggie for president 🙌 Clynton & Yolande Kleynhans.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2025

    9.0
    Exceptional.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awesome venue with breathtaking views. Our host Reggie made us feel very welcomed, is an excellent chef and a perfect host.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2025

    10
    Feels like home away from home!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - it was lovely. Very communal feel but also private. Wish we could have stayed longer!

    Reggie - hands down, the most incredible welcome, dinner maker, recommendation extraordinaire! Stunning room, but it felt like we were at home whilst also being on vacation - the perfect combo really.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2025

    10
    Beautiful place, with an amazing view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    It's a bit further away from places. It doesn't have a garden or outdoor pool.

    We had the king suite, which is enourmous and has the best view on the bay with a lot of windows. The pictures don't do it justice. We also had Christmas dinner with amazing food and a good breakfast. The small indoor poor is also nice to just relax after arriving in the evening before dinner, especially in warm days. The place seems to be a personal home but also used for a hotel. So you have the extras people would only get for their own home like a nice bath, more cosy and comfortable rooms and just better quality.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2024

    9.0
    Very welcoming.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View and Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was the best ever.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2024

    10
    Great stay close to the sea
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View and Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    And again, it was a great stay! Reggie took care of us. Perfect food, perfect service...

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyable, easy, and comfort time in all respect away from home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View and Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing

    The location was just perfect—next to the beach. I enjoyed the sea view from the room and the fresh seabreeze coming when you open the windows in the room. The warm welcome, excellent service, and the daily breakfasts and dinner qualities were of the highest level. I would definitely recommend the venue to all the people looking for relaxation nearer the beach. I would definitely like to go back there again.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    very poor internet speed at the property. you almost cannot use it, as speed is too low maybe add something as desert on breakfast: you have a coffee but there is nothing to take with it.(this is written just as a suggestion)

    Awesome view from the room. Good dinners and breakfasts made by Redgie(sorry if I miswrite a name). Overall mood of the property is also very nice. Very comfortable beds and pillows, our best sleep within the whole trip. Definetely stay again.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No flexible check in and out time. I guess because there is only 1 person managing everything

    Panoramic window view from bed with huge space. Dinner was included and it was very nice

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2024

    10
    Excellent place to stay if you want to see sharks and whales
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View and Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The N2 and R43 have some ongoing roadworks which make journey times unpredictable

    Reggie was fantastic. Great location for sharks and whales.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2024

    10
    A superb location and a wonderful welcome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property overlooks the sea and our bedroom had views across the bay. The room was very spacious, the bed comfortable and location ideal for the whale coast destinations. Reggie who looks after the property is so welcoming and helpful. Lindi the owner is delightful. Can’t ask for more!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Reggie, he is a really great host. Interactive, informative he really takes customers centricity to another level

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    10
    Magnificent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View and Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Better Towels. Bigger mirror at dressing table

    Excellent. Reggie a superstar!!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    Perfect relaxing romantic get away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I would have liked to be informed that there were pets living in the hotel. I am allergic to cats and there were two cats, so had to be on meds for that weekend. Reggie was very accommodating though, while we ate in the main space, he put the cats away. Place was a little dusty, but also don't blame him, he has so much to do.

    Breakfast was exceptional. Reggie, our host was extremely accommodating and very friendly. Waking up to breathtaking views was the highlight of our trip. Food was good, bed very comfy and just perfect for a relaxing break away.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View and Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful view, nice house, perfect room. Dinner was prepared for the guests, which was nice, but it is not a restaurant. Still, you get everything and don’t have to go out in the evening. Great stay!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    10
    Excellent 💯
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View and Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Reggie is the best!!!! Everything was just wonderful!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was Perfect. The view from the room with the Glass front, the service, Dinner and breakfast … if we come back, well be back in this Place for sure

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    10
    Amazing time
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite with Sea View and Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    9.0
    Stunning place and great service, not much not to like!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not much! If it was me I would get ride of the TV stand in the middle of the room as it was just unnecessarily. Bear in mind there is little to walk to, such as bars or restaurants but can’t see why you would want to leave the accommodation.

    Reggie was just brilliant, we felt so well looked after and he cooked an exceptional meal. The view from the room was just breathtaking and sitting there looking at the bay on a lovely hot day was very special.

    Stayed in February 2024

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