Reviews of Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel 5 stars
5 Patterson Slot, 7381 Paternoster, South Africa
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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation, staff friendly and food excellent
Bathroom setup, shower should be enclosed
Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast and room were divine. We didn't stay for dinner, so can't comment on that. We had to meet family in Paternoster both nights so it wasn't possible to eat in your hotel.
Outside lighting couldn't be controlled from the room, and we struggled to sleep on the first night. We reported the problem, and for the second night one of the lights was disconnected, but not the one outside the entrance door. Guests need to be asked whether they want these lights on or not, on arrival, so they don't just discover the problem when they go to bed. Both sets of lights need to be disconnected to have no lighting visible in the room which is a requirement for many people to be able to sleep comfortably.
Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe friendly staff and great attention to detail. From the warm welcome to the handmade parting gift. We could not have chosen a better hotel for a special weekend away. Thank you for the incredible hospitality.
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewAmazing staff and exceptional service
Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe hotel and the staff were amazing. One of the best rooms/suites I've ever been.
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location, the room, staff and excellent restaurant
Nothing
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 June 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, excellent food, really lovely room & great spa treatments
The swimming pool needed to be cleaned
Dear Kathy, Thank you so much for returning to stay with us and for sharing your kind words. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful location, our food offerings, your room, and the spa treatments, all the elements we take great pride in. We do, however, truly appreciate your feedback regarding the swimming pool. Please accept our sincere apologies for this oversight. Your comments have been shared with our team, and we are addressing this to ensure it reflects the high standards we strive for throughout the hotel. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable visit – and next time, we hope everything is perfect from start to finish. Warmest regards, The Strandloper Ocean Team
Dear Kathy, Thank you so much for returning to stay with us and for sharing your kind words. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful location, our food offerings, your room, and the spa treatments, all the elements we ta… Show more
Reviewed: 20 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewGreat breakfast and flexibility of choosing my preferences. Great Ocean views and service.
Nothing.
Reviewed: 14 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewEverything was perfekt 😍
Dear Joanna, Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased to know that your experience with us was nothing short of perfect. We would be delighted to welcome you back for another exceptional stay by the sea. Warm regards, The Strandloper Ocean Team
Dear Joanna, Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased to know that your experience with us was nothing short of perfect. We would be delighted to welcome you back for another exceptional stay by the sea. Warm regards, The Stra… Show more
Reviewed: 14 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful hotel on the ocean. Best view at breakfast
Dear Daniela, Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased you enjoyed the beauty of our hotel and the stunning ocean views, especially during breakfast, which is always a favorite moment for many of our guests. We hope to welcome you back to our peaceful coastal setting again soon. Warm regards, The Strandloper Ocean Team
Dear Daniela, Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased you enjoyed the beauty of our hotel and the stunning ocean views, especially during breakfast, which is always a favorite moment for many of our guests. We hope to welcome … Show more
Reviewed: 14 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewEverything
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Dear Lihle, Thank you for such high praise! Being called the best boutique hotel in South Africa is a true honor, and we’re delighted to know your experience with us was so memorable. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Warm regards, The Strandloper Ocean Team
Dear Lihle, Thank you for such high praise! Being called the best boutique hotel in South Africa is a true honor, and we’re delighted to know your experience with us was so memorable. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Warm regards,… Show more
Reviewed: 13 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWe absolutely loved the ocean suite, the beautiful setting with a delicious eggs Benedict breakfast on balcony. We are very impressed and I’m sure we will be back
It would be nice to add a bedroom phone to be able call on the hotels expense not our own
Dear Ashlyn, Thank you for your glowing review and recommendation. We’re so pleased to hear that you loved the ambiance and setting, and that your Ocean Suite stay, complete with a delicious Eggs Benedict on the balcony, made such a wonderful impression. We truly appreciate your feedback regarding in-room communication. While we do not have traditional telephones in our rooms, each suite is equipped with a SuitePad, a digital guest service tablet that allows you to connect directly with our team, place room service orders, and access hotel information conveniently and at no cost to you. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another unforgettable visit. Warm regards, The Strandloper Ocean Team
Dear Ashlyn, Thank you for your glowing review and recommendation. We’re so pleased to hear that you loved the ambiance and setting, and that your Ocean Suite stay, complete with a delicious Eggs Benedict on the balcony, made such a wonder… Show more
Reviewed: 10 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 April 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewEverything was just perfect! We had a wonderful stay!
Dear Ian, Thank you for your lovely review. We’re thrilled to hear that everything was just perfect and that you had a wonderful stay with us. It was a pleasure to host you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable experience by the ocean. Warm regards, The Strandloper Ocean Team
Dear Ian, Thank you for your lovely review. We’re thrilled to hear that everything was just perfect and that you had a wonderful stay with us. It was a pleasure to host you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable… Show more