8.8

Reviews of The Whale's Tale Guesthouse

86 Westcliff Drive Westcliff, 7200 Hermanus, South Africa

  • Mandy

    Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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    I could not access the property on arrival.

    My daughter and I waited two hours to access this property. I called all numbers for the property, none of which work. I sent multiple messages on the app. Booking. com customer service could not get through to the manager/owner on their platforms. We eventually resorted to hooting at the gate and shouting down the driveway but still nothing. We had to find another place to stay at the last minute. Despite not staying at the Guesthouse, I was initially charged in full for my stay. After multiple messages and calls, I managed to track down Evellyn, who did not explain why I was not able to access the property, nor apologise for the extreme inconvenience but rather said that Jaco was responsible for the bookings and charges. I eventually spoke to Jaco, after a week of sending messages, and I acknowledge that he apologised for the inconvenience and refunded me, for which I am grateful. However, Jaco said Evellyn was at the Guesthouse when we arrived. I find the blame shifting and lack of accountability to guests as quite unprofessional. Due to this and the initial ordeal that my daughter and I endured, I cannot recommend this establishment.

  • Claire

    Reviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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  • Friedrich

    Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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  • Tara

    Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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  • Laura

    Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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    Spacious, clean and comfortable room. Beautiful house with very nice furniture and beautiful ocean view. The most comfortable bed I have ever found! The staff is very nice and helpful. We liked the place that much, so we came back a second time!

    Everything was perfect

  • Tarien

    Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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  • Anonymous

    Reviewed: 15 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    ok

    nothing

  • Lotz

    Reviewed: 13 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    The interiors, staff and location

    Nothing!

  • Omar

    Reviewed: 11 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    Comfortable home 🏡 the breakfast was great.. you feel like home

    The receptionist woman wasn't very welcoming.. but the waiter woman was very nice.. no bath shoes

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  • Nosibulele

    Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    We really enjoyed their nice breakfast. I would definitely recommend this accommodation to anyone.

    It would’ve been nice to get a room with a sea view 🤭

  • Daniel

    Reviewed: 6 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    Staff were incredible.. Amazing vew Will definitely be back

  • Riana

    Reviewed: 4 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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    Everthingvwas 💯

    Nothing

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  • Leander

    Reviewed: 4 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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  • 3.0 Poor
    Ms

    Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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    Price

    I am writing to express my profound disappointment regarding the level of housekeeping during our recent stay. We paid for two nights, and unfortunately, the second night was nothing short of unacceptable. Upon our return, we found that the bed had not been made properly, no cleaning had been performed, and essential amenities, such as water, were not replenished. This lack of attention to detail created a frustrating and unpleasant experience that overshadowed our stay. Additionally, on the first night, we encountered significant delays in gaining access to the property. We spent an extended period outside, waiting for the host to arrive. It was only after our second attempt and persistent honking that we were finally granted entry. This level of service is far below what we expected and deserves immediate attention. I hope to see improvements in the future to ensure that no other guests have to endure a similar experience.

  • Ms

    Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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    The price.

    I am writing to express my profound disappointment regarding the level of housekeeping during our recent stay. We paid for two nights, and unfortunately, the second night was nothing short of unacceptable. Upon our return, we found that the bed had not been made properly, no cleaning had been performed, and essential amenities, such as water, were not replenished. This lack of attention to detail created a frustrating and unpleasant experience that overshadowed our stay. Additionally, on the first night, we encountered significant delays in gaining access to the property. We spent an extended period outside, waiting for the host to arrive. It was only after our second attempt and persistent honking that we were finally granted entry. This level of service is far below what we expected and deserves immediate attention. I hope to see improvements in the future to ensure that no other guests have to endure a similar experience.

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  • Andrew

    Reviewed: 26 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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    Wonderful decor and great service!

    Nothing

  • Howard

    Reviewed: 4 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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  • Ismail

    Reviewed: 18 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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  • 7.0 Good
    Deery

    Reviewed: 9 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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  • Meintjes

    Reviewed: 8 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    The staff was amazing and the rooms is spacious. The breakfast was made with love.

  • Sonja

    Reviewed: 7 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    Evelyn and her team made us feel at home! Great welcome and lovely breakfast. The place is decorated tastefully and the linen was amazing.

    Our room was right next to the kitchen so it was a little noisy in the morning.

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  • Gino

    Reviewed: 1 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    Location , comfort , finishes of the whole bnb , modern etc..

    N/A

  • Charlotte

    Reviewed: 1 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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    Very nice location, the house and the rooms are super nice and we felt immediately very comfortable. We visited during off season so we actually were the only visitors for the one night we stayed. Breakfast was lovely and it’s very close to the center of the town!

  • 7.0 Good
    Sharon

    Reviewed: 30 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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    Breakfast was great

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  • Phathu

    Reviewed: 29 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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    Everything. Rooms are great. Breakfast is great and so are the staff.

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