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Reviews of Whale and Gin Spotter

9 Front Street,, 7220 De Kelders, South Africa

#3 of 30 hotels in De Kelders

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Review score

Based on 30 B&B reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 17 February 2025

    10
    Perfect B&B
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location and views.brilliant breakfast

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The house is very hot in the afternoon...airconditioning would help

    Breakfast was served in a wooden box. Amazing and delicious selection of dishes.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2025

    10
    Perfect spot to reenergize and relax
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Two single duvets instead of one big duvet. A fan or better cooling system would be nice

    The view is absolutely incredible, the hosts are also very accommodating, friendly and the breakfast boxes are the cherry on top. The outdoor shower is also great

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2024

    9.0
    It was simple and perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The venue is just perfectly located! The breakfast boxes were the most delicious things we have ever had to start the day!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2024

    10
    Simply amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not something we discussed with the proprietors but breakfast for us was a little late, served between 08:30 and 09:00 - if you want to do stuff or get on the road early, then remember to speak with the staff to perhaps move breakfast to a little earlier.

    Lovely location at the end of a cul-de-sac so very quiet without any traffic. Awesome view directly onto the ocean so if there are whales, you would see them with a 180° view, direct access to the De Kelders "Cliff Walk", large, comfortable terrace, tasteful living units. Covered parking. I requested gluten-free options for my wife and we were hugely surprised by home-made gluten-free bread, thank you Susanne! The breakfast "Box" is a real treat. I asked if we could use a bicycle which was not a problem.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2024

    10
    Brilliant stay! Great place to experience the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Perhaps bed should be queen, double bit small.

    Location and view perfect.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2024

    10
    Absolute gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Perfect sea view. The whales have been very close. You can take beautiful walks along the coastline. We really loved the way how breakfast was served in our room. Very friendly and helpful staff / hosts.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    8.0
    Wonderful Whale watching.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No heating

    Friendliness of the staff and proximity to the coastline. The terrace for watching whales. Hot water and ability to cater for self.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2024

    10
    We had a fabulous stay and loved everything about Whale & Gin Spotter.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    The breakfast was excellent and made with care. It was served on our terrace of the cosy beach house from where we could spot the whales, top location.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    10
    Beautiful views and restful stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved how breakfast was served each morning. The view and everything else!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Amazing setting, breakfasts and hospitality.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Looking out onto on the sea with seals and dolphins was magical. April isn’t whale season. Cold ocean dips were fun. The breakfasts, were a surprise, with eight unique tasting bowls, warm croissants and little buns, jams and yoghurt. Afternoon Sips of the Schneider’s own H2O gin and soda were a real bonus. I hope to return when the Southern Right Whales are back with their babies.

    One of the most special, charming and dramatic places we’ve stayed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    9.0
    On the rocks!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Most stunning sea views, delicious, creative breakfast and attentive hosts! The area is great for coastal hiking, from Gansbay harbour to Klipgat, which is past De Kelders.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2022

    9.0
    Perfect place to see the whales !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you like privacy then maybe shared kitchen is not for you .

    perfect location to watch the whales and enjoy the sea . Very functional and nicely furnished accommodation .

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2022

    9.0
    Beautiful and comfortable spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No backup power during loadshedding

    Breakfast was great Location fantastic

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property had such a great view, the host was lovely. She added a personal touch to each morning's breakfast box. Just enjoyed every moment.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view was amazing! Lying in bed and watching whales jumping and breakfast brought to the room. Couldn't ask for a better weekend getaway

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2025

    5.0
    We had a fair stay. Sharing with a family was awkward but had a blast as soon as they left.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We expected privacy and were never made aware nor was it clear enough that we will be sharing the house with another family. I did enquire regarding the BBQ facilities as advertised and was advised it is not allowed 'due to other people'. Found it strange as BBQ facility was advertised but not allowed. Nonetheless, never though anything of it. After our arrival I realised that it's not allowed due to the other people that we are sharing with and sharing came at a surprise. We feel our assumption of privacy came from the advertisement which we think should rather be clear in the advertisement and/ or communications.

    Stunning location, stunning views, stunning breakfast. Beautiful facility to visit.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2025

    7.0
    Eventful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property closest to the beach should be more private with a screen to divide on the outside in the front. When guests sharing they can look into each others bedroom. Also, although the host made it clear about the shared kitchen the other guests took our drinks out of the fridge😩 Finally, the larger suite had no privacy curtains or blinds as naked bodies could be seen from the shower area 😱

    The views were lovely

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2024

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