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The Whaling Station Guesthouse

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A bedroom with a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a view of a garden through open doors. - The Whaling Station Guesthouse (Plettenberg Bay)
A rustic interior with a large fireplace, wooden benches, and a thatched roof. - The Whaling Station Guesthouse (Plettenberg Bay)
A spacious bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with patterned pillows, a sofa, a TV, and a wardrobe. - The Whaling Station Guesthouse (Plettenberg Bay)
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A pool area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a building with a thatched roof. - The Whaling Station Guesthouse (Plettenberg Bay)
The Whaling Station Guesthouse provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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A spacious bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with patterned pillows, a sofa, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wooden headboard, a window with shutters, and a tiled floor.

Comfort Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

Standard Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a white wardrobe, and a sofa with a patterned cushion.

Comfort Suite, Garden View

  • Lagoon view
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wicker chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Comfort Suite, Garden View

  • Lagoon view
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Suite, Garden View

A bedroom with a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a view of a garden through open doors.

Comfort Suite, Garden View

  • Lagoon view
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Suite, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, and a view of the outside.

Comfort Suite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a television, and a window.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Plettenberg Bay is home to The Whaling Station Guesthouse. Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber Shed are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Garden Route National Park and Robberg Nature Reserve. Plett Puzzle Park and Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Plettenberg Bay travel guide
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Goose Valley Turtle Creek Golf Estate, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600

What's nearby

  • A beach with waves and mountains in the background.
    Plettenberg Bay Beach
    6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Two elephants in a grassy field with a cloudy sky.
    Knysna Elephant Park
    13 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • A coastal landscape with cliffs, a sandy beach, and the ocean.
    Robberg Nature Reserve
    17 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Goose Valley Golf Club
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Nick Village
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Adi’s Kitchen
    5 min drive
  • Nice Neighbour
    3 min drive
  • Le Fournil De Plett Bakery
    5 min drive
  • The Clubhouse Restaurant
    9 min walk
  • Steers
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does The Whaling Station Guesthouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Whaling Station Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Whaling Station Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Whaling Station Guesthouse located?

Situated in Plettenberg Bay, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Old Nick Village, St Peters Anglican Church, and Van Plettenberg Beacon. Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park and Radical Raptors are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Whaling Station Guesthouse Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed staying at the The Whaling Station. It is a very safe and protected area with convenient parking. We liked the walk to the lagoon and being personally welcomed by Kasia who gave us excellent recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Whaling station has a perfect location, the staff are helpful and friendly. The managers are always available to help. The walk to the lagoon is a perfect way to start the day. The Whaling station is close to the centre of town, Old Nick village is down the road and everything feels very safe and secure.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I stayed one night at this great place! After entering the main gate it was a little difficult to find but eventually we did. Parking is reasonable. The view from their main amenities area is fantastic. We did not use any of the amenities but it all seemed like a great offering. Very nice, easy access to the lagoon which is beautiful to experience. The room itself was just enough space for the 2 of us, with a very comfortable bed and great shower. The property owner greeted us upon arrival and showed us around. She even gave us some local insight with recommendations. I strongly encourage you to give this place a try!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superlative and ultimate calm resting place for those whio need a base in Pleetenberg region, just off N2 en route to Tstiskama. Excellent clean facilities- swimming pool, kitchen, lounge, bbq and of course rooms. The view over the bay is beautiful and has its own private walkway to the lagoon. Its located within a secure enclosed golf course. However the icing on the cake is the owner Kasia, who shows unbelievable kindness, care and attention, as she ensures you arrive safely and then will advise you on all things local depending on your needs and requests. She subsequently regularly checks in with you to make sure your trip is hassle free. So strongly recommend you stay here you wint be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room, staff and view incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property. friendly & helpful staff. awesome location. clean & well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mooie accommodatie in een golf resort. Kasia is een geweldige gastvrouw, voldoende en goede informatie over de omgeving, restaurants en activiteiten.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kaisa e seu marido são otimos!. El cuarto limpio, fresco y confortavel. Apenas espacio de mejora para wifi que no llega bien a los cuartos. Volveremos
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming and very beach We loved it Staff were great! Thumbs up Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable Stay

Great stay and accommodation. Warm welcome and helped with bags by Stonard. Within secure golf complex but away from golf course. Great views to Plett especially from the pool area. Stayed in a rondavel which was different and had peaceful sleep. Good filling breakfast with attentive service from the staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rent, bra personal

Pool på hotellet. 15-20 min prommenad till Lagunen där man också kan bada
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schöne Aussicht, Anlage aber in die Jahre gekommen

Die Lage, die Aussicht waren top! Wir haben hier drei Tage verbracht. Die Zimmer sind sehr geräumig. Allerdings merkt man der Einrichtung an, dass sie schon ein paar Jahre auf dem Buckel hat. Leider können wir das Frühstück überhaupt nicht empfehlen. Im Vergleich zu anderen Häusern entlang der Garden Route war es enttäuschend! Angelika und Mario
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The whaling station

A very nice b and b, with very nice hosts. Situated within a golf club so not walking distance to town and restaurants. Besides that, a nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful B&B and excelent location and views.

Close to Plettenberg (you need a car for transport) and accesible to different attractions (The Crags, Plett beaches).
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort