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Whales way Lodge

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with private beach, outdoor pool

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In-room dining
Front of property
10 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Front of property
Living area
Whales Way Lodge offers a peaceful retreat with a garden setting and outdoor pool. Guests can relax in the entertainment area or dine at the restaurant. High-speed WiFi keeps everyone connected, a feature many previous visitors have appreciated.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Egyptian cotton linens
10 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exclusive Room | 10 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 21
  • 9 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Gqeberha, Whales way Lodge is near a private beach. Campanile and No 7 Castle Hill Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Port Elizabeth Golf Club and Bayworld. Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Saronsberg are also worth visiting.
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17 Whales Way, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6210

What's nearby

  • Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium - 11 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Market Square - 12 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Port Elizabeth City Hall - 12 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • King's Beach - 15 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 17 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Whales way Lodge

Upscale guesthouse
At Whales way Lodge, you can look forward to a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and an outdoor entertainment area. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and charcoal grills
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Blackout drapes/curtains, restaurant dining guides, and local maps
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 90 to 150 for adults and ZAR 70 to 100 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 150; reservation required

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 10 private bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 90 to 150 for adults, and ZAR 70 to 100 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 150

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Property Registration Number 200002128823

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Whales way Lodge Gqeberha
Whales way Lodge Guesthouse
Whales way Lodge Guesthouse Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

Does Whales way Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Whales way Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whales way Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whales way Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Whales way Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whales way Lodge located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Gqeberha guesthouse is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Coega Conference Centre and within 9 mi (15 km) of Port Elizabeth Golf Club and Prince Alfred's Park. Aldo Scribante Race Circuit and Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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