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Mermaid Guest House

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Struisbaai with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Comfort Triple Room | View from room
Standard Double Room | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Mermaid Guest House, in a vibrant shopping area, offers a complimentary English breakfast from the on-site coffee shop. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, terrace, and free WiFi. Past visitors consistently praise their experience.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Triple Room | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
2 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Struisbaai, Mermaid Guest House is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Kassiesbaai is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at De Mond Nature Reserve and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas.
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8 Protea Road, Struisbaai, Western Cape, 7285

What's nearby

  • Struisbaai Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Struisbaai Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cape Agulhas Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Cape Agulhas - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Arniston Beach - 45 min drive - 40.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Augulas Seafoods - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Suidpunt Potpourri - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zuidste Kaap - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coffee & Blues - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pelican's Harbour Cafe - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Mermaid Guest House

Bed & breakfast in a shopping district
Consider a stay at Mermaid Guest House and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and barbecue grills
  • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Mermaid Guest House include perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1980
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Mermaid Guest House B&B Struisbaai
Mermaid Guest House B&B
Mermaid Guest House Struisbaai
Bed & breakfast Mermaid Guest House Struisbaai
Struisbaai Mermaid Guest House Bed & breakfast
Bed & breakfast Mermaid Guest House
Mermaid House B&b Struisbaai
Mermaid Guest House Struisbaai
Mermaid Guest House Bed & breakfast
Mermaid Guest House Bed & breakfast Struisbaai

Frequently asked questions

Does Mermaid Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mermaid Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Mermaid Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Mermaid Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Mermaid Guest House located?

Situated in the entertainment district, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Struisbaai Mall and Struisbaai Beach. Cape Agulhas Lighthouse and Cape Agulhas are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Mermaid Guest House Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

6.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SD

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

Great place to get some RnR

Amazing spot and Mini was a awesome host
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

BUTCHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean but small. Breakfadt is great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Hendrika

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
no complaint
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jani

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stéphane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel accueillant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
War eine kleine Pension. Hat aber alles. Kühlschrank, Klima, etc Feines Frühstück und nettes Personal
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Geht so, viel Auswahl gibt es nicht

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Skarphéðinn

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

Good time and nice stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large and very comfortable room and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness

Einfache und in die Zeit gekommene Unterkunft

Sehr einfache Unterkunft.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Annie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
De kamers zijn gerieflijk maar redelijk klein. Mooi gebouw en lief. Er is een zwembadJE!!!!!! Maar spijtig niets om bij de pool te zitten. Beter een beetje uitbreiden rond de pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks, was a good B&B
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

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

Great one-night stay

We had a lovely night at the Mermaid Guest House. Room was comfy, service was great and breakfast was fantastic with great variety and gluten free options. There were several little touches that made big differences, in the decor or room setup, such as a reasonably priced minibar and great pillows. It felt like staying at a friend’s beach house a few blocks from the beach and on a quiet street. Do note their request to check in by 6pm/1800–we didn’t notice in the hotels.com email and were running a little late.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jutta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

YING HO TOMMY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Great place in the southernmost tip of Africa

I came here with my family with a short stay to celebrate the new year, and we loved it! The rooms were colorful and fun. The manager was amazing and gave us very helpful tips and information about the area, including advice about local restaurants and tourism opportunities. Breakfast was outstanding and very generous, and included in the room rate. The facilities were bright and clean, and the team working at the location were attentive and pleasant. We recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Troppo lasciata andare nel tempo necessità di ristrutturazione totale, la stanza e il bagno veramente da rifare!! discreta la colazione !!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Jonny

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

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