Whales Way Ocean Retreat
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Whales Way Ocean Retreat
Bed and breakfast
858 6th Avenue, Wilderness, Western Cape, 6560, South Africa
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With a stay at Whales Way Ocean Retreat in Wilderness (Wilderness Beach), you'll be steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 15 minutes by foot from Garden Route National Park. This beach guesthouse is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Wilderness National Park and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Garden Route Trail.Show More
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Free parking
Lots to doAmenities
Private parkingFree
Outdoor swimming pool
Snorkeling
Golf course
Playground
Conference room
Bar
Car rentals
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Property Description
With a stay at Whales Way Ocean Retreat in Wilderness (Wilderness Beach), you'll be steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 15 minutes by foot from Garden Route National Park. This beach guesthouse is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Wilderness National Park and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Garden Route Trail.
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4.3/5
Very GoodWas perfect to stay there view n ocean 👌
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Surroundings
Airport: George Airport
(28.5 km)
Train: Goukamma Railway Station
(32.4 km)
Landmarks: Massage Therapy - Wilderness
(260m)
Landmarks: Flat Rock
(360m)
Landmarks: Cloudbase Paragliding
(490m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
18
Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse)
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ocean view
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6
Comfort Room (Eden Room)
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Bathtub
TV
Shampoo
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9
Comfort Room (Beach Room)
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Bathtub
TV
Shampoo
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13
Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse)
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
Electric fan
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12
Comfort Room (Deep Blue Room)
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Bathtub
TV
Shampoo
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3
Comfort Double Room
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
Electric fan
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Guest Reviews
4.3/5
Very Good
52 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.3
- Amenities4.3
- Location4.3
- Service4.3
Average for similar properties in Wilderness
AI Summary
The location provides stunning ocean views and easy beach access. Guests praise the excellent breakfast, friendly staff, well-equipped rooms, and comfortable, luxurious beds. However, some guests found the location too remote.
Humaid
July 25, 2024
Was perfect to stay there view n ocean 👌
Guest User
March 4, 2025
A lovely Wilderness setting coupled with super friendly hosting. Rooms and open areas basic but comfortable, lacking in some attention to detail such as aircon not working and TV / Netflex not on demand (bring your passwords).
Guest User
February 20, 2025
A fantastic breakfast and a welcoming owner was a good start of the day. Wilderness is a fantastic place.
Guest User
January 22, 2025
Just beautiful! Our stay here was memorable, Benji was an amazing host, so helpful. Our room (the penthouse was amazing, well equipped and with for die for views. Breakfast was excellent with good choices and beautifully presented. We loved our time here and would strongly recommend anyone visiting beautiful Wilderness to make this their choice of stay. The view over the sea is just gorgeous and it is just 5 minutes into main Wilderness with its great restaurants.
Guest User
January 13, 2025
We were extremely disappointed on arrival at Whales Way Ocean Retreat as the property was not up to standard, as per the pictures posted on the website and was in dire need of a facelift. We were met by the owner who was inappropriately dressed in dirty shorts and t-shirt and a cigarette dangling from his mouth. He advised us that payment of R2,090 as posted on the site, hadn't gone through and that we should pay at the property. I noticed that the amount on his form was R1,590 and when I queried this, he advised that the amount advised on the site was not for the room advertised, but R1,590 for the Beach Room. This was our last stay of an amazing annual holiday and we were not willing to end our holiday on a sour note and that we would rather continue on home. He then advised that we would be liable for the agent's percentage. An hour later, the amount of R1,980 was deducted from our account. He then later advised that he would refund half the money, as they had managed to secure another guest for the same room. We sent through the relevant banking details to him as requested and to date we have not received any refund or communication, even after a second follow up e-mail regarding this. Due to the above, if anyone is looking for a good standard of accommodation, we would not recommend Whales Way Ocean Retreat.
Guest User
January 11, 2025
Value for money. Friendly host. Prime location. Best breakfast on the balcony with beautiful seaview. Will go back anytime.
Guest User
December 29, 2024
We had a wonderful stay at Whale's Way Retreat. The owner gave us a free upgrade to a room with sea view. You easily can walk to a nearby secluded beautiful beach. Breakfast was very well taken care of and delicious!
Guest User
December 14, 2024
We love Whales Way and always stop over for a night to and from Cape Town. The hosts Benji and Ralf are very welcoming and serve a phenomenal breakfast. Fabulous sea views and close to all the restaurants & pubs in Wilderness. Booking in advance is recommended as they are very popular.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Private parking
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Snorkeling
Off-site
Golf course
Off-site
Playground
Conference room
Additional charge
Bar
Car rentals
Diving
Horse riding
Hiking
Billiards room
Children's pool
Wi-Fi in public areas
24-hour front desk
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Pool with view
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Car rentals
Shuttle service
Additional charge
Business Services
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Conference room
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
VIP check-in service
Safe at front desk
Lockers available
Express check-in and check-out
24-hour front desk
Languages Spoken
English
Afrikaans
German
Spanish
Food & Drink
Bar
Public Areas
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
Picnic area
Garden
Smoking area
Health & Wellness
Snorkeling
Off-site
Golf course
Off-site
Diving
Horse riding
Hiking
Billiards room
Activities
Gaming area
Fishing
Public beach
Cleaning Services
Ironing service
Additional charge
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Facilities for Children
Playground
Children's pool
Accessibility
Stair-free main entrance
Braille signs
Safety & Security
First aid room
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–17:00
Check-out: 07:00–10:30
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children 10 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at this hotel
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 7
With a stay at Whales Way Ocean Retreat in Wilderness (Wilderness Beach), you'll be steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 15 minutes by foot from Garden Route National Park. This beach guesthouse is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Wilderness National Park and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Garden Route Trail.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a picnic area.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a picnic area.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.