This sea front guest house is located on the cliffs of De Kelders, overlooking Walker Bay. Each of the rooms and suites at Cliff Lodge has either a sea view balcony or patio. All rooms have an en suite bathroom with a bath or a shower, and free WiFi access is available throughout the property. A breakfast buffet is served on the sea-facing deck, and a full cooked breakfast menu is also available. A number of restaurants can be found within walking distance of the property, as well as in Gansbaai, within 10 minutes’ drive of the property. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool overlooking the ocean, or relax on the sun terrace. Other attractions include a secluded beach within a 20-minute walk of the property, and guests may also experience whale watching during season. The nearby village of Gansbaai is renowned for shark cage diving. Free parking is available on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Gansbaai
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  • Nicola
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Lovely staff & host Wonderful ocean view Breakfast Loundry service
  • Christoph
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The location is breathtaking, the staff is fantastic, the brealfast superb. We felt like home, thank you for hosting us, what an experience! We‘ll come back!
  • Patrick
    Germany Germany
    We had a wonderful stay. A very warm welcome, excellent service and breakfast and an amazing view of the bay. We really enjoyed our stay and can highly recommend it - and the Cappuccino that was made with love (the best Cappuccino in South Africa...

Hosted by Gill, Gideon, Nico and the Cliff Lodge team.

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Gill, Gideon, Nico and the Cliff Lodge team.
Cliff Lodge is the closest guest house to the sea in De Kelders. It is perched on the edge of the cliff, with breathtaking views over Walker Bay to the mountains of the Cape beyond. Cliff Lodge is a short walk to the beautiful beaches of the Walker Bay Nature Reserve. The guest house is modern and stylish, with a home from home feeling and excellent service. Unbeatable whale watching in season, shark cage diving, beach horse rides, hikes, wine routes and so much more. An unforgettable holiday destination.
Gideon, Gill, Charmonique and the Cliff Lodge team love sharing the magic of De Kelders with our guests. We are passionate about our area and about creating wonderful holiday memories for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you to Cliff Lodge.
De Kelders is 35km from the bustling town of Hermanus, and 5km from Gansbaai, the best place in the world to see Great White Sharks. It is a quiet suburb, surrounded by unspoiled nature. Beautiful beaches, fynbos (wild flowers) and mountains all on our doorstep. This is the ideal area for nature lovers. De Kelders is a well known whale watching spot, and has incredible sea views.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cliff Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa

House rules

Cliff Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 10 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 10 and older are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Bankcard Cliff Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Cliff Lodge

  • The nearest beach is just 750 yards from Cliff Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Cliff Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Cliff Lodge include:

    • Suite
    • Twin/Double
    • Bungalow

  • Guests staying at Cliff Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • The prices at Cliff Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Cliff Lodge is 2.6 miles from the centre of Gansbaai. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Cliff Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Bicycle rental
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming Pool
    • Horse riding
    • Yoga classes