Situated in Jacobsbaai on the West Coast of South Africa, Whispering Whale is only 600 metres from Jacobs Bay Beach. It offers self-catering apartments with a peaceful garden and a patio or a balcony with sea views. The apartments at Whispering Whale feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player and a CD player. Ironing facilities and a safety deposit box are available. The en suite bathrooms include a shower and a hairdryer. You can prepare your meals in the privacy of your own fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, microwave and a dishwasher. Barbecue facilities are provided. Meals can also be prepared at an additional cost. Free on-site parking is provided and the staff is available 24 hours a day. Oliphantskop Horse Trails are 8 km from the property. Saldanha Bay is 9 km away and Paternoster is within 20 km.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kevin
    Ireland Ireland
    Very well equipped. Nice and quiet, except when builders over the road were busy. Manageress extremely helpful and knowledgeable about surrounding amenities.
  • Caroline
    Namibia Namibia
    The serenity of the setting, all the offered amenitys and the kind and helpfull management and staff. As well as the cleanlines of the appartment were exeptional. Will defintly visit again.
  • Fumba
    South Africa South Africa
    The place is clean a quite neighbourhood within walking distance to the beach

Property surroundings

Facilities of Whispering Whale
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Whispering Whale takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 to 10:30

 

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 8 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 8 and older are allowed)

Maestro Visa Cash is not accepted Bankcard Whispering Whale accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Guests are kindly requested to bring along their own beach towels.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Whispering Whale

  • Room options at Whispering Whale include:

    • Apartment

  • Whispering Whale is 700 yards from the centre of Jacobs Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Whispering Whale offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing

  • Check-in at Whispering Whale is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.9 miles from Whispering Whale. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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