Penguino Guest House

3.5 star property
Hermanus guesthouse in Westcliff with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Front of property
King penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Outdoor pool
Gentoo Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Little penguin  | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included
The price is SAR 333
SAR 333 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

Room options

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Royal Penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Galapagos penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Down duvet
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Little penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Down duvet
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

King penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Down duvet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Humboldt Penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Africa Penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Emperor penguin

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Gentoo Penguin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
16 Westcliff road, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

  • Cliff Path - 11 min walk
  • Old Harbour - 17 min walk
  • Hermanus Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Voelklip Beach - 7 min drive
  • Grotto Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mikro Coffee Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burgundy Restaurant Hermanus - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Heritage Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ficks Wine & Pinchos - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Penguino Guest House

Guesthouse located in Westcliff
You can look forward to free breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby at Penguino Guest House. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a TV in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 8:30 AM–10 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in hours are 11 AM-1 PM and 4:30-6 PM on Sunday. The guesthouse is closed 1-4:30 PM on Sunday.

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 per day

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
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Penguino Guest House Hermanus
Penguino Hermanus
Penguino Guest House Guesthouse Hermanus
Penguino Guest House Guesthouse
Penguino Guest House Hermanus
Penguino Guest House Guesthouse
Penguino Guest House Guesthouse Hermanus

Frequently asked questions

Does Penguino Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Penguino Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Penguino Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Penguino Guest House?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Penguino Guest House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Penguino Guest House located?

Located in Westcliff, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cliff Path, Whale Museum, and Village Square. Shopping Centre and Old Harbour are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Penguino Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Toshiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Very comfortable room, excellent breakfast, freshly prepared. Superb hosts, friendly and knowledgeable. Won’t hesitate to return on next holiday.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nora

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely property in easy safe walking distance of Hermanus centre. Safe secure parking within locked boundary. The owner was really friendly and helpful, with lots of advice of things to do and places to eat and drink. Comfortable clean accommodation and with a nice little swimming pool, although we were too busy to use it! Absolutely first class breakfast. Would definitely recommend and use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my one night stay! I'd stay again for sure - very quiet spot and an EXCELLENT breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fantastic stay, made to feel welcome and nothing seemed too much trouble. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Stephan and Nikki are perfect hosts. The guest house is clean and very comfortable. It is right on the cliff path and close enough to walk into town. The breakfast is also amazing,cooked by Stephan. Couldn't have stayed anywhere better.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful property in a great location wish a truly delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, LICHFIELD

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with very professional service and comforting security. Superior rooms with great features including tea/coffee-making, good Wi-Fi, USB sockets by the bed. Breakfast excellent. Host Stefan very knowledgeable and helped us plan our onward travel. Situated a very short distance from the sea if you fancy whale watching and close enough to the town to reach a great selection of restaurants. We would highly recommend the Penguino.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent guest house. Hosts were amazing, very welcoming and provided excellent recommendations both for the local area and the rest of our trip. Room itself was lovely and very clean and the breakfast was delicious!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful guest house. Warm and welcoming owners. Fantastic breakfast every morning. We’d come back just to eat here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Stay with Wonderful Hosts
Would highly recommend the Penguino. The hosts, Stefan and his wife Nikki are wonderful and really go out of their way to make your stay easy and comfortable. They can help you with any local tours or places to eat out. The breakfast was outstanding and the room amazing. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Great people, great location, great food :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to stay in Hermanus
We had a wonderful experience at Penguino Guest House. Stefan and Nikki were very welcoming and Stefan had lots of great local suggestions. The breakfast was fantastic. The guest house is just steps away from the Hermanus cliff path and great whale-watching. This is the place to stay in Hermanus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Giulia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
Ultra-welcoming and accommodating hosts, lovely room, nice neighborhood. Stefan and Nikki were a delight.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top guesthouse
Great spot - super friendly and wonderful service. Good location to get around hermanus and a brilliant breakfast to kick off the day.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I will be back
A very comfortable 3 days last weekend. extremely welcoming hosts. The rooms are super clean. The "made to order " special that my daughter wanted is just an indication of the small touches that go a long way. Will definitively be back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pat/Dave, Newcastle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely guest house with great hosts. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Breakfasts are something to look forward to. Always a pleasure to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Maria, Uk

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts/owners are exceptionally lovely friendly people and made us ver well. The breakfast was fantastic. Location excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The welcome from owners Ottie and Nikki was warm and full of offers to help and advise in any way. During our ten day stay, mainly to meet family nearby and deal with some issues following an untimely bereavement, our hosts were always kind and made us feel fully at home when we were at Penguino. Their staff were also warm and very efficient. And their dogs were lovely too!! Penguino is just off the amazing Hermanus cliff walk and is in easy walking distance of the town's plentiful shops and restaurants. It is a good base for both the town and the surrounding coast, beaches and nearby wine area.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, easy to walk into town and two friendly dogs!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Uk

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location excellent and hosts could not have been more helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hosts. Great place to stay. Very comfortable and welcoming. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019