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Whale Watchers Inn

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Witsand with free parking

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S/Catering Unit - Big Cob
Perched on a scenic spot, Whale Watchers Inn offers a relaxing retreat with a serene garden and inviting terrace. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy full breakfast options, or fire up the barbecue grills for an outdoor feast.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$69
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept

Room options

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S/Catering Unit - Elf

S/Catering Unit - Elf

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

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S/Catering Family Unit - Musselcracker | View from room

S/Catering Family Unit - Musselcracker

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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S/ Catering Unit - Mom's Place

S/ Catering Unit - Mom's Place

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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S/Catering Unit - Big Cob

S/Catering Unit - Big Cob

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 7 Twin Beds

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Classic Triple Room

Classic Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Double en-suite room - Yellowtail

Double en-suite room - Yellowtail

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Ground floor en-suite room - Steenbras

Ground floor en-suite room - Steenbras

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Located on the ground floor
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Witsand, Whale Watchers Inn is near the beach. Westfield 4X4 Trail and Breede River Lodge Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Witsand Local Nature Reserve and Witsand Beach.
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6 Protea St., Witsand, Western Cape, 6666

What's nearby

  • Witsand Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Witsand Local Nature Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Westfield 4X4 Trail - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Breede River Lodge Marina - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Barry Memorial Church - 3 min drive - 3.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Spasie On Breede - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ellie's On Main - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pili Pili Witsand - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bent Head - ‬58 min drive
  • The Anchorage Beach Restaurant & Bar

About this property

Whale Watchers Inn

Property highlights
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Whale Watchers Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a reception hall and a front desk safe
  • Barbecues
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and irons/ironing boards
  • Heating and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 50.0 per day

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 50.0 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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Whale Watchers Inn Witsand
Whale Watchers Inn
Whale Watchers Witsand
Whale Watchers Inn Witsand
Whale Watchers Inn Guesthouse
Whale Watchers Inn Guesthouse Witsand

Frequently asked questions

Is Whale Watchers Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whale Watchers Inn?

As of 2 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whale Watchers Inn on 5 Sept 2025 start from AU$69.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Whale Watchers Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whale Watchers Inn?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Whale Watchers Inn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whale Watchers Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Witsand Beach, Westfield 4X4 Trail and Witsand Local Nature Reserve. Barry Memorial Church and Breede River Lodge Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Whale Watchers Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Tranquil place

A quiet Place -Witsand , Claire very friendly , facilities are fair and clean enjoyed our short stay , thank you .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good guesthouse close to the beach and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Neat and functional. Only one negative : Bathroom/toilet had a quirky sliding door that doesn't close flushly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sehr nette Gastgeber und schöne sowie ruhige Umgebung.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Witsand is wonderful, give this place a go

The whale watchers inn is ideally placed and was a very pleasant guest house more basic than some but I really enjoyed the stay. For me it’s about the people you meet and the sights you see. I would definitely stay there again and the owners are lovely people thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Very close to the beautiful beach

We enjoyed our trip to Witsand. Whale Watchers Inn is very close to the beach. Excellent service, problems were sorted out immediately. There is some wear and tear, could do with a revamp. Wifi almost non-existing. Very limited TV channels. Very friendly owner and staff. Parking right in front which was very nice. Very safe area.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Ewa

Jättefint!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Sehr ruhig und daher sehr gut !

Fast direkt am Strand, toller Ausblick ! Walbeobachtungen und super Sonnenuntergänge. Nette Gastgeber
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr persönliche Betreuung. Sehr schöner uriger Ort, ideal für die Wal-Beobachtung, obwohl nur wenige Touristen da sind.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

perfect stay

Nice Welcome, nice room, Bathroom a bit old but everything is clean, close to the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Großer, Lauf

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

Direkt am Strand von Witsand

Sehr große Zimmer mit Blick auf das Meer. Ideal für solche die ausruhen und entspannen wollen. Toll, wenn ab Juni die Wale in der Bucht schwimmen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Paola

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

10/10 Excellent

stefano

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

Zona molto bella e tranquilla very good

Grande camera con zona cucina. Bel giardino con alberi e uccellini. Molto vicino al mare circa 200 metri e a 300/400 metri da uno dei pochi bar/ristoranti del paese. Consigliato. Colazione British a pagamento, pensiamo buona ma non L abbiamo fatta Signora molto gentile e amichevole
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely B & B for whale watching

We had a fantastic time and Clair and Johnny's B & B in Witsand; the room was sunny and very comfortable, and the breakfast was first rate. Clair had lots of local knowledge and shared it (when asked). The view of the Indian Ocean was gorgeous but only partial, because of buildings that the municipal authorities shouldn't have allowed. Would recommend Whale Watcher's Inn strongly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

George

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

A hidden gem

We stayed here 17 years ago and loved this hidden gem. Returned to find the same lovely couple running it and we were made to feel just as welcome. Really laid back and such a wonderful location. Sad that there has been building in front of the guesthouse on what was once the beach but I guess that is life.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

mawcam, Cambs

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

One night stay

Stayed at the Whale Watchers Inn for one night while on the Garden Route. We stayed in the self catering Musselcraker which had a reasonable view of the bay where we were lucky enough to see Southern Right whales. Clean and comfortable with hot water bottles slipped into the bed to stave off the winter chill. Very nice substantial breakfast served by courteous and friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

Lovely B&B in quiet beach town.

Lovely room, great location, beautiful area, friendly proprietors. We will be back! The town is very slow-paced and quiet.

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Enjoyed every moment

It was lovely. Owners were very welcoming and friendly. We are going to stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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