Located in Jacobsbaai on the West Coast of South Africa, Whispering Whale is only 1969 feet 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 private 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 5 mi from the property. Saldanha Bay is 5.6 mi away and Paternoster is within 12 mi.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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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 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king 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

Area info

Amenities of Whispering Whale
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • 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
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Private check-in/out
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • 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 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 8 are welcome.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 8 and up are allowed)

Maestro Visa Cash is not accepted Debit card 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 need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Whispering Whale

  • Whispering Whale is 2,150 feet from the center 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

  • Room options at Whispering Whale include:

    • Apartment

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

  • Check-in at Whispering Whale is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The prices at Whispering Whale may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.