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Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, hotel in Gansbaai

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers luxury accommodation featuring spectacular views of ancient forests and the whale watching haven of Walker Bay, just a 30-minute drive from Hermanus.

The location is second to none, incredible ocean and mountain vistas almost wherever you look, but what really made this experience something special are the staff, they are attentive, engaging and friendly. What really struck me about the staff is how much they actually care about your experience, always asking “can I help you with x” or “we can do y if that’s better for you” etc without skipping a beat!
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
14 reviews
Price fromUS$1,079.58per night
Walkerbay Accommodation, hotel in Gansbaai

Featuring free WiFi, Walkerbay Accommodation offers accommodation on the seafront in Franskraalstrand, 26 km from Hermanus. Free private parking is available on site.

We loved the location. The sea view from the room was amazing. We received a warm welcome from the host who showed us around. We loved all the little extras in the room and in the fridge for us, which was really great. The bathroom had a bath and a shower and separate basins. Toiletries were supplied and fresh towels. The mattress was comfy and the bedding was warm as we stayed over when the weather was particularly cold and stormy. Its a great room for a stayover and the price is great.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
422 reviews
Price fromUS$40.48per night
Sea Star Lodge, hotel in Gansbaai

The 5-star Sea Star Lodge is situated directly at the Walker Bay overlooking the Atlantic coastline of Hermanus. The lodge features a modern and spacious design.

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8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
356 reviews
Price fromUS$101.30per night
Stanford's Cove Villas, hotel in Gansbaai

Boasting a patio with garden views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Stanford's Cove Villas can be found in Gansbaai, close to Stanford's Bay and 11 km from Dangerpoint Lighthouse.

Location was beautiful.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
130 reviews
Price fromUS$120.50per night
Oom Piet Accommodation, hotel in Gansbaai

Situated in Gansbaai and only 2.8 km from Stanford's Bay, Oom Piet Accommodation features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Friendly. Neat. Clean. Safe
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
234 reviews
Price fromUS$39.69per night
Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers, hotel in Gansbaai

Located in Gansbaai, Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers offers accommodation with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a shared lounge.

Lovely Stay Overlooking The Bay +Comfy +Silent +Friendly +Grand view over the harbour +Easy communication with the owner +Good bunk beds +Clean
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
41 reviews
Price fromUS$31.22per night
Rusthof Accommodation, hotel in Gansbaai

Located in Gansbaai and only 6.9 km from Platbos Forest, Rusthof Accommodation provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Calm atmosphere. No chasing, no hassles, basic farmstyle honest accommodation.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
53 reviews
Price fromUS$26.46per night
Kormorant, hotel in Gansbaai

Offering a garden and sea view, Kormorant is situated in Gansbaai, 2.5 km from Franskraal Beach and 8.9 km from Dangerpoint Lighthouse.

Location right on the beach.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
30 reviews
Price fromUS$74.09per night
Tourist Lodge Gansbaai, hotel in Gansbaai

Located in the heart of Gansbaai, Tourist Lodge Gansbaai offers well-appointed, self-catering cottages with patios. It features a garden and barbecue facilities.

The peace and quiet..and staff very helpful
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
75 reviews
Price fromUS$39.69per night
Pik 'n Wyntjie, hotel in Gansbaai

Offering barbecue facilities and garden view, Pik 'n Wyntjie is located in Gansbaai, 17 km from Platbos Forest and 20 km from Flower Valley Farm.

Amazing view and very well situated. Anmarie is very welcoming and always spoils us way too much with yummy rusks and other baked goods. There is a nice sized fridge, and the jug of milk is a generous extra, which is much appreciated!
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
82 reviews
Price fromUS$52.92per night
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What guests said about Gansbaai:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    The hospitality of the people was genuine.

    The hospitality of the people was genuine. The overall scenery of the town, beach, and ocean are beautiful. The safety of the guesthouse and surroundings were comforting. The host, Johannes, personality is like meeting a friend. I will go back again.
    Dolly
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Small, laid-back town with many activities in and around and...

    Small, laid-back town with many activities in and around and some good restaurants. I also enjoyed visiting nearby towns like Hermanus & Stanford. Highlights were Shark Cage Diving, Klein River Cheese Farm and the Elgin Valley Wine Farms. Some nice hiking options in the area as well & De Kelders is great for whale watching and walks along the ocean.
    Christine
    South Africa
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Gansbaai still feels like a real fishing town although there...

    Gansbaai still feels like a real fishing town although there is a big centre with Spar as the main tenant. There is a lot to do if you are someone that needs to stay active: walking trails, horse riding, wine tasting, and bicycle routes. You can go shark diving or watch the seals at Dyer Island. You can walk all the way from Kleinbaai to Franskraal or just relax on the beach. You can play in the lagoon or swim in the sea. Never a dull moment.
    Derick JvRensburg
    South Africa
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    it is a wonderful alternative to Hermanus (which has become...

    it is a wonderful alternative to Hermanus (which has become very big and very busy) to enjoy the magnificent beauty of the Walker bay area. we stayed overnight in De Kelders to visit the Grootbos conservation initiative in the morning, it was perfect.
    frances
    Netherlands
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Gansbaai South Africa is a popular tourist attraction, best...

    Gansbaai South Africa is a popular tourist attraction, best known for its great white sharks and superb whale watching. It is well worth visiting and there are an array of activities for the adventurous traveller.
    Osric Charl Jumat
    South Africa
  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    There doesn’t seem like much to do this time of year unless...

    There doesn’t seem like much to do this time of year unless you have reliable transportation. I guess it would be an ok home base but would still be a drive to anything. Beach access is almost impossible. If you want quiet with incredible views, this is your town. We did eat at a great restaurant but I think there are only a few places in town. It was tough to find a place for a pre dinner drink.
    Jo
    United States

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Gansbaai

  • From US$71.44 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 46 reviews
    Helen is such a gracious host. We stayed at Wave Dancer during a 17 day trip to South Africa and she was in constant communication with us about our travels and arrivals. She gave us recommendations for things to do in the area and made a reservation for us at a local restaurant to ensure we had a nice place to eat dinner during our stay. Her house is beautiful and very clean with some of the most spectacular ocean views I have ever seen from a home. I would highly recommend a stay here if you’re traveling to Gansbaai.
    Robyn
    United States
  • From US$39.69 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 234 reviews
    The apartment was very good value, although basic had everything that was needed. Needed to keep a window open as condensation was a problem but the bed was comfortable, the shower was hot, walkable distance from the cliff path. Great cafes nearby especially Gansbaai Bakery. Great service food ,really quirky.Chantal and Francois were really helpful and offered loads of advice about local area.
    Debbie
    United Kingdom
  • From US$132.30 per night
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews
    This house feels like holiday! Everything is neat, clean and thoughtfully planned for your comfort. The kitchen is well-equipped. The glassed in braai patio lets you enjoy the view while relaxing and braaiing even in bad weather. There were ample heaters and warm blankets on our bed. The host was most welcoming, friendly and responsive.
    Sonita
    South Africa
  • From US$96.32 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 328 reviews
    A nice welcome with useful suggestions e.g reliable whale watching at nearby de Kelders. Lots of thoughtful extras such as arrival port, whale logo chocolate, nice toiletries, smoothie juice, lovely bread and interesting cereal. This is in addition to very comfortable bed and great view. We slept well!
    Sarah
    United Kingdom
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 55 reviews
    If you are looking for a holiday destination that is peaceful and without the busy of other destinations then Gaansbaai is for u. McLaren self catering is the place for u to stay with family, has everything u require to keep yourself fed and accommodated while on holiday. Thank you Leigh
    Rashree
    South Africa
  • From US$79.38 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 46 reviews
    Chris and his wife went out of there way to accommodate us and ensure that we are comfortable. Their friendly reception and daily chec ups were highly appreciated. I will definately recommend Whale Watch to anyone going in the direction of Gansbaai.
    Van Jaarsveldt
    South Africa
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 64 reviews
    Perfection! This is a top notch guest house, easily comparable to a 5 star hotel! The staff and hosts were amazing, breakfast superb, and the views were astonishingly beautiful! highly recommended, will definitely return.
    Brendan
    United Arab Emirates
  • From US$164.05 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 535 reviews
    Everything was awesome. The hotel was exceptional and the staff were amazing. I would love to go back to this hotel. The location was good and the views were great
    Salim Carrim
    South Africa
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 77 reviews
    It was self catering. The hosts took us to the nature reserve and we had breakfast on the rocks with the most amazing views. Gansbaai is so peaceful and tranquil.
    sharon
    South Africa
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 127 reviews
    Service was exceptional. Staff was friendly. The bed I slept in made me feel like I'm on cloud 9. The breakfast was delicious. And they didn't have cheap coffee!!!
    Hegla Grobbelaar
    South Africa
  • From US$155.85 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 356 reviews
    Excellent Service - Hosts informed me that I forgot my shoes at the hotel and even shipped it to their Camps Bay Hotel which is closer to where I live :-)
    Cronje
    South Africa
  • From US$100.55 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 128 reviews
    Very nice and clean place close to restaurant and shark dive starting point. Owner is very friendly and helpful. Best place to stay at Gansbaai.
    czosnek
    Poland
  • From US$47.58 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 144 reviews
    The host was really friendly and gave us a lot of tips and information for the rest of our trip. Breakfast was awesome. Short drive to Gansbaai.
    Tatjana
    Belgium
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 49 reviews
    It’s like a dream house on the beach front with really nice decor. The owner of the house was really welcoming and a thoughtful!
    Davis
    United Arab Emirates
  • From US$99.49 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 389 reviews
    Amazing view of the ocean Very quiet neighbourhood Walking distance to Gansbaai center (about 25min)
    Julio
    Spain
  • From US$69.86 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 259 reviews
    Functional, clean and easy to access. Very good bed and breakfast. Good value for money.
    ILZKOVITZ
    Belgium
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 72 reviews
    Better than a hotel - a home away from home with a cooked breakfast each day.
    Calvin
    South Africa
  • From US$40.48 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 422 reviews
    Beautiful accommodation right on the beach. Highly recommended!
    Willie
    South Africa
  • From US$164.05 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 535 reviews
    Great views. The look and feel of the hotel was great.
    Lenyai
    South Africa
  • From US$31.75 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 41 reviews
    None self catering
    Wisani
    South Africa