Penguino Guest House

Hermanus guesthouse with outdoor pool

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Nestled in Westcliff, Penguino Guest House offers a warm welcome with free breakfast and a cozy fireplace in the lobby. Dive into the outdoor pool or connect to WiFi from the comfort of your room. Guests have praised this guesthouse for its lovely atmosphere.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Laundry service
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Room options

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Little penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Little penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Little penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Little penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Little penguin

Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
King penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
King penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
King penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
King penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

King penguin

Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Galapagos penguin | Beach
Galapagos penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Galapagos penguin | Beach
Galapagos penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Galapagos penguin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Humboldt Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Humboldt Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Humboldt Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Humboldt Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Humboldt Penguin

Very good
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Africa Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Africa Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Africa Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Africa Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Africa Penguin

Exceptional
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Gentoo Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Gentoo Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Gentoo Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Gentoo Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Gentoo Penguin

Exceptional
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Royal Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Royal Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Royal Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Royal Penguin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Royal Penguin

Very good
  • 213 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
16 Westcliff road, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

  • Cliff Path - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Village Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old Harbour - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • New Harbour - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Hemel-en-Aarde Valley - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gelato Mania - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Shell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fusion Cafe, Hermanus - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Penguino Guest House

Enjoy your visit to Hermanus with a stay at Penguino Guest House. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10 AM.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs only, 1 total)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Penguino Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Penguino Guest House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Penguino Guest House?

Yes, dogs stay free, with a limit of 1 total. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Penguino Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Penguino Guest House?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Penguino Guest House and nearby?

Penguino Guest House has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Penguino Guest House like?

Penguino Guest House is a short 12-minute walk from Cliff Path and 14 minutes' walk from Village Square.

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Penguino Guest House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as superb, excellent, and amazing, with many guests praising the quality and variety of the meals. (21 reviews)
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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a brilliant stay here. The owners were lovely and very helpful, giving us great recommendations on where to go in Hermanus and also for our next stop. The location was brilliant, with lots within walking distance. The room was also very comfortable and clean. As a bonus the breakfast was great, with lots of choice and very tasty!
Ellie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay & excellent breakfast!
Julia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing host, awesome breakfast
Joshua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Large well appointed room, kept impeccably clean together with excellent modern bathroom. Super comfy bed and a fabulous breakfast. Our hosts were friendly and helpful, we couldn’t ask for more.
Zara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We only stayed for one night but had a wonderful stay and wish we could have stayed longer. Great hosts! We also loved their 2 dogs, Pepper and Harvey. We were missing our pups back home and were happy to get our doggy fix!
Sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at The Penguino was absolutely wonderful. Our hosts were warm, engaging, and full of good humour — they made us feel instantly welcome and shared lots of great local tips. The accommodations were spotless and beautifully maintained, and the breakfast was nothing short of exceptional — easily the best we had during our vacation. We couldn’t recommend The Penguino more highly!
Alistair, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Couldn’t recommend Penguins guesthouse enough to those visiting Hermanus!
Lily, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

beautiful property in a great location wish a truly delicious breakfast!
Priya, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay. Great people, great location, great food :)
Mike, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I really enjoyed my one night stay! I'd stay again for sure - very quiet spot and an EXCELLENT breakfast!
Keith, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was just what we needed. Stephan was a friendly and enjoyable host at Breakfast. Our hostess (sorry I have forgotten her name) was wonderful. My partner had being having a digestion issue prior to our arrival, and our hostess generously provided some over the counter medication which was very helpful. The property location is close to the center with many dining options. The scenery in the area is stunning. Highly recommend staying at The Penguino.
David W, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good

Fabulous place in a beautifullocation at a very reasonable price ..breakfast was superb
terence, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay, made to feel welcome and nothing seemed too much trouble. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!!
Claire, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room, bedding, and towels smelled of mildew and triggered an asthma attack. There is no view out of the rooms except for a lone musty window opening onto a view of a mouldy wall. The breakfast was good, however, and the morning cook is the sole saviour from this being a 1 star review. Hti
Julia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Vey convenient guest house.

One night stop over in between Plettenberg & Cape Town. Enabled us to have a half day tour around the area which was well worth while. Everything was as described & more than adequate. Breakfast was superb!
Tim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredible stay, just a short coastal walk to Hermanus waterfront. Owners were amazing hosts, super helpful and fun! Nikki gave some excellent recommendations while Stefan served up amazing breakfasts. A brilliant tag team! Room was also lovely. Thank you for a memorable short visit!
Vinit, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful guest house. Warm and welcoming owners. Fantastic breakfast every morning. We’d come back just to eat here again!!
Jordan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

Very comfortable room, excellent breakfast, freshly prepared. Superb hosts, friendly and knowledgeable. Won’t hesitate to return on next holiday.
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
helen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
Lauren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
Lauren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended

Ultra-welcoming and accommodating hosts, lovely room, nice neighborhood. Stefan and Nikki were a delight.
Giulia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding host

The host Nikki is outstanding and very helpful. The room size is good and comfortable. Warm electric blanket. Nikki helped us with our Whale trip but unfortunately it got canceled at last minute due to bad weather. Will stay here again without hesitation
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
stephen, 2-night trip