Situated in Hermanus in the Western Cape region, with Old Harbour nearby, Penguino Guesthouse provides accommodation with access to a fitness room. The property has pool and inner courtyard views, and is 1.1 km from Village Square. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. All units at the guest house are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each unit has a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms have a balcony and some have mountain views. The units have a desk. Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Guests at the guest house can take part in activities like yoga and get refreshed with a swim in the outdoor swimming pool. For guests with children, Penguino Guesthouse offers a baby safety gate. If you would like to discover the area, snorkelling, windsurfing and cycling are possible in the surroundings and the accommodation can arrange a bicycle rental service. Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 27 km from Penguino Guesthouse, while Kleinmond Golf Course is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 103 km from the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Hermanus, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Hermanus
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  • Keith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We liked the owners’ friendliness, the comfort and the location
  • Pretorius
    South Africa South Africa
    I looked at the previous reviews and everyone rated the breakfast highly, which made me curious... Upon tasting the breakfast, I agree with the other reviews lol, the breakfast was amazing. Steven is a great host, and the room was comfy with...
  • Joe
    South Africa South Africa
    Wonderful,friendly and very helpful hosts Full of suggestions of places to visit and good restaurants Exceptional breakfasts Big wine glasses!,
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Stefan and Nikki Otto

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

Stefan and Nikki Otto
Penguino family run guesthouse blossomed into the 4-star luxury accommodation. Situated only stone's throw from the famous cliff paths and a mere 7-minute's walk from the town centre, Penguino could not be more ideally positioned to explore the restaurants, shops and other diversities Hermanus has on offer. Including our famous Fynbos and not to mention Hermanus's friendly giants, the Southern Right Whales! Not wanting to rest on the laurels of Penguino's prime location, Stefan and Nikki invested every effort in making each guest feel special. They desire that every guest at Penguino should have an unforgettable stay. So, wether you want to relax in the tastefully and individually decorated rooms, laze around the swimming pool, dabble about town, explore the beautiful shoreline, or enjoy the gourmet cuisine from Stefan's kitchen, we are very much looking forward to welcoming you to Penguino. We are also very happy to have Solar installed here so we don't need to worry about loadshedding!
We look Forward to welcome you to Penguino Guesthouse and Introduce you to all that is magical about Hermanus... Come and Breath our Champagne air Stefan and Nikki
There are many fantastic beaches in and around Hermanus, all with in a 10 minute drive away from Penguino guesthouse. We are number one land based Whale watching in the world. Hermanus has a variety of beautiful walks that is sure to suit your all requirements and sports a challenging 27 hole golf course Hermanus is blessed to have the Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) wine region right on its the doorstep. Hermanus is renowned for its vast array of quality restaurants and eateries, which will suit every palate and wallet! Hermanus has always attracted a large number of artistically talented people. You will find numerous painters, sculptors, poets, ceramicists, jewellery designers, glass designers, quilters and photographers in and around Hermanus. The local market, trading on Saturdays (and Sundays during peak season), will give you the opportunity to view a few of the local artists. There are also excellent African curio-type works brought in from further north, but the quilts, ceramics, precious stone jewellery and most fabric paintings are all produced by local artists.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Penguino Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Baby safety gates
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Pet bowls
    • Pet basket
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Penguino Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 18:00

    Check-out

    From 10:30 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 350 per child, per night
    3 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 350 per child, per night

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The maximum number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the room you choose. Please check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Penguino Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Penguino Guesthouse

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Room options at Penguino Guesthouse include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • Penguino Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Head massage
      • Walking tours
      • Back massage
      • Bicycle rental
      • Yoga classes
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Horse riding
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Full body massage
      • Pub crawls
      • Foot massage
      • Bike tours
      • Hand massage
      • Swimming Pool
      • Neck massage
      • Fitness
      • Couples massage

    • The prices at Penguino Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Penguino Guesthouse is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Penguino Guesthouse is 800 yards from the centre of Hermanus. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.