A Whale of a Time

Beach hotel in Cape Town with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (Twin Penguin) | View from room

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Dolphin) | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Beluga ) | Balcony view

Located in Fish Hoek, A Whale of a Time offers an escape to the coast. Tee off on the 18-hole golf course, sip wine at the tasting room or relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers. Guests praise this hotel's tranquil atmosphere and convenient amenities like free self parking and a hair salon.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Pool
Connecting rooms available
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and beach bar
Outdoor pool
Terrace
Garden
Front-desk safe
Self-serve laundry
Hair salon
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Tomorrow

Oct 23 - Oct 24

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Dolphin)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Soundproofed

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

646 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (Beluga )

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

969 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Apartment (Orca)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

646 sq ft
1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (Twin Penguin)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

646 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Neptune Garden Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

3 bedrooms

Hair dryer

1291 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Sea view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

11 Echo Road, Fish Hoek, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975

What's nearby

Fish Hoek Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Kalk Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Kalk Bay Harbour - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Muizenberg Beach - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
Boulders Beach - 9 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 52 min drive
Cape Town Station - 29 min drive
Sunny Cove Station - 5 min walk
Fish Hoek Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

‪Golden River Spur Steak Ranch - ‬15 min walk
‪Peak Connect Cafe - ‬18 min walk
‪KFC - ‬17 min walk
‪Fish Hoek Fisheries - ‬2 min drive
‪Bhandaris - ‬15 min walk

About this property

A Whale of a Time

When you stay at A Whale of a Time, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Boulders Beach. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the beach bar. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Public transportation is close by: Sunny Cove Station is just 5 minutes by foot.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 19
- Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

- There is no front desk at this property
- Guests must contact the property for check-in information
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 19

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Free offsite parking nearby

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Restaurant
Beach bar
Barbecue grills

What to do

Private winery tours
Horse riding nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Whale-watching nearby

Services

Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Hair salon
Golf cart on site
Golf clubs on site
Pool loungers

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Adjacent to a golf course
An outdoor pool
Golf clubhouse on site
Vineyard
Wine tasting room

Room amenities

Be entertained

Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Electric kettle

Sleep well

Soundproofed rooms

What to enjoy

Balcony or patio

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

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.

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.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at A Whale of a Time?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at A Whale of a Time?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at A Whale of a Time?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at A Whale of a Time?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at A Whale of a Time and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, horseback riding, and windsurfing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.