Whales Way Ocean Retreat

Beach guesthouse with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

Choose dates to view prices

Where to?

Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Front of property - evening/night - Whales Way Ocean Retreat (Wilderness)

Aerial view - Whales Way Ocean Retreat (Wilderness)

View from property - Whales Way Ocean Retreat (Wilderness)

Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Whales Way Ocean Retreat (Wilderness)

Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Whales Way Ocean Retreat (Wilderness)

Whales Way Ocean Retreat on Wilderness Beach offers a serene escape with a hearty breakfast buffet each morning. Relax by the outdoor pool, wander through the garden, or enjoy breathtaking views from the terrace. Previous visitors consistently praise their experience here.

Excellent

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Laundry
Air conditioning
Pool

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Tomorrow

Nov 1 - Nov 2

All rooms

1 bed

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Clothes dryer

Separate bedroom

Deep soaking bathtub

Hair dryer

1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Clothes dryer

Separate bedroom

Deep soaking bathtub

Hair dryer

Separate bathtub and shower

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Comfort Room (Deep Blue Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Clothes dryer

Separate bedroom

Separate bathtub and shower

Hair dryer

Spring water bathtub

Electric kettle

Beach view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Comfort Room (Beach Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Clothes dryer

Separate bedroom

Separate bathtub and shower

Hair dryer

Spring water bathtub

Electric kettle

Beach view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Comfort Room (Eden Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Clothes dryer

Separate bedroom

Separate bathtub and shower

Hair dryer

Spring water bathtub

Electric kettle

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Clothes dryer

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Coffee/tea maker

In-room safe

280 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!

Sign in Sign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

858 6th Ave, Wilderness, Western Cape, 6560

What's nearby

Wilderness National Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Garden Route Trail - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Wilderness Lagoon - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
Map of Africa View Point - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
Victoria Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

George (GRJ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mugg & Bean - ‬6 min drive
‪The Girls - ‬6 min drive
‪ilali Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Naughty Monkey Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪Salinas Beach Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Whales Way Ocean Retreat

Guesthouse located in Wilderness Beach

You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Whales Way Ocean Retreat. In addition to an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

An outdoor pool
Free self parking
Express check-out, express check-in, and barbecue grills
Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers

Room features

All guestrooms at Whales Way Ocean Retreat have perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.

Other amenities include:

Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available

$64 nightly

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
On the beach
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
No elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle

More

Air conditioning
Dryer
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Hotel Wilderness

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Hotel

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Wilderness

Whales Way Ocean Retreat House Wilderness

Whales Way Ocean Retreat House

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Wilderness

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Wilr

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Wilderness

Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Wilderness

Frequently asked questions

Does Whales Way Ocean Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whales Way Ocean Retreat on Nov 1, 2025 start from $78.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Whales Way Ocean Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Whales Way Ocean Retreat?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Whales Way Ocean Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wilderness Beach guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Wilderness National Park and Garden Route Trail are also within 1 mi (2 km).