16 miles from Mt. Hebron Nature Reserve in Hermanus, Penguino Guesthouse provides accommodations with access to a fitness room. Housed in a building dating back to 1986, this guest house is 21 miles from Kleinmond Golf Course and 23 miles from Howhoek Nature Reserve. There's free private parking, and the property features a paid airport shuttle service. At the guest house, each unit has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Each room has a kettle, a private bathroom, and free Wifi, while some rooms have a balcony and some have mountain views. At the guest house, every unit has a seating area. 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 like to discover the area, snorkeling, windsurfing and cycling are possible in the surroundings and the accommodation can arrange a bicycle rental service. Arabella Country Estate is 23 miles from Penguino Guesthouse, while Old Harbour is a 13-minute walk from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 64 miles from the guest house.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-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 queen bed
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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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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  • Fabkev
    United States of America United States of America
    Really nice stay. Fabulous breakfast. Wish we could have stayed longer. Dogs that will swim with you!
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The overall experience was fantastic. The property was in great condition and even had solar panels fitted to counteract load shedding problems. The staff/owner were fantastic, offering a great welcome, experience and knowledge of the area. The...
  • Austin
    Canada Canada
    - Spacious rooms - Very friendly and welcoming hosts - Exceptional location - quiet yet still very central - Breakfast was fantastic

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

Area info

Amenities of Penguino Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • 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
  • Bathtub 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 dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Off-site
  • Horseback 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 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Express check-in/out
    Entertainment & 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
    • Safe
    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
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Full-body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

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

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

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


    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

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

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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

    FAQs about Penguino Guesthouse

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

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

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Head massage
      • Walking tours
      • Back massage
      • Bicycle rental
      • Yoga classes
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Horseback riding
      • Themed dinners
      • Full-body massage
      • Bar crawls
      • Foot massage
      • Bike tours
      • Hand massage
      • Swimming pool
      • Neck massage
      • Fitness
      • Couples' massage

    • Penguino Guesthouse is 2,450 feet from the center of Hermanus. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Penguino Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The prices at Penguino Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Penguino Guesthouse include:

      • Double
      • Twin