Reviews of The Potting Shed Guest House 3 stars
28 Albertyn Street, 7200 Hermanus, South Africa
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Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewA very pleasant stay. Lovely room, very good facilities and a terrific breakfast.
All good.
Thank you Chris.
Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewAbsolutely everything. Amazing hosts and staff, very comfortable, great location.
Nothing to dislike.
Thank you Patrick for staying with us and your lovely review. Hope to see you next time you are in SA. Annamarie
Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThank you!
Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe bed was super comfy and the delicious breakfast with homemade treats was amazing
The room was quite small but adequate
Thank you Linda.
Reviewed: 15 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe hosts were exceptionally friendly, professional and knowledgeable of the area and its amenities. The room was comfortable and contained everything we needed to enhance our stay. The breakfasts were exceptional, with homemade bread, preserves and rusks, as well as pancakes. It was like going back in history to happy family times.
There was nothing that I didn’t like about the property, its location or the staff.
Thank you Nigel.
Reviewed: 2 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewOwner was very helpful and welcoming.
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Glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the review.
Reviewed: 30 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWe stayed one night at the Potting Shed. It’s very well located, hosts are very very welcoming and they gave us nice recommendations for sightseeings and restaurants. The breakfast was very tasty. The room we booked was very big and well equipped, including a private terrace. Thanks again for your warm hospitality!!
Our stay was too short to enjoy the pool!
Thank you Emilite for your review.
Reviewed: 28 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewFriendly staff & owners Cute breakfast set up Homemade breakfast Cozy rooms Super cool fan light
No comment
Thank you Simone.
Reviewed: 20 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewIt had everything we needed for a short stay. The studio was perfectly equipped, especially to prepare a light meal. Loved the bathroom and private sundeck. Breakfast was lovely and convenient.
It can get a bit hot, but a fan and small aircon is provided
Thank you Shanaaz.
Reviewed: 20 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewGreat place! Beautifully furnished, comfortable, close to town, owners very hospitable and helpful and nice breakfast included ! Would definitely stay again. For those who are not familiar with guest houses, they are really more like very small boutique hotels.
Nothing not to like !
Thank you Aleta for your lovely review.
Reviewed: 17 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 April 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewWhen we arrived we were greeted by a lovely lady and explained everything about the hotel and area. The room we booked was so fresh and clean. We booked a large room with a big bathroom . The shower worked perfectly and we slept so good. The breakfast was so nice with healthy choices like yoghurt and fresh eggs. The pool is very small but good enough to relax if you want to relax after a whole dat of drive . Location is in a safe neighborhood. We walke to Hermanus town.
Thank you for the lovely review Russell.
Reviewed: 12 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewGood location & very good breakfasts
Very comfortable & close to centre of town
Thank you Bruce.
Reviewed: 10 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewA lovely evening spent at the Potting Shed ! Great facilities and small pool area but as we were there only one night did not have chance to try!
Hope you can stay longer next time Sue.
Reviewed: 5 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewFabulous breakfast, room , and location. Hoping to go back there next year. Brilliant!
Not having enough time there
Thank you Gareth.
Reviewed: 30 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewExcellent breakfast. Studio room very spacious. Great attention to detail.
Studio room is my favourite room!
Reviewed: 30 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful cosy accomadation..shall b back!!lovely staff. Xx
Hope to see you again soon Marie.
Reviewed: 25 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewEverything! It’s a great place to stay
Nothing.
Thank you Lorraine,
Reviewed: 22 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReally nice guest house with great hosts and staff, great breakfast, very clean rooms, well decorated.
Thank you Johanna.