Penguino Guesthouse | House in Hermanus

| 9.4 (794 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   7 Bedrooms  7 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Westcliff House | Penguino Guesthouse

7 Bedroom House in Westcliff, Hermanus

Penguino Guesthouse enjoys a location in Hermanus, 17 miles from Mt. Hebron Nature Reserve and 21 miles from Kleinmond Golf Course. There's a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The guest house also features free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. At the guest house, each unit has a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a shower, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. The guest house offers some units with mountain views, and each unit is equipped with a kettle. At the guest house, every unit has bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and pancakes are available. As an added convenience, the guest house offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at Penguino Guesthouse can take part in activities like yoga and get refreshed with a swim in the outdoor swimming pool. For guests with children, the accommodation provides a baby safety gate. If you like to discover the area, snorkeling, windsurfing and cycling are possible in the surroundings and Penguino Guesthouse can arrange a bicycle rental service. Howhoek Nature Reserve is 23 miles from the guest house, while Arabella Country Estate is 23 miles away. Cape Town International Airport is 65 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Penguino Guesthouse is located in Hermanus.

This 7 Bedrooms House is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 794 reviews with the average score of 9.4 . Coming to Hermanus and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this House for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 7 Bedrooms House if you want to learn more about this place in Hermanus. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Penguino Guesthouse in Hermanus is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Penguino Guesthouse”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this House, please let us know.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Fruit
Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Back massage
  • Horseback riding
  • Bike tours
  • Cycling
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Diving
  • Themed dinners
  • Foot massage
  • Yoga classes
  • Walking tours
  • Massage
  • Full-body massage
  • Mini golf
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Snorkeling
  • Canoeing
  • Couples' massage
  • Head massage
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Windsurfing
  • Hand massage
  • Neck massage
  • Fitness
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Baby safety gates
General
  • Family rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pet friendly
Guest Services
  • Packed lunches
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Ironing service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Express check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Private check-in/out
  • Pet bowls
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service
  • Pet basket
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kits available
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Shallow end
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and free.

Please inform 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, managed by a private host

Reviews

Value for money:
9.71
Location:
9.59
Staff:
9.92
Facilities:
9.4
Comfort:
9.62
Cleanliness:
9.7
Keziah
Apr 6, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: We loved our stay at Penguino. The room was super clean, Stefan and Nikki were amazing hosts and the breakfast was truly another level. Blueberry pancakes for the win!
Summary: Definitely worth the visit
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Queen Room with Pool View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Queen Room with Pool View

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

General

Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Private entrance, Electric blankets, Trash cans, Interconnecting room(s) available, Hardwood or parquet floors

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

View

Inner courtyard view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 30 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Twin Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

General

Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Private entrance, Electric blankets, Trash cans, Interconnecting room(s) available, Hardwood or parquet floors

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 24 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
 Double Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

General

Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Private entrance, Electric blankets, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

View

Inner courtyard view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
 Double Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

General

Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Private entrance, Electric blankets, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Internet

Wireless internet

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
 Double Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

General

Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Private entrance, Electric blankets, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

View

Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

General

Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Private entrance, Electric blankets, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

Mountain view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
 Double Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet

General

Fan, Safe, Fire extinguisher, Private entrance, Electric blankets, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Wine glasses

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this Penguino Guesthouse pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Penguino Guesthouse?

Check-in time for Penguino Guesthouse starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Penguino Guesthouse have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Penguino Guesthouse has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Penguino Guesthouse?

Best-rates for the Penguino Guesthouse starts from $106 per night with includes Internet, Pet Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Laundry, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Pool, TV, View, Ocean View, Guest Services, Parking, Transportation/Shuttle, Business Services, Restaurant, Breakfast, Child Friendly with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Penguino Guesthouse a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Penguino Guesthouse wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Penguino Guesthouse is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Penguino Guesthouse?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Penguino Guesthouse indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Penguino Guesthouse?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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