Penguino Guest House
Guest hou, 3-star16 Westcliff road, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200, Hermanus, South AfricaShow on map
Exceptional
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.676Reviews- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.8 out of 10, at 16 Westcliff road, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Outdoor Pool and Complimentary Breakfast Enjoy our outdoor pool and start your day with a delicious complimentary breakfast served daily.
Convenient Amenities Benefit from express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services, to make your stay stress-free.
Individually Decorated Guestrooms Relax in one of our 4 uniquely decorated guestrooms, equipped with modern amenities like refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary wireless internet.
For a memorable stay in Hermanus, book your room at Penguino Guest House today!
What this place offers
- Fireplace in lobby
- Television in common areas
- Free breakfast
- Express check-out
- Smoke-free property
- Express check-in
- Free self parking
- Free WiFi
- Express check-in/check-out
Rooms
9.6
Exceptional
Rated 9.6 out of 10 by 76 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.3
- Service10.0
- Location9.8
- Rooms9.3
- Amenities9.3
- Value9.3
- Food & drink10.0
Guests mention
Amazing hostAwesome breakfast
JoshuaAmazing host, awesome breakfast
LilyCouldn’t recommend Penguins guesthouse enough to those visiting Hermanus!
terenceVery good
Fabulous place in a beautifullocation at a very reasonable price ..breakfast was superb
FridolinSehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeberin und Personal. Gutes Frühstück und schöne Zimmer.
Das Internet war leider etwas instabil in unserem Zimmer.
FabianWunderbares Gasthaus in toller Lage in Hermanus.
Wir wurden ganz toll vom Gastgeber empfangen und uns wurde alles ausführlich gezeigt. Die Anlage ist hübsch gestaltet, es gab ausreichend Parkmöglichkeiten und alles war…
VinitIncredible stay, just a short coastal walk to Hermanus waterfront. Owners were amazing hosts, super helpful and fun! Nikki gave some excellent recommendations while Stefan served up amazing breakfasts. A brilliant tag…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
16 Westcliff road, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200, Hermanus, South Africa
Guests rate the location 9.8 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 12:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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Pets allowed on request; charges may apply
No smoking anywhere on the property
There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Check-in hours are 11 AM-1 PM and 4:30-6 PM on Sunday. The guesthouse is closed 1-4:30 PM on Sunday.
Pets. Service animals not allowed
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available
General. Cashless transactions are available
Accessibility. No elevators
Pets. Pets allowed
Covid. Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
General. Professional property host/manager
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-in is available
Health & Safety. Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Pets. Only dogs are allowed
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Children 5 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Penguino Guest House
What time is check-in and check-out at Penguino Guest House?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Penguino Guest House allow pets?
Yes — the property states that pets are allowed. Size, number and fee are set by the property rather than by us, so say you're bringing a pet when you book and we'll confirm the terms before anything is charged.
Is there parking at Penguino Guest House?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Is breakfast included at Penguino Guest House?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Penguino Guest House have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Penguino Guest House?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Penguino Guest House?
16 Westcliff road, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200, Hermanus.
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