Whale Rock

12 Ixia Street, 7975 Cape Town, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>77</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
77 reviews
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror at Whale Rock in Cape Town
a kitchen with a sink and a stove in it at Whale Rock in Cape Town
a beach with rocks and the ocean at sunset at Whale Rock in Cape Town
a bedroom with a large bed in a room at Whale Rock in Cape Town
a wooden table with two candles on top of it at Whale Rock in Cape Town
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Whale Rock

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  • Entire apartment
  • 818 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
    In all areas • 46 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
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Situated in Cape Town, near Fishermans Beach and Frank's Beach, Whale Rock is a recently renovated property, featuring, pool with a view and garden. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.1 km from Windmill Beach. The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the mountain views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cape Town, like diving and hiking. Chapman's Peak is 21 km from Whale Rock, while Cape Point is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 41 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 bunk bed
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Property practices

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

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
10
High score for Cape Town
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  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location is perfect, a short hop from Simons Town cafes and restaurants and even closer to Boulders Beach for the penguins. Outstanding views from the front of the house. The weather was really windy when we stayed so unfortunately we could...”
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We wanted a relaxing holiday, away from the city centre and this is what Whale Rock offers. Although reaching the centre of Cape Town is only a 45 minute drive there was enough to keep us entertained within easy reach of here. The accommodation is...”
  • Татьяна
    Belgium Belgium
    “Beautiful apartments with a private pool and magnificent views of the ocean. The location is very convenient. The kitchen is equipped with everything necessary, a gas stove, which is important during a power outage. The owner is wonderful and...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Neville Owen - assisted by Isaac

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
Neville Owen - assisted by Isaac
WHALE ROCK apartment is named after the imposing granite boulder lying just two hundred and fifty metres away from you in the ocean below. Its correct name is Spanish Rock, but in view of its appearance it is often referred to as Whale Rock. With easy ground floor access, the apartment has a stunning patio which is completely protected from the prevailing South-Easter winds. Barbeques are enjoyed on the patio, which leads directly to the swimming pool, with views across False Bay from the wooden deck. Easy chairs on the patio encourage you to take a deep breath, and to relax! The comfortable lounge has views over the pool deck towards Boulders Beach, with Fish Hoek and Kalk Bay in the distance. An open-plan kitchen and dining area has the same views as the lounge. Enjoy your views over the ocean towards the imposing Hottentots Holland mountains across False Bay from the large main bedroom. The second bedroom has ocean views, as well as views towards the mountains behind the property. Directly in front of the apartment is a large common area, which is collectively cared for by the neighbors. Enjoy the indigenous plants and birdlife in this lovely garden.
I enjoy taking walks on our beautiful beaches, but especially enjoy walking over the enormous granite boulders strewn across this amazing landscape. My rescue dog - Oreo - is never far behind. My adult son and I share a recreational fishing boat, and we enjoy getting on the ocean to catch Yellowtail or Tuna.
The coastline below Whale Rock Cottage is interspersed with beautiful beaches and granite boulders. Local beaches include the world famous Boulders Beach, Windmill Beach, Water's Edge, Frank's Beach and Fisherman's Beach. This short strip of coastal "heaven" is popular with recreational scuba divers, kayakers, bathers, penguins and nature lovers alike.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Whale Rock
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Good free WiFi 46 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Diving
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Windsurfing
      Additional charge
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Entertainment and family services
    • Baby safety gates
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Child safety socket covers
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Whale Rock takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 18:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

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

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Whale Rock

    • Yes, Whale Rock is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Whale Rock on this page.

    • Whale Rock can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Whale Rock has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The nearest beach is just 550 yards from Whale Rock. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Whale Rock on this page.

    • Whale Rock offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Swimming Pool
      • Beach

    • The prices at Whale Rock may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Whale Rock is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

    • Whale Rock is 19.9 miles from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.