Title: The surf shack - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The surf shack Mediterranean hostel in Hermanus with free breakfast ![Basic Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/bd1bd3d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/60aab494.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free beach shuttle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/251f18d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/f86cb3f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/4ceedfd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Surf Shack in Westcliff offers continental breakfast, laundry facilities, free WiFi, bicycle rentals, and luggage storage. 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Active travelers can enjoy spelunking, hiking/biking, and horseback riding at this hostel. Enjoy onsite activities like rock climbing and ecotours. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free bicycle rentals, luggage storage, and scooter rentals Room features All guestrooms at The surf shack have amenities such as free WiFi. 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Hiking/biking trails - Horseback riding/rentals - Mountain biking - Rock climbing - Scooter/moped rentals - Spelunking ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator ### More - Built in 1920 - Mediterranean architecture - Renovated entire property - June 2022 ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - TV ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as The surf shack Hermanus The surf shack Hostel/Backpacker accommodation The surf shack Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hermanus ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The surf shack pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The surf shack? > Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The surf shack? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The surf shack located? > Located in Westcliff, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shopping Centre, Whale Museum, and Village Square. Old Harbour and Cliff Path are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The surf shack Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorenzo May 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I had such a wonderful stay! the place is amazingly friendly and welcoming. the vibes are very good and positive. It is clean and cosy so you feel and confortable and at ease. you sleep very well because it is quiet Nice and clean accomodations. Highly recommendable thank you very much! ##### Lorenzo Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jana Apr 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really awesome little surf house and surf school in Hermanus . Sarah the owner really took care of all our needs and organised all our surfing lessons and a very special whale boat trip to see the southern wright whales. The surf house is just a short walk into the town centre along the beautifull ocean cliff path walk . Highly recommended and will back for sure some day ! ##### Jana ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-RED-Hotel-VA-Waterfront-Cape-Town.h18644202.Hotel-Information) > > [Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Waterfront-Breakwater-Lodge.h663635.Hotel-Information) > > [The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Onyx-Apartment-Hotel.h28825118.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Cape-Town-Foreshore.h4623642.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Saint John](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-John-Hotels.d602956.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Costa Rica](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Costa-Rica-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d42-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-AC-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Waterfront.h29305328.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Mount-Nelson.h19437.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Campbell River](https://www.expedia.ca/Campbell-River-Hotels.d6058391.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Commodore Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Commodore-Hotel.h83744.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Ontario](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Ontario.d11178.Hotel-Destinations) > > [The Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Bay-Hotel.h18132.Hotel-Information) > > [One&Only Cape Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-OneOnly-Cape-Town.h2442736.Hotel-Information) > > [Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Sea Point](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Sea-Point.h533915.Hotel-Information) > > [The Portswood Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Portswood-VA-Waterfront.h526896.Hotel-Information) > > [President Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-President-Hotel.h526107.Hotel-Information) > > [Southern Sun The Cullinan](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Southern-Sun-The-Cullinan.h118030.Hotel-Information) > > [Oude Werf Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Oude-Werf-Hotel.h2720474.Hotel-Information) > > [The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Twelve-Apostles-Hotel-And-Spa.h548889.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-SunSquare-Cape-Town-City-Bowl.h19918386.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Riu-Tequila-All-Inclusive.h487013.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waring House](https://www.expedia.ca/Belleville-Hotels-The-Waring-House.h3079957.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Austral Lineas Aereas](https://www.expedia.ca/Canada-Jetlines-Flights.cAU.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yyz/calgary-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Ajnala (ATQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/atq/calgary-to-sri-guru-ram-das-ji-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Québec City (YQB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yqb/toronto-to-quebec) ### Packages > [Bora Bora Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Bora-Bora.d602861.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Mexico Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico.d117.Destination-Travel-Guides)