Title: Whales Way Ocean Retreat - 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) # Whales Way Ocean Retreat Beach guesthouse with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/af94dc99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/0a2d4ee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/40b2dd82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/394e0b8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/3562f67b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Whales Way Ocean Retreat on Wilderness Beach offers a serene escape with a hearty breakfast buffet each morning. Relax by the outdoor pool, wander through the garden, or enjoy breathtaking views from the terrace. Previous visitors consistently praise their experience here. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry - Pool - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 7 - Nov. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=15368321&PinnedHotelID=15368321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=15368321&PinnedHotelID=15368321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 8 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=15368321&PinnedHotelID=15368321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=15368321&PinnedHotelID=15368321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=15368321&PinnedHotelID=15368321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=15368321&PinnedHotelID=15368321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=15368321&PinnedHotelID=15368321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=15368321&PinnedHotelID=15368321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/17be2367.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Penthouse (Ocean Penthouse) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom Hair dryer Separate bathtub and shower - 1 bedroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/0a2d4ee3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Penthouse (Sky Penthouse) ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom Hair dryer Separate bathtub and shower Deep soaking bathtub - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Comfort Room (Deep Blue Room)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/52bfe61c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Room (Deep Blue Room) ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom Hair dryer Spring water bathtub Separate bathtub and shower Coffee/tea maker - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Comfort Room (Beach Room)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/092c1fbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Room (Beach Room) ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom Hair dryer Spring water bathtub Separate bathtub and shower Coffee/tea maker - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Comfort Room (Eden Room) | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/f7b065f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Room (Eden Room) ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom Hair dryer Spring water bathtub Separate bathtub and shower Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Comfort Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368321/b781516d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Clothes dryer Separate bedroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWilderness-Hotels-Whales-Way-Ocean-Retreat.h15368321.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWilderness-Hotels-Whales-Way-Ocean-Retreat.h15368321.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.00001%2C22.61842&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZftAgQFIyTEgSVuy3SsRXsD2_DA=) 858 6th Ave, Wilderness, Western Cape, 6560 #### What's nearby - Wilderness National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Garden Route Trail - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Wilderness Lagoon - 4 min drive - 3.5 km - Map of Africa View Point - 8 min drive - 7.4 km - Victoria Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 12.5 km #### Getting around - George (GRJ) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Girls - ‬6 min drive - ‪ilali Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Naughty Monkey Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Blue Olive - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse located in Wilderness Beach You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Whales Way Ocean Retreat. In addition to an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Express check-out, express check-in, and a 24-hour front desk - Barbecue grills, a front-desk safe, and a billiards/pool table Room features All guestrooms at Whales Way Ocean Retreat have perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers - Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Comfort Double Room | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42290000/42283700/42283698/e28f7d38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Tops Wilderness - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.6 Exceptional 11 reviews CA $89 CA $103 total includes taxes & fees Nov 15 - Nov 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=42283698&PinnedHotelID=42283698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29700000/29695500/29695467/017e306c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea Paradise Wilderness Beach - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 26 reviews CA $201 CA $233 total includes taxes & fees Nov 11 - Nov 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=29695467&PinnedHotelID=29695467&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14610000/14605000/14604957/92e00ce3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Pink Lodge on the Beach Wilderness Beach - 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Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On the beach - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Braille/raised signage - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning - Dryer - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Late check-out subject to availability Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### 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, debit cards, and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Whales Way Ocean Retreat Hotel Wilderness Whales Way Ocean Retreat Hotel Whales Way Ocean Retreat Wilderness Whales Way Ocean Retreat House Wilderness Whales Way Ocean Retreat House Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Wilderness Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Whales Way Ocean Retreat Wilr Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Whales Way Ocean Retreat Wilderness Whales Way Ocean Retreat Guesthouse Wilderness ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Whales Way Ocean Retreat have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Whales Way Ocean Retreat? > As of Nov 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whales Way Ocean Retreat on Nov 10, 2025 start from CA $109.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Wilderness-Hotels-Whales-Way-Ocean-Retreat.h15368321.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Whales Way Ocean Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Whales Way Ocean Retreat? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Whales Way Ocean Retreat? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Whales Way Ocean Retreat? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Whales Way Ocean Retreat located? > Nestled on the beach, this Wilderness Beach guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Wilderness National Park and Garden Route Trail are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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