Title: The surf shack - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 ## Photo gallery for The surf shack ![Basic Twin Room - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/bd1bd3d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/60aab494.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/4ceedfd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free beach shuttle - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/251f18d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Double Room - The surf shack (Hermanus)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103710400/103710331/f86cb3f2.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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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHermanus-Hotels-The-Surf-Shack.h103710331.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHermanus-Hotels-The-Surf-Shack.h103710331.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-34.41970%2C19.23225&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AHZJH_g4HdS-FODZ1dWtwLmVSlw=) 12 fourie street, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200 #### What's nearby - Village Square \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Old Harbour \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Cliff Path \- 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Hemel-en-Aarde Valley \- 3 min drive \- 2.1 km - New Harbour \- 3 min drive \- 1.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪Gelato Mania - ‬17 min walk - ‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Burgundy - ‬16 min walk - ‪Shell - ‬12 min walk - ‪Mikro Coffee Co - ‬12 min walk ## About this property ### The surf shack Remodeled hostel, renovated in 2022 and located in Westcliff The surf shack provides amenities like free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy mountain biking, spelunking, and rock climbing at this hostel. Enjoy onsite activities like horseback riding and ecotours. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free bicycle rentals, scooter rentals, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at The surf shack have amenities such as free WiFi. 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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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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? ### What time is check-in at The surf shack? ### What time is check-out at The surf shack? ### Where is The surf shack located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The surf shack Reviews ## 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 ## Reviews ### 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 > [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 > [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 > [Mexico Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico.d117.Destination-Travel-Guides)