Location: Hermanus, Western Cape
Accommodation Type: Guest House, Bed & Breakfast

Sixteen Reasons Guesthouse is found in the picturesque town of Hermanus. Nestled between the mountains and the sea, Hermanus is only 140 km from Cape Town and is the whale watching capital of the world.

The town overlooks Walker Bay, where southern right whales congregate from July to November to calve and mate.

During this time, Hermanus' very own whale crier watches the bay and informs people where the whales are by blowing on his kelp horn. The whales can be spotted from the cliffs as they frolic in the water. A few operators based in the new harbour are permitted to take visitors on whale watching trips in the bay, which promises to be an unforgettable experience.

16 REASONS

1. All suites have private entrances leading onto the pool and garden
2. Enjoy a full farmhouse breakfast to start your day
3. All stylish appointed suites have unique 'garden bathrooms'
4. Crisp white linen, and large fluffy towels!
5. You have to try our shortbread, complimentary in the rooms
6. Relax around our sparkling saltwater pool
7. We are an easy walk to town, restaurants and shops
8. We'll pack you a picnic to enjoy on the cliff paths when whale watching
9. We don't charge single supplements!
10. Special rates apply for reps or frequent visitors
11. Supervised children are welcome
12. We don't compromise style for affordability
13. Our entertainment area, and adjoining suites cater well to group bookings and small functions
14. We are only 120km (75 miles) away from Cape Town close enough for a weekend away
15. Enjoy complimentary gluwein or hot chocolate when returning from whale-watching in winter months
16. All rooms have hospitality trays, TV's with D-SAT, safes, fridges, hair-dryers, full en-suite bathrooms, telephones and panic buttons. Some rooms have ports for laptop computers