Kleinzee Oceanfront Guest House

Oceanfront, affordable luxury in the best area for land-based whale watching. Kleinzee is set on the cliffs of De Kelders where the southern right whale calve each spring. Peaceful and private, an ideal retreat for lovers of the great outdoors. The house is built in the Cape Dutch-farmhouse style with some of the walls consisting of stone sourced locally to add warmth and character.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast on the balcony overlooking the ocean with award-winning local cheese and preserves. Sample local wines while watching the sun set over the ocean from your private whale-viewing deck.

There are two oceanfront suites with direct access to a seaside hiking trail and whale watching decks with panoramic ocean and mountain views. Concertina doors open the rooms completely to the ocean. The rooms are luxuriously appointed with private access, underfloor heating and satellite TVs. Beds are king size with luxurious linen, down duvets and fluffy pillows to whisk you off to dreamland. The spacious bathrooms are en-suite with Victorian baths and pebble-floor showers. A heated splash pool in the sheltered courtyard is an ideal remedy for those hot summer days.

A convenient five-minute drive takes you to Gansbaai Town, known as the Big 2 town for it's great white shark cage diving industry and spectacular whale watching. Kleinbaai Harbour, where shark cage diving and whale watching vessels depart, is a mere 10 minutes' drive away.

Hike to the nearby Walker Bay Nature Reserve with its own sheltered swimming bay and caves of archaeological interest. Explore the rugged coastline via kayak, go for cave tours one minutes' walk away or simply relax on your own private deck.

De Kelders is approximately 180 km drive from Cape Town International Airport and 40 km drive from Hermanus. A shuttle service from the airport to Hermanus with car hire in Hermanus is available.

Surrounded by fynbos, pristine countryside, award-winning wine and cheese farms and many other hidden treasures, you will be inspired and rejuvenated by the tranquility of nature.

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Reviews

  • "Awrsome hospitality"

    06 January 2023

    "It wS more than what we expected...hospitality from Monica awesome...freedom and privacy"

  • "Excellent customer service"

    18 December 2017

    "Marna who manages the guesthouse was absolutely amazing. She was very friendly, made good suggestions on where to go around the area. My husband and I felt very welcomed and at home. Tania, her assistant was also great. The guest house was absolutely perfect. The bedroom and huge bathroom was perfect. We had a wonderful anniversary weekend. Thank you Kleinzee"

  • "Amazing stay"

    17 December 2016

    "We really enjoyed our stay at Kleinzee, the views were encredible and the staff very friendly and helpful."

  • "Awesome place! Highly recommended"

    12 July 2014

    "5 start treatment.What a fantastic place, view and accommodation! Beautiful guesthouse . Had the most wonderful stay and I would highly recommend this place. Thanks to the superb hospitality of Linda and Deon who went out of their way to make the stay truly memorable! I will most definitely be back!"

  • "Very nice Guesthouse"

    19 October 2013

    "We had a very nice stay at the Guesthouse, very friendly staff with an amazing view to the ocean from every room."

  • "Kleinzee Oceanfront Guest House"

    16 October 2013

    "Situated in a lovely spot. We enjoyed the ability to walk as well as see the sea life.It is a pity that on our second day the weather was most unkind - high wind and rain.Our stay was relaxing and enjoyable with a nice big room and en suite."

  • "Great views"

    08 October 2013

    "Great location for viewing whales and there were plenty of them to see. Unfortunately one night was not enough to enjoy the comforts of this house. Bedrooms were large clean and great views over the ocean. We happened to be there on a public holiday and the local restaurants were closed however the Blue Goose at Gansbaai was recommended and was very enjoyable."

  • "Awesome stay"

    26 September 2013

    "We really enjoyed our stay at Kleinzee, it was exactly what we expected it to be. Home away from home! The house itself was very neat and clean. Natasha and Sila was very friendly and helpful at all times. I will definitely suggest Kleinzee to anyone who are visiting the Gansbaai area. We will definitely book there again if we are in the area."

  • "Kleinzee"

    01 January 2013

    "Although it was extremely hot, the guest house was cool and airy. The sound of the sea at night was really soothing, and the views from the balcony, breathtaking."

  • "Fantastic guest house"

    27 November 2012

    "Awesome guest house, fantastic view with the whales visiting at your doorstep. Very private and a delicious breakfast on your own private balcony. Pity we had to leave so soon!"

  • "Great view"

    16 October 2012

    "Close to the cliffs - perfect for whale watching but compared to other places in South Africa - the cost performance is low. Warm and charming hospitality is missing."

  • "Great"

    13 August 2012

    "The service by the personnel involved was very good, and the house, in addition to having a great sea view, had nothing I could complain about."

  • "Stunning setting, stunning room"

    11 August 2012

    "Only negative was us only being able to stay one night here - definitely on our to-visit-again list."

  • "Very nice"

    23 July 2012

    "We had a short but very nice stay at the Kleinzee Oceanfront Guesthouse. We enjoyed the magnificent house and setting in front of a stormy ocean and a nice chat with the manager during breakfast."

  • "Amazing!"

    18 June 2012

    "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Kleinzee Oceanfront Guest House, will most certainly recommend it to friends and family, and would love to return for another visit. The guest house is homely and Leonie has a wealth of knowledge of things to do and places to see. What a lovely getaway!"

  • "Wonderful"

    01 April 2012

    "Lovely modern home with amazing views. Large rooms with great bathrooms! Thank you for the friendly service Leonie!"

  • "Stunning whale watching"

    11 October 2011

    "Great whale watching from veranda. Enjoyed the stay and the great views. Will come back."

  • "A will do it again!"

    01 August 2011

    "Beautiful views from everywhere in the house! Sounds of waves and whales! Comfy, neat and very friendly staff. The best location in De Kelders."

  • "Peace and quiet"

    31 January 2011

    "I spent four nights and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. I got the peace and quiet I was after. This is a well maintained establishment with friendly staff and good breakfasts. I will definitely be back!"

  • "Perfect view"

    30 December 2010

    "Great guest house that is perfectly situated. Very calm and relaxed atmosphere. Breakfast on the balcony overlooking the bay is one of the highlights. Great place to just relax or explore the Overberg region. Superb value for money."

  • "Wonderful"

    16 November 2010

    "Comfortable, peaceful, beautiful inside. The views are breathtaking."

  • "Wonderful"

    16 November 2010

    "Comfortable, peaceful, beautiful inside. The views are breathtaking."

  • "Geat view"

    12 August 2009

    "Fantastic house and rooms, very nice and friendly "stuff" (Peira), great view"

  • "Total relaxation"

    05 February 2009

    "We enjoyed our stay so much,we were sad to leave. The service and warm hospitality were more than impressive.The facilities were fantastic and the room and it's atmosphere gave us a feeling of total relaxation, tranquility and especially romance. We would recommend this guesthouse to anyone.It's affordable with service of impeccable standard! Natasha (KSA) and Ashton (USA), January 2009"

  • "Total relaxation"

    05 February 2009

    "We enjoyed our stay so much,we were sad to leave. The service and warm hospitality were more than impressive.The facilities were fantastic and the room and it's atmosphere gave us a feeling of total relaxation, tranquility and especially romance. We would recommend this guesthouse to anyone.It's affordable with service of impeccable standard! Natasha (KSA) and Ashton (USA), January 2009 "

  • "Wonderfull stay oct 2008."

    04 November 2008

    "Fantastic !!!! Falling asleep on the sound of blowing whales, waking up because (the same?) whale is breaching right in front of the apartment and whilst a dozen (really !!!) whales are playing in front of the house, enjoying a well prepared and wonderful breakfast on the sunny balcony. The apartment is clean, quiet, spacious, really nicely furnished (though the bed is just a bit to hard to my likings) and a great bathroom. So all in all very very comfortable. And on top of it all youll find the most friendly, wonderful host you could wish for serving you breakfast. Is doesnt get much better.Life is beautiful, isnt !!! PP, Holland"

  • "Wonderfull stay oct 2008."

    04 November 2008

    "Fantastic !!!! Falling asleep on the sound of blowing whales, waking up because (the same?) whale is breaching right in front of the apartment and whilst a dozen (really !!!) whales are playing in front of the house, enjoying a well prepared and wonderful breakfast on the sunny balcony. The apartment is clean, quiet, spacious, really nicely furnished (though the bed is just a bit to hard to my likings)and a great bathroom. So all in all very very comfortable. And on top of it all you’ll find the most friendly, wonderful host you could wish for serving you breakfast. Is doesn’t get much better.Life is beautiful, isn’t !!! PP, Holland"

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