Reviews of Ocean Eleven
Wildlife sightings and reviews
35 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Ocean Eleven and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"Ocean Eleven, Hermanus"
After Khadila's personal attention at Bishops Court I felt Oceans 11 probably aspired to the same level, but hadn't got there yet.
Hermanus was my very least favourite part of the trip - I didn't like the town one tiny bit and felt - a little like the hotel - that it was aspiring to more than it could provide." See all these reviews: 7n in South Africa
"Ocean Eleven review"
Rooms very comfortable, staff very friendly and helpful, breakfasts excellent. Two minor criticisms - staff told us whales were still about when this wasn't the case, and we had to share the bed with quite a few ants on the second night - this wouldn't be all that surprising in the bush but a bit of a shock in Hermanus! Staff were horrified when we told them in the morning so we suspect this is a very unusual occurrence!!
There is no laundry facility- however many guests only stay one night so there is probably not much demand for it." See all these reviews: 2n in South Africa
"Whale watching from your room"
"Superb accommodation on the cliffs"
Our room was excellent with a wonderful view.
The establishment was very well run and the staff were friendly. Our breakfasts were excellent and well served." See all these reviews: 11n in South Africa
"beautiful home fromwhich to watch whales"
then the house and rooms were beautiful, spacious, airy and comfortable. We were treated like royalty.
We knew we were off to a good start when the first half hour we had seen a whale and her baby after drinking a free sherry!!
Lots of whales. Then our last morning watching whales breaching while eating a sumptous breakfast." See all these reviews: 6n in Botswana; 5n in South Africa; 1n in Zambia
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Other lodges in Hermanus
Alternative places to stay in this same area.
The Marine
Set on the clifftop, The Marine is a luxury seafront hotel close to the centre of Hermanus, one of South Africa's top whale-watching areas.
Auberge Provence
Elegant yet relaxed, Auberge Provence is a comfortable guesthouse with stunning views over Walker Bay. It is an excellent place to base yourself for whale watching around Hermanus.
Harbour House Hotel
Harbour House Hotel is a modern hotel conveniently located in the centre of the old harbour town in Hermanus and offers eighteen tasteful rooms.
Birkenhead House
Birkenhead House is a wonderfully indulgent, sophisticated base from which to explore Hermanus and its environs, and also for whale watching in season.
Auberge Burgundy
Auberge Burgundy is a quaint Provençal-style guesthouse, in the centre of Hermanus, beside the old harbour.
