The surf shack

Mediterranean hostel in Hermanus with free breakfast

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October 2025

November 2025

The Surf Shack in Westcliff offers continental breakfast, laundry facilities, free WiFi, bicycle rentals, and luggage storage. Guests can book spelunking, rock climbing, horseback rides, explore hiking trails, or join ecotours for hassle-free adventures.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Laundry
Free WiFi

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Tomorrow

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Heating

Renovated in 2022

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Heating

Renovated in 2022

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Westcliff, a neighborhood in Hermanus, is home to The surf shack. Shopping Centre and Village Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Maanschynkop Nature Reserve. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing and horse riding.

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12 fourie street, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200

What's nearby

Old Harbour - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Cliff Path - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Hermanus Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
New Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
Voelklip Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Restaurants

‪The Burgundy - ‬16 min walk
‪Gelato Mania - ‬17 min walk
‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬17 min walk
‪Mikro Coffee Co - ‬12 min walk
‪Plato - ‬14 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, horseback riding, and ecotours at this hostel. Enjoy onsite activities like spelunking and rock climbing. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also find perks like:

Free bicycle rentals, luggage storage, and scooter rentals

Room features

All guestrooms at The surf shack have amenities such as free WiFi.

More amenities include:

Tubs or showers and hair dryers

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi

$78 nightly

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free beach shuttle
Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

Ecotours
Free bicycle rentals
Hiking/biking trails
Horseback riding/rentals
Mountain biking
Rock climbing
Scooter/moped rentals
Spelunking

Family friendly

Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Lockers
Luggage storage

Accessibility

Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator

Built in 1920
Mediterranean architecture
Renovated entire property - June 2022

Room amenities

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer

Entertainment

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

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?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The surf shack?

As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The surf shack on Nov 1, 2025 start from $58.02, 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The surf shack?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The surf shack?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The surf shack located?

Located in Westcliff, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shopping Centre, Whale Museum, and Village Square. Cliff Path and Old Harbour are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The surf shack Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

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 !

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!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024