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Ocean Eleven
Ocean Eleven
Ocean Eleven
Ocean Eleven
Ocean Eleven

About Ocean Eleven (currently closed)

Ocean Eleven – occasionally written as ‘Ocean 11’ – is set on the cliffs overlooking Walker Bay, in a quiet ...

... residential area of the small coastal town of Hermanus. It’s a comfortable guesthouse in Cape Cod style with stunning views and a good chance to watch whales (from June to November) from the veranda, the cliff top or the comfort of your own room.
NOTE - Ocean Eleven is now closed.

This small, owner-run guesthouse offers a warm, friendly atmosphere in a modern colonial setting. Situated on the clifftop path within walking distance of Hermanus, it is a great spot in the winter months for whale-watching, and in the summer months for a beach break.

Our view

This small, owner-run guesthouse offers a warm, friendly atmosphere in a modern colonial setting. Situated on the clifftop path within walking distance of Hermanus, it is a great spot in the winter months for whale-watching, and in the summer months for a beach break.

Claire Scott

Claire Scott

South Africa expert

Accommodation

11 rooms

Children

Best for 12+

Open

All year

Activities

Birdwatching

Birdwatching

Boat trip

Boat trip

Canoeing

Canoeing

Cultural excursion

Cultural excursion

Dune-boarding

Dune-boarding

Fishing

Fishing

Helicopter

Helicopter

Horse-riding

Horse-riding

Kayaking

Kayaking

Mountain biking

Mountain biking

Private activities

Private activities

Quad-biking

Quad-biking

Scuba-diving

Scuba-diving

Self-guided walking

Self-guided walking

Snorkelling

Snorkelling

Watersports

Watersports

Traveller reviews of Ocean Eleven

35 real, un-edited reviews from Expert Africa's travellers.


93%
35 reviews since August 2007
Excellent
25
Good
8
Average
1
Poor
1
Terrible
0
Mr P & familyfromDublin

Arrived 9 Jul 2019, 1 nights

"Ocean Eleven review"

"This place was beautiful with gorgeous ocean views. …" Read Mr P & family’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr W & Ms W + kidsfromNL

Arrived 14 Nov 2017, 2 nights

"Lovely stay at Ocean Eleven"

"great views over the bay. …" Read Mr W & Ms W + kids’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Good

Mr & Mrs BfromCeredigion

Arrived 13 Sep 2017, 2 nights

"Truly lovely!"

"A wonderful hotel set on the cliff path with incredible views of the ocean... …" Read Mr & Mrs B’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Family AfromScarborough

Arrived 4 Oct 2016, 3 nights

"Ocean Eleven review"

"What a lovely spot. You go to Hermanus to see whales and we did, from our room …" Read Family A’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr S & Ms HfromKent

Arrived 10 Oct 2015, 3 nights

"Great comfort in a great location"

"Overlooking the South Atlantic in very comfortable rooms with great service. …" Read Mr S & Ms H’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr N & Mis RfromScotland

Arrived 9 Nov 2014, 2 nights

"Great view from our balcony"

"Friendly, helpful staff and a great location, was only here for two nights …" Read Mr N & Mis R’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs TfromManchester

Arrived 7 Nov 2014, 2 nights

"Good stopover for whale watching"

"Location was excellent for whale watching, we watched them several times from …" Read Mr & Mrs T’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs FfromUK

Arrived 21 Oct 2014, 2 nights

"Excellent stay at Ocean Eleven"

"Marvellous location on cliff top. Restaurants in easy walking distance. Excellent …" Read Mr & Mrs F’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs MfromFarnham

Arrived 23 Feb 2014, 2 nights

"Brilliant views - lovely accomodation"

"We loved Ocean Eleven - it was well placed to walk into the town where there …" Read Mr & Mrs M’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs RfromYeovil

Arrived 18 Jan 2014, 2 nights

"Intend to return!"

"We arrived here very early in the morning and were greeted most warmly, and …" Read Mr & Mrs R’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

See all Ocean Eleven reviews

Trips visiting Ocean Eleven

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Cape Genet Self-drive Safari

20 days • 8 locations • 1 country
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO CAPE TOWN AIRPORT

Enjoy fine-dining in Cape Town, whale-watching in Hermanus, and a range of walking and water-based activities throughout De Hoop’s Nature Reserve, the Klein Karoo and Plettenberg. This relaxed self-driven safari concludes with stays in The Winelands and Namaqualand.

Visiting Cape Town, Hermanus and 5 other areas

US$3,730 - US$4,470 per person

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Ocean Eleven: Our full report (currently closed)

Ocean Eleven – occasionally written as ‘Ocean 11’ – is set on the cliffs overlooking Walker Bay, in a quiet ...

... residential area of the small coastal town of Hermanus. It’s a comfortable guesthouse in Cape Cod style with stunning views and a good chance to watch whales (from June to November) from the veranda, the cliff top or the comfort of your own room.
NOTE - Ocean Eleven is now closed.

The original colonial features of Ocean Eleven's main house – floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings and teak floors – were retained when it was converted into a guesthouse. Even where there are extensions, the owners have tried to keep these in keeping with original style. Large pieces of local artwork adorn the walls, too, from the main areas to the bedrooms.

The lounge at Ocean Eleven has a large fireplace, a few pieces of antique furniture, and bright floral sofas and chairs from which you can admire the sea views.

Leading from the lounge is the breakfast room, which has dark teak floors and tall windows on two sides looking out over the pool and the ocean beyond. With its white walls, white wicker chairs and white tablecloths, it is a beautifully light spot to have breakfast and admire the scenery.

Doors from the breakfast room lead onto a deck by the swimming pool, where comfy loungers afford sweeping views towards Hermanus and across Walker Bay.

Ocean Eleven has ten lovely, en-suite bedrooms and suites and a further two-bedroomed apartment. The rooms are light and airy and most are sea-facing, with large french windows that lead out onto either a balcony, the garden or the pool. The blend of contemporary and dark-wood furniture combines with a neutral colour scheme and crisp, white linens to give a modern colonial feel.

Each of the rooms has a sitting area which looks out over the ocean, and is provided with ceiling fans, wall heaters, minibar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, satellite TV, hairdryer, dressing gown and slippers.

  • Three standard rooms are situated on the ground floor. Two of these are in the main house with all the original features, and lead out onto their own small section of garden, which has two lounge chairs with foot stools and stunning views across the bay. The third room is in the newer extension beside the pool, and has french doors that open out onto the pool deck – so is not very private. These three rooms have a shower but no bath.
  • Five ‘deluxe’ rooms are a bit larger than the standard rooms, and have a bath and shower. All are slightly different. Three of them are beside the pool: two upstairs have a balcony, and a third downstairs has doors leading onto the pool deck, so is not very private. Of the other two deluxe rooms, one is upstairs with a private balcony overlooking the garden and ocean, and the other downstairs with a walk-in dressing room and its own small section of garden.
  • Two large suites in the loft of the old houseboth have air conditioning and a bath and separate shower. The honeymoon suite has a bath with a view over the bay and the second suite,also with sea views, can take a third person on the sleeper couch.
  • The apartment, situated beside the main house, is ideal for a family travelling together. It has two bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en-suite) and an open-plan living area with a dining table, a small equipped kitchen, and a lounge with french windows leading out onto a small private garden with sea views. The larger bedroom is en-suite with a king-size bed and built-in cupboards, and doors that open onto a paved courtyard to the side of the building. The smaller bedroom is not en-suite and has twin three-quarter beds. Neither of the bedrooms is sea-facing.
There is a lovely swimming pool at Ocean Eleven where loungers offer uninterrupted views across Walker Bay; you'll get the feeling of this from our satellite map of Ocean Eleven!

Although no activities are offered directly from Ocean Eleven, there is a wide selection of brochures and flyers in the reception office on things to do around Hermanus, and the helpful staff are more then happy to book any of these activities for you. (NB: It’s essential that you read the Quadbike warning in the ‘Health & Safety’ section below for our comments on insurance issues regarding this activity.)

Nestled between the Overberg Mountains and the Indian Ocean, Hermanus is a scenic spot to spend a couple of days, and is world renowned for its fantastic land-based whale-watching. From Ocean Eleven you can walk directly onto the cliff paths that run in front of the lodge and all the way along the cliffs to the centre of Hermanus. From here, between June and November, you can often see southern right whales frolicking in the sheltered bays directly in front of you.

You can also go on whale-watching boat trips to get a closer view of these gentle giants, do sea-kayaking, and even try shark-cage diving to get up close and personal with great white sharks!

There are some lovely beaches nearby, and Hermanus has its own wine route where visitors can taste locally grown wines. Some of these wine farms also have a restaurant, so make a good spot for lunch.

Geographics

Location
Hermanus, South Africa
Ideal length of stay
2 to 3 nights is recommended to explore Hermanus and its environs.
Accessible by
Self-drive

Food & drink

Usual board basis
Bed & Breakfast
Food quality
When we last visited in May 2014, a breakfast buffet set up beside the breakfast room offered fresh fruit platters, homemade bread and pastries, a selection of cereals, cold meats and cheeses, yoghurts and fresh fruit. A cooked breakfast , including a choice of sweet or savoury pancakes, was also available to order.

There is a wide choice of restaurants in Hermanus for lunch and evening meals and the Ocean Eleven staff are happy to make reservations on your behalf.

Dining style
Individual Tables
Dining locations
Indoor Dining
Further dining info, including room service
No
Drinks included
Fruit juice, tea and coffee are included with breakfast.
Tea and coffee are available in your room, as are complimentary sherry and brandy.

Special interests

Wildlife safaris
Hermanus is one of the best places in the world to watch whales, either from the shore or by boat. The southern right whale can usually be seen between June and November. Humpback whales, African penguins, dolphins, great white sharks and Cape fur seals can also be viewed here.
See ideas for Wildlife safaris in South Africa

Children

Attitude towards children
Children aged 12 years and over are welcome at Ocean Eleven.
Property’s age restrictions
Children aged 12 years and over are welcome at Ocean Eleven, but they can be more flexible in low season and accept younger children on request.
Special activities & services
There are no special activities and services for children.
Equipment
No equipment is provided for children.
Generally recommended for children
We feel that the age limit here suits this guest house. It is located on the clfftop and has an unfenced swimming pool.

Communications

Communications
Ocean Eleven has direct-dial phones in each room and there is also full cellphone reception here.
TV & radio
TV with limited satellite channels is available in the rooms.
Water supply
Mains

Health & safety

Malarial protection recommended
No
Medical care
There are doctors and a hospital in Hermanus.



Quadbike warning: quad-biking is sometimes available as an activity in this area. As with any potentially dangerous activity, it’s vital that you take responsibility for ensuring that you have adequate travel insurance prior to getting involved. Be aware that some insurances cover quad-bike activities only for bikes with lower engine ratings: check such clauses particularly carefully before you get on a bike.
Dangerous animals
Low Risk
Security measures
Ocean Eleven has a security guard on duty between 6.00pm and 6.00am, and there are security beams at the front of the property. There are electronic safes in the rooms.
Fire safety
Fire extinguishers are dotted around the property.

Activities

  • Birdwatching

    Birdwatching

  • Boat trip

    Boat trip

  • Canoeing

    Canoeing

  • Cultural excursion

    Cultural excursion

  • Dune-boarding

    Dune-boarding

  • Fishing

    Fishing

  • Helicopter

    Helicopter

  • Horse-riding

    Horse-riding

  • Kayaking

    Kayaking

  • Mountain biking

    Mountain biking

  • Private activities

    Private activities

  • Quad-biking

    Quad-biking

  • Scuba-diving

    Scuba-diving

  • Self-guided walking

    Self-guided walking

  • Snorkelling

    Snorkelling

  • Watersports

    Watersports

Extras

Disabled access
On Request
Laundry facilities
Laundry is available at an extra charge, from R5 per item (about 30 pence) for a shirt, blouse or underwear to R21 per item (just over £1) for skirts, jumpers and trousers.
Money
Ocean Eleven does not change money but there are lots of banks and ATMs in the area.
Accepted payment on location
Ocean Eleven accepts Visa, MasterCard, Amex and Diners Club cards as well as cash in South African rands.

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Excursions from Ocean Eleven

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Whale watching boat trip

Whale watching boat trip

Approximately five hours

Setting out by boat, you’ll head into the marine protected waters of Walker Bay for an exhilarating morning of whale-watching. Here you hopefully get up close and personal to the mighty southern right whale, as well as perhaps, humpbacks and the shy Brydes whale.

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When to go to Hermanus

Our month by month guide: What it's like to visit Ocean Eleven in Hermanus


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South Africa in January

January is considered one of the best months to travel. In Cape Town the weather is hot and generally dry. The Garden Route is also excellent at this time of the year but has a more temperate climate, with slightly lower temperatures and rain can fall at any time of the year. In the Kgalagadi temperatures often top 40°C and short, sharp thunderstorms are also fairly frequent. Wildlife tends to disperse, although birding is excellent.

As this is the high season in the Cape there are numerous events, festivals and outdoor activities to attract visitors. Accommodation books up quickly and it may be necessary to book at least a year in advance. Reservations will often be needed for restaurants and visitor attractions too.

  • Hot, largely dry days with clear skies – except on Garden Route
  • Wildlife disperses in the Kalahari but birding excellent
  • Events, festivals and outdoor activities staged for the high season
  • The high season in the Cape, accommodation can cost up to 50% more
  • Pre-booking of activities & attractions is essential

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in January

South Africa in February

In February conditions are largely the same as in January, although temperatures can be slightly higher, especially in the interior. The wind in Cape Town starts to ease off. Although the Garden Route can experience some rain, the days are pleasantly warm and largely dry.

The Kgalagadi remains very hot, but the birding is still excellent. Wildlife viewing can be tricky especially if there has been some rain, as the resulting long grass can obscure the animals.

For visitors it’s still the high season, but with the local school holidays over and residents back at work, it is less busy than December and January. Accommodation costs remain high and it’s still advisable to pre-book certain activities and restaurants.

  • Hot, largely dry days with little cloud
  • Wind starts easing in Cape Town
  • Slightly less busy than December & January
  • Accommodation costs remain high, activities still best pre-booked

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in February

South Africa in March

March is still a very good time to visit. Conditions remain dry and very warm in Cape Town, although temperatures start dropping off towards the end of the month. The wind has usually died right down.

The Kalahari remains very hot and in years of good rains vegetation is at its most lush – making wildlife viewing tricky.

Typically, the crowds dwindle, but it can get very busy if Easter falls in March. It is also worth bearing in mind that during major events in March, including the Cape Town Cycle Tour, Cape Epic Mountain Bike Tour, The Cape Town Carnival and the International Jazz Festival, accommodation can get very full.

Attractions remain busy but booking is less essential.

  • Temperatures start falling towards the end of the month
  • Cape Town hosts a number of world class sport and cultural events
  • Wildlife in the Kgalagadi disperses, game viewing more challenging
  • Crowds diminish as the high season comes to an end
  • Accommodation can get busy during major events

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in March

South Africa in April

April is South Africa’s “shoulder” season and is often the most pleasant. Not too hot, not too cold, some rain but not masses. In Cape Town and along the Garden Route days are usually sunny, warm, windless and largely dry, although in Cape Town the chance of rain increases from the end of the month.

In the Kgalagadi the rainy season is typically over and migratory birds are starting to make their journey back up North. Vegetation remains lush but wildlife viewing starts picking up towards the end of the month.

The region is still relatively busy (especially of its still Easter) but it gets quieter towards the end of the month thus availability improves. Accommodation rates start to decrease, and it becomes less important to book restaurants and attractions in advance.

  • Temperatures still warm and very pleasant, with little wind.
  • Rain starts easing in the Kalahari and migratory birds start to depart
  • Less busy, especially towards the end of the month - busy over Easter
  • Accommodation frees up and prices start to come down

Our view

A very good time to visit

Weather in April

South Africa in May

May marks the start of the dry season in the Kgalagadi. Days are warm and dry with almost zero rainfall. Night-time/early-morning temperatures can drop towards 0°C. Wildlife viewing is at its peak as animals concentrate around the few remaining water sources.

Days can still be warm and sunny in Cape Town and on the Garden Route, but the weather becomes a lot more variable. May heralds the start of the rainy season in Cape Town and the winelands. Night-time temperatures rarely drop below 10 degrees in the coastal areas.

With far fewer tourists, accommodation prices are at their lowest. There is rarely any need to pre-book activities, but reservations are still advisable at some of the top restaurants.

  • Higher chance of rain in Cape Town & the Winelands
  • Day time temperatures drop significantly
  • Wildlife viewing peaks in the Kgalagadi
  • Low season so rarely busy & very few crowds
  • Low season rates at the hotels & lodges

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in May

South Africa in June

Winter is now in full swing. Maximum temperatures in Cape Town rarely reach 20°C and the rainy season is well under way. Outdoor activities therefore become limited, but a number of high-quality indoor events are organised.

The Garden Route has, in general milder weather and less rain than Cape Town.

June sees the arrival of the first whales which migrate to the South African coastline to give birth.

In the Kgalagadi, daytime temperatures are warm but nights and early mornings are bitterly cold. Wildlife viewing is excellent as animals are drawn to the few remaining permanent water points.

Overall tourist numbers are at their lowest, as are the costs of flights and accommodation.

  • Cold & wet weather in Cape Town, Kgalagadi warm days but cold at night
  • One of the best months for wildlife viewing in the Kgalagadi
  • Whales start arriving to have their calves
  • Low visitor numbers & no crowds
  • Accommodation & flight prices remain low

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in June

South Africa in July

The winter weather continues with very cold nights and early mornings in the Kgalagadi and virtually no rainfall. Vegetation here is really thinning out now and water even more scarce – so wildlife is easy to spot.

Despite the winter and local school holidays, Cape Town remains a great place to visit. On a wet and cold day, the Two Oceans Aquarium, Zeitz Mocca (art museum) and the Cape Town Comedy Club all make for great days out, as does a trip to the wine country or the annual Oyster Festival at Knysna.

By mid-July most of the whales have arrived to give birth. Hermanus is the best place to see them.

At the height of the low season, so accommodation and flight prices remain low.

  • Generally cold & wet in the Cape, but good quality indoor events
  • Very good wildlife viewing in the Kgalagadi
  • Oyster festival in Knysna
  • Local school holidays can make places a little busier than usual
  • Accommodation and flight prices remain low

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in July

South Africa in August

While August experiences mostly wintry weather it does mark the very beginning of spring with temperatures starting to rise. Visitors are drawn to the West Coast and Namaqualand to see the wildflowers, which start blooming in late August and can be seen until mid-September. Whales are still in abundance now too.

The Kgalagadi is now very dry and wildlife vieiwng is still good. Temperatures start climbing towards the end of the month.

Despite the weather , visitor numbers can be high as the northern hemisphere schools close for their summer holidays. It may be a good idea to book certain attractions and restaurants in advance.

Simlarly, although accommodation prices are still low, flight prices can be a little higher than in previous months.

  • Temperatures start rising – but still potential for cold & wet weather
  • Wildflowers on the West Coast & in Namaqualand
  • Good wildlife viewing in the Kgalagadi
  • Whales continue to attract visitors
  • Can get busy due to northern hemisphere school summer holidays

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in August

South Africa in September

Good wildlife viewing in the Kgalagadi continues and daytime temperatures increase quite dramatically. Mornings and evenings are still on the chilly side, but not as cold as they are in June, July and August.

The 1st of September is officially the start of spring in Cape Town. Days become warmer but not quite warm enough to enjoy the city’s beautiful beaches. Venues all over Cape Town play host to various artists during the Cape Town Fringe Festival.
Rainy days are fewer, but night times can still get chilly. Many hotels are still charging low season rates making September great value for money.

Elsewhere, Hermanus hosts the popular annual Whale Festival, and in the West of the Cape, wildflowers continue to bloom until the middle of the month.

  • The start of spring; temperatures start rising
  • Whale festival in Hermanus
  • Cape Town Fringe Ferstival attracts a wide range of artists
  • Wildflowers blooming well until the middle of the month
  • Good wildlife viewing continues in the Kgalagadi

Our view

A very good time to visit

Weather in September

South Africa in October

The weather starts warming up nicely, Cape Town experiences pleasant days, with much less rain, nights can still be quite cool, but not cold. Some days are now warm enough to enjoy the beach. This is one of the best months to visit the Cape Region.

October is one of the hottest months in the Kalahari. Water remains very scarce, so the wildlife viewing is still very good. Towards the end of the month the odd spectacular thunderstorm is possible with much lightning and thunder. Migratory birds start to arrive, and resident species gear up for the breeding season.

The whales are still present with Hermanus and False Bay the best places to see them.

  • Days start warming up; fewer rainy days in Cape Town
  • Very hot in the Kalahari – thunderstorms season starts
  • Migratory birds start arriving & resident birds start breeding
  • Whale watching still excellent in Hermanus and False Bay areas
  • Start of the high season, getting busy and accommodation prices rise

Our view

A very good time to visit

Weather in October

South Africa in November

By November Cape Town is experiencing summer conditions with hot, clear days and warm, pleasant evenings. It’s a great month to enjoy the beaches before the peak holiday season in December. There are no real downsides to visiting in November and you may even get a few accommodation specials before prices go up for the festive season. Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens begins their summer outdoor concerts with local and international artists performing.

The Kgalagadi remains hot but thunderstorms are a bit more regular. With the rains, water sources become more plentiful and wildlife disperses but this is when herbivores such as Springbok start lambing. Photography improves as conditions become less hazy.

This is the last month for regular whale sightings – they tend to migrate back down south by early December.

  • Summer now in full swing, with temperatures often reaching 30°C
  • Rainy days scarce; evenings warm & very pleasant
  • Antelope start lambing in the Kgalagadi; wildlife generally dispersed
  • Last month for regular whale sightings
  • Good time to visit Cape Town before the peak holiday season

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in November

South Africa in December

December is usually Cape Town’s hottest month when temperatures frequently breach 30°C. You can expect hot and cloudless days, and almost no rain but December does see the occasional very windy day.

The Kalahari is still hot, but temperatures are not quite as high as previous months. With the rainfall the bush transforms into various shades of green. Wildlife disperses as water become more widely available.

The Garden Route enjoys warm to hot days with rain at any time but usually not over an extended period.

Mid to late December becomes incredibly busy with concerts, festivals and various outdoor activities in Cape Town. Hotel prices rise, tourist attractions and beaches are crowded and most popular sites and restaurants need to be booked in advance.

  • Long, hot sunny days
  • Kgalagadi bursts into life as rainy season kicks in
  • Wildlife viewing a bit trickier as wildlife disperses
  • Cape Town buzzing with concerts, events, festivals etc
  • Peak season: attractions get very busy & accommodation costs rise

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in December

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