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Mermaid Guest House

★★★★·9.4/ 10Excellent
·Guest houses
Offsite parking discounted rates availableAir conditioningSwimming poolFamily roomsSafety deposit boxFax/photocopyingAll 50 facilities +
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With a stay at Mermaid Guest House in Struisbaai, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of Cape Agulhas and Struisbaai Beach. This bed & breakfast is 3. 7 mi (5. 9 km) from Cape Agulhas Lighthouse and 5. 3 mi (8. 6 km) from De Mond Nature Reserve. Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and barbecue grills. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite. Satisfy your appetite at the bed & breakfast's coffee shop/café, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary English breakfast is included. Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 160 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-18

Guests praise hosts Nick and Helen for warmth and local knowledge, unique decor, and homemade breakfast. Minor issues include steep walks to Loggos and occasional maintenance faults.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.4
Location9.0
Value8.7
Cleanliness8.7
Rooms8.6
Wi-Fi8.5
Facilities8.4
Surroundings8.4
PraisedExcellent breakfast · Friendly staff · Prime beachside location · Clean and comfortable rooms
ComplaintsSteep stairs · Narrow bathrooms or no tubs · No lunch or dinner service · Outdated lounge or missing accessories

KEYIdeal for travelers seeking tranquility and personalized service. Note the hillside location requires walking or transport.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow far is the guest house from Loggos village, and do I need transport?
The location scores 9.0, but reaching Loggos village requires a steep walk or taxi. Plan your transport in advance.
diningIs breakfast included, and are lunch or dinner available?
Guests highly praise the delicious homemade breakfast. Lunch and dinner are not offered, so dining out is recommended.
coupleIs this guest house suitable for couples?
Highly suitable for couples. Out of 160 reviews, 77 are from couples, featuring unique decor, beautiful gardens, and a 99% recommendation rate.
familyAre children allowed, and what family facilities are available?
Children are welcome with family rooms and a shallow-end outdoor pool. Families enjoy the private setting, though the pool is small.
roomWhat amenities are in the rooms, and how is the stay?
Rooms include air conditioning, TV, minibar, and free WiFi (8.5). Cleanliness scores 8.7, but some bathrooms are compact with steep stairs.
serviceHow is the service level, and can staff provide local travel advice?
Service scores an impressive 9.4. Hosts Nick and Helen are warmly attentive and provide professional local island activity advice.
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