Hotels in Hermanus (Western Cape, South Africa)

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1239 hotels in Hermanus

  1. Harbour House Hotel

    5 Stars

    Oceanfront infinity pool, Rooms with wood-fired hot tubs

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    Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

    4 Stars

    Heated outdoor swimming pool, Heritage Restaurant dining

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  3. One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel

    5 Stars

    Superior sea view rooms, Heated outdoor swimming pools

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    The Marine Hermanus

    5 Stars

    Heated courtyard swimming pool, The Pavilion restaurant

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  5. Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

    4 Stars

    Mountain and partial sea views, Private balcony braai facilities

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  6. 6 Stemmet Lodge

    4 Stars

    Inviting outdoor swimming pool, Family-friendly annex house

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    Esplanade Hermanus

    Prime whale watching location, Penthouse with panoramic views

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  8. Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

    4 Stars

    Exclusive Villa accommodations, Thatch-roofed lodge and modern villa

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  9. Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

    4 Stars

    Vibrant room decor, Central Hermanus location

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  10. Nautilus Guest House

    4 Stars

    Seasonal outdoor swimming pool, Hot tub for ultimate relaxation

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  12. Sixteen Guesthouse on Main

    4 Stars

    Heated outdoor swimming pool, Unique garden bathrooms

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  13. 7 on Marine

    5 Stars

    Whale watching from your room, Relaxing hot tub and sauna

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  14. 138 Marine Beachfront Guesthouse

    4 Stars

    Coastal path for scenic walks, Award-winning guesthouse experience

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  15. Baleia Guest Lodge

    4 Stars

    Hypoallergenic outdoor swimming pool, Family friendly accommodations

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  16. Fisherhaven Traveller's Lodge

    4 Stars

    Indoor swimming pool, Bot River Estuary access

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  17. Beautiful Abalone

    4 Stars

    Cozy loft-style accommodations, On-site fitness classes

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  18. Schulphoek House

    5 Stars

    Bay-front whale watching opportunities, Saltwater outdoor swimming pool

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  19. Auberge Burgundy

    4 Stars

    Courtyard swimming pool, In-house spa treatments

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  20. Hermanus Heights Villa

    4 Stars

    Mountain-nestled self-catering units, In-villa Serenity Massage and Beauty

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  21. Pelagus Guest House

    4 Stars

    Intimate ocean-view guest house, Outdoor swimming pool and hot tub

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  22. 74 On Marine

    4 Stars

    Contemporary coastal design, Whale watching from private balconies

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  23. Mulligans Guest Lodge

    4 Stars

    Golf course and mountain views, Outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace

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  24. The Gregoire Boutique & Spa

    2 Stars

    Multiple outdoor swimming pools, Mid-century modern design aesthetic

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  25. Abalone Guest Lodge

    4 Stars

    Tranquil outdoor pool with honesty bar, Art-filled interiors

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  26. The Whale's Tale Guesthouse

    4 Stars

    Direct cliff path access, Outdoor swimming pool with ocean views

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  27. Mosselberg on Grotto Beach

    5 Stars

    Southern Right whale watching from your room, Heated swimming pool and deck

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  28. Zoete Inval

    4 Stars

    Lush garden oasis, Mountain view jacuzzi

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    11 Westcliff Rentals

    Outdoor swimming pool, Direct access to Cliff Path

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  30. Perla

    5 Stars

    Communal heated swimming pool, Prime Eastcliff district location

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  31. Eastbury Cottage

    3 Stars

    Proximity to Hermanus cliff paths, Pet-friendly Garden Cottage

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  32. Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation

    1 Stars

    Outdoor swimming pool, Shark cage diving discounts

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  33. High Season Farm

    4 Stars

    Secluded self-catering cottages, Outdoor swimming pool with mountain views

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  34. Rose Cottage

    Proximity to Old Harbour, Adults-only accommodation

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  35. Kenjockity

    4 Stars

    Plunge pool for relaxation, Cape Dutch-style architecture

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  36. Birkenhead House

    5 Stars

    Cliffside whale watching location, Bay-view infinity pool

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Whale watching and more in Hermanus

The picturesque town of Hermanus is a small seaside settlement on South Africa’s Western Cape coastline, just a few hour’s drive southwest of Cape Town. Known for its whale spotting opportunities, the town is a well-visited holiday destination that provides a base to explore the stunning coastline in both directions. Hermanus’ outdoor focus ensures that nature lovers, sports enthusiasts and active holidaymakers can enjoy an array of activities on and offshore, whilst its laid back, village atmosphere offers a relaxing environment away from big city life.

Just a few hours away from Cape Town

Hermanus benefits greatly from its location to Cape Town, just a two-hour’s drive away. Many city dwellers head to the smaller town for a weekend getaway, plus Cape Town International Airport provides links to the rest of South Africa and beyond. Being a coastal town, Hermanus has been built up along the rocky shoreline and stretches east to west with the majority of commercial activity focused around the harbour area. The main coastal road of R43 cuts right through the centre of Hermanus before winding on along the coastline and it is on this Main Road that many of the hotels in Hermanus are located. Indeed, the compact centre is home to an array of hotel options but there are also several hotels and guesthouses located in both directions along the coastline. Thanks to its small size, much of the town centre is easily discoverable on foot from most Hermanus hotels, enabling convenient access to an assortment of shops, restaurants and bars.

Whale spotting from the coastline

The clear focus of the town is the whale spotting opportunities and it is impossible to not notice this focal point. There are visual images of whales used in the marketing of many local businesses, plus an obvious theme with the tourist information and souvenirs available. Walking around Hermanus town there are dozens of tour operators offering boat trips to get up close to the whales, however Hermanus is also known for having some of the best land based whale watching opportunities anywhere in the world. Therefore, guests of coastal properties with sea views can often witness these majestic creatures directly from their accommodation. Whale watching season runs from June to December and during the peak of the season up to 200 whales have been spotted in a single day, of multiple different species. The Hermanus Whale Festival in October is a particularly busy period in the town, as the entirety of Hermanus is alive with events and things to do, on and off shore.

A small town with an outdoor focus

Aside from whale watching there are also a multitude of outdoor activities to be enjoyed in the Hermanus area. There are boat tours offering fishing and diving trips year-round, plus kayaking trips provide an even closer experience on the water. Hiking is another popular activity with dozens of trails networking the surrounding nature, along the coast and inland. More adventurous tourists can partake in the likes of quad biking, paragliding and sandboarding, plus there is also a surf school in the area. Due to its small size, it is easily possible to begin hikes directly from the centre of Hermanus, enabling guests to enjoy the tranquillity of the rugged nature in close proximity of their hotel. Within the town centre there are also a few attractions for visitors to enjoy, including the Whale Museum and the Old Harbour Museum, both providing further insight into the history of the local area. In addition, there are a variety of buildings and old architecture which give Hermanus a certain charm, for instance The Church of St Peter.

Enjoying wineries and nearby nature reserves

The surrounding region of Overberg is a diverse mix of scenery and landscape which is also known for its wine growing. Indeed, there are several large wineries within a short drive of Hermanus and thus many visitors to the area are keen to sample the local tastes. Many wineries offer tours and tasting sessions, plus there are also tour companies offering day trips which take in several award-winning wineries and include transport to and from Hermanus. The surrounding hillsides also contain multiple nature reserves such as Babilonstoring, Fernkloof and Maanschynkop, all within a thirty-minute drive. These and others offer further hiking and trekking opportunities and make for popular day trips from Hermanus. Likewise, heading along the coast, there are many other small villages and towns, for instance L’Agulhas; famous for being the most southern point of African continent and the dividing line between the Atlantic and the Indian Oceans.

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