Hermanus hotels

Pros: everything, best omelette ever, friendly chatty staff, beautiful view of the sea from our room

Cons: the area wasn't what we expected, thought we were closer to town. After the initial surprise we enjoyed being in the quiet and beautiful location. Hermanus town only a short drive away

Pros: Nice and quite guesthouse at a really nice location (just a few minutes away from the city center of hermanus). In the salon you can watch the ocean. Breakfast was good.

Cons: A bit more expensive then the other guesthouses we stayed in (price-quality could be better and the room is not that big). But we think the prices in Hermanus are higher then in other city's in SA. Honesty or mini-bar could be a plus.

Pros: Everything. Breakfast, parking, location (see whales on the balcony), excellent en cozy room, lovely owner, booking a restaurant for us, arranging a cab, ehm, yes I think everything.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Beautiful property overlooking the ocean

Pros: The staff was nice. Property is located right on the beach.

Cons: The room needs some renovation, the bed was the worst i’ve ever slept in.

Pros: Excellent breakfast, wonderful location on the sea front.

Cons: Just Brilliant. The Belgian zebra cyclingteam

Pros: Breathtaking views to the sea. Staff and owners life hospitality as passion. Perfection at all levels. Breakfast is a feast. Desirée has a great feeling for guests and organises prior arrival bookings at restaurants. You may trust her recommendations. If no whales are around, wineries around the corner will spoil you with excellent wines and fantastic dining opportunities. Try Creation, Newton Johnes and for a difference don’t miss Domaine des dieux and Russel Hamillton.

Pros: Execellent

Cons: The view from the muscle room

Pros: Desre was just amazing. She read the wishes from our lips. Perfect stay

Pros: Exceptional personal service; home from home

Pros: Great breakfast, very complete. Good tips from the host.

Pros: The lounge upstairs offered great views of the sea and is the perfect spot to sit down and chat. There is a kettle with tea and coffee plus biscuits in the lounge, as well as a fridge.

Cons: I thought the breakfast on the first day of our visit was nothing special. There were little things I found strange like no water or glasses in the bedrooms, and no milk for coffee in the room either. We were not offered the tourist map other guests were given so be sure to ask for it.

Pros: The owner booked dinner in local hotels for us in advance. The location is lovely.

Pros: Comfort of the room, seaview, helpfullness of Jena & Louis

Cons: Just the fact that you are approx 3Km from Hermanus, so you have to drive in - but not really a problem.

Pros: Where does one start, have never experienced such fantastic hospitality like it, the extra touches were amazing, the breakfast was original and an eating experience, Nothing was too much trouble and the location beautiful. Will definitely try to go back in the not too distant future.

Pros: Helpful friendly staff, excellent knowledge regarding whereabouts of whales in the bay, room was imaculate and beautifully decorated, large bath room.

Cons: No it was excellent and would recommend

Pros: Nothing was too much trouble, excellent hosts who made every effort to satisfy our individual needs. Staff were very friendly, helpful and Katie provided the best breakfast we've had so far on our travels

Pros: Very friendly staff, very beautiful place and views.

Pros: we were made to feel extremely welcome

Cons: a little way outside Hermanus - which was not entirely clear from the directions or your website... it wasn't a problem, more just an issue trying to find the place

Pros: Friendly, comfort, relaxing, beautiful rooms and view

Cons: n.a

Pros: the breakfast

Cons: no

Pros: It very homely

Cons: None

Pros: The house is breath-taking. Its completely stunning. The standards are incredibly high.

Cons: We were made to feel guilty about being given a complimentary upgrade, in an empty house. We specified that we were on our honeymoon, and they knowingly gave us twin beds. The next morning she mentioned that she did have the ability to put a cover over both beds to make it a double bed, however, she didn't as the room had already been made up for the guests staying the next night.

Pros: They were very very friendly. Lovely house. Very good breakfast. I love it very much. Hoping to come back very soon.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: The kindness of the host. The place was quiet and the breakfast stunning. Nice and cosy and we will sure come back

Cons: The Ac ws not working

Pros: Everything was Fabulous at property very Luxurious great breakfast and lovely large Room.

Cons: It was about 2km from town centre which was a pity but made up for it with quality accommodation in safe neighbourhood.

Pros: First class accommodation and extremely welcoming hosts. Couldn’t do enough for us. Superb breakfast. Overall a brilliant experience and would have no hesitation in returning.

Cons: Absolutely nothing!!

Pros: We stayed for one night. Great location with a short walk to both the town and the harbour along the cliff path. Beautiful boutique hotel & wonderful staff. Great breakfast - would definitely go back!

Pros: Very personal touch. You feel welcome. Super friendly staff. A short walk (10 min) to the center of Hermanus.

Cons: Nothing to complain about.

Pros: Great location, Fantastic staff, clean and modern with incredible sea views from the room.

Cons: A little more variety in the breakfast would be a bonus, but otherwise it was good.

Pros: Really lovely place. Great value!

Pros: The view from the room was wonderful and the room itself was absolutely stunning and comfortable. The staff is very friendly and the welcoming was warm. The location of the hotel is easily accessible with beautiful views , will definitely be going back again :)

Pros: Great assistance from Nicole and the team. Room was beautiful with lovely touches along with an iPad! Breakfast was great. Overall superb.

Cons: Not the best signage but otherwise faultless.

Pros: The host/manager Nicole and the rest of the staff were very helpful, took initiative during the loadshedding. It was also helpful that the property had a generator. The breakfast was great, especially the corn pancakes.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: I loved the location

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Friendly people, lovely place to stay and great breakfast!!

Pros: Excellent hosts, breakfast and room. Great view of the golf course.

Pros: Nice and very helpful hosts. Beautiful view from all Rooms. You are very comfortable here.

Pros: Very welcoming hosts and a comfortable stay. Spot on.

Pros: The owners and the Golf course

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Location (close to the front) Charming room with a wonderful view on the golf Breakfast on the terrasse Hospitality of Yvonne ans Paul

Pros: Everything, Perfect location.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: Staff went above and beyond as it was our honeymoon to make our stay perfect

Pros: Everything! Beautiful setting, amazingly friendly and attentive staff, food was sublime - perfect in every way.

Cons: Nothing!

Pros: This hotel was truly wonderful. The service and comfort was second to none.

Pros: It felt like home away from home at its best!

Pros: Individuality in approach to clients

Pros: The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Their service is personal and very professional. Highly recommended.

Pros: Birkenhead house exceeded my expectations in every way! We travel a lot and stay in a lot of hotels, but rarely do they meet or exceed your expectations. Birkenhead house is one of those hotels that is, in our opinion, just perfect in every way. We went there to start our honeymoon in South Africa and were not disappointed. This is our kind of hotel, 5 star service without the pretentiousness. Here you genuinely feel like you are at home. We loved that guest numbers are limited so the hotel is not really busy and you can actually socialise with other guests. Staff were incredible and friendly, where everybody knew your name, likes, dislikes and could not have done more to make us feel comfortable. Whale watching by the pool with a glass of champagne was just incredible and the wine tasting trip was just perfect, our guide was so much fun, relaxed, full of information and could not have done more for us, plus he showed me where to buy the best biltong in town! ;) We cannot wait to return to Birkenhead House!

Cons: That I didn't stay longer!

Pros: Unbelievable staff and service and location and food

Cons: Perfection. Literally.

Pros: We had an absolute lovely stay at Auberge Provence. The staff was super friendly and helpful. A table reservation had been made for us for dinner at a cute little restaurant in town. Very thoughtful. We loved to walk near the cliffs and watch the ocean. The look from our room was stunning. Highly recommend it!

Cons: Nothing, everything was perfect.

Pros: Absolutely gorgeous place and amazing service . We booked the morning we arrived and immediately received an email welcoming us and saying they had made a dinner reservation for us at a local restaurant. The location is brilliant ; the property beautiful and the room had every attention to detail . Do not stay anywhere else in Hermanus .

Cons: Nothing

Pros: - Warm welcome with champagne - Shown to our room as soon as we arrived which was much earlier than check-in time - a gift for our anniversary- the reason for our trip - afternoon tea! Yummy - night-cap each evening in the room - turn down service - robes - dinner and cabs arranged for us locally - adorable hosts where nothing was too much trouble I could go on...

Cons: Mirror in the bathroom a bit too high for anyone under 6ft!

Pros: Lovely people caring and kind

Pros: location and facility were great.Liz and Annie and staff are super friendly and helpful,and made our stay very special.

Cons: Rooms with sea-view were not very soundproof-you can hear the neighbor at all times.

Pros: The Location High tea The staff Amazing time

Cons: Our room only had a hand held shower over the bath. This wasn’t the case for all rooms though The bathroom was so large could easily accommodate a separate shower However this shouldn’t detract from the beautifully stunning room & location

Pros: Lovely room, delicious breakfast and very helpful and welcoming staff

Pros: Staff are very hospitable and charming and catered for everything we needed. The room we were in had a fabulous sea view and was spacious. They have very nice little touches like high tea with champagne and a glass of port in the evening. They will book you any trip or restaurants you need. Breakfast is very good quality and choice. Location is good right next to the cliff top walk only 15 mins walk to town centre. It is also nice and quiet. I would recommend it.

Pros: Absolutely stunning. Liz and Anni make you feel like family.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Beatiful house, comfy bed, good breakfast, very lovely owners

Pros: Superb hostess, spotless property excellent breakfast , just loved everything about this place, all our accommodation in SA had been good but this tops them all thank you

Cons: Wi-fi a bit hit and miss in room 2, not a major problem when you are on holiday

Pros: All for guests is made with real love - it was the best accomodation I visited in last years!

Pros: The spacious room

Cons: Nothing not to like

Pros: Really nice hosts with helpful tipps.

Pros: The hosts Cecilia and Koos could not do enough for you. The property was spotlessly clean and very comfortable with an excellent breakfast served.

Cons: Everything was excellent.

Pros: Great size room. Fantastic bed and bedding made for a super comfortable night sleep.

Cons: This is not a negative more of a preference - the guest house was proper which means it is not the kind of place you would go to to relax or spend time at outside of your room at the house and not for kids. Would rather just consider this guest house if you want a place to go and sleep at night that’s beautifully maintained and has a great comfortable bed.

Pros: Attention to details, warm welcome, spacious room and bathroom.

Cons: You can't smoke anywhere on the premises, so need to go outside in the street every time.

Pros: The hosts are exceptionally caring and helpful. The cleanliness is beyond expectation. The beds are super comfy. The breakfasts are very well prepared and matzos was available as it was Passover. This was our second visit and we will be back - there can be no better recommendation.

Cons: Toilet spray could have been included in the bathroom.

Pros: The breakfast was perfect and so was the rest

Cons: I can,t think of something

Pros: Staff so helpful. Breakfast lovely. Rooms very clean and comfortable

Pros: Breakfast was very good and catered for vegetarians. The rooms were super comfortable and luxurious. All within walking distance of the beach and the main town

Cons: The room divider around the jacuzzi.

Pros: Beautiful hotel in the most idyllic location. Staff so friendly & helpful, delicious breakfast

Cons: Open shower in bedroom. Hotel restroom outside

Pros: Central & very well kept facility

Pros: Breakfast was first class

Cons: Nothing could have been better. Everything was as we expected.

Pros: The breakfast was beautifully presented & the staff friendly & charming. The free glass of local wine on arrival was a lovely touch !

Pros: Location was great, lovely views out to sea and a short walk from restaurants (Amazing steak at the bistro pure). The coastal walk was outside the hotel door. We had the lower floor pool room which was cheaper but none of the luxury lost except the view...plenty of places a short walk to sit and enjoy the view. The staff were amazing, super friendly and nothing too much trouble. The little touches made this a special stay, would definitely stay again.

Cons: The shower is in the bedroom which isn’t a problem but some might want to know ahead. Toilet is separate.

Pros: We had a very warm welcome with a glass of vine. We received many good advices where to eat dinner and where to go for whales and other things around. The room was very nice, clean and comfortable. We felt very safe and the breakfast was also amazing. We can really recommend that very good organized Hotel.

Cons: Nothing to complain

Pros: Host was very friendly and went out of her way to make me comfortable. They serve the most delicious breakfast, in particular their fruit salad. What I liked is that I was fully orientated to the guesthouse and invited to sit in the lounge because my room was very small. I cannot complain about it, because I paid a very low price for it. I received a complimentary upgrade on my last night. The hostess was anazing

Cons: The decor in the small room

Pros: Great location, really smart designer boutique hotel

Pros: Yes ! All good but the huge bath in the bathroom is useless! Takes up too much room and with the water situation bathing is not on! Much better to have two sinks. Just a suggestion

Pros: Beautiful sea view room. Very clean. Very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast.

Cons: Air conditioning would be good in garden facing rooms ground floor.

Pros: Breakfast ok

Cons: Getting back to the Abalone after 10pm with no staff and no bar facilities having to let yourself into the hotel.

Pros: Great staff

Pros: The guest lodge was located next to the cliff where you had a good view over the bay during breakfast. The stuff was very friendly to help you anytime. The breakfast was very tasty and the furniture classy. We had a nice stay and and can recommemd this accomodation.

Cons: The accomodation was spotted in an enclosure.

Pros: Beautiful view and interior!

Pros: Without sounding over dramatic, this is probably one of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at! The view from the room was spectacular, the staff were unbelievably friendly and the food was great. The whole experience was luxury

Pros: everything was perfect

Cons: nothing

Pros: the view was amazing, breakfast supperb. everyone at the hotel was really nice.

Cons: its located 10min driving from the city center, nothing to do around there.

Pros: Lovely staff, lovely property

Cons: A little out of town which was ok as we had a car

Pros: Location, breakfast, super nice bed- and bathroom!

Cons: Nothing!

Pros: everything was amazing, the manager was very helpful

Cons: nothing

Pros: Staff was very friendly and welcoming

Pros: Hotel was pretty good

Cons: It was further out of town than expected

Pros: the accommodation and location is beautiful. The room has a gorgeous design but is also very practical I never had such an accommodation for luggage Only the dinner was not of the same level

Pros: The whole ambiance. The fact we could walk to the beach and shops.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: Quiet location , large and fully equipped apartment . Both Louise and her father very friendly, helpful and enthusiastic about their country.

Cons: Didn't have enough time there

Pros: Location and welcome were great. Good guidance from the host and warm welcome. All facilities available, but.. bring your own power plug ;-).

Cons: Bit outdated, need for fresh air.

Pros: We were looking for a convenient sleepover spot close to Hermanus High school for a hockey tournament early the next morning and the accommodation was perfect. We received a very friendly welcome. Although we only booked for one night, this would be very convenient for a longer stay, too.

Pros: The room I was in was hidden away down one side of the guesthouse so it was very private. Plus, the guesthouse is only a few minutes walk from the town centre and the sea front, absolutely perfect.

Pros: Good breakfast. The hosts were kind. Room was nice with a good bed and terrace. Big bathroom. You can park your car inside the gate.

Cons: No ventilation in bathroom. Bit far from center of town.

Pros: We thought the property was superb, only regret was that we should have booked a longer stay, booked 2 nights but should have reserved 4 nights, definitely will return for a longer experience, staff were brilliant, room excellent, breakfast scrummy, location for us was perfect with easy access to coastal path.

Cons: We only had 2 nights, my mistake.

Pros: Our room was big, comfortable and felt very new. The staff are also extremely friendly and eager to help. The whole place has great facilities with the pool, gym and comfortable lounge areas.

Cons: We had some issues with the WiFi in our room although it was working quite well right outside our door.

Pros: Breakfast was great, nice big bathroom and comfortable bed.

Cons: Bit overpriced.

Pros: Beautiful guesthouse, modernly designed and very clean. Comfortable free parking with easy access, great pool for sunny days and comfortable room. Location is great for exploring Hermanus and the surrounding area. The staff/owners were all so nice, helped us with anything we needed and really made us feel welcome. Breakfast was incredible as well. Highly recommended place for Hermanus. Would definitely be back if I’m visiting again.

Cons: We took the smallest room they have (budget limitation) which was still great but if you book I’d recommend to try the bigger ones. They look amazing and more specious.

Pros: Good breakfast

Cons: Butter too hard to spread (wrapped little ones) and no full fat yoghurt or milk.

Pros: We were very impressed with the guest house throughout, a very modern and stylish interior, the location was great the very scenic cliff pathway opposite the guest house itself The owners and staff were very friendly and professional in how they ran the guest house, I would highly recommend this property, we have stayed at a lot of hotels on our travels and this one does rank as one of the best if not the best! Thank you Teresa, Carol and Shaun.

Pros: Super friendly owners and lovely clean room.

Cons: The weather, but we won’t hold that against the owners :)

Pros: Location was great, hosts were lovely and very helpful. Breakfast was brilliant.

Cons: Bed was a little uncomfortable, could do with being updated.

Pros: We arrived at the property and struggled to find the way in. Once that was resolved, Brian showed us to a lovely room in a beautiful garden. Nice bath and shower, fridge etc. Very comfortable and the best TV selection in the room. We had a nice breakfast each morning .. all very pleasant.

Cons: Would have nice to have had a seat in the room to collapse into. Also, very minor, but milk etc was not replenished for day 2.

Pros: Wonderful place right across the Cliff Path. Lovely staff and wonderful hosts that assist with anything you may need.

Pros: Excellent breakfast! Good hosts. Did a breakfast early then usual for us.

Cons: Very poor Internet connection.

Pros: Great welcome - lovely size room and good breakfast for husband and son.

Cons: Gluten free options for breakfast, consistent shower temp!! Minor niggles!

Pros: Very clean and comfortable. Really lovely shower. Excellent seating and loungers in lovely garden. Superb breakfast and hospitable hosts.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Very friendly hosts, going the extra mile and organizing the last available whale watching boat tour for me (sunrise whale watching). What a great experience. Highly recommended. Thanks again, Brian & Leonie. Hope to come again, soon. Oliver

Cons: Nothing to complain about

Pros: The property is as cute as it looks in the pictures, perhaps even more. Clean, cosy and just a few steps from the cliff path (and quite close to the town centre too). Welcoming and friendly owners, lots of great recommendations for restaurants in town and a yummy, home-cooked breakfast.

Pros: Decor in room. Comfort. Friendliness of owner

Cons: Tv instructions

Pros: We had a nice big room. Great breakfast and such a comfortable bed. We were well taken care of.

Pros: Room was very big and comfortable Staff welcoming

Cons: Double bed with two single mattress instead of a double one. Not really comfortable in a shared bed. The view of the room is not as it seems in the pics. The ocean view you see in the pic is the terrace of the main property.

Pros: We enjoyed every aspect of the trip. The environment was relaxed and comfortable. The food was exceptional and the views were absolutely out of this world. We will be back.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Very nicely kept facilities. Very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful when we needed information about going into town (about 5 km away). Proximity to Grotto Beach is great if you like to swim and you can watch whales from the rooftop.

Cons: Enjoyed our stay very much. No issues encountered.

Pros: Great staff

Pros: Wonderful view, lovely staff, quiet area.

Pros: Picturesque location, quiet neighbourhood, friendly & hands-on owners

Cons: Nothing to dislike

Pros: Great location.

Pros: Stayed many times and how can you improve perfection? A truly stunning retreat and will only stay there in Hermanus, Thankyou Melanie and your team for the wonderful stay . See you next year !

Cons: Nothing, it’s Perfect

Pros: Everything was Fabulous, Staff, Room, Food, Garden, Pool and Grounds. All staff super friendly and so helpful, they go above & beyond in everything they do...it felt like I had my own personal staff and they did this for all clients. The lodge felt really homely and welcoming and the food is freshly cooked cooked for you to your own wishes. I have travelled extensively all over the world and have to say this is one of my favourite places, if not my most favourite place I have ever stayed. Am definitely returning to stay there and would recommend to anyone.

Cons: Nothing, couldn't have asked for anywhere better or nicer to stay

Pros: Staff and facilities were first class.

Pros: Everyone very helpful, wonderful breakfast and easy walk to Harbour Rock restaurant

Pros: The rooms and facilities are very good. It is a relaxing place to stay. Grounds are very good and it was easy to relax by the pool.

Cons: Location of property.

Pros: Great Breakfast

Cons: Rough neighbourhood

Pros: The host was very friendly and even booked our dinner reservations for us and gave knowledge of things to do in the local area. The bed was very comfy

Cons: No air-con in the rooms and its located out of the main town