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Boasting a splendid setting between mountains and sea, this charming Provençal style guesthouse is set in the historic town centre of Hermanus, overlooking the picturesque Old Harbour.

The hub of the famous Whale Route, Hermanus provides a number of opportunities for recreation and relaxation. During your stay at the Auberge Burgundy Boutique Hotel & Spa, you can easily visit the popular local restaurants, the craft market, boutiques, art galleries and quaint shopping malls. The beach is also just 50 metres away, offering a variety of water-sports and nature tours.

The concept, the decoration and the staff. The breakfast was also great.

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9.1
Superb
1,193 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

In a prime location in Hermanus, Esplanade Hermanus offers an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This apartment features free private parking and a lift. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Village Square is 300 metres from Esplanade Hermanus, while Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 104 km from the accommodation.

Everything ,the gardens, the room, the location, the breakfast,the lobby,the staff.

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9.3
Superb
447 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Featuring a patio with garden views, a bar and a shared lounge, Boutique Ocean Views - incorporating Wendy's can be found in Hermanus, close to Village Square and 27 km from Mt Hebron Nature Reserve. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the sea and pool.

Location was breathtaking, the structure is new decorated with taste and with top quality accessories, the atmosphere is simply amazing and invites you to relax and recharge. Very effective communication with the owner. This place is one of the best I ever stayed. People working there made the difference they are friendly and always ready to help, breakfast simply delicious.

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9.9
Exceptional
112 reviews
Price from
£237
per night

Glow Boutique Suites in Hermanus provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. Each guest at the 4-star property can enjoy sea views from the rooms, and has access to a year-round outdoor pool and to a public bath. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service.

Everything. So so so cool! (Sorry I’ve forgot one « so »)

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9.7
Exceptional
329 reviews

In the Westcliff district of Hermanus, close to Village Square, 11 WESTCLIFF RENTALS features an outdoor swimming pool and a washing machine. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Every room is equipped with a patio.

Beautiful view, clean, spacious, close to amenities in town

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9
Superb
691 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

Valentines Hermanus, a property with a garden, is situated in Hermanus, 600 metres from Grotto Beach, 1.5 km from Voelklip Beach, as well as 1.9 km from Kammabaai Beach. Boasting bicycle parking, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Village Square is 5.9 km from the guest house, while Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 110 km from Valentines Hermanus.

I literally can not fault anything with this place

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9.2
Superb
124 reviews
Price from
£62
per night

Located in Hermanus and only 1.4 km from Village Square, Ridge House provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden.

We received a lovely warm welcome from Linda and Martyn. We were so impressed with the location and the comfortable, stylish and very well thought out room with everything you need for a self catering stay. All the additions were very tasteful and no expense seemed to be spared to ensure guests were made comfortable. Breakfast and coffee was delicious. We also really appreciated the advise from our hosts on where to view whales.

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9.8
Exceptional
261 reviews
Price from
£118
per night

Offering a garden and quiet street view, Karibu Self-catering Accommodation is situated in Hermanus, 2.1 km from Onrus Beach and 8.9 km from Village Square. The property has garden and inner courtyard views, and is 1.2 km from Breakfast Bay Beach. The apartment also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Very quiet neighbourhood. Cosy, very clean appartement with all the facilities that you need. Friendly host. Cute dogs.

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9.6
Exceptional
146 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Situated in Hermanus in the Western Cape region, with Old Harbour nearby, Penguino Guesthouse provides accommodation with access to a fitness room. The property has pool and inner courtyard views, and is 1.1 km from Village Square. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.

Walking to the town centre was around 15 -20 mins. The walk very was scenic and breezy. Stefan & Nikki are great host. Both of them took time to share important information on our travels and safety. Stefan provided a list of breakfast menu in the morning and he takes great effort in ensuring we are comfortable. Do take note should you have a Sunday check in with them for advise on the check in time.

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9.4
Superb
611 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Elizabeth House is situated in the Sandbaai district of Hermanus, 1.3 km from Sandbaai Beach, 2.1 km from Onrus Beach and 5.1 km from Village Square. This guest house features free private parking and a shared kitchen. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the guest house's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax.

Sharon was an excellent professional host making us feel both very welcome.

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9
Superb
124 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

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  • Auberge Burgundy Boutique Hotel & Spa
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,193 reviews

    Boasting a splendid setting between mountains and sea, this charming Provençal style guesthouse is set in the historic town centre of Hermanus, overlooking the picturesque Old Harbour.

    Kind staff, clean room, very good bed, amazing breakfast.

  • Ridge House
    Breakfast options
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 261 reviews

    Located in Hermanus and only 1.4 km from Village Square, Ridge House provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    The hot tub was fabulous and a highlight of our stay.

  • Whale Coast Ocean Villa
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 623 reviews

    Located within 400 metres of Grotto Beach and less than 1 km of Voelklip Beach, Whale Coast Ocean Villa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Hermanus.

    Good breakfast Trevor welcomed us very friendly

  • 7 on Marine
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 574 reviews

    Located in Hermanus, 7 on Marine is a only a few steps away from the seafront. The guest house boasts a hot tub and sauna. Free WiFi is available.

    Well located, nice rooms, good facilities and nice staff

  • Casa Del Mar
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 184 reviews

    Offering garden views, Casa Del Mar is an accommodation set in Hermanus, 600 metres from Grotto Beach and less than 1 km from Voelklip Beach.

    It was awesome just like it the sweets was diliouse

  • Villa Venusta Luxury Guesthouse - Solar Power
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 140 reviews

    Villa Venusta Luxury Guesthouse - Solar Power is situated in a quiet residential area in Hermanus and 5 minutes' walk from the popular Cliff Path hiking trail.

    Attention to detail, host has thought of everything.

  • The Potting Shed Guest House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 386 reviews

    Located 1 km from the shoreline at Gearing's Point and 7 km from Grotto Beach,The Potting Shed Accommodation is situated in the town of Hermanus along the Whale Route.

    lovely apartment, lovely staff - everything was perfect!

  • Hermanus Boutique Guest House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 425 reviews

    Offering deluxe accommodation and the possibility to experience whale-spotting, Hermanus Guest House is just metres from scenic cliff paths and rock pools.

    Excellent service and great proximity to town centre

These holiday rentals in Hermanus have options with FREE cancellation

  • Valentines Hermanus
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 124 reviews

    Valentines Hermanus, a property with a garden, is situated in Hermanus, 600 metres from Grotto Beach, 1.5 km from Voelklip Beach, as well as 1.9 km from Kammabaai Beach.

    People are friendly, unit is clean and accommodating

  • Beautiful Abalone
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 557 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Beautiful Abalone is a recently renovated guest house situated in Hermanus, 2 km from Village Square.

    The hosts Dirk and Yvonne are just so kind and caring.

  • Hermanus Heights Villa
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 104 reviews

    Situated in Hermanus and only 2.8 km from Langbaai Beach, Hermanus Heights Villa features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Everything about the accommodation was exceptional.

  • Sixteen Guesthouse on Main
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 296 reviews

    Sixteen Guesthouse on Main is situated on the main road of Hermanus, along the Whale Coast. It features a pool, a spacious garden and is set 400 metres from a cliff path. Each suite has pool views.

    Lovely bright room overlooking pool and pretty garden.

  • Bamboo Guest House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 225 reviews

    Situated in Hermanus, this 4-star guest house offers modern rooms overlooking the garden, the mountains or the sea. Bamboo Guest House features an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi.

    Excellent Breakfast - excellent staff and service!!

  • Selkirk House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 193 reviews

    Situated against Hermanus Mountain, Selkirk House has spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi and panoramic views over Walker Bay.

    Whole stay was wonderful, couldn't have been better!

  • 138 Marine Beachfront Guesthouse
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 611 reviews

    138 Marine Beachfront Guesthouse is a national award-winning guest house with spectacular sea views and a beach front location. It is situated only minutes from the town of Hermanus.

    Home from home...during load shedding! Well done 🌟

  • Self catering Luke Drive Onrus
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 22 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Self catering Luke Drive Onrus is set in Hermanus, 6.7 km from Village Square and 22 km from Mt Hebron Nature Reserve.

    Cute and private and clean garden cottage with lovely decor.

Highly rated holiday rentals in Hermanus

  • Esplanade Hermanus
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 447 reviews

    In a prime location in Hermanus, Esplanade Hermanus offers an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This apartment features free private parking and a lift.

    Very welcoming and professional. Views were stunning.

  • 11 WESTCLIFF RENTALS
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 691 reviews

    In the Westcliff district of Hermanus, close to Village Square, 11 WESTCLIFF RENTALS features an outdoor swimming pool and a washing machine.

    Wonderful staff. Beautiful room, brilliant location

  • Karibu Self-catering Accommodation
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 146 reviews

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, Karibu Self-catering Accommodation is situated in Hermanus, 2.1 km from Onrus Beach and 8.9 km from Village Square.

    Awesome location and facilities,the host was brilliant.

  • Perla
    8.0+ review score
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 260 reviews

    In the Eastcliff district of Hermanus, close to Village Square, Perla features an outdoor swimming pool and a washing machine.

    Beautifully decorated, spacious and spotlessly clean.

  • Nautilus Guest House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 410 reviews

    Just 300 metres from the oceanfront, the 4-star Nautilus Guest House is a thatched residence with a seasonal outdoor pool and stylish rooms. Its staff can arrange whale watching and shark-cage diving.

    Soo much room in bedrooms and around the building

  • La Fontaine Guest House Hermanus
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 301 reviews

    This rustic guest house with stunning ocean views is situated in the middle of the Cape Whale Route in Hermanus. It features individually decorated rooms and an outdoor swimming pool.

    There isn’t anything not to like, truly amazing place.

  • On The Cliff Guest House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 150 reviews

    Boasting a stunning cliff top location, this guest house impresses with panoramic views of Walker Bay as well as first-class service.

    A gorgeous guest house beautifully run and managed.

  • Lavender Manor Guest Lodge
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 484 reviews

    This luxurious guest house, situated in Hermanus on the Cape Whale Coast, boasts panoramic views of Grotto Beach and offers guests great whale-watching opportunities.

    very good location. comfortable beds. Very friendly hosts!

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Hermanus

  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 81 reviews
    The best holiday home I have ever stayed in. The host and his team couldn't do enough for us and to make us feel welcome. The location and view is out of this world. We will definitely be back!
    Lucinda
    Group
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 66 reviews
    This place is certainly more than home from home. Fantastic home, location and secure. would highly recommend this property as a holiday home. We only wished we could have stayed longer. Very tastefully decorated with much thought gone in to every detail.
    Pat
    Group
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 332 reviews
    The room and entire house were a dream. Homely feeling - It felt like it was our holiday home. Super clean and decorated with taste.
    Leonor
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 52 reviews
    The location is amazing, wonderful views. The apartment is beautifully presented and the host Suna has thought of everything and added many extra thoughtful touches which make this a perfect holiday home. We have booked to return.
    David
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £60.29
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 287 reviews
    Beautiful little holiday home in fab town.
    Kiernan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £71.05
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 170 reviews
    The Holiday home was neat and clean with comfortable beds and decent linen. Good wifi and nice TV There was parking behind secure gates. Pauline met us on arrival and showed us to our room.
    Anthony Briton
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 58 reviews
    Great holiday home to use for a single night but also for a longer stay. All you would need for a relaxing holiday within walking distance from the beach. We will definitely be back,
    JoanHB
    Family with young children
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 54 reviews
    I loved the space layout. It was the perfect holiday home away from home. You had just enough of everything and it is very well furnished.
    Viola
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews
    No breakfast was offered as it is a self catering holiday home
    Ossie
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 55 reviews
    Perfect holiday home, we realy enjoyed our stay! Very cosy House..
    Anne-Catherine Degroof
    Young couple

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