A list by Anna Pinto & Erik Bennett. Updated December 2023.
We have created a list with the best bed & breakfasts in Hermanus, South Africa. We have also included accommodation in guest houses and villas. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Guest House. 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. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the guest house. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the sea and pool. The units at the guest house come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes and slippers. There is also a fridge, minibar and a kettle. At the guest house, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests can swim in the pool with a view, go skiing or cycling or relax in the garden. Kleinmond Golf Course is 34 km from Boutique Ocean Views - incorporating Wendy's, while Howhoek Nature Reserve is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 104 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Guest House.Delightful property. Cosy rooms. 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. Full English/Irish and vegetarian breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available daily at the guest house. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden. The units at the guest house are equipped with a seating area. Each unit is equipped with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer, while some rooms are equipped with a fully equipped kitchenette equipped with a microwave. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private balcony. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 27 km from Ridge House, while Kleinmond Golf Course is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 104 km from the accommodation.Show full description
The most unique and authentic bed and breakfast in Hermanus. It also has very cosy rooms and outstanding views!
Bed and Breakfast. Located in Hermanus, White Pearl provides accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation features a patio. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the bed and breakfast's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The bed and breakfast provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathrobes. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. There is a coffee shop, bar and lounge. Fitness classes are available at the property. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Village Square is 1.9 km from White Pearl, while Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 104 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Guest House.Highly elegant. Cosy rooms. Situated against Hermanus Mountain, Selkirk House has spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi and panoramic views over Walker Bay. It features an outdoor pool, water-featured landscaped gardens and barbecue facilities. Guests can start their day with a rich breakfast buffer, before relaxing on the sun loungers by the pool. Selkirk House has elegantly decorated rooms with modern furniture and carpeted floors. Each of the air-conditioned rooms has a flat-screen satellite TV, a seating area and a work desk. The upper lounge has a fully stocked bar, where guests can enjoy refreshing drinks. The spacious lower lounge, with a fireplace, leads onto the pool deck with the Karoo stone braai area. You can also read a book in the library or choose from a variety of activities including whale watching, hiking and diving. Grotto Beach is 5 km, and Fernkloof Nature Reserve is 3 km away. Cape Town International Airport is 76 km away, and Selkirk House offers free private parking on site.Show full description
Guest House. 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. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available daily at the guest house. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a coffee machine, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with slippers, units at the guest house also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a terrace. At the guest house, all units have bed linen and towels. At Glow Boutique Suites, the traditional restaurant is open for dinner and cocktails and serves Belgian cuisine. Sightseeing tours are available near the property. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Sandbaai Beach is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while Onrus Beach is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 102 km from Glow Boutique Suites.Show full description
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Situated just across the road from the famous Hermanus cliff paths, Cliff Cottage offers spacious, Cape Dutch-style en-suite double or twin bedrooms and family suites, with garden entrances, off-street parking, mountain views, and scrumptious home-cooked English or continental breakfasts. Cliff Cottage is surrounded by a charming garden with a terrace. Tea/coffee facilities and mini-bar fridges are available in all rooms at Cliff Cottage which are sunny, spacious and individually decorated in a contemporary style. Guests can take scenic walks along the cliff paths or visit Hermanus’ village shops, bars and restaurants. Grotto Beach, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley are only a 10-minute drive away. This is our guests' favourite part of Hermanus, according to independent reviews. Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.Show full description
Guest House.Trendy. Comfortable beds. 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. Just a step away from the famous Hermanus Cliff Paths, Bamboo has elegantly decorated rooms with hand crafted bamboo furniture. All rooms have a flat-screen satellite TV, a seating area and a work desk. Guests can relax in the landscaped garden, or in the pool area with a custom built bar. You can also choose from a variety of activities in the surrounding area, including whale watching, shark cave diving and hiking. The property is moments away from Hermanus town centre and the beaches. The 27 hole Hermanus Golf Club is also within walking distance from the property.Show full description
This guest house has super comfortable beds. It is very popular for people travelling with friends to Hermanus.
Guest House.Beach front location. Super central. The Vishuis is a fisherman's cottage, situated in the centre of Hermanus. This refurbished heritage building has a garden and splash pool. The individually decorated rooms are situated around the courtyard and offer a seating area and TV. Vishuis is stylishly decorated with an extensive collection of contemporary South African art. There is a seating area and a kitchen. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. Bike hire is available nearby and the area is popular for seasonal whale watching, golfing and horse riding. The Vishuis provides free private parking available on site, and Cape Town International is 78 km from the property.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most central, charming and cool guest houses in Hermanus! It also has a central location. So NICE!
Bed and Breakfast.Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Located in the Eastcliff district in Hermanus, 200 metres from Hermanus Tourist Information, Our Hermanus B&B features an outdoor pool and views of the mountain. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Every room is equipped with a TV. Some rooms have views of the pool or garden. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. You will find a shared lounge at the property. The cliff paths, Marine Tidal Pool and a golf course are all in the surrounding area. Cape Town International Airport is 78 km from the property.Show full description
I think this is one of the most RELAXING bed and breakfasts in Hermanus. It also has beautiful surroundings! And it is one of the most popular bed and breakfasts in Hermanus, among couples.
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Great breakfast. The Whale on Main B&B in Hermanus provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. The property features pool views and is 1.5 km from Langbaai Beach and 2 km from Kammabaai Beach. At the bed and breakfast, units include a desk and a flat-screen TV. At the bed and breakfast, units have bed linen and towels. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service. The units are fitted with a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony and some have mountain views. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. There is a snack bar on-site. Sightseeing tours are available close by. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and The Whale on Main B&B can arrange a car rental service. Voelklip Beach is 2.1 km from the accommodation, while Village Square is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 107 km from The Whale on Main B&B.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most LIVELY bed and breakfasts in Hermanus.
Guest House.Popular among couples. 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. The guest house offers panoramic views of the Kleinrivier mountains. Guests at Villa Venusta Luxury Guesthouse - Solar Power can enjoy a varied breakfast buffet in the dining area or outside in the garden. The individually furnished rooms are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV and have a balcony or veranda. Each bathroom is equipped with free toiletries and all have a walk-in shower and some a bathtub. After an eventful day, guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the large, solar-heated saltwater pool or relax with a drink on the sun deck or a sun umbrella. Guests can also relax in the lounge with fireplace or read a book from the library. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Staff can help you book various activities and trips, such as whale watching, wine tasting, golfing, kayaking or shark cage diving. Villa Venusta Luxury Guesthouse - Solar Power is located just 3 km from the Hermanus city centre and Hermanus Golf Club. The Fernkloof Nature Reserve is 6 km away, and Cape Town International Airport is 100 km from the property.Show full description
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Beautiful Abalone is a recently renovated guest house situated in Hermanus, 2 km from Village Square. The air-conditioned accommodation is 27 km from Mt Hebron Nature Reserve. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. All units are fitted with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. Every unit is fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom with free toiletries, while certain rooms have a fully equipped kitchen fitted with a dishwasher. At the guest house, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Fitness classes are available at the property. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Kleinmond Golf Course is 34 km from the guest house, while Howhoek Nature Reserve is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 104 km from Beautiful Abalone, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Guest House.Lively. Superb breakfast. 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. All units at the guest house are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each unit has a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms have a balcony and some have mountain views. The units have a desk. Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Guests at the guest house can take part in activities like yoga and get refreshed with a swim in the outdoor swimming pool. For guests with children, Penguino Guesthouse offers a baby safety gate. If you would like to discover the area, snorkelling, windsurfing and cycling are possible in the surroundings and the accommodation can arrange a bicycle rental service. Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 27 km from Penguino Guesthouse, while Kleinmond Golf Course is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 103 km from the guest house.Show full description
Guest House. Set in Hermanus and only 1.4 km from Langbaai Beach, Tuis en Tevrede 2 Bed Flat - Kwaaiwater offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 2.1 km from Voelklip Beach, 2.7 km from Village Square and 30 km from Mt Hebron Nature Reserve. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Kammabaai Beach. The 2-bedroom guest house has a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the guest house. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the guest house can enjoy cycling and walking tours nearby, or make the most of the garden. Kleinmond Golf Course is 37 km from Tuis en Tevrede 2 Bed Flat - Kwaaiwater, while Howhoek Nature Reserve is 40 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 107 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Guest House.Close to beach front. Luxurious. The pretty Abalone Guest Lodge is a 4-star property situated at Sievers Point, directly on the cliffs overlooking Hermanus Bay, an ideal spot for whale-watching. This small guest house has 5 tastefully decorated and comfortable guest rooms. The guest house serves a full breakfast each morning and whales can actually be spotted from the terrace as you dine al fresco. All rooms are en suite with a private balcony or patio. Guests can also enjoy panoramic sea and mountain views from their rooms. Abalone Guest Lodge is located midway between the town centre and the beautiful sandy beaches of Hermanus. The scenic cliff path to the front of the hotel is a unique whale-watching spot.Show full description
This guest house has a great location in Hermanus and amazing staff.
Guest House.Great views. Popular among families. 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. A daily English breakfast is served in the dining area or out on the patio featuring panoramic views across the bay. All accommodation offers cosy decorations and views of the ocean or the hotel’s private garden. Each room is equipped with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV, as well as minibar and electric kettle. Guests can relax by the private outdoor pool during summer or stroll along the nearby cliff path in winter. La Fontaine’s cosy lounge is a pleasant spot to sample local wines by the open fireplace. La Fontaine Guest House is a short walk to the quaint Hermanus village centre with galleries, shops and restaurants. Walker Bay Beach is under 10 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Guest House.Very cosy. Comfortable beds. Boasting inner courtyard views, Nerf-af Cottage and private ROOMs at Onrus, Hermanus features accommodation with patio, around 2.6 km from Onrus Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can make use of the outdoor fireplace or the children's playground, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden. At the guest house, units include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units are fitted with a kettle, while selected rooms also boast a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a toaster. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at the guest house. If you would like to discover the area, windsurfing, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings and Nerf-af Cottage and private ROOMs at Onrus, Hermanus can arrange a bicycle rental service. Sandbaai Beach is 2.7 km from the accommodation, while Village Square is 5.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 99 km from Nerf-af Cottage and private ROOMs at Onrus, Hermanus, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most COSY guest houses in Hermanus. It is the most popular bed and breakfast in Hermanus, among FAMILIES.
Bed and Breakfast. Boasting a balcony with mountain views, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, 19th Hole Guest Lodge - Golfers paradise can be found in Hermanus, close to Village Square and 2.3 km from Langbaai Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. All units at the bed and breakfast are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Rooms are fitted with a patio with garden views. A fridge and kettle are also available. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Kammabaai Beach is 2.7 km from the bed and breakfast, while Voelklip Beach is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 106 km from 19th Hole Guest Lodge - Golfers paradise.Show full description
Guest House.Newly opened, October 2023. Featuring a patio with garden views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Milky Way can be found in Hermanus, close to Sandbaai Beach and 1.3 km from Onrus Beach. Located in the Sandbaai district, the property provides guests with access to beauty services. Breakfast can be enjoyed on-site daily, which includes warm dishes and cheese. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The spacious guest house has a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette comes with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hermanus, like cycling and fishing. Village Square is 5.5 km from Milky Way, while Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 101 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Guest House.Beach front location. Friendly staff. Offering deluxe accommodation and the possibility to experience whale-spotting, Hermanus Guest House is just metres from scenic cliff paths and rock pools. Restaurants and craft markets are a 5-minute walk away. Some of the rooms open out on to balconies with uninterrupted vistas of Walker Bay. Most allow guests to spot Southern Right whales from the room. Some rooms are fitted with four-poster beds, others include a deluxe spa bath. Staff at the Hermanus Guest House hotel can help arrange tours and excursions to see Hermanus and provide a special chauffer service with trips to Cape Agulhas and Cape Town. Parking is available for free.Show full description
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