The Best Luxury
Hotels in Cape Whale Coast

Delightful property. Charming. Superb interior design. The Thatch House Hermanus is located on the banks of the Hermanus Lagoon. This boutique hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a tennis court. They have a seating area and include a luxurious bathroom with complimentary toiletries. The spacious and elegant suites at The Thatch House offer lagoon, garden or mountain view. Breakfast is served every morning at the property or in the privacy of your room. Light lunches, picnics, dinners, barbecues or wine tastings can be arranged. Guests can cruise or paddle the lagoon on a boat, enjoy a hike, a massage or simply admire the views from across the expansive garden down to the lagoon. There are a tree house and a jungle gym to explore. Grotto Beach is 6 km away while the centre of Hermanus can be reached within 15 minutes' drive. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Unique. Lovely property. Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers luxury accommodation featuring spectacular views of ancient forests and the whale watching haven of Walker Bay, just a 30-minute drive from Hermanus. The air-conditioned suites of Grootbos feature floor-to-ceiling windows, making the suites light and airy. All suites offer a spacious lounge with a cosy fireplace, satellite TV and a DVD player, and a private wooden deck. Guests can enjoy African and European gourmet cuisine, made with fresh and locally grown produce in Grootbos Private Nature Reserve’s 2 restaurants. Full English breakfast menus, light lunches and 6-course dinners are included in the rate. Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers various tours, including flower safaris, horse riding, birding tours, shark cage diving in Gansbaai, and of course whale watching tours. Grootbos Nature Reserve is a multi-award winning nature reserve, and home to more than 740 different species of plants. The centre of Capetown is a scenic 2-hour drive away. Show full description

Elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Located in Sandbaai, only 50 meters away from Schulphoek Bay, Schulphoek Seafront House features an outdoor pool and a garden. Schulphoek Seafront House is elegantly decorated with original mid-century art and furniture, and has spacious well-appointed modern bedrooms and bathrooms. The house offers a complimentary shuttle service in an around Hermanus and a concierge desk. Guests can start their day with a breakfast menu made from fresh organic products. The hotel has a seasonal restaurant, open in the evenings during high season. Guests can enjoy a refreshing drink and relax in the comfort of the House whilst overlooking the bay. Whale watching during whale season is possible. Schulphoek is 5 km from the centre of Hermanus. Cape Town International Airport is 90 km away, and free private parking is possible on site. Whale watching flights can be arranged by the property. Show full description

Comfortable beds. Great breakfast. Popular among couples. Located on the seafront in Hermanus, One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel features a sun terrace with heated outdoor pool. The famous cliff path is just a short stroll away. The stylish rooms are equipped with a satellite TV, air conditioning and private bathroom with shower. Some of the rooms have a balcony with sea view. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge area and free WiFi is available. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hermanus, like cycling, hiking, wine tasting and seasonal whale watching. Shops and restaurants are within 7 minutes' walk and Hermanus Golf Club is 3 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 105 km from the property. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Highly elegant. Set between two of Hermanus's best swimming beaches, Birkenhead House offers luxury accommodation in individually decorated suites. This premium hotel is short drive from the Hemel-en-Arde Valley where guests can visit top class wine estates. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. Some units include a seating area for your convenience. Certain rooms have views of the sea or mountains. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. The hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. Enjoy lunch and a selection of wines on the patio while taking in the best views of the Atlantic Ocean, and spot some whales during whale season. There is also a spa and 2 swimming pools at the hotel. Your stay includes all meals, local beverages, snacks, a full mini-bar, laundry and transfers to and from Hermanus town centre. Village Square is 3.6 km from Birkenhead House, while Hamilton Russel Vineyards is 5 km away. Cape Town International Airport is 80 km from the property. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Great location. Perched on top of the cliffs overlooking Hermanus’s Walker Bay, The Marine offers first-class splendour and elegance and a spectacular seascape, with imposing views extending across Western Capes Walker Bay and beyond. The rooms and suites are individually and stylishly decorated and have magnificent views of the sea, the mountains or The Marine's beautiful internal courtyard and finely manicured gardens. Stroll along the cliff path overlooking Hermanus Bay or have a dip in the tidal pool right in front of the hotel. Enjoy exquisite dining or sip a glass of local wine in the lounge, where there is nothing but 3,000 miles of ocean between you and the South Pole. During whale season, from June until November, Hermanus offers some of the best land-based whale watching in the world and at The Marine you don't even have to get out of bed to experience it. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Arabella Hotel & Spa is overlooks a spectacularly attractive natural lagoon, surrounded by a lush landscape. The hotel boasts a 18-hole golf course designed by Peter Matkovich. With a balcony, the elegant rooms and suites at Arabella Hotel include air conditioning, a seating area, desk and a TV. Each has a private bathroom with free toiletries. Room service is available. Jamani Restaurant offers international and contemporary South African cuisine. Drinks, light meals and cocktails can be enjoyed at Barnabas Bar, overlooking the pool. Rejuvenate at the Arabella Spa, in the sauna and with a soothing massage. Energize at the gym or on the tennis court. Follow all with a dip in the pool. Relax also, in the pretty gardens or on the terrace. The friendly staff will help with setting up the full range of activities, including wine tasting, whale watching and horse riding. Rent a bike to explore the landscape, or see it from the sea, while kayaking. Hermanus is within 30 minutes' drive and Cape Town International Airport is 87 km away. Airport transfers can be arranged. Show full description

Historic property. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Misty Waves Boutique Hotel is a luxury, 4-star hotel metres from the historic centre of Hermanus. Chic, elegant rooms overlook the lush garden and terrace with sun loungers and an outdoor pool. Ornate furnishings, plush beds and satellite TV are offered in all rooms. Some also have a separate lounge area and a four poster bed. Many open onto a balcony with views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Cliff Path. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. For relaxation, the Misty Waves offers a variety of massage treatments. Guests can spend the day lazing by the pool, or enjoying a stroll along the Cliff Path, famous for its whale watching spots. A 16-seater private cinema is located on the top floor for sporting events and movies. Regional cuisine can be sampled at Heritage Restaurant, a restaurant situated in the hotel garden near the pool. Room service is also available. The Old Harbour is 600 metres away and Hermanus Golf Club is 2 km from the hotel. On-site, private parking is offered free of charge. Show full description

Great location. Harbour House Hotel in Hermanus enjoys the most prominent of positions in the heart of the old harbour area, flanked by the seaside and the bustling centre of this holiday town. There is a wine bar and an outdoor pool. Le Paradis Luxury serviced apartments are within walking distance to the main reception area with beautiful ocean views, from lounge and main bedroom. Harbour Square rooms are within walking distance to the main reception area and the building has a rooftop pool and underground parking. The rooms at Harbour Square feature tea-and-coffee-making facilities, air conditioning and heating. Suites also feature a kitchen and lounge area. Manor House Romantic rooms, come with a views over the garden and pool area from a balcony or patio and feature solid cast baths. Harbour House rooms featuring modern sophisticated décor, a kitchenette and a lounge room with a TV. Some rooms have a private balcony. These apartments offer spacious courtyards, lawns, BBQ areas and has underground parking. The hotel is in easy walking distance of the town’s top attractions, whale watching sites, markets, restaurants, street cafés and an abundance of reserved natural splendour. Guests can walk through the garden or sunbathe poolside. The tour desk can help organise a day excursion and make suggestions for other local activities. Show full description

Great value. Comfortable beds. Located only a 5-minute walk from the Old Harbour of Hermanus, the Whale Coast All-Suite-Hotel - DCC Hotel Group offers luxurious apartments with full hotel services. The beach is 5 km away and beach towels are provided. The apartments feature elegant design in neutral colours and include a lounge with a flat-screen, satellite TV and free WiFi. The bathrooms come with free toiletries and contain a bath, shower and heated towel racks. The fully-equipped kitchens have granite bench tops and open out onto a dining area with a mountainous view. Barbecue facilities are provided for outdoor dining on a private patio. With the addition of our Old Harbour Cafe, guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast before starting a day exploring Hermanus. Guests can enjoy a game of golf on the Hermanus Golf Course, only 1.5 km away, or whale watching from the coast. The tour desk can help organise other activities, including sea kayaking and wine tours. Free undercover parking is provided at the Whale Coast All-Suite-Hotel - DCC Hotel Group, and Cape Town International Airport is a 105 km drive away. Show full description