Celebrated for its coastal beauty, wild flowers, angling, fine
beaches and whales, Hermanus is one of the premier holiday resorts
of the country.
The scenic beauty of the coastline is unique with its majestic
mountain backdrop falling sharply to the craggy cliffs and swirling
sea, where whale watching; said to be the finest land based whale
watching in the world, is a major preoccupation of the visitor
during the calving season from June to November each year.
Hermanus had its beginning in 1855 when the fishing village was
named Hermanuspietersfontein after Hermanus Pieters, a local
teacher-shepherd. The abbreviated form was adopted at the time when
it became a municipality in 1894. On 5 December 2000 the town of
Hermanus became a part of the enlarged municipality of Overstrand.
From the New Harbour boats are charted for the deep sea tunny and
marlin catches. The highlight of the fishing season is the kabeljou
run from November to March. During the same season, yellowtail are
caught from the jetty by trolling. In its main function the New
Harbour provides anchorage for the fleet of sole trawlers and
diving craft and for the visitors there is an opportunity for the
excitement of witnessing the ships returning from the Agulhas Banks
to off-load tons of fish and perlemoen (abalone) the South African
shellfish delicacy.
The atmospheric Old Harbour, for years the scene of tricky ship
berthings, is the favorite subject of photographers and artists. It
was here that the world record rod-and-line catch was made by Bill
Selkirk in 1922. After a tremendous battle lasting more than five
hours he landed a shark with a mass of 988 kilograms and a length
of more than 4 meters. The Old Harbour is a national monument and a
museum has been made on its slip way where there is a collection of
the small fishing boats; some over a hundred years old, that reaped
the rich harvest of Walker Bay.
Villa Blu
Hues of blues and shades of summer draw you in… Tones of
earthy richness greet you...
Tel: +27 (0)28 314 1056 WebsiteEmail
Beaumonte Guesthouse
Beaumonte Guesthouse is a relaxed, contemporary guesthouse
set on "Millionaire's Dune" in Vermont, Hermanus.
Tel: +27 (0)28 316 2870 WebsiteEmail
Lavender Manor Guest Lodge
Lavender Manor Guest Lodge is proudly positioned above famous
"Blue Flag" Grotto Beach with stunning views.
Tel: +27 (0)28 314 0361 WebsiteEmail
Harbour Vue Guest House
Overlooking the bay and the new harbour in Hermanus, Harbour
Vue Guest House offers superb 4 star luxury
accommodation.
Tel: +27 (0)28 312 4860 WebsiteEmail
On the Cliff
Seafront Hermanus guest house where all rooms have panoramic
sea views ideal for whale watching.
Tel: +27 (0)28 313 2806 WebsiteEmail
Aire del Mar
From Aire del Mar Guest House you can see the Great White
Shark and Whale viewing boats leave Kleinbaai's harbour.
Tel: +27 (0)28 313 2806 WebsiteEmail
Avalon on Sea
Avalon on Sea - Owner managed sea front guest house within walking
distance from the centre of Hermanus, offering outstanding accommodation.
Tel: +27 (0)28 313 0959 WebsiteEmail
The Ark
Near endless, unspoilt white beaches. Sea and Mountain views.
Amazing Whale Watching.
Tel: +27 (0)28 381 9180 WebsiteEmail
Abercron Residence
We are situated on the mountain slope above the Hermanus
Golf Course and adjacant to the Fernkloof Nature Reserve.
Tel: +27 (0)28 312 1151 WebsiteEmail
Hortensia Lodge
Luxury en suite accomodation. Great breakfasts and personal attention.
Large garden with sparkling pool. In a quiet area. Wir sprechen Deutsch
Tel: +27 (0)28 312 4358 WebsiteEmail
Cliff Lodge
Cliff Lodge is a stylish ocean front guesthouse, superbly positioned
on the dramatic cliffs of De Kelders, overlooking Walker Bay.
Tel: +27 (0)28 384 0983 WebsiteEmail
La Fontaine
La Fontaine is a deluxe guest retreat perfect for a rejuvenating
break or holiday in Southern Africa. It is in a prime whale watching position.
Tel: +27 (0)28 384 0983 WebsiteEmail
Crayfish Lodge
Newly built, this beautiful luxury sea front guest house is
designed to let you marvel at the sound of the whales and simply to relax...
Tel: +27 (0)28 384 1898 WebsiteEmail
The Western Cape Hotel & Spa
Situated in the Kogelberg Biosphere and overlooking the largest
natural lagoon in South Africa, is the Western Cape Hotel & Spa...
Tel:+27 (0)21 855 1142 WebsiteEmail
Milkwood Lodge
Situated at the foot of the Fernkloof Nature Reserve - a fynbos paradise for nature lovers and hikers.
Tel: +27 (0)28 314 1736 WebsiteEmail
Aloe House
Aloe House is centrally situated, and only a 4-minute walk to
the village, as well as the cliff paths for whale watching in season.
Tel: +27 (0)28 313 1191 WebsiteEmail
Zoutpan Struishuis
Family friendly garden route guest farm just outside Albertinia,
conference facilities available as well as de-stressing programme.
Tel: +27 (0)28 735 1119 WebsiteEmail
Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse
We are situated on the beautiful Schulphoek Bay, a protected sanctuary with spectacular sea views,
a favourite spot for viewing Southern Right Whales...
Tel: +27 (0)28 316 2626 WebsiteEmail
Misty Waves
Misty Waves provides luxury hotel lodging in Hermanus! Absolutely stunning sea views from your luxurious bedroom.
Perfect to view the whales from when in season.
Tel: +27 (0)28 313 8460 WebsiteEmail
