Where to stay in Hermanus

Wild seas of Hermanus. Photo: Thak / flickr

The best places to sleep in Hermanus and surrounds are accommodation choices that serve up those stunning natural vistas on a silver platter. In Hermanus, that’s basing yourself as close to the shore as possible. Here are a few picks for hotels, B&B’s, self-catering, backpackers and camping in the area:

Beautiful coastline of Hermanus. Photo: Daniel Newcombe / flickr

Hotels

If on-site amenities and privacy are what you’re looking for when choosing accommodation, then staying at a hotel is your best option. Hotels tend to offer fabulous amenities such as room service, swimming pools, restaurants and bars, gyms and personal concierge services. Here are a few options for hotels in Hermanus:

The Marine

Windsor Hotel

Baleens Hotel

Bed & Breakfasts

Bed and breakfast establishments are a popular choice for many when it comes to accommodation. You’re allowed private rooms and ensuite bathrooms and a delicious breakfast in the morning. Some B&B’s even offer hotel amenities like a swimming pool and all-meal food services. Here are some of our picks for Bed & Breakfasts in Hermanus:

The Whale on Main B&B

138 Marine Beachfront Guesthouse

Anchor’s Rest Guest House

Self-catering

Self-catering accommodation is perfect for those who want ultimate freedom and privacy wherever they’re staying. Usually in the form of entire houses, apartments or chalets, self-catering allows you total run of the place, including cooking, cleaning and use of any facilities. These are a few of our picks for self-catering accommodation in Hermanus:

Bamboo at Le Paradis

The Volmoed Trust

Von Abercron Residence

Backpacking

If you love meeting new people and making friends wherever you go, backpacker or hostel accommodation is an ideal option for you. Typically, you pay for a single bed in a room which others will share, but most backpackers also offer private rooms as well. Here are some options for backpackers in Hermanus:

Hermanus Backpackers

Fisherhaven Traveller’s Lodge

Zzzone Boutique Hostel

Camping

Staying outdoors amongst fauna and flora, under the stars and sky has huge appeal for many – especially in beautiful South Africa! Whether you’re glamping or really want to rough it, camping really allows you to appreciate all that Mother Nature has to offer. Here’s our picks for camping spots in Hermanus:

Onrus Caravan Park

Habonim Campsite

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