Greater Hermanus Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Why don’t you see penguins in Britain? Because they’re afraid of Wales 😂
Ok, this is a very stupid joke, but penguins live almost exclusively in the Southern Hemisphere, with only one species, the Galapagos penguin, found north of the equator.

#nature #penguin #southafrica
Why don’t you see penguins in Britain? Because they’re afraid of Wales 😂
Ok, this is a very stupid joke, but penguins live almost exclusively in the Southern Hemisphere, with only one species, the Galapagos penguin, found north of the equator.

#nature #penguin #southafrica
There's a penguin colony in South Africa which is less touristic and overpriced than the more famous Boulders Beach penguin colony. It's Stony point penguin colony, where you can observe penguins in an almost unspoiled area

#nature #southafrica #penguins
This is the lighthouse at Cape Hangklip
Eye of Soron

Where to stay in Greater Hermanus

#windyday #winteriscoming

Hermanus City-Centre

5/5(19 area reviews)

Whale watching, seaside views and shopping are some highlights of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Shopping Centre while you're exploring.

Hermanus City-Centre
Sunset on the cliff path 💛

Westcliff

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Seaside views, whale watching and waterfront views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westcliff. Check out Cliff Path or New Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Westcliff
Best breakfast with a view ever#greatjob#Birkenhead#<3

Voelklip

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Beaches, whale watching and mountain views are some highlights of Voelklip. Make a stop by Voelklip Beach or Grotto Beach while you're exploring.

Voelklip
About the last whale in Hermanus this Year.

Eastcliff

5/5(4 area reviews)

While Eastcliff may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Harbour and Cliff Path.

Eastcliff
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Fernkloof

While Fernkloof isn't home to many top sights, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fernkloof
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Chanteclair

When in Chanteclair, you can plan a visit to Whale Coast Mall and Cliff Path, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chanteclair
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads Hermanus Western Cape
The price is Rp1.564.697 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
Rp1.564.697
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Shopping Centre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
The place was very clean and spacious with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and big balcony. The kitchen was well equipped with a dishwasher, etc. The air conditioning was nice upstairs in the bedroom but there was none downstairs in the living room and dining room. The breakfast was delicious and cooked ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
21 Marine Drive Hermanus Western Cape
The price is Rp1.985.639 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
Rp1.985.639
per night
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
Esplanade Hermanus

Esplanade Hermanus

63 Marine Dr Hermanus Western Cape
The price is Rp3.547.014 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
Rp3.547.014
per night
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
Lovely hotel right on seafront - I had a pool facing room but great facilities for a self catering stay with washing machine and dishwasher installed. Very clean with comfortable bed and lounge areas. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Esplanade Hermanus
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Shopping Centre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
The place was very clean and spacious with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and big balcony. The kitchen was well equipped with a dishwasher, etc. The air conditioning was nice upstairs in the bedroom but there was none downstairs in the living room and dining room. The breakfast was delicious and cooked ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Hermanus Heights Villa

Hermanus Heights Villa

3.5 out of 5
37 Raed na Gael Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this apartment in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Hermanus Country Market are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
This was really large and fantastic.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Hermanus Heights Villa
Kenjockity

Kenjockity

4 out of 5
15 Church Street Hermanus Western Cape
Stay at this apartment in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and patios. Popular attractions Shopping Centre and Whale Museum are located nearby.
Kenjockity
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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