Greater Hermanus

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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(13 area reviews)

Whale watching, seaside views, and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Shopping Centre while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Hermanus City-Centre
Best breakfast with a view ever#greatjob#Birkenhead#<3

Voelklip

4.5/5(5 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
Sunset on the cliff path 💛

Westcliff

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

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

Westcliff
About the last whale in Hermanus this Year.

Eastcliff

4/5(1 area review)

While Eastcliff might 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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Kwaaiwater

Though Kwaaiwater might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Voelklip Beach and Kammabaai Beach.

Kwaaiwater
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Fernkloof

5/5(1 area review)

Fernkloof might not have many top sights, but Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fernkloof
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads Hermanus Western Cape
$122 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
$141 total
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (243 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 Jan 12, 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
21 Marine Drive Hermanus Western Cape
$118 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
$137 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (251 reviews)
Great location (only a 5 minute walk to the centre of Hermanus) and the sea view from our room was lovely. Staff were friendly and engaging, and nothing was too much trouble.

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa

Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa

5 out of 5
R44 Kleinmond Kleinmond Western Cape
$227 nightly
The price is $261 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$261 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kleinmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions SA Forest Adventures Kleinmond and Kogelberg ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (272 reviews)
Marvellous stay
This was a true 5 star hotel. The services were great, and the fact that they had a play area and program for the kids...genius idea.

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2025

Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa
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 WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (243 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 Jan 12, 2026

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Spatalla Holiday Homes

Spatalla Holiday Homes

4 out of 5
99 3rd Avenue Kleinmond Western Cape
Stay at this vacation home in Kleinmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions SA Forest Adventures Kleinmond and Kogelberg Biosphere ...
A spacious, well appointed property that was perfect for our needs.

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2023

Spatalla Holiday Homes
Oom Piet Self Catering Accomodation

Oom Piet Self Catering Accomodation

3 out of 5
6 Fabriek Street Gansbaai Western Cape
Stay at this apartment in Gansbaai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Gansbaai Harbor and Danger Point Lighthouse are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
It is a very nice location. Overall, value for money stay. The price is amazing for the stay of 3 with 2 separate rooms. It made a lot more convenient. Taps felt little old as the hot water was not convenient. And stove was just 2 burners and small grill, small toaster. There was no towel hanging ...

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Oom Piet Self Catering Accomodation
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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