The Marine Hermanus

5.0 star property
5-star beach hotel with 2 restaurants

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Cocktail bar
Premier Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Cocktail bar
Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Marine Drive, Walker Bay, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200
  • Place, Old Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Village Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

Luxury Double Room, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premier Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 840 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Hermanus

Hermanus City-Centre stay.At this Hermanus City-Centre hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Village Square and Old Harbour. Whale Museum and Shopping Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Old Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Whale Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Village Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cliff Path - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pear Tree - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Oskars Cafe & Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fusion Cafe, Hermanus - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Char'd Grill & Wine Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bientang's Cave Restaurant Hermanus - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Marine Hermanus

5-star beach hotel with 2 restaurants
The Marine Hermanus offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A fitness center, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Marine Hermanus. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Hermanus hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Marine Hermanus offers 40 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary weekday newspapers and hair dryers. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 265 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1350.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 265 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 1350.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Hermanus Marine
Marine Hermanus
Marine Hotel Hermanus
Marine Hermanus Hotel
The Marine Hotel Hermanus
The Marine Hermanus Hotel Hermanus
The Marine Hermanus Hotel
Marine Hotel
The Marine Hermanus Hotel
The Marine Hermanus Hermanus
The Marine Hermanus Hotel Hermanus

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Marine Hermanus to the airport?

The Marine Hermanus is 66.8 mi (88-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Marine Hermanus?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Marine Hermanus on Jun 30, 2026 start from $387, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Marine Hermanus have an airport shuttle?

The Marine Hermanus offers an airport shuttle.

How close is The Marine Hermanus to the beach?

This hotel is 2.6 mi (6-min drive) from Kammabaai Beach and 2.8 mi (6-min drive) from Voelklip Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Marine Hermanus offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Marine Hermanus, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 265 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Marine Hermanus?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Marine Hermanus?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Marine Hermanus?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Marine Hermanus have a pool?

The Marine Hermanus features an outdoor pool.

Does The Marine Hermanus have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local cuisine, ocean views, and light fare.

Does The Marine Hermanus have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, body scrubs, and sports massages.

How close is The Marine Hermanus to downtown Hermanus?

The Marine Hermanus is 0.7 mi away from Hermanus.

The Marine Hermanus Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 206 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saeeda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, location, food and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Outstanding hotel, exceptional staff, delicious food and perfect location. The sort of hotel that people return to again and again. Made my parents birthday really special.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Excelleng stay and amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional staff, beautiful hotel, amazing attention to detail- the flowers throughout the hotel were stunning- and the views perfect. A truly special place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice Room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a stunning location with excellent staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Terrific hotel and personnel who did their utmost to make our stay special! Very kind and helping, and even gave us a room upgrade which was immensely appreciated for our engagement celebration! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
World class, old world luxury hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff, Fabulous location, Fabulous hotel. Can’t fault it !!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at The Marine. The staff was extremely kind and helpful and the room and lounge were beautifully decorated. Also, it is conveniently located on the cliff path and near the shop, which was perfect. We highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an outstanding stay at a wonderful stylish place overlooking the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with friendly staff and a perfect location for a Hermanus stay and we were able to see whales from the grounds of the hotel
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location

Great hotel in a perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Le

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Views and professional hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Charming stay at The Marine where all the staff were so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and grounds - larger than average rooms with very comfortable beds and great views of the ocean. 5 minutes walk to town centre for all restaurants however hotel food was very good too. Pool area and spa wonderful too !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kieron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and welcoming

Lovely location. Service was excelllent. Sharon in the bar area was fab ! Hotel was comfortable and spotless. A little more traditional in parts but think it’s being updated soon.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beate Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice rooms, good breakfast, staff very friendly. They also have a great spa, had a fantastic massage there. I would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

short break in Hermanos

Just an absolutely lovely hotel right in the centre of hermanos. Staff excellent in both restaurants or spa
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the property was immaculate. The staff are superb. Definitely recommend the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place. No whales tho
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service is fantastic, they make you feel so special, room is immaculate with lovely little touches like a hot water bottle in your bed at night.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cape Town escape

A beautiful hotel with all the old world charm and modern amenities. They provided a beautiful cot for our baby with the cutest bedding we’ve seen. We also loved the heated outdoor saltwater pool a rarity in the cape. Great spot for families and couples alike.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This beautiful hotel is in the most breathtaking location with magical sea views. The service is exemplary. The rooms are comfortable, spotless and beautifully decorated. This is a truly special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service so friendly and helpful !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024