Enjoying one the most prominent of positions in the heart of the Old Harbour area of Hermanus, Harbour House Hotel is flanked by the sea and the bustling center of this holiday town. The magnificent Lookout Terrace invites guests to relax and enjoy the soothing sounds and sights of the sea while enjoying a lazy lunch inspired by the local produce at the restaurant or savouring a sundowner from the Wine Bar. Be sure to stroll along the mesmerizing cliff path and potter around the art galleries, cafes and craft markets in the village. Hermanus is known as one of the world's best land based whale-watching towns from June to December, so a visit to the region during the Whale Festival is an absolute must. Harbour House Hotel is located within easy walking distance of the town's top attractions including whale watching sites, markets, restaurants and street cafès.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Stay in the historical thatched seaside Manor House (built in 1920), which offers intimate, romantic rooms, all with views. The contemporary Cape Cod style new wing, overlooks the vibrant Hermanus Harbour and the Overberg Mountains in the distance. The 18 rooms in this wing, with kitchenettes, are on three levels. Some with harbour views and others with mountain, village and partial sea views. The contemporary décor is neutral and uncluttered, with soft white leather furnishings, delicate drapes and relaxing paintings. All the units have wide sliding doors opening from the comfy sitting areas out to private balconies. The Harbour Square wing also enjoys splendid views of the mountains that tower behind Hermanus, as well as views over the cliff top path to the ocean below. Accommodation is offered in 18 rooms, nine modern and comfortable standard rooms and nine suites which include a separate lounge and kitchenette, with a muted colour scheme and minimalistic modern interiors. Some standard rooms include a balcony while all suites guarantee one.

LE PARADIS APARTMENTS

Five stylish 2-bedroom duplex self-catering apartments offer beautiful ocean views from the patio, lounge and main bedroom.