The Marine

Perched on top of the cliffs at Hermanus, The Marine offers first-class splendour and elegance and a spectacular seascape, with imposing views extending across Western Cape’s Walker Bay and beyond.

The rooms and suites are individually and stylishly decorated and have magnificent views of the sea, the mountains or The Marine’s beautiful internal courtyard and finely manicured gardens.

Stroll along the cliff path overlooking Hermanus Bay or have a dip in the tidal pool right in front of the hotel. Enjoy exquisite dining or sip a glass of local wine in the lounge, where there is nothing but 3,000 miles of ocean between you and the South Pole.

From June until December, Hermanus offers some of the best land-based whale watching in the world and at The Marine you don't even have to get out of bed to experience it.

Rooms: 43
Rate: 1500 - 7150 ZAR

A comprehensive list of treatments and facilities at Carchele Beauty Spa promises an experience that soothes your body, mind and spirit.

The modern and stylish Collection Boutique offers an extensive range of gifts, from clothing and local craft items to books and fine jewellery. Gifts can be packaged and posted both nationally and internationally.

A wide range of tours and activities in and around the Overberg area, with or without personal guides, are available at the Travel Desk. Assistance with hotel, air and car rental bookings is also provided.

Dine at The Pavilion in a relaxed and informal way surrounded by magnificent ambience, sea views and a floating wine cellar! The restaurant is open daily for breakfast, and from Tuesday to Saturday for dinner.

The Seafood at The Marine is open daily for lunch and dinner. The style is informal and busy, with emphasis on exquisite décor, friendly service and the freshness of the fish from Walker Bay. The open kitchen gives you a close-up view of the frenetic activity.

On entering the hotel, you can enjoy the warm and inviting Sun Lounge, with views of the sea and an excellent cocktail bar.

The Seafood Express One Plate Café offers a light seafood menu, which you can sample while enjoying the sights and flavours of Walker Bay. It is open from 1 September until 31 March.

■ By car

From the N2:
▪ Take the R43 at Botrivier, following the signs towards Hermanus, which is 29 kilometres from the N2 (the R43 forms the main street in Hermanus).
▪ Continue through the town to the traffic lights, which are situated by a sharp left turn at the end of the main street. Follow the street round to the left.
▪ Continue on for approximately 500 metres until you reach the stop sign at the crossroads. Turn right at the crossroads.
▪ The hotel is immediately on your left.

In the event of early departure, the total price of the reservation will be charged.