Harbour House Hotel enjoys the most prominent of positions in the heart of the Old Harbour area, flanked by the seaside and the bustling center of this holiday town. The magnificent Lookout Terrace invites guests to revel in the soothing surrounds of the ocean ahead and enjoy a lunch from the restaurant inspired by abundant local produce and fresh ingredients, alternatively savour a sundowner from the Wine Bar in the Pavilion.Guests are offered a choice of accommodation from the historical architecture of the thatched roof seaside Manor House built in 1920, to the contemporary New Wing and Harbour Square. Rooms are luxuriously appointed with sophisticated modern décor, all within easy walking distance of the town’s top attractions, whale watching sites, markets, restaurants, street cafés and an abundance of reserved natural splendour.
Rooms
Harbour House Hotel consists of the restored Manor House with intimate Romantic rooms, all with views, the New Wing with 18 spacious rooms, featuring a kitchenette and lounge leading out onto a private balcony as well as Harbour Square, the most recent addition, which boasts 18 modern rooms and suites.Guests are afforded luxury at every turn, from 100% fine white cotton bedding to marble and granite finishes. Sleek lines and carefully curated art pieces add to the modern aesthetic of each room.
Manor House Romantic Rooms
Located in the restored Manor House, these lavish, open-plan rooms are accentuated by stylish décor and quality finishes. Millstone floors, walk-in showers and lavish freestanding solid-cast baths accentuate the feeling of comfort and luxury.Rooms on the ground level have been designed with glass doors maximising the view and a natural flow out to the infinity pool and garden. Each room has a private terrace with patio furniture. Rooms on the upper levels are equally breathtaking, with Juliet balconies offering spectacular views of the ocean and the world-famous whale-watching bay.
Classic Rooms
Located on the lower level at the rear of Harbour House New Wing, with kitchenette.
Club Classic Room
Located on the ground floor of Harbour House New Wing, the room is spacious and features a fireplace. Equipped for wheelchair friendly and family stays.
Premier Room
Located in Harbour House New Wing, these rooms offer partial views from the lower levels at the front and penthouse floor at the rear, with kitchenette.
Luxury Rooms
Situated in Harbour House New Wing, these rooms offer panoramic views of Walker Bay and the ocean from the front, with kitchenette.
Square Classic Rooms
These rooms are located on the lower levels of Harbour Square. Guests staying in Harbour Square rooms are hosted by Village & Life’s iconic Harbour House Hotel and are afforded the luxury to make use of the pool, restaurant, wine bar and salon at the hotel.
Square Luxury Rooms
Located in Harbour Square, these rooms offer partial sea and market views. Guests staying in Harbour Square rooms are hosted by Village & Life’s iconic Harbour House Hotel and are afforded the luxury to make use of the pool, restaurant, wine bar and salon at the hotel.
Square Classic Suites
Located on the lower level of Harbour Square, with a fully equipped kitchen and living area. Guests staying in Harbour Square suites are hosted by Village & Life’s iconic Harbour House Hotel and are afforded the luxury to make use of the pool, restaurant, wine bar and salon at the hotel.
Square Luxury Suites
Located in Harbour Square, with fully equipped kitchen and living area and views of Walker Bay. Guests staying in Harbour Square suites are hosted by Village & Life’s iconic Harbour House Hotel and are afforded the luxury to make use of the pool, restaurant, wine bar and salon at the hotel.
Square Travellers Room
These rooms are located on the lower levels of Harbour Square. Guests staying in Harbour Square rooms are hosted by Village & Life’s iconic Harbour House Hotel and are afforded the luxury to make use of the pool, restaurant, wine bar and salon at the hotel.
Serviced Apartments
We offer luxury serviced apartments all situated within walking distance of Harbour House Hotel. Facilities include secure parking bays. Immaculately clean, perfectly maintained and prepared to detailed specifications, all of these stylish 2 bedroom duplex self-catering apartments offer beautiful ocean views from the patio, lounge and main bedroom
APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS
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Dining
The magnificent Lookout Terrace invites guests to revel in the soothing surrounds of the ocean ahead and enjoy a lunch from the restaurant inspired by abundant local produce and fresh ingredients, alternatively savour a sundowner from the Wine Bar in the Pavilion.
Restaurant
The restaurant, situated in the restored Manor House, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner inspired by abundant local produce and fresh ingredients.
The Pavilion
Our beautiful Pavilion provides a relaxed, covered outdoor area that is characterised by its simplicity and adorned with local wine barrels and a trad…
Wine Bar
The Wine Bar offers a selection of renowned beverages, from beer sourced from the Birkenhead Brewery in Standford, to bottled craft beer and the award…
Restaurant
The restaurant, situated in the restored Manor House, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner inspired by abundant local produce and fresh ingredients.
View on mapThe Pavilion
Our beautiful Pavilion provides a relaxed, covered outdoor area that is characterised by its simplicity and adorned with local wine barrels and a traditional vintage wine press. Guests can enjoy breakfast and lunch in this afresco setting accompanied by the gentle sound of the water fountain in the background.
View on mapWine Bar
The Wine Bar offers a selection of renowned beverages, from beer sourced from the Birkenhead Brewery in Standford, to bottled craft beer and the award-winning wines so commonly associated with the lush vineyards of the Overberg region. The natural flow out of the bar to the Pavilion, Lookout Terrace and dazzling infinity pool ensures a sundowner experience second to none.
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Recreation
Being perfectly located above the Old Harbour, the hotel's understated luxury is offset by the soothing surrounds of the ocean. The magnificent Lookout Terrace invites guests to relax around the infinity pool overlooking the ocean and savour a sundowner from the pool bar in the Pavilion.
Pool
The hotel’s crowning glory, and arguably the most enjoyable whale watching site, is the magnificent 18 x 4 metre infinity pool. Just a stone's t…
Lookout Terrace
The magnificent Lookout Terrace is arguably the best spot in Hermanus to enjoy whale watching. Guests are invited to sit and enjoy sundowners and cock…
Bicycle rentals
Explore Hermanus at your own pace with a leisurely cycle through the historical village on one of our Johnny Roco bicycles. This is the bike to be see…
Mint Wellness Salon
The salon is situated in the New Wing of the hotel where treatments are performed by internationally qualified therapists who offer an array of treatm…
Pool
The hotel’s crowning glory, and arguably the most enjoyable whale watching site, is the magnificent 18 x 4 metre infinity pool. Just a stone's throw away from the sea, the pool enjoys prime position at the front of the hotel, offering uninterrupted views of the sea through glass wall surrounds and modern, sophisticated finishes.
View on mapLookout Terrace
The magnificent Lookout Terrace is arguably the best spot in Hermanus to enjoy whale watching. Guests are invited to sit and enjoy sundowners and cocktail snacks with sweeping views of Walker Bay.
View on mapBicycle rentals
Explore Hermanus at your own pace with a leisurely cycle through the historical village on one of our Johnny Roco bicycles. This is the bike to be seen on! Ask at reception for price and availability.
View on mapMint Wellness Salon
The salon is situated in the New Wing of the hotel where treatments are performed by internationally qualified therapists who offer an array of treatments including massages, facials, manicures and pedicures.
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Reviews
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Rating
1525 Reviews
Average ratings
TripAdvisor Traveller reviews
MandM1960
Wonderful
A return for us to Harbour house, this time we stayed in a sea view room in the annexe. There is absolutely nothing that could improve this room. Service was excellent, staff are extremely friendly...
19761120
Great holidays
Harbour House hotel is well situated and walking distance to fantastic restaurant's, beautifull views and the whale watching was an amazing experience.
Cheeky C
Hermanus Habour Hotel
Location best in Hermanus. Only breakfast needs dishes or cold starters. Bar closing at 20h00 no time for fun.
