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Birkenhead House

Hotel

119 11th Street

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$13,807

Includes taxes and charges

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$13,807

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
11 mentions

The staff were very friendly and helpful

Amazing,knowledgable, kind and friendly staff

Great location
8 mentions

Stunning location above the beach

It’s actually that unique blend of the true boutique hotel atmosphere (a term th…

Comfortable rooms
5 mentions

Beautiful rooms with such comfortable beds

Well, barely 20 minutes after our arrival — after the tour of our room and the e…

Clean rooms
1 mentions

Our room(5) even has its own beautiful,clean,heated pool

Breakfast available
1 mentions

Breakfast in the terrace was the perfection

Pool
1 mentions

Overview

Set between two of Hermanus's best swimming beaches, Birkenhead House offers luxury accommodation in individually decorated suites. This premium hotel is short drive from the Hemel-en-Arde Valley where guests can visit top class wine estates. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. Some units include a seating area for your convenience. Certain rooms have views of the sea or mountains. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. The hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. Enjoy lunch and a selection of wines on the patio while taking in the best views of the Atlantic Ocean, and spot some whales during whale season. There is also a spa and 2 swimming pools at the hotel. Your stay includes all meals, local beverages, snacks, a full mini-bar, laundry and transfers to and from Hermanus town centre. Village Square is 3.6 km from Birkenhead House, while Hamilton Russel Vineyards is 5 km away. Cape Town International Airport is 80 km from the property.

Traveller reviews

B

Beverley

couple

March 9, 2026

8

The staff were very friendly and helpful.

J

Jane

couple

January 28, 2026

10

Probably the most tasteful “beach house” on the planet.

Pure perfection. Like coming home. BH is my favourite hotel in the world. Stunning location above the beach. Spectacular views. Beautiful rooms with such comfortable beds. Amazing,knowledgable, kind and friendly staff. The furnishings throughout the house are next level. Not like a hotel but like being a house guest in the most exceptional home. Fabulous food and drinks. Everything is thought of down to chocolate and popcorn in bedroom and little nightlights so one can find one’s way around in the dark. Even had all my washing done after 2 weeks away. Everything is included in the room rate so no surprises. Our room(5) even has its own beautiful,clean,heated pool. To Shane and his staff: Thank you for yet another fantastic stay. I leave a little piece of my heart here each time I’m here. I’ve run out of superlatives but it is all of the above and even more!

A

Axel

couple

October 12, 2025

10

A unique atmosphere in a stunning setting!

Let me start this review with a little spoiler: we had originally booked just one night, as a stopover on our road trip along the Garden Route. Well, barely 20 minutes after our arrival — after the tour of our room and the entire hotel, all the way to the terrace with that breathtaking view — we booked an extra night. It was love at first sight with Birkenhead House! What a hotel! How often do you still see that these days, by the way: people taking the time to show you not just your room, but the whole hotel? You can really feel how proud everyone here is — and rightly so! Having all meals and drinks included in the rate is also an incredible asset. And rest assured, no crowded buffets here, but friendly and discreet table service for your meals, as well as in the lounges or out on the terrace for a drink. Top-notch! Oh, and excellent beds too, featuring the best sleep aid in the world: the sound of the ocean! It’s actually that unique blend of the true boutique hotel atmosphere (a term that’s often overused but absolutely fitting here), the in-cre-di-ble location perched on the cliffs with (literally!) views of breaching whales behind the surfers, the intimacy, the delicious food & drinks, the stunning views from almost every spot, and — above all! — the wonderful staff, that make this hotel so exceptional. A huge thank you to the entire team for making our stay at Birkenhead House an absolute highlight of our trip! (...and thank God our room was available for that extra night!) :-)

G

Giudicianni

couple

September 16, 2025

10

All has been superb

position, service, room. fantastic restaurant. Super employees: you feel like a king.

S

Simon Pack

couple

April 8, 2025

10

Exceeds expectations every time .

How can you not like that view of the food.

R

richard

couple

March 28, 2025

10

Great staff and a very relaxing stay

Delightful: excellent choices

K

Kristin

solo_traveller

March 17, 2025

10

A wonderful experience that I hope to enjoy again

The hotel is beautifully designed. Elegant yet comfortable/cozy. The staff was attentive, friendly and so helpful. The location is perfect. I enjoyed being a bit further out of town and the immediate access to the cliff trail. Breakfast in the terrace was the perfection. My massage was also a delightful experience.

N

Nawab

extended_group

February 19, 2025

10

Best hotel in South Africa

Spectacular property. Service impeccable.

D

DF

couple

September 30, 2024

8

Location is perfect.

C

CRISTINA

couple

September 10, 2024

9

Definitely worth a visit

staff were attentive , facilities were amazing , food was excellent

R

Roderick

couple

April 1, 2024

10

Everything about this property, it's location and the Staff's service and attention to detail.

Beautiful location, beautifully presented.

G

Gillian

couple

January 15, 2024

10

Perfect!

Amazing hotel in a perfect location. Staff went above and beyond.

J

John

couple

January 13, 2024

10

Super chill beachside lodge, with great people who make you feel at home.

Stunning beachside location

P

Phil

couple

December 9, 2023

10

Absolutely beautiful. Flawless in every way.

C

Colin

couple

February 23, 2023

10

Perfect stay .Our favourite place to stay and amazing location

Food was exceptional and ambience perfect Staff or really friendly & helpful too

L

Louise

solo_traveller

November 16, 2022

10

a most enjoyable stay in every way

beautiful location ,charming staff,delicious food

A

Alex

couple

November 9, 2022

9

Fantastic place all round. Service was exceptional, rooms and abience are fantastic and food and drinks are lovely and plemtiful. Amazing time!

D

Disebo

couple

July 8, 2022

10

Luxurious, and homey experience

The interior decor, the architecture, the antique feel of the place.

Facilities

Activities

Fitness centre, Golf course (within 3 km), Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Beachfront, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Manicure, Pedicure, Body scrub, Body wrap, Spa facilities, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Head massage, Fitness, Beach

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Food & Drink

Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered

General

WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Heating, Allergy-free room

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Street parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming pool

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Shuttle service, Car hire, Tour desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Luggage storage, Valet parking

Deluxe Superior Room

Featuring a balcony with sea views, this double room comes with a minibar and seating area. It is equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player and the private bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower.

Max 2 guests 38 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Luxury Room

Offering a view of the pool from the patio, this well appointed room comes with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower.

Max 2 guests 36 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Standard Room

A picture of opulence and comfort, this double room features a balcony with mountain views. This air-conditioned and luxurious room has a seating area and is equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower.

Max 2 guests 35 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior Room

This air-conditioned double room offers mountain and sea views. It is equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player and includes a seating area.

Max 2 guests 36 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 14:30
Check-outFrom 11:00 until 11:30
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPayment via a Paygate is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. All bookings from 1 March 2022 will have a Community and Conservation fee that will be charged in addition to the accommodation. This non-profit fee goes towards our community and conservation projects. The property will contact you with further details.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:52 AM

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