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La Fontaine Guest House Hermanus

Guest house

33 Marine Drive

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
13 mentions

Location, very comfortable room overlooking the ocean

Well presented and pleasant location

Comfortable rooms
10 mentions

Cosy living room and nice atmosphere and very warm welcome from Natasha and Clar…

We loved the room and location of the guesthouse

Friendly staff
9 mentions

Delicious breakfast, great staff

Our welcoming host Clarise was just amazing, and looked after us from even befor…

Breakfast available
6 mentions

Good breakfast

We enjoyed the breakfast buffet and ordered hot food too

Clean rooms
1 mentions

The room design was modern, clean, and very comfortable, with thoughtful details…

Good value
1 mentions

Stayed in an ocean-facing room and honestly the views alone made the trip worth …

Overview

This rustic guest house with stunning ocean views is situated in the middle of the Cape Whale Route in Hermanus. It features individually decorated rooms and an outdoor swimming pool. All accommodation offers cosy decorations and views of the ocean or the hotel’s private garden. Each room is equipped with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV, as well as minibar and electric kettle. Guests can relax by the private outdoor pool during summer or stroll along the nearby cliff path in winter. La Fontaine’s cosy lounge is a pleasant spot to sample local wines by the open fireplace. A daily English breakfast is served in the dining area or out on the patio featuring panoramic views across the bay. La Fontaine Guest House is a short walk to the quaint Hermanus village centre with galleries, shops and restaurants. Walker Bay Beach is under 10 minutes’ drive away.

Traveller reviews

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Julia

couple

June 3, 2026

9

So good, we would return should we visit Hermanus again

Location, very comfortable room overlooking the ocean. Quiet. Delicious breakfast, great staff. And Natasha could not do enough to make our stay memorable.

J

Jane

family_with_children

May 28, 2026

8

Great overnight stay - friendly staff, well appointed facility.

Well presented and pleasant location.

C

CHERYL

solo_traveller

May 25, 2026

10

Great location

M

Martin

solo_traveller

May 22, 2026

9

Nice guesthouse at Hermanus with personal service.

Cosy living room and nice atmosphere and very warm welcome from Natasha and Clarise. Good suggestions for diner at Char’d and trip to close by wineries. Nice stay at Bosman winery. Good breakfast

A

Andreea Alexandra

couple

May 20, 2026

10

Amazing luxury hotel room

Stayed in an ocean-facing room and honestly the views alone made the trip worth it. Waking up to the sound of the waves and seeing the ocean from the room was incredible. The location was perfect — close to everything while still feeling peaceful and relaxing. The room design was modern, clean, and very comfortable, with thoughtful details throughout. One unexpected highlight: the heated toilet seat in the bathroom — such a small luxury but it made the stay feel extra high-end. Overall, a beautiful hotel with amazing views, great design, and a perfect location. Would definitely stay again.

E

Emily

couple

May 11, 2026

10

Beautifully decorated stay and friendly staff right by the Ocean

We loved the room and location of the guesthouse

O

Olga

solo_traveller

May 5, 2026

10

Feel blessed to spend weekend in this gorgeous place. And as I said to manager I wish I’ll be able to come back here for

Authentic sophisticated style of all the building details made me feel like I’m in someone’s stunning home

C

Charl

extended_group

May 3, 2026

10

Perfect stay in Hermanus

Beautiful place in what is possibly the best location in Hermanus. Our welcoming host Clarise was just amazing, and looked after us from even before we arrived until we drove out the gates.

J

Jessica

couple

May 1, 2026

10

Everything

S

Scott

extended_group

April 25, 2026

8

It is an older hotel with lots of character and in a good location (10 to 15 minute walk into the centre). We enjoyed sitting by the pool overlooking the sea. The beds were very comfortable.

L

Losha

couple

April 19, 2026

9

Beautiful property, perfect location that needs a little TLC

Perfect location with the most helpful and friendliest staff.

N

Natalie

couple

April 19, 2026

10

Beautiful, charming, wonderful location, perfect!

Excellent location with perfect views over the ocean. The suite was enormous and the huge terrace was incredible! We sat there and watched the dolphins! We enjoyed the breakfast buffet and ordered hot food too! We wish we could have stayed longer than 2 nights!

J

Jessie

solo_traveller

April 14, 2026

4

Not value for money for the type of facility

Bed

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LINDA

solo_traveller

April 12, 2026

10

Cosy stay in the heart of Hermanus.

Lovely cozy atmosphere, with traditional touches, but modern facilities like heated towel rails and coffee machines. Unbeatable ocean views and lovely garden. Very helpful and accommodating hostess, Clarise. Saw dolphins and whales every morning. 😃

S

suzanne

family_with_children

March 30, 2026

10

Exceptional stay. Book 2 nights.

Just stunning, perfect location. The room was just divine. The bed was exceptionally comfortable. My only regret is that we didn’t book two nights.

H

Helen

solo_traveller

March 24, 2026

10

Excellent.

Staff were amazing, especially Natasha and Clarice. Natasha was very kind lending me an air conditioning machine due to my medical issues. Clarice was very helpful, nothing was too much trouble. All the staff were kind and friendly though. The rooms are lovely, breakfast is really fabulous.

G

Gerard

couple

March 8, 2026

8

Location and staff were fabulous.

L

Lynda

couple

March 6, 2026

9

We would definitely return in the future with iut hesitation ( though not to the family suite)

The staff makes this place an absolute gem. So welcoming and helpful, they really give the guest house a homely feeling. Fantastic location, delicious breakfast.

J

juli

solo_traveller

March 2, 2026

10

Amazing place , made our trip

The location , the room and the staff

S

Shirley

couple

March 1, 2026

10

So happy we chose it

Staff. Comfortable room. Breakfast.

Facilities

Activities

Walking tours, Bike tours

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, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options, Wine/champagne

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Heating

Internet

WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi

Outdoors

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

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Pool with view, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool cover

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Security alarm, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

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, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available

Self check-in

Check-in kiosk in the lobby

Services

Shuttle service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Car hire, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry

Standard Double Room with Sea View

Includes a private balcony with sea views.

Max 2 guests 18 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double or Twin Room with Garden View

Includes a private outdoor patio with furnishing.

Max 2 guests 18 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Honeymoon Suite

Large suite including a lounge area, dressing room, full bathroom and private balcony with sea views.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Standard Double or Twin Room with Mountain View

Upstairs room with a private balcony overlooking the mountains.

Max 2 guests 18 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Suite

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite is comprised of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The suite offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Suite with Sea View

The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The suite features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Family Suite

Features 2 separate bedrooms. An additional cot can be provided upon request.

Max 4 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite with Garden View

Featuring a private entrance, this spacious suite also is comprised of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 52 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite with Sea View

The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bidet. The suite features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 42 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 13:00 to 18:00
Check-outFrom 08:00 until 11:00
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 printDear visitor, within this region we are currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:52 AM

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