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The Vishuis

Guest house

7 Hope Street

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
16 mentions

Central spacious and clean

Location, spacious room, everything you needed

Comfortable rooms
14 mentions

Located right in the center of the village, yet wonderfully quiet

Gorgeous interiors and lovely spacious room and bathroom

Clean rooms
5 mentions

Location Clean, comfortable, large room Secure parking Friendly staff Easy walki…

Location is excellent ; you can walk everywhere and the rooms are beautiful and…

Friendly staff
4 mentions

Friendly greeting when we arrived and lots of helpful advice

Marc is a great host and very accommodating

Parking available
4 mentions

Great walkable location to explore Hermanus and safe and secure parking (there i…

It's in a secure gated area and there is off street secure parking

Breakfast available
2 mentions

And just across the street, slightly diagonal, we enjoyed amazing breakfasts

A Nespresso machine is provided, and there are plenty of lovely cafés nearby for…

Overview

The Vishuis is a fisherman's cottage, situated in the centre of Hermanus. This refurbished heritage building has a garden and splash pool. The individually decorated rooms are situated around the courtyard and offer a seating area and TV. Vishuis is stylishly decorated with an extensive collection of contemporary South African art. There is a seating area and a kitchen. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. Bike hire is available nearby and the area is popular for seasonal whale watching, golfing and horse riding. The Vishuis provides free private parking available on site, and Cape Town International is 78 km from the property.

Traveller reviews

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Brigitte

couple

April 13, 2026

10

Lovely stay

All!

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David

solo_traveller

April 6, 2026

9

Great

Central spacious and clean

E

Edith

couple

March 30, 2026

10

Lovely guest house, very easy check in and Marc was very helpful. Fab location to walk to local restaurants

Location, spacious room, everything you needed

B

Beata

couple

March 29, 2026

10

This was a fantastic place! Located right in the center of the village, yet wonderfully quiet. Everything was within walking distance — the beach and all the restaurants along the promenade. And just across the street, slightly diagonal, we enjoyed amazing breakfasts! Highly recommended!

A

Amelia

couple

March 16, 2026

10

Comfortable stay in gorgeous room

Gorgeous interiors and lovely spacious room and bathroom. Friendly greeting when we arrived and lots of helpful advice. Great walkable location to explore Hermanus and safe and secure parking (there is a new electric gate not on the photos!)

J

Jackie

couple

March 11, 2026

9

was good

Good location Spacious accommodation

W

Wendy

couple

March 2, 2026

10

Perfect Location

Location Clean, comfortable, large room Secure parking Friendly staff Easy walking distance from shops and restaurants Cliff walk a must if able. Can walk from accommodation

S

Susanne

solo_traveller

February 26, 2026

9

Beautiful, v

I stayed at studio #1 which was spacious, very quiet, beautifully furnished and kitted with all one could possibly need. Very small fridge with mini freezer compartment was sufficient. Besides ketgle and Nespresso machine (capsules provided as was mil, water and a little bubbly) there was nothing to prepare a meal but restaurants are within 5 min walking distance. Perfect, quiet, safe. Will definitely come again!

G

Geoffrey

extended_group

February 17, 2026

10

A gem of a place to stay in the heart of Hermanus

I love the central location of the Vishuis. I have stayed here on a number of occasions and it's a really comfortable place to stay. It's in a secure gated area and there is off street secure parking. It's walkable to everywhere in the town. The cottages are tastefully decorated with some nice artwork. Marc is a great host and very accommodating. There's free tea, coffee, sugar and snacks available. My friends were in the one bedroom cottage, which has the added benefit of being able to get together to cook and eat. There was an abundance of crockery, glasses, cutlery, pots and pans.

R

Russell

couple

February 15, 2026

10

Brilliant spot. In centre of town but very quiet and safe. 2 min from all top restaurants and bars

Needs a good fan or aircon on those very hot days

A

Andrew

couple

February 11, 2026

10

Beautifully decorated and cottage in the heart of Hermanus.

Perfectly located, on a quiet street close to everything.

D

Diana

couple

January 14, 2026

10

beautifully styled, lovingly maintained, and full of character

Marc is an exceptionally warm, friendly, and uncomplicated host. From the very first moment, we felt welcome and well taken care of. His tips (where to go, where to ride our MTB) were fantastic, and his incredible eye for design and detail is reflected in every corner of The Vishuis — beautifully styled, lovingly maintained, and full of character. The charming little house is tastefully and artistically decorated and located in a wonderfully quiet and safe area, within easy walking distance to the ocean. Waking up there feels peaceful and inspiring. A Nespresso machine is provided, and there are plenty of lovely cafés nearby for a relaxed breakfast. This is a truly special place with a creative soul — we can wholeheartedly recommend this unique accommodation and would return in a heartbeat.

T

Toni

couple

January 8, 2026

10

Lovely stay in central Hermanus

Location is excellent ; you can walk everywhere and the rooms are beautiful and clean with a lovely little splash pool.

T

Trish

couple

January 7, 2026

10

A very happy stay, wish it could have been for longer.

Charming property close to town.

A

Annerie

couple

December 27, 2025

9

Excellent

Location, well equipped, spacious

R

Rod

couple

December 22, 2025

10

Beyond every expectation - thoroughly recommend

Location, spaciousness, comfort, cleanliness, very well equipped and full of interesting article and books. Felt very safe.cantvthinknof anything

M

Michael

couple

December 16, 2025

10

A wonderful affordable property in central Hermanus.

Everything, it suited us (an elderly couple) perfectly. Marc was welcoming both on arrival and departure. A couple of questions prior to our stay were answered rapidly. I can’t remember a larger shower. The living area is huge. The art work was fascinating, the courtyard delightful. The position of the accommodation was a very short walk away from central Hermanus. Marc offered wise suggestions about the use of our time.

E

Eve

couple

November 30, 2025

10

Fantastic stay in Hermanus!

What a fantastic place to stay! Marc greeted us in person to show us around and give us lots of great tips and recommendations. The owners are clearly very proud of their property and treat it with care and consideration. The villa was gorgeously decorated with really nice art and plenty of style and character. Walking distance to the sea and restaurants. Highly recommend!

S

shaun

couple

November 25, 2025

10

A really cute property with secure parking central to everything you will love it here

Location

R

Romanie

couple

November 1, 2025

9

Great stay in the city centre of Hermanus

Perfect stay in the centre of Hermanus… warmly greeted by Marc upon arrival, beautiful interior and garden. Safe and secure parking on site. Walking distance to the cliff path, quiet, clean,… everything you could wish for.

Facilities

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Activities

Tennis court, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling

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, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

General

WiFi available in all areas, Adult only, Non-smoking throughout, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Outdoor pool, BBQ facilities, Garden

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming pool, Plunge pool, Pool/beach towels, Swimming Pool

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Security alarm

Safety features

Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests

Deluxe Double Room

This double room offers a fireplace. Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double Room

Guests will have a special experience as this double room provides a fireplace. Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double Room

This double room's standout feature is the fireplace. Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Suite

This suite's standout feature is the fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this spacious suite also is comprised of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the kitchen. The suite also has a barbecue. This suite features a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with cable channels, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 100 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 17:00
Check-outFrom 06:00 until 10:00
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 printPlease 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. Dear 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. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:52 AM

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