Accommodation Hermanus – Everything you need to know
Accommodation in Hermanus is plentiful and ranges from luxurious five star hotels, exclusive guest houses, gorgeous bed and breakfasts, self-catering houses to backpacking hostels and camping sites. Most parts of the year it is easy to find accommodation in Hermanus, except during the Whale season when thousands of visitors and tourists flock to Hermanus to view hundreds of whales as they parade the coastal shorelines of Hermanus.
Generally accommodation is very affordable all year round except during the Whale season between August and November and peak South African holiday season, December. Because there is such a huge variety and different types of accommodation in Hermanus it is best you know what type of accommodation you are looking for and how long you are planning to stay. If you are planning a short stay there are many bed and breakfasts, guest houses and hotels to choose from. If you are planning a longer visit there are camping and caravan sites and houses to rent on a self-catering basis. Depending on your budget and needs you will need to think about what sort of accommodation is best for you.
How to find accommodation in Hermanus
The best way to find accommodation in Hermanus is by browsing the Internet. Start by typing in phrases like ‘Hermanus Accommodation’, ‘Guest house Hermanus’, ‘Bed and Breakfasts Hermanus’, ‘Hermanus Hotels etc. In most cases the websites will provide reviews from previous visitors which will tell you the ups and downs of staying there.
If you choose to stay in a guest house, bed and breakfast or hotel be sure to include the costs of dining out for supper and lunch into your budget. On the other hand if you decide to stay in a backpacker’s hostel, self-catering flat or house, you will save on accommodation costs but you need to make provision for food for the duration of your stay.
If you really want to dash out, spoil yourself or you and your partner, by choosing one of the incredible seafront guest houses like Whale Away Guest House (www.whaleaway.com) or any other exclusive hotel, guest house or B&B. Here you will be spoiled with breathtaking sea views from your bedroom window, delicious food and breathtaking whale sightings without leaving your front door.
This picturesque, idyllic seaside town is only two hours drive from the hustle and bustle of Cape Town. Hermanus boasts plenty wonderful spas, top class restaurants that serve delicious cuisine and a couple of pristine beaches that includes a blue flag beach and smaller, private beaches.
For luxurious, sea front guest house accommodation close to beaches, Hermanus golf club and the town centre, visit www.whaleaway.com.
