Kwaaiwater Travel Guide
Hermanus
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Popular places to visit
Grotto Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Grotto Beach during your travels in Hermanus? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Voelklip Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Voelklip Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Hermanus. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Cliff Path
You can take time to visit Cliff Path during your travels to Hermanus. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Hermanus Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Hermanus at Hermanus Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
New Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to New Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Old Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to Old Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do
Hermanus Cliff Walk History Tour - a walk back in time
Top hotels in Kwaaiwater
Abalone Guest Lodge
Abalone Guest House is great. Excellent welcome and hospitality. Good location overlooking the ocean towards Voelklip about 5k to the east of Hermanus.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
The 3 bedroom apartment is large and has a balcony with a braai. The main bedroom has it own bathroom (bath and shower) while the other bedrooms share a bathroom (shower only) via the passage upstairs. There is a WC downstairs in the living space and large kitchen. There is a great view of the mountains. ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Esplanade Hermanus
View from the room was amazing , walking distance to all restaurants and shops
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Caledon Hotel & Spa
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
The staff at this hotel are very professional and helpful; this was our third time staying there. The room was very clean and the hotel is really lovely. It is situated directly across from the sea. There is a restaurant onsite, but we did not eat there.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Marine Hermanus
Other neighbourhoods around Kwaaiwater
Fernkloof
While Fernkloof isn't home to many top sights, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hermanus Heights
Hermanus Heights is well liked for its gardens. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Hermanus area, you might plan a trip to Fernkloof Nature Reserve or Old Harbour.
Eastcliff
While Eastcliff may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Harbour and Cliff Path.
Voelklip
Beaches, whale watching and mountain views are some highlights of Voelklip. Make a stop by Voelklip Beach or Grotto Beach while you're exploring.
Hermanus City-Centre
Whale watching, seaside views and shopping are some highlights of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Shopping Centre while you're exploring.
Westcliff
Seaside views, whale watching and waterfront views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westcliff. Check out Cliff Path or New Harbour while you're exploring the area.
