Kwaaiwater Travel Guide

Hermanus

Popular places to visit

Old Harbour

Old Harbour

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to Old Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Old Harbour

Grotto Beach

5/5(8 reviews)

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.

Grotto Beach

Voelklip Beach

5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Voelklip Beach

Hermanus Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Hermanus at Hermanus Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Hermanus Golf Club

Cliff Path

5/5(11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Cliff Path during your travels to Hermanus. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Cliff Path

New Harbour

4/5(14 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to New Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

New Harbour

Things to do

Hermanus Whale Watching Day Tour

Hermanus Whale Watching Day Tour

฿850
per adult
Hermanus Whale Watching Day Tour
Beach Ride - De Kelders I Gansbaai

Beach Ride - Stanford

฿2,241
per adult
Beach Ride - Stanford
Enjoy this guided vineyard tour

Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide

฿827
per adult
Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide
The view

Stanford Mountain Ride 2 Hours

฿1,149
per adult
Stanford Mountain Ride 2 Hours
Stanford Mountain Ride 1 Hour

Stanford Mountain Ride 1 Hour

฿840
per adult
Stanford Mountain Ride 1 Hour
Quad Biking

Quad Bike (ATV) Adventure

฿1,653
per adult
Quad Bike (ATV) Adventure
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Top hotels in Kwaaiwater

Abalone Guest Lodge

Abalone Guest Lodge

4 out of 5
306 Main Road, Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly guesthouse in Hermanus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Kammabaai Beach and Fernkloof ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"Amazing service, views, access to the cliffs and town. The rooms were comfortable and quiet! We would highly recommend and would not consider staying anywhere else. So accommodating and friendly, service with a smile. Spa was great and very reasonable! Definitely do at least one dinner with their ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

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Abalone Guest Lodge
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is ฿3,918 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,918
฿4,506 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (236 reviews)
"Excellent location just a few minutes walk from the ocean . Spacious living area and well equipped kitchen . Note that bathroom(s) / toilets are upstairs in the units . Plentiful and quality breakfast . This was our second stay — we will be back ."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Harbour House Hotel

Harbour House Hotel

5 out of 5
22 Harbour Road (Harbour Square), Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a conference centre. Popular attractions Whale Museum and Old Harbour are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (287 reviews)
"Excellent stay saw whales from the window of our room"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

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Harbour House Hotel
Esplanade Hermanus

Esplanade Hermanus

63 Marine Dr, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is ฿6,041 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿6,041
฿6,041 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"Great size rooms. We had a sea view which was great with a big balcony. Useful to have kitchen facilities and bedroom and en suite were modern. Not a major problem as we only stayed 2 nights but the wardroom shelves couldn’t be used as the bed was in the way of the wardrobe doors opening. Reception ..."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Esplanade Hermanus
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
21 Marine Drive, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is ฿3,699 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿3,699
฿4,254 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (239 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
The Marine Hermanus

The Marine Hermanus

5 out of 5
Marine Drive, Walker Bay, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is ฿15,302 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿15,302
฿17,773 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (190 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at The Marine. The staff was extremely kind and helpful and the room and lounge were beautifully decorated. Also, it is conveniently located on the cliff path and near the shop, which was perfect. We highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Kwaaiwater

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Fernkloof

While Fernkloof isn't home to many top sights, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fernkloof
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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.

Hermanus Heights
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Eastcliff

5/5(4 area reviews)

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 Village Square.

Eastcliff
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Hermanus City-Centre

5/5(19 area reviews)

Whale watching, seaside views and shopping are some highlights of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Village Square while you're exploring.

Hermanus City-Centre
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Voelklip

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Beaches, whale watching and mountain views are some highlights of Voelklip. Make a stop by Voelklip Beach or Grotto Beach while you're exploring.

Voelklip
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Westcliff

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

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.

Westcliff

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