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With its exhilarating cliff-top position overlooking the whale-watching paradise of Walker Bay, Birkenhead House is a luxury hotel in Hermanus like no other offering an immersive seaside sanctuary for those looking to retreat and recharge where chic and stylish décor meets world-class cuisine and comfort.
Indulge in our spacious suites
Experiences
The best land-based whale watching in the world
Aside from being one of the best whale watching destinations on the planet, our luxury Hermanus hotel is renowned for its wild beauty, artisanal food producers, ocean safaris and its proximity to the renowned Hemel-en-Aarde wine route.
Dining
World-class cuisine served in a seaside setting
At our luxury Hermanus hotel, every meal is served with a view. Enjoy dishes inspired by the flavourful ingredients from the local shoreline while surrounded by glistening waters and the people who matter most.
Birkenhead House is widely regarded as the finest luxury hotel in Hermanus. A boutique clifftop property perched above Walker Bay with direct access to one of the world’s great whale watching destinations. Unlike other Hermanus hotels, it operates at the scale of a private home – intimate, unhurried and deeply personal. Guests enjoy sea-facing suites, a clifftop pool, seasonal dining and the Birkenhead House Spa, all within a setting that is as dramatic as it is restorative. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and part of The Royal Portfolio collection, it sets the standard for luxury accommodation in Hermanus.
Birkenhead House is located in Hermanus in the Western Cape of South Africa, approximately 120 kilometres from Cape Town along the scenic Overberg coastline. The property sits on a raised promontory between two beach coves, overlooking Walker Bay which is one of the world’s most celebrated whale watching locations. The village of Hermanus and the Hemel-en-Aarde wine valley are both within easy reach. For guests seeking a luxury hotel in Hermanus with exceptional natural surroundings and convenient access to the Cape, the location is unmatched.
Birkenhead House offers a collection of individually designed suites, each with a private balcony. Accommodation options range from Deluxe Superior Rooms to larger suite configurations, all finished with the unique décor that defines this Hermanus luxury hotel. Given the intimate scale of the property, every guest benefits from a level of personalised attention. Early reservation is strongly recommended, particularly during the whale watching season from June to November.
Beach Days
Take long strolls on the beach, head out on ocean safaris and whale-watching excursions or learn to surf.
Birkenhead House Spa
Experience a sense of calmness, restoration and relaxation as you focus on for self-care.
Hermanus
A scenic 90-minute drive from Cape Town, Hermanus is known for its seaside charm and laid-back way of life.
Beach Days
Take long strolls on the beach, head out on ocean safaris and whale-watching excursions or learn to surf.
Birkenhead House Spa
Experience a sense of calmness, restoration and relaxation as you focus on for self-care.
Hermanus
A scenic 90-minute drive from Cape Town, Hermanus is known for its seaside charm and laid-back way of life.
Beach Days
Take long strolls on the beach, head out on ocean safaris and whale-watching excursions or learn to surf.
