The Marine Hermanus

Hotels
9.4 (984 reviews)
Marine Drive , Hermanus , za

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Beautiful views
Cons:
Inconsistent room quality
Limited evening dining options

Categories

Cleanliness
9.54
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
10
Staff are very friendly and professional, overall good service.
Location
10
Excellent central location with beautiful views.
Room Quality
8.54
Some rooms have small windows and issues with odors in certain rooms.
Amenities
9.54
Ocean views, pool, and access to nearby coastal paths.
Value for Money
9.04
Price seems high compared to the experience due to some issues.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Breakfast was good, but evening menu felt uninspiring.
Overall Experience
10
Overall, a wonderful stay with plans to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-27 17:32

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Breathtaking Views
Experience the epitome of elegance with individually decorated rooms boasting stunning views of the sea, mountains, or lush gardens.

Seaside Activities and Fine Dining
Indulge in a leisurely stroll along the cliff path, take a refreshing dip in the tidal pool, and delight in exquisite dining options paired with local wines in the ocean-view lounge.

Whale Watching from the Comfort of Your Room
Witness the majestic giants of the ocean during whale season without leaving your bed, making The Marine the perfect destination for unparalleled land-based whale watching.

For an unforgettable coastal retreat with unparalleled luxury and natural beauty, book your stay at The Marine today.

Important information:

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: CPT

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for ZAR 1,350 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for ZAR 1,350 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 984 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.54
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 9.54
Value for Money: 9.04
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 10
J
Josef couple ch
10
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
P
Pascal couple be
10
Luxe!
Pros:

Algemene inrichting en sfeer. Klasse!

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
J
Janet couple gb
9
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
L
Luc couple be
6
Pros:

Locatie

Cons:

Badkamers zijn aan vernieuwing toe

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
D
doreen extended_group gb
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
E
Eileen couple ie
6
Pros:

fantastic location, lovely but limited outside area for breakfast
excellent outside security/porter service

Cons:

room was quite small

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
L
LorAfrica extended_group za
10
Pros:

The Marine is a luxury experience. Wonderfully situated on the Hermanus cliff with views across the bay, easy access to the town, or stroll the cliff path. Heated swimming pool if you want to laze by the pool, breakfast was generous and high quality.

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
G
GARETH couple gb
10
My fantastic stay, which was extremely relaxing.
Pros:

The Marine Hotel was absolutely amazing. The staff were attentive polite and without exception every single member of the team you came across said good day and always with a smile. The property is exceptionally well-maintained and spotlessly clean. The location is perfect right by the water and many restaurants and shops just a short walk away.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
M
Mary couple ie
10
wonderful stay in this beautiful hotel
Pros:

What a location! Beautiful hotel. Exceptional staff.

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
E
Elena extended_group ru
6
Pros:

The place itself is wondeful, best walk by the seaside possible, but the hotel isnt’t worth the price. The restaurant was fine.

Cons:

The view is one of the best I’ve ever seen, but the best room has a small window and another one - in the bathroom.
Total messup with transfer and we were not the only guests questioning why the transfer we actually didn’t confirm was included in the bill.
It was finally settled, but we had not the best impression.
The checkin experience wasn’t also the best: we arrived a bit earlier and went for a walk, telling at reception that we would be waiting for a call when the room was ready. We didn’t get it at all.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
B
Belinda couple za
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
L
Leonid family_with_children ru
10
Pros:

Отличный отель! Прекрасное расположение.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
S
Sheelagh extended_group gb
10
Pros:

The situation is excellent

Cons:

Spme of the staff weren't as good as others but overall.were very good

2026-01-16 via Nuitee
J
John couple gb
8
Fine location at premium price
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Sea front rooms no balcony

2026-01-16 via Nuitee
T
Thomas couple gb
8
2026-01-13 via Nuitee
C
candice couple za
7
2026-01-09 via Nuitee
Z
zlata couple ru
8
Pros:

Style

2026-01-09 via Nuitee
J
Janice couple gb
8
All was superb just the evening cuisine let you down.
Pros:

Staff very friendly and professional. Location of hotel

Cons:

The breakfast each morning offered lots of healthy choices. Unfortunately evening menu limited and felt uninspiring. We love fish but considered it over cooked so didn’t order it again.

2026-01-07 via Nuitee
J
Julie couple ie
9
We will return to the Marine- for the fourth time. No better recommendation
Pros:

Food- superb. Staff- couldn’t be better. Room- better than what we wanted. Location- best there is

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
L
Lillian couple gb
9
2026-01-02 via Nuitee