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
P
Peter couple gb
9
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
D
Diana couple za
10
Pros:

Excellent location, comfortable room. Staff are so friendly and everyone has an eye for detail. Cannot wait to come visit again.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
R
RBB couple de
7
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
T
Tim couple gb
9
Pros:

The staff and food were excellent

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
S
Sian couple gb
9
Amazing stay!!!
Pros:

Everything! Not one fault, top 5 hotels my fav!

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
A
alina extended_group ru
10
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
C
Christine couple gb
10
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
M
Mario solo_traveller de
10
Gut geführtes Traditionshaus
Pros:

Die Lage an den Klippen, das gemütliche Zimmer, der große Pool, die Bar

Cons:

Nichts

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
J
Jones couple us
10
Best hotel in Hermanus.
Pros:

Location was amazing and the cleanliness of the hotel was superb. But the best thing was the hotel staff, they were absolutely fantastic!

Cons:

We had to leave it.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
J
Jones couple us
10
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
E
Erin couple gb
10
Perfection
Pros:

Every staff member went above and beyond throughout our stay. Highlights include: Pule, Promise and Keith delivering fabulous service and recommendations during breakfast, lunch and dinner (the Patagonia Squid Salad and Fish Platter are not to be missed); the chef preparing incredible takeaway breakfasts for my partner who left for golf before breakfast had started; and the spa being flexible to fit us in same day at a specific time (the massages were glorious).

We had booked a ‘standard double room’ but our room was very far from standard. It was beautifully furnished, large, comfortable and immaculately clean, serviced to an extremely high standard by a fabulous housekeeping team everyday. It had a huge terrace which was a fabulous place to watch the sunset. A bottle of wine and complimentary first round of the minibar was also a lovely touch.

If you would like a spectacular stay in one of the best hotels in South Africa (we’ve stayed in a fair few!) - then you need to stay at The Marine.

Thank you to all at The Marine for such a magnificent stay - we look forward to returning very soon!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
T
Toni couple za
7
Pros:

The locaiton is brilliant, very central and in walking distance to the main street. Beautiful views of the sea and very close to the catwalk for a lovely stroll.

Cons:

The hotel decor is very outdated and needs a full refresh.
There was no view from the room despite it being in a great proximity to the sea.
The hotel feels old, rooms use keys, doors do not close well.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
C
Clementine couple gb
9
Wonderful relaxing stay
Pros:

Fantastic room
Divine room
Location great

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
D
Dr. Albert couple de
10
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
M
Mouhamed couple za
9
2026-03-18 via Nuitee
C
Chelsey couple gb
8
2026-03-13 via Nuitee
C
Clive couple gb
10
Very attentive staff make this a great place to stay.
Pros:

The deputy manager is constantly available to help with anything you need. That made a big difference to our stay as she made subtle changes to make our stay even better.

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
H
Herman couple gb
9
2026-03-08 via Nuitee
S
Sinead couple us
10
Fantastic stat
Pros:

Everything!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
S
Silke couple de
10
2026-03-01 via Nuitee