Harbour House Hotel enjoys the most prominent of positions in the heart of the Old Harbour area, flanked by the seaside and the bustling center of this holiday town. The magnificent Lookout Terrace invites guests to revel in the soothing surrounds of the ocean ahead and enjoy a lunch from the restaurant inspired by abundant local produce and fresh ingredients, alternatively savour a sundowner from the Wine Bar in the Pavilion.Guests are offered a choice of accommodation from the historical architecture of the thatched roof seaside Manor House built in 1920, to the contemporary New Wing and Harbour Square. Rooms are luxuriously appointed with sophisticated modern décor, all within easy walking distance of the town’s top attractions, whale watching sites, markets, restaurants, street cafés and an abundance of reserved natural splendour.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old This property advises that guest safety measures are currently in place Social distancing measures are in place; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the propertyPropertyContentXML.Policies
Rooms
Harbour House Hotel consists of the restored Manor House with intimate Romantic rooms, all with views, the New Wing with 18 spacious rooms, featuring a kitchenette and lounge leading out onto a private balcony as well as Harbour Square, the most recent addition, which boasts 18 modern rooms and suites.Guests are afforded luxury at every turn, from 100% fine white cotton bedding to marble and granite finishes. Sleek lines and carefully curated art pieces add to the modern aesthetic of each room.
Dining
The magnificent Lookout Terrace invites guests to revel in the soothing surrounds of the ocean ahead and enjoy a lunch from the restaurant inspired by abundant local produce and fresh ingredients, alternatively savour a sundowner from the Wine Bar in the Pavilion.
Restaurant
The restaurant, situated in the restored Manor House, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner inspired by abundant local produce and fresh ingredients.
The Pavilion
Our beautiful Pavilion provides a relaxed, covered outdoor area that is characterised by its simplicity and adorned with local wine barrels and a trad…
Wine Bar
The Wine Bar offers a selection of renowned beverages, from beer sourced from the Birkenhead Brewery in Standford, to bottled craft beer and the award…
Restaurant
The restaurant, situated in the restored Manor House, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner inspired by abundant local produce and fresh ingredients.
View on mapThe Pavilion
Our beautiful Pavilion provides a relaxed, covered outdoor area that is characterised by its simplicity and adorned with local wine barrels and a traditional vintage wine press. Guests can enjoy breakfast and lunch in this afresco setting accompanied by the gentle sound of the water fountain in the background.
View on mapWine Bar
The Wine Bar offers a selection of renowned beverages, from beer sourced from the Birkenhead Brewery in Standford, to bottled craft beer and the award-winning wines so commonly associated with the lush vineyards of the Overberg region. The natural flow out of the bar to the Pavilion, Lookout Terrace and dazzling infinity pool ensures a sundowner experience second to none.
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Recreation
Being perfectly located above the Old Harbour, the hotel's understated luxury is offset by the soothing surrounds of the ocean. The magnificent Lookout Terrace invites guests to relax around the infinity pool overlooking the ocean and savour a sundowner from the pool bar in the Pavilion.
Pool
The hotel’s crowning glory, and arguably the most enjoyable whale watching site, is the magnificent 18 x 4 metre infinity pool. Just a stone's t…
Lookout Terrace
The magnificent Lookout Terrace is arguably the best spot in Hermanus to enjoy whale watching. Guests are invited to sit and enjoy sundowners and cock…
Bicycle rentals
Explore Hermanus at your own pace with a leisurely cycle through the historical village on one of our Johnny Roco bicycles. This is the bike to be see…
Mint Wellness Salon
The salon is situated in the New Wing of the hotel where treatments are performed by internationally qualified therapists who offer an array of treatm…
Pool
The hotel’s crowning glory, and arguably the most enjoyable whale watching site, is the magnificent 18 x 4 metre infinity pool. Just a stone's throw away from the sea, the pool enjoys prime position at the front of the hotel, offering uninterrupted views of the sea through glass wall surrounds and modern, sophisticated finishes.
View on mapLookout Terrace
The magnificent Lookout Terrace is arguably the best spot in Hermanus to enjoy whale watching. Guests are invited to sit and enjoy sundowners and cocktail snacks with sweeping views of Walker Bay.
View on mapBicycle rentals
Explore Hermanus at your own pace with a leisurely cycle through the historical village on one of our Johnny Roco bicycles. This is the bike to be seen on! Ask at reception for price and availability.
View on mapMint Wellness Salon
The salon is situated in the New Wing of the hotel where treatments are performed by internationally qualified therapists who offer an array of treatments including massages, facials, manicures and pedicures.
View on mapPricing
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At Travel Concierge, we take pride in being able to negotiate the best holiday deals at Harbour House Hotel. Use the search form below to find holiday prices at Harbour House Hotel. Our Harbour House Hotel holiday search will provide prices up to 11 months in advance of departure. We can book Hermanus holidays at Harbour House Hotel in 2026 and 2027. For all Harbour House Hotel 2026 holidays and Harbour House Hotel 2027 holidays you will have to call us for pricing.
Location
Located in Hermanus (Hermanus City-Centre), Harbour House Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Cliff Path and Whalehaven Winery. This 5-star hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Voelklip Beach and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Grotto Beach.
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Reviews
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Rating
1511 Reviews
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anrichar4
Harbour House Heaven
This was our third stay at Harbour House. Previously we have stayed in the apartments at Harbour Square which are amazing but this time was just for one night so we decided to try the main hotel with...
res779
Beautiful room with stunning views
We were very happy with our room and services during our stay in May 2025. Hotel is situated on the beach front with amazing sea views and very central to all restaurants. VNL assisted us with our...
David F
Good Location
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