Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Birkenhead House
Set between two of Hermanus's best swimming beaches, Birkenhead House offers luxury accommodation in individually decorated suites. This premium hotel is short drive from the Hemel-en-Arde Valley where guests can visit top class wine estates. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. Some units include a seating area for your convenience. Certain rooms have views of the sea or mountains. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. The hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. Enjoy lunch and a selection of wines on the patio while taking in the best views of the Atlantic Ocean, and spot some whales during whale season. There is also a spa and 2 swimming pools at the hotel. Your stay includes all meals, local beverages, snacks, a full mini-bar, laundry and transfers to and from Hermanus town centre. Village Square is 3.6 km from Birkenhead House, while Hamilton Russel Vineyards is 5 km away. Cape Town International Airport is 80 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Spa and wellness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kristin
Cayman Islands
“The hotel is beautifully designed. Elegant yet comfortable/cozy. The staff was attentive, friendly and so helpful. The location is perfect. I enjoyed being a bit further out of town and the immediate access to the cliff trail. Breakfast in the...” - Cristina
United Kingdom
“staff were attentive , facilities were amazing , food was excellent” - Gillian
United Kingdom
“Amazing hotel in a perfect location. Staff went above and beyond.” - Colin
United Kingdom
“Food was exceptional and ambience perfect Staff or really friendly & helpful too” - Alex
United Kingdom
“Fantastic place all round. Service was exceptional, rooms and abience are fantastic and food and drinks are lovely and plemtiful. Amazing time!” - Klaus
Germany
“Traumhaftes Mini- Hotel in super Lage, nur für Erwachsene. Hier gab es die Besten Cocktails in ganz Südafrika. Die leckeren Getränke sind alle im Übernachtungspreis schon Incl. Es war so schön, wir haben das Hotel nicht verlassen.” - Daniela
Brazil
“lugar incrível, de uma paz superior.. vista maravilhosa, equipe muita atenciosa e comida e vinhos espetaculares incluídos na diaria , nao da vontade de vir embora” - Andreas
Germany
“Sehr gepflegte Anlage direkt am Ozean gelegen. Großzüge Zimmer, sehr individuelles und persönliches Hotel. Sehr nettes Team.” - Carolien
Belgium
“prachtig complex, met wondermooi uitzicht. het personeel doet werkelijk alles om de klant tevreden te stellen. Super is ook de all-in formule waarbij alles is inbegrepen ( drank, droogkuis, maaltijden) .”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineSeafood • South African
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Payment via a Paygate is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
All bookings from 1 March 2022 will have a Community and Conservation fee that will be charged in addition to the accommodation. This non-profit fee goes towards our community and conservation projects. The property will contact you with further details.
Please inform Birkenhead House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.