Birkenhead House

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Set between two of Hermanus's best swimming beaches, Birkenhead House offers luxury accommodations 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 center. Village Square is 2.2 mi from Birkenhead House, while Hamilton Russel Vineyards is 3.1 mi away. Cape Town International Airport is 50 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Jane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Pure perfection. Like coming home. BH is my favourite hotel in the world. Stunning location above the beach. Spectacular views. Beautiful rooms with such comfortable beds. Amazing,knowledgable, kind and friendly staff. The furnishings throughout...”
Giudicianni
Qatar Qatar
“position, service, room. fantastic restaurant. Super employees: you feel like a king.”
Kristin
Cayman Islands 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 United Kingdom
“staff were attentive , facilities were amazing , food was excellent”
Gillian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing hotel in a perfect location. Staff went above and beyond.”
Klaus
Germany 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 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”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Seafood • South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional

Amenities of Birkenhead House

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

House rules

Birkenhead House takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 3:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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 accommodations. This nonprofit fee goes towards our community and conservation projects. The property will contact you with further details.

Please inform Birkenhead House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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