Description
With understated luxury and sophisticated décor, the Marine Hotel comprises 42 luxury rooms and suites. Spectacular views out to sea can be enjoyed from your bedroom window, including some of the best land-based whale watching in the world (between July and November). Rooms feature elegant furniture, king size beds and luxurious ensuite bathrooms.
The hotel's spa is outstanding and features a steam room, dynamic hydro bath table for mud and gel body wrap treatments and a Vicci shower. Other facilities at the Marine include a heated salt water pool, boutique and various dining options serving sumptuous local cuisine, a cocktail bar and an extensive 'floating' wine cellar stocking some of South Africa's finest.
Enjoy coastal walks with exquisite views across Walker Bay, where there is nothing between you and the Antarctic, other than a few thousand miles of ocean. Other activities in the local area include great white shark cage diving, fishing, wine tours, hiking in the nearby Fernkloof Nature Reserve, birdwatching, scuba diving, snorkelling and some world class golf.
Accommodation
The Marine Hotel comprises 42 luxury rooms and suites. Spectacular views can be enjoyed from your bedroom window, including some of the best land-based whale watching in the world (July to November). Rooms feature elegant furniture, king size beds and luxurious bathrooms.
Childcare
Children over 12 years are welcome at the Marine hotel although there are no specific facilities. There is plenty for them to do in the local area such as visits to Monkeyland, Birds of Eden, the Elephant Sanctuary and Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness Centre.
Facilities
Facilities at the hotel include a spa, a heated salt water pool, boutique and various dining options serving sumptuous local cuisine, a cocktail bar and an extensive 'floating' wine cellar stocking some of South Africa's finest wine.
Activities
The Marine Hotel offers complimentary whale watching, walking and use of the heated saltwater pool and tidal pool. Spa treatments are charged additionally.
When to travel
Hermanus enjoys a moderate climate all year round. In peak summer season, from December to February, temperatures can climb as high as 34ºC, although winter temperatures can drop to as low as 4ºC. Generally, this season has many sunny days with high wind at times. During the winter months of June, July, and August, expect frequent rains and a couple of chilly evenings.
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Location and directions
Hermanus, South Africa
The Marine is located on Marine Drive, perched on the cliffs overlooking Hermanus's Walker Bay. The Marine commands 360-degree view of the surrounding seascape and Overberg Mountains.
How to get there
The nearest airport is Cape Town International, an eleven and a half hour international flight. The hotel is 106km away, an hour and a half by car. Transfers can be arrange.
