Birkenhead House

Perched high on the cliffs of Hermanus, overlooking Walker Bay, is the magnificent Birkenhead House, an ultimate coastal retreat. Its elegant beach-house atmosphere reflects the beauty of its coastal setting with rare antiques, maps and art. Most of the opulently appointed sea-facing studio rooms offer expansive vistas of Walker Bay and the distant Overberg Mountains. From the comfort of their residence, guests can look forward to sighting the majestic Southern Right whales that enter the sheltered waters every year to calve.

World-class cuisine, here, is a matter of course. Room service brings a sumptuous breakfast to the comfort and privacy of your bedroom, while lavish meals and seafood delicacies are served daily in the restaurant, with its panoramic views.

The award-winning chefs have international exposure and world-class cuisine is a matter of course. Lavish meals and seafood delicacies are served daily and a selection of menus is available for your special day.

Facilities include a split-level swimming pool in a sheltered courtyard, an infinity pool above the ocean and a gym, spa and treatment centre, while two of Hermanus' best swimming beaches, warm with the waters of the Indian Ocean, are on your doorstep.

The Spa is designed as a day experience, where you can discover yourself in a serene environment that encourages relaxation and personal rejuvenation - the key to vibrant health! The Birkenhead House Spa philosophy follows a natural approach to body and skin care, which infuses ancient beauty and health therapies from across the world. The Spa therapists offer an extensive range of massages, body exfoliations, body wraps, holistic treatments and specialised skin care treatments which are complemented by Dermalogica, our product of choice.

Spectacular mountain trails and breathtaking cliff path walks are in easy reach, opening up the Cape's thriving floral kingdom, the world's most diverse botanic ecosystem on southern Africa's very tip. Set amongst the unique flora of the Cape and with direct access to two sandy beaches and spectacular mountain trails, it is just a leisurely forty minutes stroll along a coastal path to the centre of the village.

Birkenhead House caters for weddings up to 50 guests, of which 22 may be accommodated on the property. Most of the opulently appointed sea-facing studio suites offer expansive vistas. Birkenhead's experienced Wedding Planner can co-ordinate all aspects of your wedding and reception, as well as offering valuable guidance. She and her team pride themselves on ensuring an unforgettable experience for your wedding party.

The ideals of space, light, water and flow are in perfect harmony at Birkenhead House, which makes it such a casual, easy hotel to be in. Here you feel rejuvenated, with all the fresh air, good food and endless views of the ocean. It is simple and informal and you can do as little or as much as you want, from relaxing on the sun-dappled deck chairs, to indulging your senses in the spa or sipping a cocktail whilst enjoying the view after an evening swim on the beach below.