Esplanade Hermanus Central Sea Views
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$189
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About this property
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Esplanade Hermanus offers 28 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary t...
Location
Located near the beach, Esplanade Hermanus is in Hermanus City-Centre, a neighborhood in Hermanus. Village Square and Hermanus Country Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Maanschynkop Nature Reserve. Snorkeling and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Location
63 Marine Dr 3rd floor, Hermanus City-Centre, Hermanus, Overstrand, South Africa
Room options
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Room details
1 Queen Bed
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 4
City ViewCourtyard ViewAir ConditioningHeatingKitchenPrivate PoolPatio
Guest reviews of Esplanade Hermanus Central Sea Views
9.6
Exceptional
Based on 40 verified reviews
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At Esplanade Hermanus Central Sea Views, travellers consistently praise the seafront, walkable location and modern, spotless self-catering apartments, with many highlighting friendly, attentive staff, secure parking and impressive ocean views from spacious units and penthouses.
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At Esplanade Hermanus Central Sea Views, travellers consistently praise the seafront, walkable location and modern, spotless self-catering apartments, with many highlighting friendly, attentive staff, secure parking and impressive ocean views from spacious units and penthouses.
Many highlight well-equipped kitchens and in-apartment laundry, which suits longer stays. Drawbacks noted include traffic or reception-area noise in some units, a few maintenance or layout quirks, and occasional power cuts, with one review mentioning no generator backup. This suits travellers seeking an independent, apartment-style base.
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Facilities
Secure on-site or underground parking is widely praised. A pool is mentioned by some; one guest reported it is solar heated and not warm at times, and occasional power cuts were noted with no generator mentioned in one review.
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David
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Esplanade Hermanus has a great location with underground parking for guests. 2 minutes away from the "high street" with a range of small shops and eateries. We were met at the road side, shown to the car park from which we had a smooth and professional check in. Our appartment was nice, clean and welcoming. The main issue was a safe in the kitchen cupboard - unsecured to the wall. Not very safe!! Overall a great base to use for two nights in Hermanus.
The Esplanade Hermanus has a great location with underground parking for guests. 2 minutes away from the "high street" with a range of small shops and eateries. We were met at the road side, shown to the car park from which we had a smooth and professional check in. Our appartment was nice, clean and welcoming. The main issue was a safe in the kitchen cupboard - unsecured to the wall. Not very safe!! Overall a great base to use for two nights in Hermanus.
8
Sarah
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall this was a great flat. The flat itself is very well equipped`- we literally just had tea and coffee there – I didn’t cook, but it appeared that if I had chosen to do so I would have had everything I needed. Wifi was good. Whilst the position of the flats is awesome from a location perspective, you are within walking distance of everything, the downside is that it is close to a main road which was still very noisy after midnight… The only negative is the parking. Not only was our bay not undercover, but the bays are also so small that in order to park the Landrover within the marked lines, we had to park so close to the wall that the driver had to exit the car by climbing over and coming out the passenger door! All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Overall this was a great flat. The flat itself is very well equipped`- we literally just had tea and coffee there – I didn’t cook, but it appeared that if I had chosen to do so I would have had everything I needed. Wifi was good. Whilst the position of the flats is awesome from a location perspective, you are within walking distance of everything, the downside is that it is close to a main road which was still very noisy after midnight… The only negative is the parking. Not only was our bay not undercover, but the bays are also so small that in order to park the Landrover within the marked lines, we had to park so close to the wall that the driver had to exit the car by climbing over and coming out the passenger door! All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
10
Emma
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent apartment. Situation overlooking the sea, very convenient for shops and restaurants. Staff super helpful and friendly. Private parking. Apartment was lovely and clean with all amenities required. Tastefully furnished, ample towels and toiletries. Only slight issue was the gate to the parking lot not closing but was assured this would be fixed. Would certainly recommend for a Hermanus stay.
Excellent apartment. Situation overlooking the sea, very convenient for shops and restaurants. Staff super helpful and friendly. Private parking. Apartment was lovely and clean with all amenities required. Tastefully furnished, ample towels and toiletries. Only slight issue was the gate to the parking lot not closing but was assured this would be fixed. Would certainly recommend for a Hermanus stay.
10
Ruma
Nov 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Parking secure Clean Modern Good amenities
Parking secure Clean Modern Good amenities
8
Bronwyn
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were friendly and did their best in the unfortunate situation which was out of their control as power was off when we arrived. It was due to planned maintenence which was due to be completed sooner than 9pm when electricity was eventualy restored. On the second day the electricity switch on the DB board also tripped due to a faulty toaster which apparently happened previously but was not investigated thoroughly Overall the stay was good but could have been excellent if electricity problems was not present
Staff were friendly and did their best in the unfortunate situation which was out of their control as power was off when we arrived. It was due to planned maintenence which was due to be completed sooner than 9pm when electricity was eventualy restored. On the second day the electricity switch on the DB board also tripped due to a faulty toaster which apparently happened previously but was not investigated thoroughly Overall the stay was good but could have been excellent if electricity problems was not present
10
Yavini
Sep 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful location and clean and modern. Views of the ocean from the balcony was fantastic. Great service and undercover parking. Two minute walk to central hermanus shops and restaurants.
Beautiful location and clean and modern. Views of the ocean from the balcony was fantastic. Great service and undercover parking. Two minute walk to central hermanus shops and restaurants.
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Lauren
Jan 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Newly renovated property but unlike all nice hotels in SA, they have no back up generator so you are very much impacted by load sharing every day for 3 hours with no electricity, no WiFi, etc. Sharing here because it’s not transparent in the hotel description nor the correspondence they send you before you stay there. Also there is no housekeeping - you will have the same sheets and towels and untidy room for many days and need to complain to Expedia to even get them to give you a fresh towel. Nobody to help at front desk, no taxis, need to go to another hotel nearby for anything.
Newly renovated property but unlike all nice hotels in SA, they have no back up generator so you are very much impacted by load sharing every day for 3 hours with no electricity, no WiFi, etc. Sharing here because it’s not transparent in the hotel description nor the correspondence they send you before you stay there. Also there is no housekeeping - you will have the same sheets and towels and untidy room for many days and need to complain to Expedia to even get them to give you a fresh towel. Nobody to help at front desk, no taxis, need to go to another hotel nearby for anything.
10
James
Jul 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful house and location. There was a muscommunication about the pool being heated - it's actually solar heated and owner has now changed the description online. The pool could therefor NOT be heated nor used when we were there and the heated pool was the main reason we chose this house with our young children. Otherwise a great rental!!
Wonderful house and location. There was a muscommunication about the pool being heated - it's actually solar heated and owner has now changed the description online. The pool could therefor NOT be heated nor used when we were there and the heated pool was the main reason we chose this house with our young children. Otherwise a great rental!!
10
Kristi
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional service by the front staff. Our apartment was very clean and well stocked for our stay. Located in the perfect location to walk everywhere, with onsite and secure parking. We wish we had longer to stay!
Exceptional service by the front staff. Our apartment was very clean and well stocked for our stay. Located in the perfect location to walk everywhere, with onsite and secure parking. We wish we had longer to stay!
10
Victoria
Sep 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully renovated apartment building. We were lucky enough to stay in the penthouse - fabulously spacious with a great layout, gorgeous furnishings and stunning views! Staff were all very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Secure parking and a great location to explore Hermanus on foot.
Beautifully renovated apartment building. We were lucky enough to stay in the penthouse - fabulously spacious with a great layout, gorgeous furnishings and stunning views! Staff were all very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Secure parking and a great location to explore Hermanus on foot.
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Cleanliness
Apartments are repeatedly described as spotless and well maintained. A few guests mentioned odors, minor breakages or wear, and one complaint about housekeeping consistency.
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Natalie
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Wir hatten ein wunderschönes Apartment, das wirklich rundum überzeugt hat. Alles war sehr sauber und in einem absolut neuen, modernen Zustand. Das Personal war überaus freundlich und hilfsbereit – bereits bei der Ankunft wurden uns die Koffer abgenommen und wir fühlten uns sofort willkommen. Besonders positiv hervorheben möchten wir auch die sichere Garage für unser Auto. Das Zimmer selbst war toll, mit einer großartigen Aussicht, die den Aufenthalt perfekt abgerundet hat. Wir haben uns von Anfang an wohlgefühlt und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Absolut empfehlenswert!
Wir hatten ein wunderschönes Apartment, das wirklich rundum überzeugt hat. Alles war sehr sauber und in einem absolut neuen, modernen Zustand. Das Personal war überaus freundlich und hilfsbereit – bereits bei der Ankunft wurden uns die Koffer abgenommen und wir fühlten uns sofort willkommen. Besonders positiv hervorheben möchten wir auch die sichere Garage für unser Auto. Das Zimmer selbst war toll, mit einer großartigen Aussicht, die den Aufenthalt perfekt abgerundet hat. Wir haben uns von Anfang an wohlgefühlt und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Absolut empfehlenswert!
10
Emma
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent apartment. Situation overlooking the sea, very convenient for shops and restaurants. Staff super helpful and friendly. Private parking. Apartment was lovely and clean with all amenities required. Tastefully furnished, ample towels and toiletries. Only slight issue was the gate to the parking lot not closing but was assured this would be fixed. Would certainly recommend for a Hermanus stay.
Excellent apartment. Situation overlooking the sea, very convenient for shops and restaurants. Staff super helpful and friendly. Private parking. Apartment was lovely and clean with all amenities required. Tastefully furnished, ample towels and toiletries. Only slight issue was the gate to the parking lot not closing but was assured this would be fixed. Would certainly recommend for a Hermanus stay.
8
Adriano
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
localização excelente, bem grande o apt, limpo, apenas tinh um odor meio ruim no banheiro, de resto tudo muito bom
localização excelente, bem grande o apt, limpo, apenas tinh um odor meio ruim no banheiro, de resto tudo muito bom
10
Dora
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
traumhaft schönes Apparment unmittelbar am Strand. Sehr sauber und gepflegt. Nettes und aufmerksames Personal.
traumhaft schönes Apparment unmittelbar am Strand. Sehr sauber und gepflegt. Nettes und aufmerksames Personal.
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Lauren
Jan 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Newly renovated property but unlike all nice hotels in SA, they have no back up generator so you are very much impacted by load sharing every day for 3 hours with no electricity, no WiFi, etc. Sharing here because it’s not transparent in the hotel description nor the correspondence they send you before you stay there. Also there is no housekeeping - you will have the same sheets and towels and untidy room for many days and need to complain to Expedia to even get them to give you a fresh towel. Nobody to help at front desk, no taxis, need to go to another hotel nearby for anything.
Newly renovated property but unlike all nice hotels in SA, they have no back up generator so you are very much impacted by load sharing every day for 3 hours with no electricity, no WiFi, etc. Sharing here because it’s not transparent in the hotel description nor the correspondence they send you before you stay there. Also there is no housekeeping - you will have the same sheets and towels and untidy room for many days and need to complain to Expedia to even get them to give you a fresh towel. Nobody to help at front desk, no taxis, need to go to another hotel nearby for anything.
8
raghbir
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Self catering with excellent facilities. Kitchen area well equipped. The whole apartment was spotless and internally quite. White linen and towels, shampoo, body wash and lotions of good quality provided. Lots of good restaurants and bars around the shop. The wale watching areas across the road.
Self catering with excellent facilities. Kitchen area well equipped. The whole apartment was spotless and internally quite. White linen and towels, shampoo, body wash and lotions of good quality provided. Lots of good restaurants and bars around the shop. The wale watching areas across the road.
10
Noreen
Mar 1, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely hotel right on seafront - I had a pool facing room but great facilities for a self catering stay with washing machine and dishwasher installed. Very clean with comfortable bed and lounge areas. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Lovely hotel right on seafront - I had a pool facing room but great facilities for a self catering stay with washing machine and dishwasher installed. Very clean with comfortable bed and lounge areas. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Sven
Oct 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Gute Lage aber es sind extrem viele Sachen kaputt in den Zimmern. Duschschlauch hat sich vom Kopf gelöst, Teile der Küche waren kaputt, vieles hat nicht funktioniert und es hat in der Küche ein wenig muffig gerochen wenn man die Besteckschublade geöffnet hat als wenn es hinter der Küche mal einen Wasserschaden gegeben hätte und das Klo hängt sehr schief. Ansonsten war die Lage und die Freundlichkeit des Personals super. Man konnte gut parken und es ist ein sehr guter Grieche direkt nebenan Top
Gute Lage aber es sind extrem viele Sachen kaputt in den Zimmern. Duschschlauch hat sich vom Kopf gelöst, Teile der Küche waren kaputt, vieles hat nicht funktioniert und es hat in der Küche ein wenig muffig gerochen wenn man die Besteckschublade geöffnet hat als wenn es hinter der Küche mal einen Wasserschaden gegeben hätte und das Klo hängt sehr schief. Ansonsten war die Lage und die Freundlichkeit des Personals super. Man konnte gut parken und es ist ein sehr guter Grieche direkt nebenan Top
10
Margaret
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Our condo was complete with brand new appliances (including a washer and dryer!) and the entire apartment was spotless!! The employees were all very helpful and friendly and we were always greeted with a big smile!
Our condo was complete with brand new appliances (including a washer and dryer!) and the entire apartment was spotless!! The employees were all very helpful and friendly and we were always greeted with a big smile!
10
Lottie
Jan 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Ideal location. Brian was superb on arrival. Clean apartments, everything we needed. We didn’t want to leave.
Ideal location. Brian was superb on arrival. Clean apartments, everything we needed. We didn’t want to leave.
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Rooms
Apartments are modern, spacious and well equipped, with kitchens, laundry and many offering sea views and balconies. Some noted design or comfort drawbacks such as limited bathroom privacy, wardrobe access, occasional street or reception noise, and a few reports of no air conditioning.
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Natalie
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Wir hatten ein wunderschönes Apartment, das wirklich rundum überzeugt hat. Alles war sehr sauber und in einem absolut neuen, modernen Zustand. Das Personal war überaus freundlich und hilfsbereit – bereits bei der Ankunft wurden uns die Koffer abgenommen und wir fühlten uns sofort willkommen. Besonders positiv hervorheben möchten wir auch die sichere Garage für unser Auto. Das Zimmer selbst war toll, mit einer großartigen Aussicht, die den Aufenthalt perfekt abgerundet hat. Wir haben uns von Anfang an wohlgefühlt und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Absolut empfehlenswert!
Wir hatten ein wunderschönes Apartment, das wirklich rundum überzeugt hat. Alles war sehr sauber und in einem absolut neuen, modernen Zustand. Das Personal war überaus freundlich und hilfsbereit – bereits bei der Ankunft wurden uns die Koffer abgenommen und wir fühlten uns sofort willkommen. Besonders positiv hervorheben möchten wir auch die sichere Garage für unser Auto. Das Zimmer selbst war toll, mit einer großartigen Aussicht, die den Aufenthalt perfekt abgerundet hat. Wir haben uns von Anfang an wohlgefühlt und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Absolut empfehlenswert!
8
Sarah
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall this was a great flat. The flat itself is very well equipped`- we literally just had tea and coffee there – I didn’t cook, but it appeared that if I had chosen to do so I would have had everything I needed. Wifi was good. Whilst the position of the flats is awesome from a location perspective, you are within walking distance of everything, the downside is that it is close to a main road which was still very noisy after midnight… The only negative is the parking. Not only was our bay not undercover, but the bays are also so small that in order to park the Landrover within the marked lines, we had to park so close to the wall that the driver had to exit the car by climbing over and coming out the passenger door! All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Overall this was a great flat. The flat itself is very well equipped`- we literally just had tea and coffee there – I didn’t cook, but it appeared that if I had chosen to do so I would have had everything I needed. Wifi was good. Whilst the position of the flats is awesome from a location perspective, you are within walking distance of everything, the downside is that it is close to a main road which was still very noisy after midnight… The only negative is the parking. Not only was our bay not undercover, but the bays are also so small that in order to park the Landrover within the marked lines, we had to park so close to the wall that the driver had to exit the car by climbing over and coming out the passenger door! All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
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Emma
Jan 9, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely stay in a 2 bed self-catering apartment right in the heart of Hermanus. Private shaded parking, lovely staff and the apartment had everything you need - including a huge gas BBQ on the patio. Very comfortable beds, and excellent air con in the master bedroom
Lovely stay in a 2 bed self-catering apartment right in the heart of Hermanus. Private shaded parking, lovely staff and the apartment had everything you need - including a huge gas BBQ on the patio. Very comfortable beds, and excellent air con in the master bedroom
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Gabriela
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ficamos apenas uma noite, ainda bem pois não tinha ar condicionado.. não me atentei a isso quando reservei. Mas no mais foi uma estadia ótima, apartamento bem confortável, limpo e bem cuidado. Bem localizado.
Ficamos apenas uma noite, ainda bem pois não tinha ar condicionado.. não me atentei a isso quando reservei. Mas no mais foi uma estadia ótima, apartamento bem confortável, limpo e bem cuidado. Bem localizado.
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Allan
Feb 27, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Accommodation was OK but room 101 was right next to the reception area and was too noisy with people checking out and using the pathway next to the room to roll big noisy bins full of luggage from before 7 am. Avoid room 101 like the plague!!
Accommodation was OK but room 101 was right next to the reception area and was too noisy with people checking out and using the pathway next to the room to roll big noisy bins full of luggage from before 7 am. Avoid room 101 like the plague!!
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Noreen
Mar 1, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely hotel right on seafront - I had a pool facing room but great facilities for a self catering stay with washing machine and dishwasher installed. Very clean with comfortable bed and lounge areas. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Lovely hotel right on seafront - I had a pool facing room but great facilities for a self catering stay with washing machine and dishwasher installed. Very clean with comfortable bed and lounge areas. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
10
Margaret
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Our condo was complete with brand new appliances (including a washer and dryer!) and the entire apartment was spotless!! The employees were all very helpful and friendly and we were always greeted with a big smile!
Our condo was complete with brand new appliances (including a washer and dryer!) and the entire apartment was spotless!! The employees were all very helpful and friendly and we were always greeted with a big smile!
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Angela
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great size rooms. We had a sea view which was great with a big balcony. Useful to have kitchen facilities and bedroom and en suite were modern. Not a major problem as we only stayed 2 nights but the wardroom shelves couldn’t be used as the bed was in the way of the wardrobe doors opening. Reception staff really friendly and helpful. No food is available although there are kitchens in the rooms and restaurants nearby
Great size rooms. We had a sea view which was great with a big balcony. Useful to have kitchen facilities and bedroom and en suite were modern. Not a major problem as we only stayed 2 nights but the wardroom shelves couldn’t be used as the bed was in the way of the wardrobe doors opening. Reception staff really friendly and helpful. No food is available although there are kitchens in the rooms and restaurants nearby
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Wessel
Apr 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We chose this location because of the nice finishes and great location. While the apartment was generally if a high standard, the toilets are located in the bedrooms and not in the lounge communal area. The sliding door to the toilet/shower room has a 1cm gap all around, offering no privacy for those in the toilet nor in the bedroom. A little awkward for everyone.
We chose this location because of the nice finishes and great location. While the apartment was generally if a high standard, the toilets are located in the bedrooms and not in the lounge communal area. The sliding door to the toilet/shower room has a 1cm gap all around, offering no privacy for those in the toilet nor in the bedroom. A little awkward for everyone.
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Victoria
Sep 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully renovated apartment building. We were lucky enough to stay in the penthouse - fabulously spacious with a great layout, gorgeous furnishings and stunning views! Staff were all very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Secure parking and a great location to explore Hermanus on foot.
Beautifully renovated apartment building. We were lucky enough to stay in the penthouse - fabulously spacious with a great layout, gorgeous furnishings and stunning views! Staff were all very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Secure parking and a great location to explore Hermanus on foot.
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly, attentive and proactive, with smooth check-ins and staff going out of their way to assist. A few reviews mentioned lapses, including limited front desk presence and slow follow-up on a maintenance issue.
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Roger
Nov 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful time. Every single employee we encountered was kind and helpful. Special thanks to William and the Manager who helped us when we had a little car incident. Both were calm and reassuring. We have actually changed our plans to return on this same holiday.
We had a wonderful time. Every single employee we encountered was kind and helpful. Special thanks to William and the Manager who helped us when we had a little car incident. Both were calm and reassuring. We have actually changed our plans to return on this same holiday.
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Clive
Jan 26, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great staff, fantastic location.
Great staff, fantastic location.
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Sue
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was fabulous! Staff are friendliest ever and everything in apartment looked brand new - high quality finishes etc. We were allowed to check in as soon as our apartment was ready and we could leave our car in parking garage till 1pm on day of check out which was also very helpful.
Everything was fabulous! Staff are friendliest ever and everything in apartment looked brand new - high quality finishes etc. We were allowed to check in as soon as our apartment was ready and we could leave our car in parking garage till 1pm on day of check out which was also very helpful.
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Bronwyn
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were friendly and did their best in the unfortunate situation which was out of their control as power was off when we arrived. It was due to planned maintenence which was due to be completed sooner than 9pm when electricity was eventualy restored. On the second day the electricity switch on the DB board also tripped due to a faulty toaster which apparently happened previously but was not investigated thoroughly Overall the stay was good but could have been excellent if electricity problems was not present
Staff were friendly and did their best in the unfortunate situation which was out of their control as power was off when we arrived. It was due to planned maintenence which was due to be completed sooner than 9pm when electricity was eventualy restored. On the second day the electricity switch on the DB board also tripped due to a faulty toaster which apparently happened previously but was not investigated thoroughly Overall the stay was good but could have been excellent if electricity problems was not present
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SUE
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Third visit in 6 months - love Esplanade. Staff are outstanding - super friendly and attentive. Apartments always look brand new.
Third visit in 6 months - love Esplanade. Staff are outstanding - super friendly and attentive. Apartments always look brand new.
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Lauren
Jan 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Newly renovated property but unlike all nice hotels in SA, they have no back up generator so you are very much impacted by load sharing every day for 3 hours with no electricity, no WiFi, etc. Sharing here because it’s not transparent in the hotel description nor the correspondence they send you before you stay there. Also there is no housekeeping - you will have the same sheets and towels and untidy room for many days and need to complain to Expedia to even get them to give you a fresh towel. Nobody to help at front desk, no taxis, need to go to another hotel nearby for anything.
Newly renovated property but unlike all nice hotels in SA, they have no back up generator so you are very much impacted by load sharing every day for 3 hours with no electricity, no WiFi, etc. Sharing here because it’s not transparent in the hotel description nor the correspondence they send you before you stay there. Also there is no housekeeping - you will have the same sheets and towels and untidy room for many days and need to complain to Expedia to even get them to give you a fresh towel. Nobody to help at front desk, no taxis, need to go to another hotel nearby for anything.
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Kristi
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional service by the front staff. Our apartment was very clean and well stocked for our stay. Located in the perfect location to walk everywhere, with onsite and secure parking. We wish we had longer to stay!
Exceptional service by the front staff. Our apartment was very clean and well stocked for our stay. Located in the perfect location to walk everywhere, with onsite and secure parking. We wish we had longer to stay!
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Shannon
Apr 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great service!! The view can’t be beaten on a good day - we were fortunate to see Whales even during the off season. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable of the building history. The co-owners are so accommodating and assisted me with ease when I’d booked on the wrong date via a third-party website. They were kind enough to include a free upgrade too. WiFi was steady, bed was extremely large and very comfortable
Great service!! The view can’t be beaten on a good day - we were fortunate to see Whales even during the off season. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable of the building history. The co-owners are so accommodating and assisted me with ease when I’d booked on the wrong date via a third-party website. They were kind enough to include a free upgrade too. WiFi was steady, bed was extremely large and very comfortable
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Lottie
Jan 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Ideal location. Brian was superb on arrival. Clean apartments, everything we needed. We didn’t want to leave.
Ideal location. Brian was superb on arrival. Clean apartments, everything we needed. We didn’t want to leave.
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Gary
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff
Friendly staff
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Location
Superb central, seafront location within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and the cliff path, with ocean views and whale-watching spots nearby. Some guests reported traffic noise in rooms near busy areas.
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Clive
Jan 26, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great staff, fantastic location.
Great staff, fantastic location.
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David
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Esplanade Hermanus has a great location with underground parking for guests. 2 minutes away from the "high street" with a range of small shops and eateries. We were met at the road side, shown to the car park from which we had a smooth and professional check in. Our appartment was nice, clean and welcoming. The main issue was a safe in the kitchen cupboard - unsecured to the wall. Not very safe!! Overall a great base to use for two nights in Hermanus.
The Esplanade Hermanus has a great location with underground parking for guests. 2 minutes away from the "high street" with a range of small shops and eateries. We were met at the road side, shown to the car park from which we had a smooth and professional check in. Our appartment was nice, clean and welcoming. The main issue was a safe in the kitchen cupboard - unsecured to the wall. Not very safe!! Overall a great base to use for two nights in Hermanus.
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Sarah
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall this was a great flat. The flat itself is very well equipped`- we literally just had tea and coffee there – I didn’t cook, but it appeared that if I had chosen to do so I would have had everything I needed. Wifi was good. Whilst the position of the flats is awesome from a location perspective, you are within walking distance of everything, the downside is that it is close to a main road which was still very noisy after midnight… The only negative is the parking. Not only was our bay not undercover, but the bays are also so small that in order to park the Landrover within the marked lines, we had to park so close to the wall that the driver had to exit the car by climbing over and coming out the passenger door! All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Overall this was a great flat. The flat itself is very well equipped`- we literally just had tea and coffee there – I didn’t cook, but it appeared that if I had chosen to do so I would have had everything I needed. Wifi was good. Whilst the position of the flats is awesome from a location perspective, you are within walking distance of everything, the downside is that it is close to a main road which was still very noisy after midnight… The only negative is the parking. Not only was our bay not undercover, but the bays are also so small that in order to park the Landrover within the marked lines, we had to park so close to the wall that the driver had to exit the car by climbing over and coming out the passenger door! All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
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S
Dec 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property in a fantastic location. Right on the seafront and 1 minute walk to all the restaurants. We will definitely return
Beautiful property in a fantastic location. Right on the seafront and 1 minute walk to all the restaurants. We will definitely return
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Emma
Jan 9, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely stay in a 2 bed self-catering apartment right in the heart of Hermanus. Private shaded parking, lovely staff and the apartment had everything you need - including a huge gas BBQ on the patio. Very comfortable beds, and excellent air con in the master bedroom
Lovely stay in a 2 bed self-catering apartment right in the heart of Hermanus. Private shaded parking, lovely staff and the apartment had everything you need - including a huge gas BBQ on the patio. Very comfortable beds, and excellent air con in the master bedroom
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Yavini
Sep 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful location and clean and modern. Views of the ocean from the balcony was fantastic. Great service and undercover parking. Two minute walk to central hermanus shops and restaurants.
Beautiful location and clean and modern. Views of the ocean from the balcony was fantastic. Great service and undercover parking. Two minute walk to central hermanus shops and restaurants.
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raghbir
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Self catering with excellent facilities. Kitchen area well equipped. The whole apartment was spotless and internally quite. White linen and towels, shampoo, body wash and lotions of good quality provided. Lots of good restaurants and bars around the shop. The wale watching areas across the road.
Self catering with excellent facilities. Kitchen area well equipped. The whole apartment was spotless and internally quite. White linen and towels, shampoo, body wash and lotions of good quality provided. Lots of good restaurants and bars around the shop. The wale watching areas across the road.
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Kristi
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional service by the front staff. Our apartment was very clean and well stocked for our stay. Located in the perfect location to walk everywhere, with onsite and secure parking. We wish we had longer to stay!
Exceptional service by the front staff. Our apartment was very clean and well stocked for our stay. Located in the perfect location to walk everywhere, with onsite and secure parking. We wish we had longer to stay!
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Lottie
Jan 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Ideal location. Brian was superb on arrival. Clean apartments, everything we needed. We didn’t want to leave.
Ideal location. Brian was superb on arrival. Clean apartments, everything we needed. We didn’t want to leave.
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Victoria
Sep 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully renovated apartment building. We were lucky enough to stay in the penthouse - fabulously spacious with a great layout, gorgeous furnishings and stunning views! Staff were all very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Secure parking and a great location to explore Hermanus on foot.
Beautifully renovated apartment building. We were lucky enough to stay in the penthouse - fabulously spacious with a great layout, gorgeous furnishings and stunning views! Staff were all very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Secure parking and a great location to explore Hermanus on foot.
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Dining
Self-catering setup with well-equipped kitchens; guests rely on the many nearby restaurants and cafes. One review noted there is no on-site food service.
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David
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Esplanade Hermanus has a great location with underground parking for guests. 2 minutes away from the "high street" with a range of small shops and eateries. We were met at the road side, shown to the car park from which we had a smooth and professional check in. Our appartment was nice, clean and welcoming. The main issue was a safe in the kitchen cupboard - unsecured to the wall. Not very safe!! Overall a great base to use for two nights in Hermanus.
The Esplanade Hermanus has a great location with underground parking for guests. 2 minutes away from the "high street" with a range of small shops and eateries. We were met at the road side, shown to the car park from which we had a smooth and professional check in. Our appartment was nice, clean and welcoming. The main issue was a safe in the kitchen cupboard - unsecured to the wall. Not very safe!! Overall a great base to use for two nights in Hermanus.
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Christopher
Mar 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I would really recommend Esplanade as a place to stay in central Hermanus. The apartment was very comfortable and superbly equipped. It is also ideally located. The staff were really friendly and efficient.
I would really recommend Esplanade as a place to stay in central Hermanus. The apartment was very comfortable and superbly equipped. It is also ideally located. The staff were really friendly and efficient.
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Leo
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful apartments right on the coast. Everything close by.
Beautiful apartments right on the coast. Everything close by.
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S
Dec 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property in a fantastic location. Right on the seafront and 1 minute walk to all the restaurants. We will definitely return
Beautiful property in a fantastic location. Right on the seafront and 1 minute walk to all the restaurants. We will definitely return
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Emma
Jan 9, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely stay in a 2 bed self-catering apartment right in the heart of Hermanus. Private shaded parking, lovely staff and the apartment had everything you need - including a huge gas BBQ on the patio. Very comfortable beds, and excellent air con in the master bedroom
Lovely stay in a 2 bed self-catering apartment right in the heart of Hermanus. Private shaded parking, lovely staff and the apartment had everything you need - including a huge gas BBQ on the patio. Very comfortable beds, and excellent air con in the master bedroom
10
Yavini
Sep 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful location and clean and modern. Views of the ocean from the balcony was fantastic. Great service and undercover parking. Two minute walk to central hermanus shops and restaurants.
Beautiful location and clean and modern. Views of the ocean from the balcony was fantastic. Great service and undercover parking. Two minute walk to central hermanus shops and restaurants.
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raghbir
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Self catering with excellent facilities. Kitchen area well equipped. The whole apartment was spotless and internally quite. White linen and towels, shampoo, body wash and lotions of good quality provided. Lots of good restaurants and bars around the shop. The wale watching areas across the road.
Self catering with excellent facilities. Kitchen area well equipped. The whole apartment was spotless and internally quite. White linen and towels, shampoo, body wash and lotions of good quality provided. Lots of good restaurants and bars around the shop. The wale watching areas across the road.
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Noreen
Mar 1, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely hotel right on seafront - I had a pool facing room but great facilities for a self catering stay with washing machine and dishwasher installed. Very clean with comfortable bed and lounge areas. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Lovely hotel right on seafront - I had a pool facing room but great facilities for a self catering stay with washing machine and dishwasher installed. Very clean with comfortable bed and lounge areas. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Angela
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great size rooms. We had a sea view which was great with a big balcony. Useful to have kitchen facilities and bedroom and en suite were modern. Not a major problem as we only stayed 2 nights but the wardroom shelves couldn’t be used as the bed was in the way of the wardrobe doors opening. Reception staff really friendly and helpful. No food is available although there are kitchens in the rooms and restaurants nearby
Great size rooms. We had a sea view which was great with a big balcony. Useful to have kitchen facilities and bedroom and en suite were modern. Not a major problem as we only stayed 2 nights but the wardroom shelves couldn’t be used as the bed was in the way of the wardrobe doors opening. Reception staff really friendly and helpful. No food is available although there are kitchens in the rooms and restaurants nearby
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Kristi
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional service by the front staff. Our apartment was very clean and well stocked for our stay. Located in the perfect location to walk everywhere, with onsite and secure parking. We wish we had longer to stay!
Exceptional service by the front staff. Our apartment was very clean and well stocked for our stay. Located in the perfect location to walk everywhere, with onsite and secure parking. We wish we had longer to stay!
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Mark
Aug 30, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel in the centre of Hermanus with secure parking. Very nice little apartment with 2 bedrooms and comfy beds. We had a lovely kitchen and living area with balcony too. Really lovely staff would definitely stay again.
Lovely hotel in the centre of Hermanus with secure parking. Very nice little apartment with 2 bedrooms and comfy beds. We had a lovely kitchen and living area with balcony too. Really lovely staff would definitely stay again.
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Mariam
Jul 20, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We wished we would have stayed here for more than one night. Our room (apartment?) was spacious and comfortable with a great view of the water. The washer and dryer were really convenient for our long trip. The area is quiet with a lot of restaurants close by.
We wished we would have stayed here for more than one night. Our room (apartment?) was spacious and comfortable with a great view of the water. The washer and dryer were really convenient for our long trip. The area is quiet with a lot of restaurants close by.
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Ben
Jun 26, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed in a 1BR 1BA recently remodeled room with kitchen, stove, oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher, and washer/dryer. Sea view room with balcony was great place to enjoy morning coffee while watching the bay. Did see whales. Secure parking garage with CCTV, motion activated lights, and security doors. Short walk to shops, restaurants, and activities of town. Was very quiet when we stayed in June, likely due to off season. Would go back.
Stayed in a 1BR 1BA recently remodeled room with kitchen, stove, oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher, and washer/dryer. Sea view room with balcony was great place to enjoy morning coffee while watching the bay. Did see whales. Secure parking garage with CCTV, motion activated lights, and security doors. Short walk to shops, restaurants, and activities of town. Was very quiet when we stayed in June, likely due to off season. Would go back.
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serge
Jun 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location
Great location
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Morne
May 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful place with very friendly staff. Enjoyed our stay.
Beautiful place with very friendly staff. Enjoyed our stay.
FAQs about Esplanade Hermanus Central Sea Views
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 18:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not mentioned.
Where is the hotel located?
The hotel is located near the beach in Hermanus City-Centre, close to Village Square and Shopping Centre. It is also near Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Maanschynkop Nature Reserve, providing opportunities for snorkeling, boat tours, horse riding, and hiking.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.
What are the hotel's policies regarding children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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Check-in time starts at15:00Check-out time ends at11:00
Pets
Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
Contactless check-out is available; Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room; No rollaway/extra beds available
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