Westcliff Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Rebecca Dibb
Photo by Rebecca Dibb

Popular places to visit

Old Harbour

Old Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to Old Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Old Harbour

Cliff Path

You can take time to visit Cliff Path during your travels to Hermanus. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Cliff Path

New Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to New Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

New Harbour

Grotto Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Grotto Beach during your travels in Hermanus? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Grotto Beach

Voelklip Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Voelklip Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Hermanus. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Voelklip Beach

Hermanus Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Hermanus at Hermanus Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Hermanus Golf Club

Activities

Hermanus Whale Watching Day Tour

Hermanus Whale Watching Day Tour

AU$39
per adult
Hermanus Whale Watching Day Tour
Enjoy this guided vineyard tour

Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide

AU$39
per adult
Vineyard Safari and Wine Tasting in Hermanus with Guide
Southern Right Lob Tailing. Photo taken in front of the Marine Hotel

Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer

AU$120
per adult
Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer
woman walking down foot path of Walker Bay in Hermanus

Full-Day Guided Hermanus Tour

AU$152
per traveller
Full-Day Guided Hermanus Tour
Whale Watching Walking Tours of Hermanus

Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from JUNE 2025

AU$86
per adult
Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from JUNE 2025
Whale Watching Hermanus

Whale Watching Hermanus - Boat base

AU$339
per adult
Whale Watching Hermanus - Boat base
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Our pick of the best Westcliff Hotel Deals

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
21 Marine Drive, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$177 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$177
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (231 reviews)
"Staff were all wonderful!! Easy walking into town, but also excellent coastal views right from the property!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast

Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast

4 out of 5
57 Main Road, Hermanus, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star guesthouse in Hermanus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Shopping Centre and Whale Museum are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (153 reviews)
"Friendly welcome and helpful info on local area to spot whales and where to eat. Room was comfortable, clean and had everything I needed. Secure parking was a bonus. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2025

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Baleia Guest Lodge Bed & Breakfast
Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

Whale Rock Luxury Lodge

4 out of 5
26 Springfield Ave, Westcliff, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$137 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$137
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly guesthouse in Hermanus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions New Harbour and Cliff Path ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
"A great place to stay in Hermanous, beatifully maintained on both the inside and outside. Staff were exceptionally helpful."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Whale Rock Luxury Lodge
7 on Marine

7 on Marine

5 out of 5
7 Marine Dr, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$223 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$223
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury guesthouse in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Shopping Centre and Whale Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
"Lovely hotel on the front. Could walk into town. Would recommend"

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

7 on Marine
Hermanus Boutique Guest House

Hermanus Boutique Guest House

4 out of 5
9 Marine Drive, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$216 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$216
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star guesthouse in Hermanus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Shopping Centre and Whale Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
"Perfect place to stop on the Garden Route , extremely friendly staff and beautiful property. Best casual dining directly across the street down in a cliff cove “Ficks”"

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2025

Hermanus Boutique Guest House
Penguino Guest House

Penguino Guest House

3.5 out of 5
16 Westcliff road, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$164 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$164
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly guesthouse in Hermanus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Shopping Centre and Cliff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
"Couldn’t recommend Penguins guesthouse enough to those visiting Hermanus!"

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025

Penguino Guest House
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Other neighbourhoods around Westcliff

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Hermanus City-Centre

5/5(2 area reviews)

Whale watching, seaside views and shopping are some highlights of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Village Square while you're exploring.

Hermanus City-Centre
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Eastcliff

5/5(1 area review)

While Eastcliff may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Harbour and Village Square.

Eastcliff
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Hemel En Aarde

Travellers like the wineries in Hemel En Aarde, and Hemel-en-Aarde Valley is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Hemel En Aarde
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Hermanus Heights

Hermanus Heights is well liked for its gardens. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Hermanus area, you might plan a trip to Fernkloof Nature Reserve or Old Harbour.

Hermanus Heights
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Fernkloof

While Fernkloof isn't home to many top sights, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fernkloof
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Kwaaiwater

While there might not be top attractions in Kwaaiwater, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Voelklip Beach and Old Harbour.

Kwaaiwater

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