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On the Cliff Guesthouse


HERMANUS / WHALE ROUTE HOTEL
WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRCA

On the Cliff Guest House in Hermanus, South Africa, enjoys a stunning location right on the seafront of the "Riviera of the South" and offers luxury accommodation on the cliffs with panoramic sea views from all rooms. Guests can step out of the front gate onto the cliff path and enjoy a leisurely stroll to the nearby town centre or the harbour. The cliff path extends past our front gate for about 10km along the coast and boasts unique indigenous fauna and flora as well as excellent whale watching opportunities. During whale season guests can often enjoy breakfast with whales basking just metres away below the cliffs.

Hermanus has miles of unspoilt beaches with safe swimming areas attended by life guards. Whale watching cruises, scuba diving, parasailing, horse riding on the beach, fishing and golf are just a few activities that can also be arranged for guests staying at the On The Cliff Guest House. Shark cage diving or boat based shark viewing is offered across the bay at Gansbaai and your hosts at On The Cliff Guest House will be happy to make the necessary arrangements.

The rooms at this beautiful 4 star Guest House are luxurious with en-suite bathrooms, king-sized beds and private balconies or patios ideal for whale watching or just relaxing to the sound of the ocean.

On The Cliff Guest House offers:

  • Sauna
  • Putting green
  • Pub with cosy fireplace and TV
  • Heated salt pool
  • Gym
  • Meals by prior arrangement
  • Guest lounges with fireplace
  • Secure parking at the rear
  • Massage, reflexology and aromatherapy
Children under 8 years old cannot be accommodated at On The Cliffs Guest House.

Each year in Hermanus from July to the end of December, gentle giant Southern Right Whales return to their breeding ground in Walker Bay to meet with the same mate and then 3 years later to calve. The arrival of each whale is heralded by the Whale Crier's kelp horn much to the delight of visitors from all over the world. The whales often sleep or laze the day away almost within touching distance while the more energetic entertain the crowds launching their huge bodies out of the water to come crashing down in massive displays of strength. The annual whale festival in September attracts throngs of local and international visitors to enjoy the mixture of culture and colour. Shark cage diving or viewing from boats is available throughout the year with especially good sightings during our winter. Boats leave from Kleinbaai about 40mins drive from On the Cliff Guest House. The beaches in Hermanus, South Africa, are sandy paradises offering swimming, surfing, sun bathing, horse riding and walks.

The Village of Hermanus boasts a wide variety of restaurants offering delicious food complemented by fine local wines. Golf in the town of Hermanus is popular on the local course with several other courses close by, including the world class Arabella golf course which is home to the Nelson Mandela Challenge.

Guests are invited to indulge in a massage and/or reflexology with highly qualified masseurs in the comfort of their own rooms at The On The Cliffs Guest House and the guest house also has a sauna and on site gym.