11 properties found
La Fontaine is a four-star, family-owned accommodation in central Hermanus, known for its prime whale watching position, sea and garden views, and breakfast included across two properties: La Fontaine Guesthouse and La Fontaine Lodge.
Auberge Burgundy is a Provencal style guest house with fragrant courtyards and stone terraces. Varied accommodation includes standard rooms and suites with TV, minibar and tea/coffee facilities. It is in the centre of town, 50m from the famous cliff path.
Discover Barking Beach Cottage and Silver Oaks Farm Cottage, where pet-loving families enjoy secure, enclosed accommodations perfect for dogs and horses. Nestled near beaches and trails, these spots promise relaxing getaways with sea breezes and festivities. Book your adventure!
Elizabeth House provides guest house accommodation in Hermanus, South Africa. This picturesque little town is world-renowned for its beauty, whales and champagne air. The property offers all elements necessary for a special stay in Sandbaai, one of the newer suburbs in the Greater Hermanus area.
In Sandbaai, Hermanus, Seagull Hermanus offers charming self-catering accommodation with two uniquely decorated bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, lounge with DSTV and Wi-Fi, a serene patio, and a barbecue area for relaxing holidays.
Hornbill House offers 4-star graded self-catering apartments in Hermanus that sleep from 2 to 6 guests, with a total capacity of 20 guests. The fully equipped accommodation is located at the foot of Hemel-en-Aarde Valley on the Cape Whale Coast.
4-star self-catering villa accommodation for up to 5 adults in Glenfruin Estate, Hermanus, 2 km from town centre at the foot of Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.
78on5th Hermanus is a multi-storey guesthouse on the foot of a mountain in Voëlklip, bordering Fernkloof Nature Reserve. It provides lovely accommodation within walking distance of beach and lagoon. It serves as a stop during whale season for guests heading to Cape Town or Knysna.
Luxury accommodation in Hermanus among Milkwood trees at Fernkloof Nature Reserve's foot, 300m from Blue Flag Grotto Beach and within walking distance of two swimming beaches.
In Hermanus, South Africa's whale-watching paradise, Sandals Beach Villa offers luxurious accommodation with breathtaking ocean views, direct access to Grotto Beach, and a private pool, making it an ideal escape for holiday seekers eager for adventure and relaxation.
Self-catering cottages in a tranquil mountain retreat accommodate between two and six guests. Each cottage has its own inverter for electricity. Guests have views across Hemel & Aarde Valley and mountains beyond. This accommodation is in Hermanus.
11 properties found
The four main areas with December listings are Hermanus town, Sandbaai, Sand Bay, and Voelklip. Hermanus town puts you walking distance from the cliff path, the New Harbour market, and restaurants — expect prices at the upper end of the R1,050–R2,795 range. Sandbaai and Sand Bay are quieter residential suburbs 5–10 minutes from town, better suited to families who want off-street parking and don't want to deal with holiday traffic on Main Road. Voelklip sits between the two, with direct beach access and a pace that's noticeably slower than the town centre even in peak season.
With 7 listings across the area, you're looking mostly at self-catering houses and apartments rather than guesthouses. At R1,050 per night on the lower end, expect a 1–2 bedroom unit with basic amenities. At R2,795 per night, you're typically getting ocean views, pool access, and space for 6–8 people — which makes the per-person rate reasonable for larger families. Most properties in Hermanus at this price point include a braai, which is standard, not a selling point. Check whether linen and towels are included; self-catering in this area varies widely on that front.
December in the Overberg runs 22–28°C during the day. The south-easter picks up in the afternoons, so mornings are better for beach time. Evenings cool enough to need a light layer. December is technically the tail end of whale season — southern right whales and dolphins are still regularly spotted from the cliff path, though peak whale activity runs June to November. The Fernkloof Nature Reserve fynbos is at its summer best, and the tidal pools at Voelklip beach are reliable with younger kids. Shark cage diving runs year-round from Gansbaai, 45 minutes east.
Many Hermanus owners enforce minimum stays of 5–7 nights over Christmas and New Year's. If you're flexible, the first week of December or second week of January tends to offer better availability and sometimes lower rates. With only 7 properties listed in the area, there's no inventory buffer — the better places don't discount in December, they just get taken. Avoid the assumption that something will open up closer to the time; historically that week between 25 December and 2 January is fully booked by September.
