Situated by the ocean, On the Cliff Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Hermanus. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, then indulge in massages, aromatherapy or reflexology. This luxurious guest house also features a bar/lounge, a sauna and a terrace.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Zulu
At a glance
Hotel size
7 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age – 15
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Archery
Public winery tours
Golfing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Whale watching nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Bike hire
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
24-hour pool access
Sauna
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1500 per vehicle (one way)
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for ZAR 150.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool open 24 hours
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Cliff Guest House
Cliff Guest House Hermanus
Cliff Hermanus
Cliff Guest House Guesthouse
On The Cliff Hermanus
On the Cliff Guest House Hermanus
On the Cliff Guest House Guesthouse
On the Cliff Guest House Guesthouse Hermanus
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at On the Cliff Guest House?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.
Are pets allowed at On the Cliff Guest House?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at On the Cliff Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by On the Cliff Guest House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 1500 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at On the Cliff Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at On the Cliff Guest House and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guest house's other amenities, which include a sauna and a garden.
Does On the Cliff Guest House have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around On the Cliff Guest House like?
On the Cliff Guest House is a short 9-minute walk from Cliff Path and 17 minutes' walk from New Harbour.
On the Cliff Guest House Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
15 Mar 2020
joyable few nights in Harmanous
This is a friendly B&B that are so popular is SA. All rooms have great views of the sea and would offer excellent viewing during the season when whales are in the bay. It is also a nice walk into the town centre where there are plenty of restaurants.
The room has traditional decoration which is well maintained and clean.
Everyone is very friendly and helpful to make the most of your visit.
The room does not come with air conditioning, so we found the room a little warm at night, but this is a personal preference.
Overall a very pleasing and welcoming stay.
David
David, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Dec 2019
Beautiful view of the bay. Room was phenomenal, staff very friendly. Breakfast was excellent.
TerryB
TerryB, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2019
Very comfortable and clean with a nice location. Pretty view and walking paths along the cliffs above the surf.
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Sep 2019
Pierre
Pierre, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Sep 2019
Lovely property only a short walk from the town center. The owner and staff were very friendly and could not be more welcoming. We were on a 1 month tour, and this was the warmest welcome of any of hotels we stayed at. We would happily recommend to other.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
21 Jul 2019
This wasn’t my booking this has been booked fraudulently have contacted my bank
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jun 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Apr 2019
Tamar
Tamar, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Mar 2019
The property was right across the street from the ocean. You could see the ocean from the bedroom, breakfast room. If there were whales there you would have been able to see them. Such a charming place. Breakfast was great. You can’t help but fall in love with the place.
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2018
Coastal peace in busy Hermanus
Very pleasant and helpful management team. Our room was spacious and well furnished with king size bed open view to the sea immediately across the road wirh access to the paved coast path. Wonderful choices for cooked breakfast. Secure parking at rear of property. More than one communal lounge areas and an honesty bar. Away from the bustle of the town centre but close enough to good restaurants. 4 star rating is justified.
Peter
Peter, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Nov 2018
Beautiful location. Clean comfortable room. Great breakfast. Charmaine is vey helpful. A great little inn tucked away from all the hustle and bustle. Highly recommended.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Oct 2018
Lovely room overlooking Hermanus Bay. Beautiful view, friendy and helpful staff. Fantastic area for whale watching... we loved it.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Nov 2017
Great place to stay at Hermanus. Only wale watching seemed to be better
martin
martin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Nov 2017
superb
This is a wonderful hotel with a gorgeous view and lovely location. The staff could not have been more welcoming and the breakfast more delicious. The rooms were spacious and the amenities were terrific. I loved the lotion....best ever. Our view from the ground floor was wonderful.
pam
pam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Oct 2017
Beautiful view spacious rooms
Beautiful property with big spacious rooms. Every room has a sea view. The breakfast was amazing. There are beautiful spots in the property like the pool area with swings and the library. Beautiful artwork and handicrafts throughout the property which give you a nice feel of being in a beach town. The property is close to some great seafood restaurants in the town and is also very close to whale watching tours. I would highly recommend this place and am looking forward to re-visiting the place myself.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Sep 2016
Great Location
This is a B&B done right. All rooms face the ocean with a view. Staff is very professional and friendly. I felt I was staying at someones beautiful home with my own very private room just off the very spacious living room. I stayed in a lower room which was slightly cheaper, but the view was great! I'd book that room again! This is a B&B worth remembering.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Feb 2016
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 Jan 2016
Perfect for a stopover on the coast
We enjoyed our stay very much. The room is spacious, the staff friendly and the breakfast was very generous for being a guest house. The house is nicely located overlooking the cliffs (with the road inbetween), there is a path accross the road that goes all the way to the village, it takes about 20-25 minutes.
Armando
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2016
Good location
very comfortable
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jul 2014
Right across from the sea
Great place, good folks running it. Pretty views. Good breakfast. Outstanding bathroom.
gary arizona
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2014
REJUVINATING
VERY COMFORTABLE AND RELAXING FOR A TIRED COUPLE, LEFT FEELING REJUVINATED. HIGHLY RECOMMENDABLE
FARMER
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Mar 2014
Lovely owners, couldn't do enough for us. Everything first class; no hesitation in returning.
Pamela and Howard
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Mar 2014
Fantastic Guest House
This place is beautiful - and that includes the hosts, Charmaine and Hylton. The facilities are excellent, the breakfast superb and the view stunning. I would happily come back and would definitely stay longer.
Owen J
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2013
Lovely surprise
This accommodation was a gorgeous guest house. The service from Charmaine and Hylton the owners was fantastic, they showed so much hospitality and I loved hearing about to their adventure travel stories! The room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Location was great, we were right opposite the ocean and a 1 minute drive to town. You can also walk to town via the coastal walk which would be beautiful during the summer months and I am sure fantastic during whale watching season.