Birkenhead House is a luxury hotel located in the seaside town of Hermanus in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is a scenic, 90 minute drive from Cape Town city centre and from Cape Town airport.
Birkenhead House is located next to Voelklip beach in Hermanus which is a short drive from the centre of Hermanus. We offer a complimentary shuttle service to and from the centre of Hermanus for our guests.
Birkenhead House provides luxury accommodation for those seeking an extraordinary coastal experience.
watch surfers carving through the waves and, for several months each year, witness Southern Right and Humpback Whales breaching just meters from the shore.
The hotel’s contemporary décor is an artful mix of beach-house and quirky opulence.
While Birkenhead House is a five star hotel with all the services and amenities that you would expect, the hotel is characterised by a laid back and easy-going atmosphere.
Whether you are seeking a rejuvenating retreat or an adventure filled beach holiday, Birkenhead House is the ideal destination.
The all-inclusive rate means that guests never need to leave the comfort of Birkenhead House, where all meals and drinks are included.
For the more adventurous, Hermanus offers activities aplenty including whale watching, shark cage diving, golf, horse riding on the beach, hiking, surfing, mussel picking and even wine tasting.
The Hemel-en-Aarde Valley is just a short drive away and is one of South Africa’s premier wine routes specializing in cool-climate Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays and Sauvignon Blancs.