Perched high on the cliffs of Hermanus, overlooking the whale watchers’ paradise of Walker Bay, is the regal Birkenhead House. Accommodating guests in the utmost luxury, this is the perfect destination for those seeking the pinnacle of seaside living.

Only an hour and a half from Cape Town, Birkenhead House is named after a British troop ship that sank in Walker Bay in 1852. From the comfort of the residence, guests can look forward to sighting the majestic Southern Right Whales that enter the sheltered waters of Walker Bay every year to calve.

Other attractions include a duel level swimming pool located in a sheltered courtyard, a rim flow swimming pool overlooking Hermanus’ best beaches.

Guests can explore along spectacular mountain trails and breathtaking cliff paths which are within easy reach from Birkenhead House. The hotel is conveniently situated along side the entrance Hermanus's most popular beach, Voelklip.

The in-house Birkenhead spa offers an array of massage, aromatherapy and reflexology treatments - there is no more relaxing way to round off a relaxing day. For those looking to stay in great shape, Birkenhead House has a fully equipped gym and steam room.

At Birkenhead House world cuisine is a matter of course. Lavish meals and seafood delicacies are served up daily, and room service will be happy to oblige you with a sumptuous breakfast in bed.

Standard facilities in the rooms are:

Mini-bars, DVD and CD players, DSTV (Satellite), underfloor heating, heated towel rails. Comprehensively stocked mini bars, Molton Brown guest amenities, Ralph Lauren linen and gorgeous appointments.

BEDROOM 1

This is without a doubt our best room, breathtaking views that will lull you into a soporific state of bliss. Three private balconies, one overlooking the split level pool. This spacious room is furnished with Egyptian style furniture covered in the finest white bull denim. An open dressing room leads you to the bathroom. Soak in the sps bath and watch sea gulls fly by.

BEDROOM 2

Wake up to the sound of the surf and panoramic sea views. This gorgeous room boasts a flat screen television and the décor is a charming combination of the old and the new. Sea facing balconies ensure that sundowners turn into sublime experiences.

BEDROOM 3

Adjoining styled rooms with sliding doors separating bedroom and large bathroom, great sea views from both rooms. Lovely dimensions. The beautifully appointed bathroom adds depth and tones of opulence to this room.

BEDROOM 4

Queen sized bed. Bathroom is equipped with a single vanity basin, shower and Victorian bath. Sea views from bedroom window.

BEDROOM 5

This room has its own private patio and dipping pool. Features a sunken marble bath, twin shagreen vanities, a blend of Eastern and Henry IV antiques.

BEDROOM 6

Spectacular sea views leading onto wrap-around balconies. Antique King sized beds. The bathroom is handsome; Shamford mirrors are lit with barber style lighting.

BEDROOM 7

Twin three quarter beds, beautiful sea views. Consists of both sea facing and mountain facing balconies. The bathroom is fitted with two huge shell framed mirrors.

BEDROOM 8

Antique King Sized four poster bed. This room has an oriental style décor. Two swishy Yankee chairs, covered in silk invite you to look out for whales. The balcony leading from the bathroom has stupendous mountain views.

BEDROOM 9

Venetian glass-walled dressing room, sunken bathroom and large room with mountain and sea views.

BEDROOM 10

This indo-China room is completed by an exquisite green quarry tiled bathroom boasting a stone bath and basin.

BEDROOM 11

Black lacquered four posted bed, mirror clad wall in the bathroom, superb furnishings.

BANK CHARGES

All transfers of funds should be made net of any charges.

CREDIT CARDS

All major credit cards are accepted.

CHILDREN

In the interest of the safety and for the comfort of all guests, Birkenhead House has a strictly enforced age restriction policy for children. The present age restriction limit is 12 years. This restriction does not apply if the entire hotel is booked.

SMOKING POLICY

For the comfort of others we ask guests not to smoke in their rooms.

TIPPING POLICY

The staff at Birkenhead House would like you to know that they do not expect individual tips. However, guests who would like to show their appreciation can do so by contributing to a staff gratuity fund, which is distributed once a month. The guideline that we suggest is Rands 150 per person per day and may be offered at the end of your stay and placed in the envelope provided in your room. This is however entirely at your own discretion.

AGE, DISABILITY, HEALTH AND SPECIAL FOOD REQUIREMENTS

Birkenhead House will make every effort to accommodate the needs of guests. At the time of booking, please provide full details of any disabilities, infirmities or any special health or food requirements, which may require special attention.

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

There is a local hospital situated 10min away from Birkenhead House