The Western Cape is known for the port city of Cape Town, set beneath Table Mountain, part of a national park of the same name. In Table Bay, Robben Island is the notorious prison that once held Nelson Mandela, and is now a living museum. Farther afield, winelands surround historical towns like Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl.
Western Cape Guide and Hotels
The Western Cape is a province of South Africa on the south-western coast of the country.
Western Cape Guide and Hotels
The Marine
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Main Road, Western Cape
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Why this hotel? Fantastic for whale watching. Stunning views. With restaurants and spa.
Part of the Liz McGrath Collection, this 5-star boutique hotel is one of South Africa’s most spectacular seaside hotels. The Marine is located on Hermanus’ famous cliff path, overlooking the breathtaking Walker Bay in the Western Cape’s Overberg region.
Guests can stay in spacious double rooms, some of which have private balconies, or in premier suites that offer views of the ocean. The Marine also offers luxury double rooms with sea view that are perfectly positioned for watching pods of dolphins and whales as they swim in the bay below. All rooms include a TV, bathrobes and bathroom amenities, bottled filter water, and a safe. There is A/C and free wifi throughout the entire property.
The Marine has two fantastic restaurants and a sun lounge & bar on-site, as well as two pools and a spa in a garden courtyard. All hotels in the Liz McGrath Collection are gay/LGBTQ+ friendly and welcoming.
Guests can stay in spacious double rooms, some of which have private balconies, or in premier suites that offer views of the ocean. The Marine also offers luxury double rooms with sea view that are perfectly positioned for watching pods of dolphins and whales as they swim in the bay below. All rooms include a TV, bathrobes and bathroom amenities, bottled filter water, and a safe. There is A/C and free wifi throughout the entire property.
The Marine has two fantastic restaurants and a sun lounge & bar on-site, as well as two pools and a spa in a garden courtyard. All hotels in the Liz McGrath Collection are gay/LGBTQ+ friendly and welcoming.
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Bar
Garden
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Pool
Restaurant
shopping
Spa
whale watching
The Plettenberg
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40 Church St, Western Cape
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Why this hotel? Breathtaking ocean and mountain views. World-class seafood restaurant.Beach access.
The Plettenberg is part of the Liz McGrath Collection and is the ultimate South African seaside escape. This luxurious 5-star hotel is situated on a rocky headland in Plettenberg Bay, along the famous Garden Route.
Choose between a variety of spacious en-suite double rooms and suites, some of which come with a private balcony and sea view. There is also an exclusive villa and a beach house with a kitchen and a lounge, perfect for larger groups. All rooms include a TV, bathrobes and bathroom amenities, bottled filter water, and a safe. There is A/C and free wifi throughout the entire property.
Enjoy world-class cuisine at the on-site seafood restaurant, or relax at The Plettenberg’s stylish bar and lounge. There are also two pools, a spa, and access to the golden-sandy beach. All hotels in the Liz McGrath Collection are gay/LGBTQ+ friendly and welcoming.
Choose between a variety of spacious en-suite double rooms and suites, some of which come with a private balcony and sea view. There is also an exclusive villa and a beach house with a kitchen and a lounge, perfect for larger groups. All rooms include a TV, bathrobes and bathroom amenities, bottled filter water, and a safe. There is A/C and free wifi throughout the entire property.
Enjoy world-class cuisine at the on-site seafood restaurant, or relax at The Plettenberg’s stylish bar and lounge. There are also two pools, a spa, and access to the golden-sandy beach. All hotels in the Liz McGrath Collection are gay/LGBTQ+ friendly and welcoming.
Features:
A/C
Bar
beach access
Hotel
parking
Pool
restauarnt
shopping
Spa
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