Birkenhead House

Birkenhead House


Birkenhead House, perched high on the cliffs of Hermanus overlooking the whale watchers' paradise of Walker Bay, accommodates guests in the utmost luxury and is the perfect destination for those seeking the pinnacle of seaside living. Meals and sundowners can be enjoyed from the terrace which overlooks a number of beautiful beaches.
There is a luxurious selection of suites in Birkenhead House. All eleven rooms are spacious and most rooms have their own balcony and spectacular sea views, one room even has its own private pool and patio area. The rooms are luxuriously furnished and provide all the comforts you need during your stay. Bathe in the dual-level pool located in the sheltered courtyard or take a dip in the ocean off Hermanus’ two best beaches, which lie just below the rim-flow pool on Birkenhead House’s front patio. Birkenhead House offers world-class cuisine as a matter of course, and you can look forward to delicious dishes prepared by the in-house gourmet chef. From May to December the Southern Right whale (Eubalaena australis) graces Walker Bay with its massive presence. Several species of whales use the bay, as well as other marine mammals such as the Cape Fur Seal and Bottlenose Dolphins.


Birkenhead House is a member of exclusive Virtuoso travel network. Book online or contact our Virtuoso Travel Advisor [email protected] for more details.

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Virtuoso Rate Includes:

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Daily breakfast in Restaurant or Room Service
• Private wine tasting of the region's wines in the Birkenhead House cellar and 15% off all Spa massages OR donation of the amenity credit to The Royal Portfolio Foundation which was established by the Biden Family in order to give back to our local communities by contributing towards various upliftment and conservation projects within our Three Crowns sustainability framework
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

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