Bedroom with a chandelier and a tufted white bed at Birkenhead House

HERMANUS / WALKER BAY

Birkenhead House

Voëlklip / Hermanus · Whale Coast & Overberg

Eleven individually designed rooms across three houses on a cliff top between two coves in Hermanus, overlooking Walker Bay.

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Property Type Boutique Hotel
Star Grading ★★★★★
Malaria Status Malaria-free
Families Welcome

The stay

Eleven rooms above the sea

Birkenhead House is intentionally small, with just eleven individually designed rooms across three houses and a dramatic cliff-top setting.

Who Birkenhead House suits

It suits couples and honeymooners who want a small seaside house above Walker Bay, with whale watching and a shuttle into Hermanus among the experiences. Children are accommodated by prior arrangement. Cape Town International is the nearest airport.

Rooms & Suites

Standard Room

Max 2 adults

Luxury Room

Max 2 adults

Superior Room

Max 2 adults

Deluxe Superior Room

Max 2 adults

Safari & Experiences

Whale watching

Seasonal whale viewing is possible from the property and surrounding coastline.

Hermanus shuttle

Complimentary shuttle access to central Hermanus is part of the stay.

Good to know

Families

The property can accommodate children by prior arrangement; room occupancy should be matched directly with reservations.

Power & connectivity

  • Mains powered
  • In-room power available

Wi-Fi, minibar and full luxury room amenities are included.

Getting there

  • Nearest airport: Cape Town International Airport

Birkenhead House occupies a cliff-top position between two coves in Hermanus.

Plan around your stay

Add the road leg

Private transfers, arranged with the stay.

Spurwing can arrange private road transfers from the nearest practical airport, city or previous stop, or connect the stay into a wider Cape itinerary where the routing is practical.

Tell us where you are coming from and where you are going next. We confirm the practical route, vehicle and timing before anything is booked.

Arrange a Transfer Whale Coast & Overberg

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One trusted partner for the whole journey — speak to us and we’ll help plan the stay alongside the rest of your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rooms does Birkenhead House have?

Birkenhead House has 11 individually designed rooms.

Is Birkenhead House good for honeymoons?

Yes. Its scale, privacy and cliff-top setting make it especially strong for couples.

Does any room have a private plunge pool?

Yes. One of the Luxury Rooms includes a private plunge pool.