Kwaaiwater Travel Guide
Hermanus
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Popular places to visit
Voelklip Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Voelklip Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Hermanus. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Grotto Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Grotto Beach during your travels in Hermanus? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Cliff Path
You can take time to visit Cliff Path during your travels to Hermanus. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Hermanus Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Hermanus at Hermanus Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
New Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to New Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Old Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to Old Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do
Hermanus Cliff Walk History Tour - a walk back in time
Top hotels in Kwaaiwater
Abalone Guest Lodge
Abalone Guest House is great. Excellent welcome and hospitality. Good location overlooking the ocean towards Voelklip about 5k to the east of Hermanus.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hemingway House
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Wonderful aparthotel, such friendly, helpful staff! Our apartment was spotless, really well stocked with things like air fryer, iron etc. Location was perfect, within a shopping complex for Checkers, 5 mins walk to the rock pools and tidal pool and all the local restaurants. Beautiful sea view from ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Esplanade Hermanus
Had a great night here, nice welcome and location is fabulous. Would have enjoyed staying longer, nice town plenty of options for eating or chilling.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Misty Waves Boutique Hotel
The Marine Hermanus
Other neighbourhoods around Kwaaiwater
Fernkloof
While Fernkloof isn't home to many top sights, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hermanus Heights
Hermanus Heights is well liked for its gardens. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Hermanus area, you might plan a trip to Fernkloof Nature Reserve or Hoy's Koppie.
Eastcliff
While Eastcliff may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Harbour and Village Square.
Voelklip
Beaches, whale watching and mountain views are some highlights of Voelklip. Make a stop by Voelklip Beach or Grotto Beach while you're exploring.
Hermanus City-Centre
Whale watching, seaside views and shopping are some highlights of Hermanus City-Centre. Make a stop by Old Harbour or Village Square while you're exploring.
Westcliff
Seaside views, whale watching and waterfront views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westcliff. Check out Cliff Path or New Harbour while you're exploring the area.
