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title: "House on Westcliff, Hermanus: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "House on Westcliff in Hermanus: rated 9.0 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Guesthouse · ★★★★
# House on Westcliff

Overstrand Ward 5, Hermanus, South Africa

9.0 ·  Excellent 121 reviews ·  #22 #22 of 30 in Hermanus ·  4.8 Location score
## About House on Westcliff

House on Westcliff is a guesthouse in Overstrand Ward 5, Hermanus, South Africa. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 121 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free parking. It is 1.6 km from the centre of Hermanus. The nearest beach is 640 m away. The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 76 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 6

- **Opened:** 1990

- **Last renovated:** 2024

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 5

96 Westcliff Rd [houseonwestcliff.co.za](http://www.houseonwestcliff.co.za/)

## How House on Westcliff scores

Better rated than 21% of hotels in Hermanus

-   Guest rating **9.0**
-   Location **4.8**
-   Beach access **8.1**

Hermanus average

## Amenities

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Balcony
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **4.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **15**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **2**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">640 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">10 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cape Town International Airport (CPT)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">76 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">172 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Hermanus</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.6 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Whale Museum1.9 km
-   De Wet's Huis Photo Museum2.0 km
-   Old Harbour Museum2.0 km
-   The Art Gallery2.0 km

## House on Westcliff: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the hotel's tours. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, experience comfort and warmth from the delightful on-site fireplace on those chilly days and nights. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundromat and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. The hotel is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at hotel, select rooms are equipped with linen service to improve your stay. At House on Westcliff, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer and toiletries for your convenience. Do you possess exceptional culinary skills? Prepare your meals personally within the hotel at its BBQ facilities. House on Westcliff provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool.

### Compare

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## Questions about House on Westcliff

### How do guests rate House on Westcliff?

House on Westcliff has a guest rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 121 reviews, which is better than 21% of rated hotels in Hermanus.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at House on Westcliff?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does House on Westcliff have a pool?

Yes, House on Westcliff has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at House on Westcliff?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is House on Westcliff from the airport?

The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 76 km away in a straight line.

### Is House on Westcliff close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 640 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does House on Westcliff have?

House on Westcliff has 6 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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