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Experiences

The Wellpoint of Wellness

20 June 2024

If Hermanus is the wellpoint of wellness of the Western Cape (which it certainly is) then The Marine Hotel is ‘le coeur de la mer.’ The 56 carat blue diamond was real and then repurposed and fictionalised in the film ‘Titanic.

Experiences

April Magic at The Marine Hotel 2024

04 April 2024

Nestled along the rugged cliffs of beautiful Hermanus, The Marine Hotel, one of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World and one of Liz McGrath Collection of 5-star Boutique hotels and spas, stands as an emblem of timeless elegance and coastal charm.

Experiences

Our Easter Letter

12 March 2024

What do rabbits, hopping and The Easter letter all have in common with what we offer at our exclusive boutique hotels this year? The metaphor is begging to be revealed.

Experiences

Luxury Whale Watching Getaways in Plettenberg Bay

10 July 2023

Every year between June and December, hundreds of Southern Right Whales return to the pristine waters of the southernmost tip of Africa. Their arrival represents a unique opportunity to observe these jaw-dropping creatures in the wild.

Occasions

From slippers to soaps, and socks to sweaters, Dads are easy to please.

14 June 2023

Father’s Day has been celebrated in several countries worldwide for over a century and has since become an ubiquitous tradition. And although this day is celebrated in many ways by many different cultures and in many forms, South Africans have their own particular version of patriotic paternalism.

Occasions

Digging Deeper into Mother’s Day

02 May 2023

Mother’s Day can be seen as an expedition back in time. An archeological and archetypal celebration of our one common ancestor known as ‘Mitochondrial Eve, she is everyone’s mother. So, humanity indeed has collective gratitude for her. Dads, husbands, and children have a perfect opportunity here to show Mom just how much they love and appreciate her.

Occasions

Easter Encompasses All

22 March 2023

This Easter holiday season once again invites you to Cape Town. The place ‘to see and be seen.’ And there is always a plethora of activities and events during our festive seasons from whichever - of our three luxury hotels - you choose to visit.

Destination

Wedding season in the Western Cape

11 October 2022

Wedding season in the Western Cape has never been better than this. Be spontaneous or let your family spontaneously surprise you with our seasonal elopement packages at either The Cellars Hohenort...

Destination

Hermanus is a synonym for whales in springtime

16 September 2022

Each year, the Overberg coastline, and particularly the relatively sheltered waters of Walker Bay and Hermanus, play host to one of nature’s most profound spectacles: the birthing and mating seasons...

Itineraries

Cape Whale Watching Season

08 June 2020

Each year, the Overberg coastline, and particularly the relatively sheltered waters of Walker Bay and Hermanus, play host to one of nature’s most profound spectacles: the birthing and mating seasons...

Recognised by Small Luxury Hotels of the World™

26 April 2020

Two of South Africa's Finest Seaside Hotels are the Country's First to be recognised by small luxury hotels of the world™

Itineraries

Enjoy A Three-Day Vacation in Hermanus with a Stay At The Marine

30 April 2019

Make The Marine your base for an unforgettable three days in the jewel of the South Africa’s Overberg, Hermanus. It’s hard to beat The Marine’s spectacular seaside vistas; perched on...

Itineraries

From sea to shining sea: from Hermanus to Plett

05 September 2018

A self-drive itinerary of our insider scoop of places to stop along the way Your journey to and from Hermanus and Plettenberg Bay

Whale Route

Tips for photographing whales

03 September 2018

Celebrated photographer Dave de Beer shares his tips for photographing whales, when visiting Walker Bay during whale season.

Activities

SEA: The Marine offers the ultimate base for ocean adventures

16 July 2018

"How inappropriate to call this planet Earth when it is clearly Ocean.” Overlooking the majestic beauty of Walker Bay, The Marine is ideally situated to take to the seas of the Overberg. The ocean permeates every bit of your stay at The Marine.

Itineraries

From sea to shining sea: to and from Cape Town and Hermanus

01 July 2018

A self-drive itinerary of our insider scoop of places to stop along the way Your journey to and from Cape Town and Hermanus

Food & Wine

Eat. Play. Love.

01 February 2018

Wine, dine and explore with the love of your life in the most luxurious and spectacular of locations in Cape Town, Hermanus and Plettenberg Bay.

Activities

Take to The Sea

10 August 2017

Overlooking the majestic beauty of Walker Bay, The Marine is ideally situated to take advantage of all Hermanus has to offer. And, summer is the perfect time to take to the sea. Enjoy a variety of water-based activities. Here’s our pick of three to try:

Experiences

Five Reasons to go on the Hermanus First Friday’s Artwalk

04 March 2016

Hermanus First Friday's Artwalk is part of a worldwide initiative ‘to make art and art galleries more accessible to the public’. On the first Friday of every month guests of The Marine can take an easy stroll along the cliff path into the centre of town to...