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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.

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April at the Cellars-Hohenhort Hotel 2024

04 April 2024

Hidden in the heart of Constantia, in the southern suburbs of Cape Town, amidst the picturesque vineyards and beautiful gardens, the 5-star Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa, one of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, stands as a beacon of luxury and tranquility – a true testament to its founder Liz McGrath.

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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

Act of Love

05 February 2024

Poets, playwrites, musicians and bards have since ‘forever’ struggled to define or express the most powerful emotion we share with each other, animals and nature.

Experiences

Love, romance, and a blissful hotel getaway

24 January 2024

Every love story needs an occasional romantic twist. Unfortunately, in 22 years of blissful togetherness, my husband’s best attempt was a green pop-up beach chair.

Experiences

Leafy luxury at the newly revamped Cellars-Hohenort

09 November 2023

From the grand old lady to the graceful green goddess, the Cellars-Hohenort Hotel and Spa has been transformed by the new design of her elegant restaurant and public spaces.

Itineraries

Enjoy A Three-Day Holiday in Cape Town

05 May 2020

Keep things local and make The Cellars-Hohenort your base for an unforgettable long weekend in Cape Town. Surrounded by nine acres of historic gardens, with views of Table Mountain...

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™

Wellness

Home wellness and beauty tips

14 April 2020

Carchele Beauty Spa at The Marine in Hermanus is a haven of pampering and sheer indulgence. Bring that feeling of calm and pampering into your own home, with these self-care and beauty tips from owner, Serene Klue

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Ardmore’s Pride of Africa Exhibition

19 December 2018

Walk through any of our hotels and you’re bound to spy pieces by Ardmore. Our annual Ardmore exhibition will take place at The Cellars-Hohenort between 14 – 17 February 2019.

People

A chef that takes the cake

10 August 2018

Head Pastry Chef Saretha Basson is the culinary creative behind the new Classic High Tea at The Cellars-Hohenort. We catch up with Saretha to chat about why she loves being a pastry chef.

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Women’s Month at The Marine, Part 2: The Assistant General Manager

02 August 2018

This Women’s Month we celebrate three women in leadership roles at The Marine. For our second installment we talk to Assistant General Manager, Melissa Burns

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Women’s Month at The Marine, Part 1: The Chef

26 July 2018

This Women’s Month we celebrate three women in leadership roles at The Marine. Up first, we interview our head chef, Tronette Dippenaar.

Activities

The Plett Arts Festival 2018

20 May 2018

The Plett ARTS Festival is in its 5th year and gaining momentum. The Plettenberg will partner with Plett Tourism to host this celebration of arts and culture from Monday 25 June to Monday 9 July 2018.

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Ardmore’s Voyage of Discovery Exhibition

13 December 2017

Walk through any of our hotels and you’re bound to spy pieces by Ardmore. Our annual Ardmore exhibition will take place at The Cellars Hohenort between 16 – 18 February 2018.

Our Responsibility

H2ZERO CT #WaterlessCooking Challenge

18 October 2017

Creative agency 140BBDO, in partnership with Cape radio station SMILE 90.4FM recently ran a campaign called H2ZERO: a water saving initiative where renowned local chefs were challenged to create a menu that uses absolutely zero water.

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Women’s Day interview with Jacqui Elliott

09 August 2017

We celebrate this Women’s Day with an interview with the CEO of The Collection by Liz McGrath, Jacqui Elliott. "Passion, hard work and resilience are the key ingredients to success."

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Tips for a Water-wise Restaurant Kitchen

02 February 2017

With the water crisis becoming critical in the Western Cape our chefs — across The Cellars-Hohenort, The Marine and The Plettenberg — have taken up the mantle to implement water saving procedures in their restaurant kitchens.