Misty Waves Boutique Hotel

Situated along Marine Drive with breathtaking ocean views, Misty Waves Boutique Hotel offers an ideal base for experiencing South Africa's premier whale-watching destination. Positioned mere meters from the famous cliff paths, guests can enjoy uninterrupted views of Walker Bay, often spotting Southern Right whales directly from their balconies during season (June-November).

Accommodation and Amenities

The hotel features spacious rooms across different categories, from ground floor suites to top-floor platinum rooms. Many accommodations offer private balconies, sea views, and luxury touches like four-poster beds and spa baths. The Victorian and Colonial styling creates a distinctive atmosphere that stands apart from typical modern hotels.

Facilities include:

• Solar-heated pool lounge area
• Private cinema/theatre (perfect during bad weather)
• Heritage Restaurant situated in one of Hermanus' oldest fisherman's cottages
• Secure undercover parking
• Conference facilities for small executive groups

Local Insider Tips

Perfectly positioned just a short 5-minute walk from town, guests can easily explore Hermanus while enjoying relative seclusion. The Cliff Path starts just outside the hotel—follow it for about 1.5 hours to reach the beautiful beaches of Kammabai and Voelklip, or 2 hours to reach Grotto Beach.

Don't miss Ficks Pinchos Restaurant, a hidden tidal pool restaurant just opposite the hotel—a favorite among locals for sundowners with spectacular views.

Activities

The hotel's friendly staff can arrange numerous local experiences:

• Land-based whale watching (Hermanus offers the best in the world)
• Shark cage diving excursions
• Wine tours through the nearby Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
• Sea kayaking with the whales (seasonal)
• Hiking trails in Fernkloof Nature Reserve

For breakfast, guests enjoy a continental buffet with freshly baked croissants, muffins, meats, cheeses and a menu of hot options while overlooking the ocean. Early mornings are perfect for watching the bay come alive, often with whales breaching during season.

The hotel's location near the historic spring where Hermanus Pieters (the town's namesake) first settled gives it a connection to local history, making it an authentic base for exploring this charming coastal town.