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Schulphoek House

5.0 star property
Elegant beach guesthouse and outdoor pool

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Beach nearby
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Breakfast, dinner served; Regional cuisine, sea views
Reception
Superior Sea Facing Twin

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
11 June - 12 June

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181 Piet Retief St, Sandbaai, Hermanus, Western Cape, 7200
  • New Harbour
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Old Harbour
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Hermanus Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 75 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Luxury Sea Facing Twin | View from room

Luxury Sea Facing Twin

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 68 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Standard Garden Double | Bathroom

Standard Garden Double

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Garden Double

Luxury Garden Double

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Garden Twin

Standard Garden Twin

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Garden Triple | Living room

Luxury Garden Triple

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Superior Sea Facing Twin

Superior Sea Facing Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
  • 66 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Hermanus

A luxury stay in Hermanus awaits you at Schulphoek House. Within a 10-minute stroll you'll find Hemel-en-Aarde Valley and Whalehaven Winery within a 30-minute walk. Highlights at this beach guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free breakfast (local cuisine). .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. The restaurant, Schulphoek House, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. At the guest house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the sauna and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Hermanus guest house include New Harbour and Old Harbour.
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What's nearby

  • New Harbour - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Old Harbour - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Hermanus Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Voelklip Beach - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Grotto Beach - 13 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hartlief Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Heritage Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ficks Wine & Pinchos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Schulphoek House

Elegant beach guesthouse and outdoor pool
Schulphoek House offers its guests an outdoor pool and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Schulphoek House. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Hermanus guest house is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2000
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Schulphoek House offers 15 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries. This Hermanus guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Schulphoek House

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2000
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
If guests are planning to check out before 8 AM, the property requests that guests check out the night before by 10 PM instead.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Schulphoek House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Schulphoek
Schulphoek Seafront
Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse
Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse Hermanus
Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse House Hermanus
Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse House
Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse Restaurant
Schulphoek House Guesthouse Hermanus
Schulphoek House Guesthouse
Schulphoek House Hermanus
Schulphoek House Hermanus
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Schulphoek House Guesthouse Hermanus

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Schulphoek House?

Schulphoek House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Schulphoek House?

As of 10 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Schulphoek House on 11 June 2025 start from AU$175.34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Schulphoek House?

Yep, Schulphoek House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Schulphoek House?

The closest beach to Schulphoek House is Voelklip Beach (7.6 km).

Is there a spa on site at Schulphoek House?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like Swedish massages.

Does Schulphoek House have a pool?

Schulphoek House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 24 hours.

What makes Schulphoek House a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and romance packages, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Schulphoek House.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Schulphoek House?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Schulphoek House serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Schulphoek House?

No, Schulphoek House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Schulphoek House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Schulphoek House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Schulphoek House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Schulphoek House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was beautiful with a spectacular view. The staff could not be more helpful. The shuttle bus was a bonus that we didn’t expect. The food was delicious. The only minor downside was the colour (grey) and size of the pool - although it was always spotlessly clean it appeared a bit murky. However, it wasn’t - it was just that it was painted grey.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emmie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for relaxing as couple

Amazing! Perfect break for a couple looking to relax and chill!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent choice

The hotel is extremely friendly and welcoming, the food was excellent the view fantastic and all round excellent choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Second time around

We have stayed here twice now. Very clean and large ocean front room. Breakfast was delightful,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joshua, Table View, RSA

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved how peaceful it was. It always smelled like the ocean. The rooms were clean and beautiful. The views from the second floor were stunning. Great helpful staff. No complaints at all!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

fiona, Surrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My sea view room was awesome, huge window so lie in bed and look out! lovely herb garden in centre, friendly staff. Its about 4km from centre of Hermanus but easy drive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Accommodation and Service

Absolute top accommodation. Professional trained staff. Very friendly. This is a place you want to stay and enjoy !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

N, London, U.K.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel close to the beach

Only 5 mins drive from central Hermanus - room was very large and had a splendid sea-facing view. The bed was very comfy and the staff were very friendly. We dined at the hotel - the menu was simple yet tasty. This hotel is best enjoyed when you are driving yourself as taxis are quite expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Bill, Vancouver Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Modern hotel with some seafront views

My wife and I had a one night stay as we toured the wineries in the Hermanus area. The hotel was not in Hermanus but a little way out at Sandbaai with spectacular ocean views from the restaurant. At breakfast we saw whales in the bay. Breakfast was excellent and quality of the food outstanding. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Unfortunately our room had no ocean view. We looked on to a brick wall. For the price of the room this was very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4/10 Poor

Poul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Big trouble with Internet - very bad connection.

10/10 Excellent

Mrs FK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view from Crayfish Cottage is stunning, a short walk onto the rocks. Breakfast is something not to be missed and the service is excellent. Its quiet so you can enjoy the bird calls and the sound of the sea yet only a few minutes drive from Hermanus beachfront. We would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place

A beautiful modern hotel with its own garden for fruits and vegetables plus an adorable little tortoise garden where they have rescued baby tortoises. The views are amazing from the lounge and eating area.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay in Hermanus

Excellent dinner served! A wonderful place to stay that is outside the city center.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Abu Dhabi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing private getaway

Our stay at Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse & Restaurant was one of the best places we visited in South Africa, a truly 5 star experience with personal service, privacy, dedicated chefs and even onsite organic gardens for fresh greens with each meal. We selected food type and the menu was specifically designed for our personal preferences. From a very luxurious room to the wonderful views of the seashore this is a first class guesthouse. The owner is a sommelier with a great wine cellar to complement each meal with an excellent pairing. Not to be missed when in Hermanus for whale watching or wine tasting.

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A delightful getaway from it all

I spent 4 nights at Schulphoek Guesthouse and enjoyed every minute. The facilities are really first rate - Janet and her team have put a great deal of effort into thinking of every detail that a traveler might need, from the first class coffee and tea set (along with nuts, fruit, and more each day), to the towels, robes, and luxurious crisp white sheets. The rooms are enormous and very comfortable, each with its own veranda overlooking the gardens. Breakfast is hearty and healthy, and more than sufficient for me to only browse lightly during the day until dinner, several of which I took at Schulphoek's restaurant. The setting is intimate and lovely, with plenty of opportunity to interact with other diners or to retreat to your own corner, as you wish. The food itself is fresh and well prepared by the wonderful staff - I had local fish one night and kudu and springbok (both, pretty much the same as venison) the other two. To accompany the meats there was salad and vegetables from the garden, home made bread, and delightful deserts. Oh yes, and while I am not a serious drinker, those who care to can visit the extensive wine cellar to choose their evening beverage. Most of all, Schulphoek is extremely accommodating to the visitor, arranging for hikes, tours, connections to the airport and more such that my stay was hassle free. Thanks to Janet, Chris and everyone at Schulphoek for the delightful visit.

10/10 Excellent

ALK, London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location to access the garden route

Homely and well run guest house with very pleasant rooms, facilities and staff. We really enjoyed our stay which we extended to three nights - driving quite far afield to see the beautiful beaches, towns and countryside. We also took advantage of the well planned sea walkway (west) of the guest house, enjoying the ocean waves, rock formations and nature. Hermanus is a little touristy, but has some very good restaraunts, which the staff happlily reserved and directed us to.

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Colin, Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schulpheok Guesthouse Hermanus.

An upmarket Guesthouse with extremely large and luxurious bedrooms and bathrooms. Unfortunately the jacuzzi was broken when we tried to use it. The food in the restaurant was very good. It is though on a housing development 10 minutes drive outside Hermanus and there is nothing in the immediate vicinity. The Guesthouse doors try very hard to make your stay enjoyable.

10/10 Excellent

Quintus, Cape Town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heaven!

We had an unbelievable stay, the views are incredible! We fell asleep listening to waves and woke up to a glorious sunrise. Highly recommended