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Birkenhead House & Villa

Cnr of 7th Avenue & 11th Street | Voelklip, Hermanus 7200, South Africa
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Birkenhead House & Villa
Ranked #1 of 8 hotels in Hermanus
4.5 of 5 stars 86 Reviews
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London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I don't have words to describe how much my husband and I loved our stay at the Birkenhead House. Everything was absolutely incredible from the caring staff to the exquisite food and I haven't even mentioned the view. It was the closest to feeling like a celebrity we have ever felt. The staff went out of their way to make... More

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NYC
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 51 cities Reviews in 51 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Had an excellent two night stay. Highly suggest the yoga instructor they can bring in for you, as well as dining in the restaurant. Delicious meals both nights, extremely comfortable room. Really was a fantastic way to end the trip.

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Wokingham, United Kingdom
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

relaxed from the moment you arrive ... this place perfectly combines the feeling of staying somewhere special whilst giving relaxed service. when we arrived early we were greated with champagne cocktails and advised to relax over lunch whilst our room was prepared...perfect start to our stay! the food here is great .. interesting flavours .. fab tastes. we stayed in... More

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Greenwich, Connecticut
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 49 cities Reviews in 49 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

“This is one of my favorite lesser-known properties in the world – absolutely love it, and feel so at home here. It's great for afew days of relaxed activity away from the hustle bustle of Cape Town, getting out and about in the dreamy, beach-side setting for hikes, picnics and whale-watching. During whale season is when it must be experienced... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Birkenhead House combines great hospitality, an amazing setting on the cliff top of a beautiful beach and fantastic accomodation, staff and food. We stayed here for 10 nights and each night delighted and surprised by the menu. The chefs will accomodate your desires, so if you feel like something different off the menu, this is never a problem. This is... More

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Swansea, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

Birkenhead House manages seemlessly to combine the informality of a beach house with the sophistication of a top-class boutique hotel. This was our fourth visit and we hope to return again next year.

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Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 55 cities Reviews in 55 cities
92 helpful votes 92 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012 via mobile
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The Good Great Location with stunning views and lovely beach front walks in both directions Staff try very hard (but you get the feeling it's a bit OTT and based on a process) Food quality was good but not amazing - its all inclusive but the menu doesn't change at lunch so if you stay for more than 2 or... More

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New York City, New York
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012
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Birkenhead House was the first stop on our South African adventure. We were blown away by the beauty and service from the moment we arrived. With the manager waiting for us at the main entrance and the good news that we were upgraded to the honeymoon suite (bottle of champagne awaiting us). Our room was clean, simple, comfy and wonderful... More

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London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012
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rooms vary in size and quality so ensure you get a good room. some rooms face the road others on the sea. Rooms allow too much sun in in the morning. staff painful.

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dublin
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012
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Beautiful hotel and rooms. Gorgeoys location. Outstanding service Food amazing. Attention o detail incomparable.

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Cnr of 7th Avenue & 11th Street | Voelklip, Hermanus 7200, South Africa
Price range (per night):* S$1,278

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