Just 984 feet from the oceanfront, the 4-star Nautilus Guest House is a thatched residence with a seasonal outdoor pool and stylish rooms. Its staff can arrange whale watching and shark-cage diving. All rooms at the Nautilus Guest House have deep-soaking bath tubs and are elegantly decorated featuring dark wood furniture and carpeted floors. Some rooms come with private balconies. Guests can enjoy a leisurely walk along the cliff path to Hermanus village and its old harbor. The hotel’s pool area is fitted with elegant loungers. T Nautilus Guest House is located less than a 10-minute drive from the Fernkloof Nature Reserve. Cape Town is 1 hour and 30 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Hermanus, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
7.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Steve
    South Africa South Africa
    Room was comfortable and roomy. Breakfast was superb. Overall experience was great.
  • Russell
    South Africa South Africa
    Very large and comfortable rooms. Freshly prepared breakfasts. Great communal lounge area. Easy access to Hermanus town
  • Lynda
    South Africa South Africa
    Bfast was delicious. Just felt it was a little rushed....but beautifully presented. Loved the sweet treats for afterwards

Area info

Amenities of Nautilus Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Express check-in/out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Security alarm
    • Safe
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    Nautilus Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Nautilus Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that early check-in is by arrangement with management of Nautilus Cottage only. In addition late arrivals after 18h00 need to be arranged with management prior to arrival, as the property does not have a 24-hour reception.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Nautilus Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

    FAQs about Nautilus Guest House

    • Nautilus Guest House is 1,500 feet from the center of Hermanus. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Nautilus Guest House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at Nautilus Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Nautilus Guest House include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • Nautilus Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Swimming pool