Sister hotel of The Plettenberg and The Cellars-Hohenort, The Marine can also be relied upon to turn whale-watching into a life-changing experience. And if you choose your accommodation here carefully you won’t even have to step out of bed to enjoy the wildlife spectacle playing out in front of you!

This 43-room hotel certainly offers one of the most spectacular seascapes in the southern hemisphere, its location above Walker Bay perfectly sited for cliffside walks and some of the best land-based whale watching opportunities in the world. Opt for a sea-facing luxury double or a spacious suite if you want to take full advantage of this prime
location, the Premier Suites particularly recommended for their extra benefits which range from split-level designs and working fireplaces to panoramic bay windows.

The full-service Carchele Beauty Spa is on hand for restorative treatments like mud wraps and sea salt scrubs and directly in front of the hotel is a tidal pool where you can swim as close to 100 metres away from the whales. There’s also a traditional swimming pool just as conveniently placed for drinks-toting waiters! And in keeping with the general maritime theme here there’s anything from an informal seafood café to an elegant restaurant inspired by the seafood counter at Harrods. As a delightful change Mediterranean and Eastern dishes await in The Pavilion.

ACCOMMODATION: 43 ROOMS & SUITES.
ACCESS: 1¼ HOUR DRIVE FROM CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
CHILDREN: OVER 12s WELCOME YEAR-ROUND.
2 NIGHTS: FROM £120 P.P. IN THE LOW-SEASON. (FLIGHTS AND TRANSFERS EXTRA).
MEAL PLAN: BREAKFAST INCLUDED.