Every bedroom at La Fontaine is individually designed and radiates refined South African Colonian design. Joined with the guesthouse’s warm service, prime location and magnificent view, a stay at La Fontaine is a delightful experience for all.
Booking three rooms or more? Contact us directly for exclusive group rates.
Our luxury suite with sea view offers a relaxing stay. Watch the African sunset from the private balcony or enjoy the view of the whales.
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Situated right next to the garden patio, this room welcomes you home with a private ensuite living room. Enjoy the flowers and afternoon sun in the garden through the French doors directly from the bedroom.
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Bathed in natural light, this room offers a breathtaking view over the Atlantic Ocean. This elegant room features a comfortable king-size bed, ensuite bathroom and private balcony.
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This elegant room features a comfortable king-size bed, ensuite bathroom and private balcony.
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Our family suite offers two separate bedrooms and a shared bathroom. Welcoming and inviting, this room is well suited to a family with children.
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An elegant suite at La Fontaine Lodge facing the ocean with a large inside sitting area and a workstation. Enjoy the African sunset or savor the view of whales from your own room.
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This elegant room at La Fontaine Lodge offers a breathtaking view over the Atlantic Ocean and features a comfortable king-size bed, an ensuite bathroom, and a private outdoor sitting area next to the pool.
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This elegant room at La Fontaine Lodge offers a comfortable king-size bed, an ensuite bathroom, and a private outdoor patio with a comfortable tranquil seating aera surrounded by roses.
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La Fontaine is a luxury guesthouse in Hermanus, offering many of the comforts and services travellers look for in a boutique hotel, combined with the character and personal hospitality of a guesthouse.
Guests can enjoy beautifully designed rooms and suites, breakfast overlooking Walker Bay, two heated swimming pools, complimentary private parking and a central location within walking distance of restaurants, cafés, galleries and the Hermanus coastline.
La Fontaine offers a collection of luxury rooms and suites across La Fontaine Guesthouse and La Fontaine Lodge in Hermanus.
Choose from beautiful sea-facing rooms and suites overlooking Walker Bay, comfortable garden rooms and spacious accommodation for couples and families. Breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi are included with every stay.
La Fontaine Guesthouse and La Fontaine Lodge offer two distinctive ways to experience La Fontaine, both combining character, comfort and thoughtful hospitality in the heart of Hermanus.
La Fontaine Guesthouse is set within one of Hermanus’ historic buildings and enjoys a remarkable position overlooking Walker Bay. La Fontaine Lodge, opened in 2024, offers a contemporary interpretation of relaxed luxury within a beautifully restored heritage house.
Guests staying at either property can enjoy the La Fontaine experience and shared facilities.
Yes. Selected rooms and suites at La Fontaine offer beautiful sea views across Walker Bay.
If waking up to an ocean view is important to you, we recommend choosing one of our sea-facing room or suite categories when making your reservation.
Yes. A freshly prepared breakfast is included with your stay at La Fontaine.
Breakfast can be enjoyed overlooking Walker Bay, making it a wonderful way to start your morning in Hermanus. During whale season, you may even be lucky enough to spot whales passing through the bay while you eat.
Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements or allergies.
Yes. La Fontaine is an ideal choice for couples looking for a relaxing stay in Hermanus, with elegant rooms and suites, ocean views, two heated swimming pools and the restaurants, cafés and coastline of central Hermanus within easy walking distance.
In-room massages and private yoga sessions can also be arranged on request.
Yes. Children of all ages are welcome at La Fontaine, and selected rooms and suites are suitable for families.
For guests travelling with babies and young children, we can provide practical essentials such as a baby cot and high chair on request, helping to make your family stay in Hermanus as comfortable and easy as possible.
Children aged 13 years and older are considered adults for booking purposes. We recommend checking the individual room descriptions or contacting us to find the most suitable accommodation for your family.
Check-in is from 14:00 (2 PM) and check-out is by 11:00 AM.
If you have specific arrival requirements, please contact us before your stay and our team will be happy to assist wherever possible.
No. La Fontaine operates a non-smoking policy inside La Fontaine Guesthouse, La Fontaine Lodge and all guest rooms. Electronic cigarettes and vaping are also not permitted indoors.
Yes. Guests staying at La Fontaine can enjoy complimentary secure on-site parking for the duration of their stay.
This is especially convenient if you are exploring Hermanus and the Western Cape by car. With many of Hermanus’ restaurants, cafés, galleries, shops and the Cliff Path within easy walking distance, you can safely leave your car at La Fontaine while exploring the town on foot.
