Schulphoek House
Guest hou, 5-star181 Piet Retief St, Sandbaai, Hermanus, South AfricaShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and rooms.
9.044Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 10.0 out of 10, at 181 Piet Retief St, Sandbaai.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Luxurious Accommodation
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Enjoy comfort with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets.
Dining with a View
Indulge in regional cuisine at Schulphoek House's restaurant with a bar/lounge and ocean view. Don't miss out on the daily complimentary local cuisine breakfast and the daily complimentary reception.
What this place offers
- Golfing nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Free breakfast
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Express check-out
Rooms
9.0
Top rated
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 44 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness6.5
- Service10.0
- Location10.0
- Rooms10.0
- Amenities9.5
- Value7.0
- Food & drink9.0
Guests mention
Stunning sea views / sea-facing roomsFriendly, welcoming on-site staffSpacious roomsFreshly cooked restaurant meals (per some guests)Peaceful / tranquil atmosphere (per positive review)
OnAir21759234786Underwhelmed
We just stayed at Schulphoek Huis in a very expensive sea view room. Firstly its my fault for not knowing that Sandbaai is not Hermanus! The view was great and the staff were friendly. Half of the TV channels of what is…
kevincramer2018CAPE TOWN CENTRAL, WESTERN CAPEA 5 Star Boutiques Hotel reflecting a Guest House worth a 1 Star
What a View!!! This from a Luxury Sea facing Room. We did not read the reviews prior to our booking for 2 x Days. We as Husband and Wife- 70 year old and married for 49 years experienced the worst of the worst meals.…
Explorer27078916351Terrible value, terrible location
This place holds up a front of being prestigious but it's not at all. It's in a terrible location (a few houses from the squatter camp) which is why in the rooms they advise guests to only walk in the opposite direction…
bluebird381LONDON, ENGLANDScam hotel
I think this hotel is a scam. I booked with free cancellation and then contacted with a question. After a week I hadn’t heard back, which is very poor service for a 5 star hotel so I requested to cancel and immediately…
926duncanhMELBOURNE, VICTORIAAn absolute oasis of tranquility with stunning sea views.
Unfortunately we were only able to stay one night at Schulphoek House, but wish it could have been longer. The staff are welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. The sea room views are absolutely magnificent along with…
bluweyzeCHIANG MAIA badly managed, under-staffed potential gem. I would never go back, dishonesty rules!
what could be a gem of a hotel destroyed by low staffing and poor management. , seaview rooms have a view to die for apart from good breakfast the management is bad and distrustworthy plus it is difficult to sleep if it…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated March 2026.
Where you’ll be
181 Piet Retief St, Sandbaai, Hermanus, South Africa
Guests rate the location 10.0 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
No smoking anywhere on the property
The front desk is open daily until 8:00 PM. 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. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Pets. Service animals not allowed
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available
Guest type. Essential workers only - NO
Accessibility. No elevators
General. Professional property host/manager
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-in is available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Schulphoek House
What time is check-in and check-out at Schulphoek House?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Schulphoek House allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Schulphoek House?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Does Schulphoek House have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at Schulphoek House?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Schulphoek House have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Schulphoek House have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Schulphoek House?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Schulphoek House?
181 Piet Retief St, Sandbaai, Hermanus.
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