The Marine is the grand old lady of the Whale Coast, having been hosting visitors to the region since the advent of tourism in the area thanks to her wonderful location on the cliff tops in Hermanus and her elegant colonial architecture. Thanks to a recent renovation, she is in no way stuck in the past or tired: the public areas now have a contemporary feel to them thanks to mood lighting, bold splashes of colour and interesting art work. In the rooms, the style is more traditional, with wooden furniture, pastel hues and subtle floral patterns. For those who want old world charm mixed with modern luxury, The Marine remains the place to stay.