What hotels are near Grotto Beach?

Hotels near Grotto Beach: (0.04 km) Mosselberg On Grotto Beach (0.04 km) Roofers Nest Guest House (0.05 km) Larch House is situated just up the road from Hermanus’ Grotto Beach. (0.28 km) Villa Blu (0.29 km) Whale Coast Ocean Villa View all hotels near Grotto Beach on Tripadvisor

What restaurants are near Grotto Beach?

Restaurants near Grotto Beach: (0.48 km) Dutchies (1.13 km) De Vette Mossel Hermanus (2.06 km) Lizette's Kitchen (4.58 km) Char'd Grill & Wine Bar (4.67 km) Cafè 1904 Restaurant View all restaurants near Grotto Beach on Tripadvisor

GROTTO BEACH: All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

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By Margaret J

“Sand, sand and more soft white sand”

Jan 2023

Ablutions very clean as was the beach.

By holidayRH

“Whale and dolphin viewing”

Dec 2020

... impulses of capturing that moment of silence and savouring the water world of dolphins and whales alike in harmony.

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Restaurants

82 within 5 kms

Dutchies

1,162

0.5 kmRR - RRR • Bar • Seafood • International

De Vette Mossel Hermanus

67

1.1 kmRR - RRR • Quick Bites • Seafood • Barbecue

Lizette's Kitchen

609

2.1 kmRR - RRR • International • Asian • Fusion

Blue Roof Pub and Restaurant

12

1.9 kmRR - RRR • Bar • Pub

The Daily Coffee Cafe

3 kmR • Italian • Chinese • Pizza

3.9 kmRR - RRR • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options

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39 within 10 kms

Voelklip Beach

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Fernkloof Nature Reserve

512

2.7 kmNature & Wildlife Areas

Hermanus Cliff Path

685

Scenic Walking Areas

Hermanus Country Market

200

4.6 kmFlea & Street Markets

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Lembu Gallery & Studio

78

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funmammasa29

Cape Town, South Africa2 contributions

Nature's paradise

Aug 2023 • Family

A stunning view for great photo opportunities to see whales and dasie. It was safe to walk this route and I love the art work, statues and snippets of history along the way.

Written 20 August 2023

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QueenBee

Manchester, Greater Manchester, England199 contributions

Beach Bliss

Mar 2023

This is a beautiful beach. Spent two whole days on the beach. The hiring of a lounger and umbrella is R188.00. for the day or just ten minutes. It's a little pricy. Full time life guards only annoyed by people not swimming between the flags. Why do people not obey the flags?
The only awful thing is the endless smokers who smoke all day and litter the beach. NO-ONE wants to smell cigarette smoke on a day out at the beach. Smoking should be banned or designated.
The toilets are amazing clean and good and I appreciate that.
The water is only for the brave who don't mind a freezing dip.
Worth the day on the beach - it's lovely.

Written 5 March 2023

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DavidAHughes

Wokingham, UK29 contributions

What a beach

Jan 2023

Endless sand, great bar and the wonderful Dutchies restaurant, Fresh oysters, fish and chips. Easy parking, very safe for kids but a wonderful place for adults to chill. Wow!

Written 7 February 2023

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Margaret J

Villiersdorp, South Africa58 contributions

Sand, sand and more soft white sand

Jan 2023

My family from Canada rated this as one of the best beaches they have been to. Ablutions very clean as was the beach. Grand daughters had a whale of a time playing in the sand

Written 18 January 2023

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Not The Domestic Goddess

Somerset West, South Africa54 contributions

Happy Beach Day

Mar 2022

Lovely beach, one can hire umbrellas and sun loungers. There is a great beach bar and their restaurant right next to it. Clean, holiday vibes and very cold water.

Written 22 March 2022

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John H

Tonbridge, UK188 contributions

Gorgeous at Dusk

Mar 2022

My son and I enjoyed a beautiful walk along the beach at dusk and took some great photos. We then returned the following morning for a big breakfast at Dutchies which was fun.

Written 20 March 2022

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Komesh Bepat

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Fantastic Beach

Jan 2022 • Solo

Lovely beach to visit. The views are absolutely gorgeous. Super hiking trail nearby. Definitely get here in the winter to watch the Whales.

Written 31 January 2022

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Recruit

Roodepoort, South Africa4 contributions

Great beach. Very busy.

Jan 2022 • Couples

It is a lovely beach but it's become very popular and finding parking is quite difficult, especially on weekends. If you are planning on visiting, try to get there early or be prepared to drive around a bit till you find a spot to park.

Written 9 January 2022

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MarleneLi

Stone Town, Tanzania129 contributions

Blue flag status well deserved!

Dec 2021 • Family

This was so nice to see a proper beach operating well. It is very clean! The life guards are friendly. The security on duty helpful and responsible. Very clean toilets and relative easy parking. I can see why it is a blue flag beach!

Written 27 December 2021

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Erna A

Modderfontein, South Africa105 contributions

Beautiful beach

Oct 2021

White sands, turquoise sea that's Grotto beach. We hired umbrella and loungers from vendor so we really relaxed in the beautiful setting. Toilets and showers spotless. Took a short walk to see the caves.

Written 2 November 2021

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