Hout Bay Beach
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FatMamie
London, UK85 contributions
Feb 2020
We have walked this beach with its soft sand many times over the years. Parking is easy and safe. The only (-) point is that some locals don’t bother to pick up after their dog/s which is selfish for everyone else. But don’t let this put you off as it is only the hard of thinking minority. The views are spectacular.
Written 9 February 2020
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laney365
Southampton, England229 contributions
Nov 2022
Got off the hoho bus here as it is a pretty bay surrounded by the mountains. Picked up unusual mussel shells on the beach. Went for a paddle in the very clean sea which was warmer than the UK in late spring! Beach had very white sand but needed to wash my feet carefully afterwards as the sand felt quite sharp when it dried. Nearby fish and chips straight from the boats at Muriels made it a great stop then back on the hoho.
Written 18 November 2022
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Chandler, AZ7 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Two men followed my husband while begging for money. They were relentless and continued to follow us as we tried to walk away. The area did not feel safe for tourists. I recommend going to Camps Bay Beach which has great restaurants right in the water. Houts Bay Beach is beautiful but lacks shops and restaurants that cater to tourists.
Written 3 March 2023
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Honest Reviewer
Cape Town Central, South Africa8 contributions
Oct 2020
The view is beautiful, the beach needs a MAJOR cleanup. It literally stinks. The municipality should clean up the beach on a regular basis, the old stinking kelp that washes up on this beach basks in the sun and starts to rot and stink. Generally a fishy smelling beach but worse is the muck on the beautiful soft sand. Not pleasant at all. Rather drive further to Llundando for a clean beach experience. Come on Republic of Hout Bay, you can and should do better.
Written 21 October 2020
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A_Baden2014
Baden, Switzerland152 contributions
Feb 2020
Great place to spend the time, a lot happening despite rather cold waters even in summer. Great walkways and restaurants in all price classes. Like it.
Written 19 February 2020
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Lisa
Toronto, Canada291 contributions
Jan 2020
A great white sandy beach. The sea was calm the day I was there, perfect for a swim or a stroll along the beach
Written 31 January 2020
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Luk V
Mechelen, Belgium472 contributions
Dec 2019
Houtbay could be a very nice beach, if it were be a little more organized. There is just one nice place (Dunes) in the surroundings. Beach should be cleaned.
Written 6 January 2020
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MilkoHastings_UK
Bexhill-on-Sea, UK404 contributions
Sept 2019
The brave will take a dip. Brave due to temperature and possible unwanted wildlife. Not sure if sharks do visit - I did see locals swimming, so maybe not. Lovely sand and large.Other facilities not far away.
Written 22 October 2019
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norman r
england129 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
Be careful, as squatter camp is just 2 kilos from beach. Pity the authorities have allowed such a camp. It has destroyed the area. No police presence.
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Written 15 April 2019
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Marpycoo
West Yorkshire30 contributions
Sept 2018
We have family living in Hout Bay, and have been there three times, most recently for the wedding reception of our niece Philippa Mitchell in September 2018 at Brenaissance Winery near Stellenbosch in the winelands. The beach at Hout Bay is stunning, ringed by mountains and dominated by The Sentinel; golden sands stretch out ahead of you, and the view from the scenic drive up to Chapman's Peak gives an unforgettable view of the beach. There are a number of good restaurants around the bay, any one of which is well worth a visit. Enjoy !
Written 12 February 2019
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