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Hout Bay
Hout Bay beach
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About
Hout Bay beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 14th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 14.3 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of The Spinnaker settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.
It is a long bay with crystal blue water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Hout Bay beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Llandudno beach, which has a rating of 8.4.
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Beach overall scores
Hout Bay beach is located in Western Cape within The Spinnaker, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The Hout Bay Beach is truly magnificent in the early hours after sunrise. The peaceful surroundings are filled with people taking their dogs for a walk or riding their majestic horses. The stunning light and occasional fog that envelops the bay is a sight to behold. It is truly a magical experience that cannot be missed."
Alexi Thornberry.
"This beach is truly a gem, boasting breathtaking scenery that will leave you in awe. It's the perfect spot to unwind and soak up some tranquility, with plenty of options for dining and refreshments at charming seaside eateries. Whether you're looking to simply lounge on the sand or explore the surrounding area, this beach has it all. Come and experience the natural beauty an..."
Lila Parker-Jones
User reviews
"The Hout Bay Beach is truly magnificent in the early hours after sunrise. The peaceful surroundings are filled with people taking their dogs for a walk or riding their majestic horses. The stunning light and occasional fog that envelops the bay is a sight to behold. It is truly a magical experience that cannot be missed."
Alexi Thornberry.
"This beach is truly a gem, boasting breathtaking scenery that will leave you in awe. It's the perfect spot to unwind and soak up some tranquility, with plenty of options for dining and refreshments at charming seaside eateries. Whether you're looking to simply lounge on the sand or explore the surrounding area, this beach has it all. Come and experience the natural beauty an..."
Lila Parker-Jones
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
12 accomodations nearby
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The Spinnaker
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490m from center
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Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast
Located at nearest locality
The Spinnaker
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650m from center
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550m
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Located at nearest locality
The Spinnaker
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430m from center
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Mariner's Wharf Harb...• 5 min walk
- Muriel's Munchies• 6 min walk
- Bucca Bugattis• 8 min walk
- RT's Pub And Grill• 8 min walk
Attractions
- Hooked On Africa Fis...• 9 min walk
- Cape Town Private To...• 10 min walk
- Hout Bay Museum• 14 min walk
- East Fort (upper) |...• 22 min walk
Transport
- CPT• 24.8km
- Koeël Bay• 8.6km
- Plumstead• 11.2km
Localities
- The Spinnaker• 490m
- Cape Town• 14.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Hout Bay beach?
The coastline of Hout Bay beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Hout Bay beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Hout Bay beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Hout Bay beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
Hout Bay beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Hout Bay beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Hout Bay beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Hout Bay beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Hout Bay beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mariner's Wharf Harbour Front Emporium is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Hout Bay beach?
There are 1128 places to stay in the Hout Bay beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Hout Bay beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Hout Bay beach from parking?
The Hout Bay beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Hout Bay beach?
There are 4 attractions near Hout Bay beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Hooked On Africa Fishing Charters, Hout Bay, Cape Town located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Hout Bay beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Hout Bay beach is February. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 16°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Hout Bay beach (Western Cape) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Hout Bay beach (Western Cape) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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