Plettenberg Bay

Hobie beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Hobie beach?

There are 516 places to stay in the Hobie beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Hobie beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=15580&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Plettenberg Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=842296&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ocean Watch Guest House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=441843&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Plett Beachfront Accommodation</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6110833&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Dizzy Hill Villa with 270° Breathtaking Views. Pool + Patio</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1528706&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">11 Arrowood</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5193772&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Vista Ballena</a></li></ul>

Good for Relax

8.1

/ 10 Very good

#14 out of 121
in Western Cape

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Hobie beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 14th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 458.5 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of Plettenberg Bay settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise 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 partially crowded during the high season.

Hobie beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.

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 Plettenberg Bay, which has a rating of 8.1.

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Historical

+20 ^oC +13 ^oC

Air temperature

7.8 M/S

Wind

+17 ^oC

Water temperature

3.3 M

Wave height

Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Pleasant

6.1/10

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Hobie beach is located in Western Cape within Plettenberg Bay, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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

"This charming hidden gem of a beach in Plett is a true delight. While there are only a limited number of parking spots available, the location between Lookout beach and the main beach couldn't be more perfect. It's a wonderful spot to soak up the sun and enjoy the peaceful surroundings."

Lila Creston

"The beach is immaculate and boasts of pristine waters that are so clear, you can see straight through them."

Liliana Petrova

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Lila Creston

"The beach is immaculate and boasts of pristine waters that are so clear, you can see straight through them."

Liliana Petrova

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Stays nearby

A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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12 accomodations nearby

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210m from the beach

9.5

Exceptional

Dageraad

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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980m from center

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300m from the beach

8.8

Excellent

Lands End Beach Cottage

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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1km from center

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380m from the beach

8.5

Excellent

Plett Beachfront Accommodation

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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1km from center

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Dizzy Hill Villa with 270° Breathtaking Views. Pool + Patio

380m from the beach

Exceptional

Dizzy Hill Villa with 270° Breathtaking Views. Pool + Patio

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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880m from center

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400m from the beach

9.2

Excellent

11 Arrowood

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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760m from center

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410m from the beach

9.2

Excellent

Ocean Watch Guest House

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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830m from center

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440m from the beach

9.3

Excellent

The Plettenberg Hotel

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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800m from center

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460m from the beach

9.1

Excellent

Arrowood 2

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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700m from center

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470m from the beach

9.7

Exceptional

Baia Formosa No. 3

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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640m from center

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Plett Panoramas - 3 Bedroom centrally located apartment

560m from the beach

Pleasant

Plett Panoramas - 3 Bedroom centrally located apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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520m from center

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560m from the beach

9.5

Exceptional

Vista Ballena

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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610m from center

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560m from the beach

8.8

Excellent

6 van Pletten

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Plettenberg Bay

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610m from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
sharks
- High prevalence of sharks
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

Buffel's Bay, South Africa

Buffalo Bay beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Buffel's Bay 0.1 km

Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

Plettenberg Bay

8.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Plettenberg Bay 3.4 km

Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

Robberg reserve beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

Plettenberg Bay 6.4 km

Nature's Valley, South Africa

Nature's Valley beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Nature's Valley 0.6 km

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Brenton beach

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Brenton on Sea 0.6 km

What to do in Hobie beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Hobie beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Hobie beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Hobie beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Wedge Beach• 3 min walk
Offshore Adventures• 6 min walk
Explore the Garden R...• 28 min walk
Goose Valley Golf Cl...• 3.4km

Transport

PBZ• 6km
Peep In• 9 min walk
Knysna• 30.9km

Localities

Plettenberg Bay• 1km
Cape Town• 458.5km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Hobie beach?

The coastline of Hobie beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Hobie beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Hobie beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Hobie beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Hobie 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. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Hobie beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Hobie beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Hobie beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Hobie beach?

The bar is located right on the Hobie beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Hobie beach?

There are 516 places to stay in the Hobie beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Hobie beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Hobie beach from parking?

The Hobie 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 Hobie beach?

There are 4 attractions near Hobie beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Wedge Beach located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Hobie beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Hobie beach is February. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 18°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Hobie 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.Hobie 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.