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Reviews of Hout & About Guest House

19 Pondicherry Avenue, 7806 Hout Bay, South Africa

#7 of 27 B&Bs and Inns in Hout Bay

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 274 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    9.0
    A perfect guest house for a solo getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing, I absolutely loved everything

    The breakfast was amazing, I had a different meal every morning. The outside deck provides the best views The ladies were very polite and nice, enjoyed it My room was by the pool, and I enjoyed my late swims

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    10
    Perfect location for staying close to Chapman’s drive!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Outstanding service, very helpful! Really loved the breakfast which is made with a lot of love! Can totally recommend this place for staying couple of nights!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    10
    Wonderful Guest House in Hout Bay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No notes :)

    We loved staying at Hout & About Guest House! Wonderful staff, amazing views, impeccable/clean facilities, the homey communal spaces and a yummy breakfast! The eggs were delicious and oh this panorama... It was definately a treat spending some time there. Thanks again to Alice who gave us top-notch tips/suggestions! Can only recommend!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Great place to stay in the Cape Town area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location in Hout Bay is an ideal place to stay when visiting the Cape Town area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    One of the best places to stay at Beautiful kitchen area and so cozy

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    10
    Will return when needing accomodation in Hout Bay in the future.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    One side of bed's USB port in first room not working, not an issue for us but maybe good for you to know. Staff forgot teaspoons the first day, also not a big issue but maybe they would like to follow up.

    Breakfast great with beautiful view! Excellent preperation of interesting specials.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    10
    Perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Devine breakfast , view, location, professional staff. Comfort and privacy exceptional !

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Will we be back when in Hout Bay? Absolutely.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It isn't what we didn't like but rather a suggestion. Possibly a little assistance regarding the lugging of bags up the entrance steps and to the rooms especially with older folk.

    The staff were friendly, and the breakfast was great. The chef is a pleasant person. Should we visit Hout Bay again we undoubtably will make use of your lovely guesthouse again. We have told loads of friends of our pleasant experience and stay.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    View and access to the common living space, friendliness of staff, quick response to queries

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything was great. Breathtaking views. Fabulous breakfast with a view of the bay from way Good security and quiet

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    A Gem in Hout Bay. Great view, great breakfast, friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly tentative Staff Great breakfast.

    Lovely place, where care is taken.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    A lovely clean ,room, great breakfasts, friendly staff, a memorable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dogs barking in the property next door was annoyance.

    Lovely location, fantastic views, all the staff were very helpful and friendly. Fanny’s breakfast specialties were a delight.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    Enjoyable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing

    Great location with spectacular views. Our room was bright and spotlessly clean. Breakfast was delicious and well presented. Hosts were friendly, welcoming and offered advice re places to visit.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room very small

    Beautiful location and common areas. Lovely breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The car parking is awkward with steep and narrow bays.

    Overall was a fantastic guest house with excellent service.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    9.0
    Stunning location and views. Great food and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The house is in a beautiful location with stunning views. The hosts and staff are super friendly and very welcoming and helpful. The breakfast is amazing and the specials very special.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Breakfast was excellent.....just to my liking . Quiet location....fantastic views

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    8.0
    Had a wonderful stay, great breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great Breakfast, Nice communal area, friendly staff, clean and very comfortable.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    We really loved our stay at Hout & About! It's a really lovely place, exactly as photographed and described. The rooms are really spacious, they have everything you need, massive comfy bed and the pool area is lovely. The kitchen and lounge area is a real show stopper, incredible views for breakfast! But what really makes this place incredible is the staff, they have such a lovely team, very much a home away from home. So friendly and helpful, make sure to check the chalkboard in the morning with the load shedding schedule so that you don't get caught out. As long as you plan for it it's no issue. The owner is really lovely, he made the breakfast every morning we were there (REALLY delicious food) and was so chatty and friendly and gave loads of recommendations. I'd really recommend this place, it has a lovely feel to it. We used hout bay as a bit of a base to explore nearby areas and it worked well for that. Nothing negative to say! It's worth knowing that if you're relying on Ubers - a toll is required to drive over Chapman's peak drive (not expensive) but you will likely be expected to pay the toll. Otherwise it's very easy to navigate :) hopefully one day we will be back! Thank you Hout & About 🙏🏼

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was small and had no windows looking out on the stunning view of Hout Bay. It was sandwiched between other rooms with other guests having to walk down a narrow corridor in front of our to get to their rooms and so it was a little noisy. It may well be that our expectations were not met in terms of having a room with a view. Apart from this we really loved our stay

    The communal dinningroom and lounge area was magnificent with a beautiful view. The breakfasts were outstanding and the hosts were exceptional.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    9.0
    Great value for money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would be amazing if they could get a back up during load shedding so can charge phones etc.

    Loved the views, and all the space! Loads of options to chill in the social areas or on our balcony.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    10
    Excellent I'll be back
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location and super friendly staff, owners is NEXT LEVEL, they allowed me to check in earliee as I was there for work.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    9.0
    It was such a peaceful stay.
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is far from everything which is both good and bad. Also our room was not entirely private because it was right opposite the pool together with other rooms.

    The open plan kitchen and lounge

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved the guest house! Perfect stay to relax and enjoy.

    Stayed in January 2024

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