19 Pondicherry Avenue, 7806 Hout Bay, South Africa
#7 of 27 B&Bs and Inns in Hout Bay
Guests' ChoiceBased on 274 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 May 2024
Nolo
South AfricaNothing, 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
Valentin
GermanyOutstanding 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
Verena
AustriaNo 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
Kenneth
GermanyThe location in Hout Bay is an ideal place to stay when visiting the Cape Town area.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Phillip
South AfricaOne of the best places to stay at Beautiful kitchen area and so cozy
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Du
South AfricaOne 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
Gail
South AfricaNothing!
Devine breakfast , view, location, professional staff. Comfort and privacy exceptional !
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Errol
South AfricaIt 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
Catherine
South AfricaView and access to the common living space, friendliness of staff, quick response to queries
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Cheryl
CanadaNothing
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
Roger
United Arab EmiratesFriendly tentative Staff Great breakfast.
Lovely place, where care is taken.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Richard
United KingdomThe 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
Roger
United KingdomNothing
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
Mark
South AfricaRoom very small
Beautiful location and common areas. Lovely breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Tariq
South AfricaThe 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
Julian
United KingdomThe 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
Clive
United KingdomNothing
Breakfast was excellent.....just to my liking . Quiet location....fantastic views
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Ray
United KingdomGreat Breakfast, Nice communal area, friendly staff, clean and very comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Dorothy
United KingdomNothing!
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
Simon
United KingdomThe 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
Reynolds
United KingdomWould 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
Pa
South AfricaExcellent 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
Asanda
South AfricaThe 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
Alisa
GermanyI loved the guest house! Perfect stay to relax and enjoy.
Stayed in January 2024
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