37 Skaife Street, 7806 Hout Bay, South Africa
#2 of 27 B&Bs and Inns in Hout Bay
Guests' ChoiceBased on 33 hotel reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
8.3
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Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Marcela
United Arab EmiratesThis is just a note for travelers who don't have a car and rely on uber. You will struggle to get a car from Hout Bay in the evenings. Getting to Hout Bay is not an issue at any time though.
Where to start, everything about this little hideaway was magical! The location is secluded and quiet, with a spectacular view. The hosts are incredibly welcoming and helpful. The breakfast is scrumptious. The bed is comfy. The water pressure in the shower is just perfect. Everything is super clean. And wait until you discover the secret kitchen in your room!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Hilarie
United KingdomBreakfast on veranda overlooking beautiful garden below with seaview and mountain in distance. Hosts were marvellous and did all they could to make stay enjoyable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Janine
United KingdomThe accommodation is absolutely beautiful. Our hosts are delightful and very welcoming. Everything about our stay was really lovely and we would definitely be more than happy to stay there again. The breakfast is delicious. A hidden gem of luxury accommodation.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Tracey
United KingdomNothing
The property is in a stunning location surrounded by trees on a hill overlooking Hout Bay. Our room was very spacious and delightfully furnished, complete with a small integrated kitchen. Outside there is a huge balcony with dining furniture and loungers where you can sit and relax in a lovely, peaceful setting. Our hosts Sue and Martin were warm and friendly and nothing was too much trouble. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Leonard
NetherlandsThe TV did not work, which we did not find a problem. But the room facilities mentionned a TV. This was the only minus
Sue and Martin are hospitable and warm-hearted people. They do their utmost to make your stay as pleasant as possible and make you feel at home. The property is nicely located in a wooded and safe area without through traffic. The house itself is tastfully decorated. Our room and the adjacent bathroom were very big. The room also included a built-in pantry (behind closable doors), with coffee and tea facilities, a small refrigerator and a micro wave. The extensive and tasty breakfast was served outside on the balcony. Parking possibilities in the garage or on the street in front (also very safe). Close to restaurants and shops in the center of Hout Bay and other locations such as Camps Bay, Chapman's peak and Capetown center and water front.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Debbie
United KingdomIt was absolutely wonderful We were so spoiled by Sue and Martin Beautiful suite amazing views and delicious breakfast on our patio every morning The hosts couldn’t do enough for us A lovely couple made us feel so welcome Will definitely go back Thank you both
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Richard
United KingdomNothing
Spacious room and private veranda. Owners were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Laura
United KingdomNothing!
A gem of a place to stay - hidden away on a residential street, wonderful views, beautifully furnished. Sue and Martin are lovely hosts - kind, warm and full of good tips. We loved being in Hout Bay, it felt liked an oasis after a day in the city.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Louise
United KingdomNothing we did not like
We loved the location & the room was spotlessly clean. Our hosts were warm & welcoming. We loved having a leisurely breakfast on the veranda each morning. We will be back to stay the next time we go to South Africa and will definitely stay longer to take advantage of staying in this special place.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Colette
IrelandHout Bay Hideaway is an oasis of beauty and tranquility. Martin and Sue are exceptional hosts and we loved chatting with them. We will always remember the exceptional breakfasts served on our balcony looking out on Hout Bay. Thank you.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Kees
NetherlandsWe really did have any have anything to mention
We really loved the location. Close to the village in a safe area and and fantasic room with porch and swimming pool in front.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Manon
NetherlandsLovely hosts, wonderful home, great location. The pool, deck and the breakfast served on the deck were a dream. Spacious room with little kitchenette and super comfy bed. Safe parking inside garage. And last but not least, gorgeous artworks around the house! Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 December 2023
Bart
NetherlandsClean, nice decorated and spacious room with private terrace. Sue and Martin, the lovely hosts, were helpful and made you feel more than welcome. Quiet surroundings but Cape Town, sights and great wineries/restaurants close by. Next time when we are in Cape Town we will return.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Rob
United KingdomThere is nothing that I can think of.
The house is in a quiet, secluded location, but only a short stroll (or very short drive) from town. Our well equiped spacious room looked out onto a lovely green, hillside garden; plentiful birdsong and butterflies. We breakfasted and "sundowned" each day on a veranda directly outside our room. It was all delightful. Msrtin and Sue, the hosts, were charming, friendly and helpful in all things. We could not be more pleased we stayed at Hout Bay Hideaway and will do so again if/when we revisit the area.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 March 2023
Lonneke
NetherlandsNothing, we loved everything.
We loved our stay at the Hideaway, lovely and spacious room, comfortable bed, nice view and beautiful pool area. Breakfast was very tasty! Parking is free and you can park safely in the street, very quiet area. The hosts are so lovely, kind and humorous, we felt very welcome, thank you!! Hout Bay is a great part of Capetown with a beautiful beach and a few nice restaurants and shops.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 21 March 2023
James
United KingdomN/A
The location and staff were fantastic
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 8 March 2023
Kate
United KingdomNothing.
The property was in a very quiet area of Hout Bay, the hosts were hugely welcoming and helpful, the room was gorgeous and very comfortable and the breakfast utterly delicious. Surpassed all expectations and we would highly recommend staying there.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 2 March 2023
Paula
United Kingdomfantastic hosts. great location. comfortable room and great facilities. really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 7 February 2023
Samantha
United KingdomFrom the moment of our arrival Sue and Martin made us feel at home. The room was Iovely and the property is in a very peaceful location. breakfast was also delicious. i shall look forward to my return trip.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 6 February 2023
Swante
SwedenWe stayed 3 weeks at Martin and Sue's amazing place. This is one of the best places we've ever stayed at in South Africa. The place was clean and neat with beautiful details in the room. The breakfast was simply divine and the pool extremely good. Martin and Sue were the most caring, warm and welcoming hosts and we highly recomend this amazing place ! We will definately come back. Swante and Doris, Sweden
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 17 January 2023
Iain
United KingdomNothing at all.
We loved the location of Hout Bay Hideaway, the layout of our room and the balcony, the pool and the garden, the wonderful breakfasts but most of all the warmth of the welcome from Martin and Sue.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 26 December 2022
Russel
United Kingdompeaceful & quiet, surrounded by nature, friendly and welcoming owners, delicious breakfast
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 17 December 2022
Rory
Hong Kongreally nothing
wonderful location and very comfortable
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 13 December 2022
Tracey
South Africathe pool could have done with a clean but hey ho... we didn't care... I didnt know what was soap or shampoo in the dispensers so a label would have been helpful. the guest house is on a steep hill so take care but this is not a complaint...just to be aware thoes who read this...if I have to pick holes and search the skies for a complaint...ha ha time to varnish the outside wood ... but honestly....can you complaint about that?
the photos don't it justice...Sue and Martin can't do enough for you...the rooms are full of tasteful coordinated classy beautiful furniture and decoration.. breakfast was exceptional...
Stayed in December 2022
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