18 Princess Street, 7806 Hout Bay, South Africa
Based on 268 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
9.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 March 2024
Miroslava
Czech RepublicThin walls
Location, people, breakfast, wifi, safety
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Mower
United KingdomNothing
The location is superb - just a short walk to Hout Bay beach. The guest house is very stylishly decorated throughout.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Ann
United KingdomA winning team and great place. A returning guest - Enough said!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Hanna
South AfricaVery close to the beach. Excellent location with easy access.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Liam
United KingdomLovely room in a lovely property. Great location for Mariner’s Wharf, beach and Main Street. Great breakfast
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Teresa
CanadaThe seating on the upper deck needs attention or replacement
Nice property Close to all amenities Breakfast was outstanding and the staff were wonderful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Elizabeth
United KingdomGreat welcome and we were slightly early but it wasn't a problem. The room was a great size and had some coffee/tea facilities. A little fridge and a microwave was a bonus too. The bed was comfortable and nice bedding too. A car is essential in this location although the harbour is safe to walk too before nightfall. Breakfast staff were lovely and it was really nicely cooked. Great location if you want to be by the sea but not too far from Kirstenbosch gardens and table top mountain via Camps Bay.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 January 2024
Marion
AustriaIf there would have been an option to get coffee from 7:30 it would've been even better but this doesn't count as complaint :)
You can go to the beach and to several restaurants by foot. The breakfast was very nice.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Tayla
South AfricaN/A
WOW! What an incredible stay we had at the Beach House Guest House. My husband and I booked this accommodation for our wedding party and Sylvie and the staff just went ABOVE AND BEYOND to meet our EVERY request! Despite also having other guests at the property to attend to, we were made to feel like the only guests. The location of this property is IDEAL. Less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Breakfast provided daily was absolutely delicious. Rooms were stunningly decorated and SO impeccably neat and tidy. Safe parking for your cars and trailers. We will most certainly be back and will be staying for a longer period of time. Thank you Sylvie and Team! You are all so professional and accommodating.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Jutta
FinlandLovely little guest house
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Steven
United KingdomNo Air conditioning
Helpful staff and location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Colette
South AfricaUnintrusive, comfortable, contained, spacious.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Susanna
United KingdomComfortable rooms, nice pool, close to the beach, very kind host
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Robert
United KingdomNOTHING
THE FRIENDLINESS OF BOTH PROPRIETOR AND STAFF AND VERY FRIENDLY "GUARD DOGS" AND IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING A PERFECT BREAKFAST WITH PLENTY OF CHOICE
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Suyenne
South AfricaWell situated, spacious, lovely communal areas, friendly and accommodating hostess. Friendly staff. Good security, enough parking.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Preasen
South AfricaSylvie was an amazing and very friendly host, her staff were also great and always had a smile on their faces.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Róbert
SlovakiaCan't think of anything. It was all as it should be.
Beautiful grounds, calm area, house located directly on the beach, safe parking option. Our host Sylvie was very kind, always smiling and ready to help with any query we could have. I loved breakfasts, fresh fruits always served. Pool is great and terrace with sunbeds perfect for relax. We will definitelly come back. Highly recommended. Already miss it there!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Muriel
South AfricaNothing
The staff was friendly and location was good. No loadshedding😁
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Sergey
United KingdomSliding bathroom door that doesn't fully close.
Beautiful view, stylish and nicely decorated rooms. Delicious breakfast and brilliant staff.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Joan
South AfricaIt was everything we had hoped for.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Melanie
Austria-
Very nice owner and staff! Everything was clean and cozy, the breakfast was delicious. We also met the 2 cute dogs.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Bart
Belgium-
Great location, very beautiful room with beach and lagune view Staff was very friendly and helpfull in booking activities
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Manon
NetherlandsRooms were a bit noisy as the building is older.
Friendly staff, good breakfast and nearby the beach.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 14 October 2023
Maleke
South AfricaThe proximity to the beach. The room was spacious and clean and serviced daily. The breakfast was good. It felt like a home away from home.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Stacy
South AfricaNothing!
The room was neat and comfortable. The host, Sylvie, was so friendly and accommodating and made us feel at home right away. The location is perfect as it is close to everything. Amazing views as well. Would go back without a doubt!
Stayed in October 2023
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