15 Marlin Crescent, 7806 Hout Bay, South Africa
#3 of 26 B&Bs and Inns in Hout Bay
Guests' ChoiceBased on 307 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.0
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 September 2025
Paul
South AfricaOur hosts were amazing. Very friendly and accommodating. No request was too much effort. Breakfast times were flexible on request. We also loved their dogs! Added bonus was a free room upgrade due to availability!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 30 August 2025
Michael
GermanyDanie and Jani, our hosts, were very friendly and informative. We had some very interesting conversations with them. The view from the yard to the bay is truly one of a kind!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Nate
United StatesAmazing stay start to finish. Highly recommend.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
David
United Arab EmiratesStunning views of Hout Bay. A very warm and welcoming environment has been created at Poseidon thanks to the wonderful hosts. More than just a night's accommodation.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Michaela
United KingdomEverything was perfect.
We had the most wonderful stay at Poseidon Guest House. Danie and Jannie are wonderful hosts. Our room was excellent and the view was incredible. Breakfast was yummy, made with care and attention to detail, served with really good company. Will definitely return when back in the Cape. Highly recommend.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 July 2025
Honeybzzz
ThailandNothing
Literally exceptional in every sense. The place is nice and lovely and got a beautiful panoramic view with amazing hosts who are very informative and good chef :) Homemade breakfast is so perfect to start the day. We had a good time. I really recommend this place if you are looking for a place to stay in Hout Bay area
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Stefanie
South AfricaNothing
Hosts were incredible. The hospitality was incredible. Comfortable. Clean. Perfect in every way.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 25 June 2025
Julie
United StatesBeautiful house and property. Danie and Janni were the best hosts making homemade bread each morning for a delicious breakfast. Comfortable rooms. We loved our stay and hope to come back!!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 27 May 2025
Anne
United StatesThis place is fantastic! The rooms were very comfortable and well appointed, stylishly decorated, the breakfasts were delicious and plentiful and it is run by two of the nicest people you could ever hope to meet. I hope my travels take me back to the area soon so that I can stay at this absolute gem of a B&B again.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 25 May 2025
Robin
FranceThe view over the bay is exceptional and the interior design of the house is very tasteful and soulful. Janni and Dani were excellent hosts, cooks and guides. Don't hesitate to ask for travel tips. Last but not least there were the best dogs, if you wish to interact with them, Rufus and Winnie who are both adorable and would make you want to stay around with them.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 15 May 2025
Emmi
GermanyWe spent almost three weeks at Poseidon Guest House back in February and it was great. Danie and Janie are lovely hosts and made sure we were well taken care of during the entire stay. They provided recommendations, assisted with travel arrangements, fed us incredible breakfast every morning, joined us for the occasional glass of wine on their beautiful terrace and much more. The guest house is located in Hangberg, with a stunning view over Hout Bay. A car is recommended to reach the town center and beach. Free parking is available. From Hout Bay, it's also just a short car ride to Camps Bay/Cape Town, Constantia winelands and Noordhoek via the famous Chapman's Peak Drive. The rooms are very charming and comfortable, all with balconies/terraces and a nice view of the garden/pool and/or Hout Bay. There's a mini fridge available to store drinks and snacks. Common areas of the house, both indoor and outdoor, are beautifully decorated and very stylish, inviting guests to hang out and relax. All in all: a great place to both chill and explore the area. Thank you Danie and Janie, we will be back!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Gary
South AfricaParking is secure but owing to location, is steep and requires good driving skills.
Excellent view and hosts very friendly and accommodating. Felt very safe and secure.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Du
South AfricaYou have to pass through the informal settelment to get to the House. So walking around from the House is a no no. You would need to drive out of the area park and then walk around. We felt safe... and the Hosts assured us its safe.
The View was Amazing. I felt Safe.. the Breakfast was Amazing. I could not complain about anything... Danie and Janie was so accomodating and were amazing Hosts.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 3 May 2025
Victoria
United KingdomAmazing views over the water and mountains. Lovely hosts and a delicious breakfast - especially the mushrooms. Bed was one of best I’ve slept in - fantastic quality bedding.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Adele
South AfricaBeautiful views! Friendly service! Loved our stay there 😁
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 21 April 2025
Stanislav
RussiaNice view, staff and breakfast
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 15 April 2025
Harry
PhilippinesAwesome view. Rooms cleaned daily. Sumptuous and wonderfully presented free breakfast personally served by our hosts. Very kind and helpful hosts even going out of their way to take us, in their car, to the bus stop, to a nearby restaurant, even servicing one of us to the pharmacy and back.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Susann
GermanyBeautiful house and rooms, gorgeous view, lekker breakfast and heartfelt conversations - everything here for a beautiful, relaxing vacation.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 8 April 2025
Marina
SpainAmazing experience! Friendly hosts, tasty breakfast (tried fruit bowl and pancakes - both delicious). The property is nicely decorated, we enjoyed the view over the bay.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Madodonke
South AfricaLocation is not what I expected
Breakfast was great.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 6 April 2025
Sinethemba
South AfricaThe property was very clean and neat. The mountain and the beach views were very stunning.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 6 April 2025
Natalie
AustraliaNothing
Gorgeous views close to the harbour and the kayak adventure tours. Very comfortable and spacious room with a balcony and welcoming hosts
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 4 April 2025
Wesley
South AfricaGreat friendly host, lovely views, and clean and comfortable accommodation. Breakfast was very good. Would without a doubt recommend Poseidon Guest House.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 March 2025
Jayne
United KingdomNothing
Danni and Yanni have worked so hard to give their guests a special experience. The lads were the perfect hosts, and the house is gorgeous, beautiful view across the bay, and the dogs Rufus and Winnie will keep you entertained. Breakfast was like tea at the Ritz and nothing was too much trouble for our hosts. Loved it 😆
Stayed in March 2025
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