A wonderful holiday destination along the West Coast of Cape Town, Langebaan welcomes tourists and locals all year round to enjoy sandy white shores, clean and crisp ocean air and a variety of awesome attractions for all ages. Locals will tell you that Langebaan is the perfect holiday escape, just far enough from Cape Town city to be considered peaceful, but still less than 2 hours away meaning that accommodation in Langebaan allows for guests to venture further out and explore plenty of attractions outside of this friendly village.
Crystal clear ocean and lagoon waters, an opulence of restaurants by the seaside, many hiking spots and ideal wind conditions for surfing, kite surfing and other water spots all add to the appeal of Langebaan, in addition to its natural beauty. With so much to do in the lovely Langebaan coastal village, make sure you don’t miss out on the best restaurants, attractions as well as self-catering accommodation on offer in Langebaan, through Holiday Apartments.
Restaurants in Langebaan:
Strandloper – For a traditional seafood dining experience right on the beach, where South African flair, rustic seating and decor, local music and a relaxed, fun-filled ambiance are the order of the day, Die Strandloper is something of a legendary restaurant along the West Coast, where no one leaves hungry and everyone has a “jol”. This open-air restaurant lets visitors enjoy some of the best seafood around while toes are dipped in sea sand and the crashing waves dance overhead. In the centre of the outside dining space is a huge open braai, where 10 courses of food are lovingly prepared as guests go about their day eating, visiting and soaking up the sunshine. The portions are simply “eat as much as you like”, from mussels and bokkoms to smoked angelfish, braaied snoek, line fish, fresh farm bread and a South African favourite, koeksisters & coffee. For groups of 15 people or more, book ahead of time.
Pearly’s on the Beach – From humble beginnings back in 1993, Pearly’s restaurant has become a landmark in Langebaan, specializing in fabulous seafood, grills and some mouth-watering Italian style pizza and pasta dishes. Pearly’s is known to offer the most spectacular views of the West Coast, enchanting diners with golden sunset displays over the Atlantic Ocean as they indulge in traditional and hearty meals. Situated on the main beach and overlooking the lagoon, this family friendly eatery is casual and relaxed, a place where good people can enjoy great food in one of West Coast’s most attractive holiday destinations. With weekly available specials in the off season, a great wine list and some delightful cocktails and of course, the wonderful charm that comes with a restaurant by the sea, Pearly’s on the Beach is a fantastic spot for all to enjoy.
Grab a drink at one of these spots:
Marc’s Beach Bar – A fantastic beach bar situated on Hobie Beach within the Club Mykonos area, guests can enjoy a vibrant cocktail bar, mouth-watering light meals and exceptional views.
Black Eagle Brewing Company – Home grown craft beer by Langebaan locals, enjoy a unique visit to the Black Eagle Brewery, located in a traditional old fish house, for some inspired and unique beer.
What to do in Langebaan:
Sunny Park – Perfectly situated in the heart of Langebaan, Sunny Park is the ultimate spot to visit for outings with the entire family, especially on a warm summer day. Here, groups of families, many with small children, get together to enjoy the South African tradition of a good old’ braai, while the young ones enjoy the swimming pools and water slides, various jungle gyms, trampolines, paint ball and even the interactive 18-hole mini-gold course. There is plenty of space and seating that is shaded outside, while inside everyone can enjoy Sunny Park’s TV games and pool tables. Sunny Park is open all year round over weekends and school holidays, but is closed when the weather is bad.
Mykonos Casino – Feeling lucky while enjoying your time in the beautiful holiday destination of Langebaan? Why not visit the wonderful Mykonos Casino, which promises guests the most fun under the West Coast sun and can even be enjoyed by families with kids. With 230 slot machines and table games like Blackjack, Reef Routine Poker and even Classic Roulette, there will be no shortage of excitement during your visit. The Mykonos Casino also offers guests a few restaurants to add fuel to their fire, such as the Black Pearl restaurant for something special, or the more casual Marisol Diner, serving some great coffee’s and tasty light meals.
Where to stay in Langebaan:
Seasons of Serenity
Quiet literally the definition of serenity, Seasons of Serenity villa in Langebaan combines rustic and comfortable furnishing with stylish decor and classic white-washed tones that are perfect for a luxury beach home. Up to 8 guests can experience an amazing vacation in this spacious home, literally a walk away from the Calypso beach front and a splendid variety of restaurants – this villa also offers lovely views of the sea. With plenty of space and a large built-in braai, a grand open-planned kitchen, a spacious balcony and 4 delightful bedrooms as well as 4 bathrooms, there will be nothing missing during your stay. DSTV channels can be accessed on the flat screen TV, while additional extras include double garage parking, a dishwasher and also clothes washing facilities. For more information on Seasons of Serenity in Langebaan, click here.
Make life-long memories in Langebaan with your loved ones and find out for yourself why this picture-perfect and charming village by the sea is considered one of the West Coast’s most remarkable settings for a vacation.
