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Photo of Roman beach with very clean level of cleanliness

7.2

Good

Roman beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Roman beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Roman beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Arniston Hotel Restaurant is the closest place located 900 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Roman beach?

There are 27 places to stay in the Roman beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Roman beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2563229&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">BlueSky Arniston Guest House</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5987019&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Seas the Day</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3956549&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kassiesbaai Holiday Apartment</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9819706&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Pink Palace in Arniston</a></li></ul>

Arniston, South Africa

#81 out of 121 in Western Cape

7.2

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Kite or windsurfing

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Located outside the settlement

Arniston • 0.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Arniston Hotel Restaurant

8 - Very good 810m

Restaurant Mien's Tea Garden

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Mynies Fast Foods

10 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant Willeens restaurant

8 - Very good 1.3km

Restaurant Wanda's Waenhuis Restaurant

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant The Dunes at Arniston

8.4 - Very good 2.5km

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About

Roman beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 81th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 186.4 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of Arniston settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a straight coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Roman beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Arniston beach, which has a rating of 6.9.

Roman beach (Western Cape) is located outside the Arniston settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Roman beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+16 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

5.6 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

3.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Arniston • 0.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Arniston Hotel Restaurant

8 - Very good 810m

Restaurant Mien's Tea Garden

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Mynies Fast Foods

10 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant Willeens restaurant

8 - Very good 1.3km

Restaurant Wanda's Waenhuis Restaurant

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant The Dunes at Arniston

8.4 - Very good 2.5km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

550m from the beach

The Pink Palace in Arniston

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Arniston • 340m from center

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590m from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Seacliff in Arniston

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Arniston • 370m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.6 (Good)

What to do in Roman beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Roman beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Roman beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Nearest Beaches

1.1km 14 min walk

Arniston beach Arniston beach

6.9 Good

1.5km 20 min walk

Arniston beach II Arniston beach II

6.8 Good

21.4km

Struisbaai Main beach Struisbaai Main beach

7.9 Very good

26.3km

L'Agulhas tidal pool L'Agulhas tidal pool

4.8 Tolerable

29.6km

Pebble beach Pebble beach

5.8 Pleasant

30.7km

Suiderstrand beach Suiderstrand beach

6.7 Good

44.2km

Lekkerwater beach Lekkerwater beach

6.9 Good

50.5km

Die Dam Die Dam

7.3 Good

Localities

Nearest

Arniston • 830m

Main locality of province

Cape Town • 186.4km

Transport

Airport

ROD • 100.6km

Train Station

Bredasdorp • 23.2km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Nalima Aziz

10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed this beach, but be aware that there are quite a few blue bottles around. It's a perfect spot for swimming and bodyboarding, and it's also safe for children to swim. During the busiest times of the year, there are lifeguards on duty as well.

March 2023

Jaxson Jacoby

10 Exceptional

One of the cleanest and safest beaches in Arniston with golden sand.

March 2023

Krispy

10 Exceptional

The beach is stunning, with golden sand and surrounded by breathtaking cliffs. It's a perfect spot for a leisurely walk to the nearby cave.

March 2023

Sarina Seeker

10 Exceptional

The beach was tranquil and serene, and we relished our time there while gazing out at the breathtaking ocean view. We were delighted to discover that the sand was a beautiful golden color. We couldn't help but feel envious of the lucky locals who get to call this stunning beach their own. We will definitely be returning in the future. 🙌

March 2023

Niva Banmawaco

10 Exceptional

We had a great time at the beach, it was lovely to drive along the 4 x 4 trail and enjoy the stunning scenery. The golden sand added to the beauty of the place.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Roman beach?

The coastline of Roman beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Roman beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Roman beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Roman beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Is the Roman beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Roman beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Roman beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Roman beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Roman beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Roman beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Arniston Hotel Restaurant is the closest place located 900 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Roman beach?

There are 27 places to stay in the Roman beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Roman beach include:

BlueSky Arniston Guest House

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Roman beach from parking?

The Roman beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Roman beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Roman beach is March. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Roman beach (Western Cape) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Roman beach (Western Cape) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.