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Hollywoodbets South Africa Review

Review 2026
3.0 / 5 ยท Updated on 18 May 2026
Gauteng Gambling Board Since 2006
Exclusive welcome offer
R25 + 50 spins
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Our score
3.0 / 5
Editorial verdict
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Since
2006
Licensed by
Gauteng Gambling Board

Overview

Detailed expert review

Hollywoodbets, established in 2006, is licensed by the Gauteng Gambling Board. A prominent feature of their offering is live streaming for various sports events.

The platform covers key sports such as Horse Racing, Soccer, Tennis, Rugby, and Cricket, complemented by features like Bet Builder, Tote Betting, and Live Betting. New customers can receive a welcome bonus of R25 plus 50 free spins upon account activation.

Deposit methods include Cash Deposits, Direct ETFs, Visa, Mastercard, and Bank Transfers, with withdrawals processed via EFT or retail shop. While Hollywoodbets provides good betting options and regular promotions, its platform is not as user friendly as some competitors and it currently lacks a native mobile application.

Bonuses

Bonuses & promotions

Other

Get a R25 sign up bonus + 50 free spins once your Hollywoodbets account is activated.

Other

promotions, which include an FICA bonus of R25 as a free bet

Other

refer a friend

Other

an accumulator boost

Expert ratings

How it scored

Scored relative to other South Africa operators. Odds, payout speed and support are graded by our editors; value reflects bonus fairness and wagering terms.

Odds 4.5
Markets 5.0
Bonuses 1.7
Support 4.0
Payout speed No data

Key features

Live streamingBet builderTote BettingLucky NumbersBetGamesFICA BonusLive Betting

Sports coverage

Horse RacingFootballTennisRugbyCricketGolfAmerican FootballBaseballBasketballField HockeyCyclingDartsFutsalIce HockeyMMAMotor SportsSnookerVolleyballFloorballBandy

Banking

Payment methods

MethodMin:Max:Speed
Cash Deposits โ€” โ€” โ€”
Direct ETFs โ€” โ€” โ€”
Top Up Voucher โ€” โ€” โ€”
Visa / MasterCard โ€” โ€” โ€”
Visa / MasterCard โ€” โ€” โ€”
Bank Transfers โ€” โ€” โ€”

Pros

  • Regular bonuses and promotions
  • Lots of tote betting options
  • Live sports streaming
  • Quick bet function of mobile site
  • Licenced and regulated

Cons

  • Platform is not as user-friendly as others
  • Limited market depth in some areas
  • No native mobile app

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18+

No persons under the age of 18 years are permitted to gamble. Winners know when to stop. National Responsible Gambling Programme: 0800 006 008. Regulated by the NGB.

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