Hooded Towels

A hooded towel wraps around the whole body, leaving both hands free to actually get changed rather than holding a towel closed with one arm. The hood adds extra warmth and coverage for the head and shoulders, making it a genuine upgrade over a standard towel for anyone changing outdoors.

Built into the front is a waterproof kanga pocket, named for the way it sits like a kangaroo pouch, big enough to hold your phone, keys or wallet while you get changed. No more balancing your phone on a towel on the sand or leaving it in the car, it stays with you and stays dry the whole time.

Made from a soft, absorbent cotton, our hooded towels are built to handle everyday use at the beach, the pool or after a surf. The roomy fit works over swimwear or activewear, so you can get out of wet gear and into dry clothes without exposing yourself to the elements or a crowded car park.

What are towels with hoods called?
Towels with hoods are commonly called hooded towels, change robes or surf ponchos. They are worn over the body to dry off and change clothes in one motion, without needing to hold a separate towel closed. They are popular with surfers, swimmers and anyone changing in a public or outdoor setting.

Does the hooded towel have a pocket for my phone?
Yes. Each hooded towel has a waterproof kanga pocket built into the front, designed to hold your phone, keys or wallet safely while you change, so you do not have to leave your valuables sitting on the sand.

Are hooded towels worth it for adults?
Yes. For adults, a hooded towel works as a wearable change room, letting you get in and out of wet swimwear at the beach or car park without exposing yourself. The hood and oversized fit add warmth and coverage that a standard towel cannot match.

How do I choose the right hooded towel?
Look for an oversized fit if you plan to change in public, a fabric that is genuinely absorbent rather than just quick drying, and a pocket you can actually rely on for your phone and keys. A cotton hooded towel with a kanga pocket, like ours, covers all three.

What size is a hooded towel?
Our hooded towels are designed with an oversized, one size fits most cut, made to comfortably cover adults of most builds. Check the individual product page for specific dimensions if you want an exact measurement.

Can you swim in a hooded towel?
A hooded towel is designed for changing and drying off rather than swimming in. Wear your swimwear in the water, then throw the hooded towel on afterwards to dry off and change comfortably.

How do I care for a hooded towel?
Machine wash in cold water and avoid high heat drying to keep the cotton soft and absorbent for longer. Regular use at the beach means regular washing, so a cotton weave that holds up over time matters.

Browse Beach Towels for a standard towel option, or check out Mens Swimwear and Womens Swimwear to complete your beach kit.