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About this property

Penguins View Guest house has well-equipped self-catering accommodations featuring free WiFi in Simon’s Town, a 5-minute walk from Boulders Beach. Free private parking is available on site. All units come with sea views and kitchen facilities. Some have a patio or balcony. The guest house has an outdoor pool, garden and barbecue facilities. Viewpoint over Penguin colony is 656 feet from Penguins View Guest house, while Simon's Town Country Club is a 3-minute walk away. Cape Town International Airport is 18 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Katharine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptional view. Right next to Bolders beach and the colony of penguins. Enormous bed and shower. Great kitchen and dining facilities inside and out.
  • Abbott
    United States United States
    Amazing views of the ocean. The bed was amazingly comfortable and I could hear the ocean waves from my room. The room was clean and property felt safe. I stayed here specifically to be close to Boulder’s beach and see the penguins- they were only...
  • Karen
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Nothing to dislike, great position to see the penguins which was why we were in Simon's Town, but the Baboons wander the town on an evening great fun. Beautiful apartment with the most amazing view across the bay, a way out of town so we had to...
  • Michelle
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful view, super friendly staff, great location! A few minutes from Boulder Beach which we appreciated and meant we got to see the penguins almost every day we were there! We loved our balcony with a sea view. It’s about a 20 minute walk from...
  • Florence
    South Africa South Africa
    Good communication, central location, beautiful views
  • Sana
    Canada Canada
    Modern, clean and welcoming vibes! The suite is absolutely stunning and decorated with cute marine decor. The location is just up the road from the Boulders Beach park entrance so we could easily walk down and didn’t have to park at the national...
  • Mary
    United States United States
    I wish I could give an even higher rating! There was comfortable seating for us to look through the grand windows onto the sea and mountains. To our left the view was of the delightful penguins. What a treat! Our hosts were sure to ask if there...
  • Lindsay
    United States United States
    Amazing views, clean, and comfortable. We really enjoyed everything about our stay here!
  • Carmen
    Germany Germany
    Heather and her husband were wonderful hosts. We felt welcome from the first moment. The apartment is nicely located on top of a hill. It is just a 5 minutes walk to see the penguins. The apartment had everything we needed, it is very well...
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stay met all our requirements, very friendly hosts and quiet surroundings but near to beach and town

Managed by Heather

Company review score: 9.4Based on 257 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

John and myself are fun loving people who love the sea. We run a small guesthouse in a beautiful tranquil setting. Each Studio is uniquely furnished in fun seaside decor, and offers private decks with amazing ocean views. There are steep stairs to climb, but the views are worth it! Besides the penguins, there many great diving sites close by as well as kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and water bikes.

Property info

Heather and John will host you at this perfect spot near Boulders Beach with stunning views of False Bay. Relax on the deck, or take a 5 min stroll to sheltered beaches where you can relax on the golden sand or snorkel in the sheltered bays. Visit the penguin colony, and walk amongst their homes. This is a home away from home with all amenities and sheltered pool. You will fall in love with this beautiful spot and return again and again!

Neighborhood info

Simons town is a quaint, welcoming village with fabulous restaurants and delicious seafood. After visiting the penguins, browse the quirky shops, or sip well known Cape wines on the decks of the restaurants. Simonstown is also the Naval Base of the Cape and is steeped in history. Cape of Good Hope is a short drive away and offers wonderful walks and scenery. Simon's Town golf course is a stone's throw away.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

Penguins View Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 400 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Penguins View Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.