Name: The Grosvenor Guest House & Self Catering
Address: Forest Hill, 7975 Simonʼs Town, South Africa, Forest Hill, Western Cape, 7975, South Africa
Rating: 9.1

The Grosvenor Guest House & Self Catering

–Excellent location - show map

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Property highlights

Breakfast

Exceptional breakfast

Parking

Free parking, Private parking, On-site parking, Free parking

Views

Sea view, Balcony, View, Garden view

Wellness

Massage

Free WiFi

Internet services

Kitchen facilities

Kitchenette, Coffee machine, Electric kettle, Dining table

Shuttle service

Airport shuttle, Shuttle service

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Swimming pool

Private, Saltwater, Shallow end, Outdoor swimming pool

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About this property

Set on the hillside slope overlooking False Bay, The Grosvenor Guest House & Self Catering provides 4-star accommodation with views of the South African Naval Base. The outdoor pool features a sun deck, which overlooks the False Bay. Accessed by stairs, the tastefully decorated rooms at the Grosvenor come with en suite bathrooms. Tea-and-coffee-making facilities are provided in every room. A full English breakfast with a selection of fresh fruit and orange juice can be enjoyed each morning on the enclosed patio. There is an honesty bar in the dining room, and the attentive staff can help arrange restaurant bookings. Guests at Grosvenor Guest House can relax on the terrace or have a refreshing dip in the swimming pool. The Boulders Beach, home to a thriving colony of African penguins, is less than one km away. The Grosvenor provides an ideal base to explore the Cape Point Route. A winding pathway will take you to the Main Road of Simon's Town and directly to the village with shops and restaurants.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Room type	Number of guests
Suite 1 extra-large double bed
Double Room 1 double bed
Holiday Home Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds Bedroom 3 1 large double bed Bedroom 4 2 single beds
Suite 1 extra-large double bed
Suite 1 large double bed
Suite 1 large double bed
Double Room 1 double bed
Double Room 1 double bed

Guest reviews

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Free WiFi

Guests who stayed here loved

Katja

Germany

“Lovely place, great views, charming garden and various terraces. Awesome breakfast. Staff very welcoming, friendly and helpful. They gave me a wonderful room and helped me find a driver taking me to some vineyards.”

Angelica

United Kingdom

“Staff members at the Grossvenor are fantastic and were always alert to help with any questions. Breakfast was also great and abundant. The location is great and close to Simon's town center. Keep in mind that there are plenty of stairs if you are...”

Pamela

United Kingdom

“What a fantastic view. Everything else was amazing too, the staff, my room, the breakfast, the pool and garden, good wifi. There was a tuctuc for 60 rand each way down to the town. There was a takeaway service if you wanted an evening meal....”

Bower

South Africa

“Large, beautiful, luxurious bedroom with views of the entire Simonstown. Just upmarket all round & delicious breakfast. Friendly, helpful staff”

Andy

United Kingdom

“Very friendly helpful staff in the kitchen and front of house. Beautiful views and pool. Room spacious and comfortable, lots of wardrobe space.”

Barbara

Netherlands

“This is a really beautiful , gracious property . The decor is elegant and we loved all the artwork. Nice touches like water and sherry for our enjoyment. Sue and Jonathan made us feel very much at home. They allowed us to leave our bags at the...”

Gillian

United Kingdom

“Location, room, bonus of a pool, well looked after by the lovely staff, breakfast and we were even given a room upgrade.”

Jacobus

Switzerland

“Beautiful views , tastefully decorated and attentive staff. Great Stay !”

Guillaume

South Africa

“A stunning view, nice and comfortable room with a beautiful terrace, and a wonderful breakfast Very near to the centre of the town”

Gila

United Kingdom

“The stay was exceptional! Five stars! The location was breath-taking and the management and staff were accommodating and made us feel at home. Highly recommended.”

Managed by Sue, Jonathan & Debbie

Company review score: 9.8Based on 183 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company information

We can't wait to welcome you. Sue our fabulous General Manager has been with us for 14 years and just knows how to make you feel at home. She will help with any planning of trips and knows the area so well and she is happy to share a lot of local "gems" with you. An avid hiker and sea swimmer she has local knowledge that you need to know! Jonathan will prepare you a breakfast you will think about for a long time! His welcoming smile will immediately make you feel welcome and part of the family. We love meeting new people and often have discussions on the breakfast veranda with people from all over the world. Hospitality is our passion and we will go the extra mile to ensure you have a great stay. Can't wait to welcome you.

Property information

Our property is uniquely decorated showcasing as many local artists at possible. Each room has a different theme and art work from a particular artist is displayed in each room according to the theme. Our rooms are large and airy and our staff make you feel right at home from the very start. Our swimming pool is a dream when the temperatures reach up to 30 degrees in summer! We are a short walk away from the village where you will find a host of different great restaurants and where you can book water adventure activities - whale watching, shark diving, snorkelling, kayaking, waterbiking, SUP boarding, pelagic trips and deep sea fishing to name a few. Love shopping? We have great antique shops, clothing shops and a very good craft shop that showcases many of our best crafters products. We are a 20 minute drive from the beautiful Cape Point reserve and a very short walk to the famous Boulders Penguin Beach. Just want to relax? Look no further. Curl up on our couch on the veranda and take in the tranquillity of our space. We let this property as self catering from the 16th December - 3rd January. Why no come and visit us soon?

Neighbourhood information

Conveniently within walking distance to the central of Simon's Town where guests can visit the Simon’s Town naval base and museum, Church of St Francis, Romans Rock Lighthouse and the renowned Boulder’s Beach with its unique Cape Penguin Colony. We have a working Naval Harbour in Simon's Town so there is always something going on and something to watch in the bay. One can also enjoy a meal or light lunch at some of the country's finest restaurants or cafes and a leisurely stroll through town experiencing the wide array of shops and vendors. Other nearby attractions include the famous and spectacular Cape Point, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens or take a scenic drive along the Cape Peninsula. Exciting water activities such as local boat trips and kayaking are also available for the outdoor enthusiast.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Grosvenor Guest House & Self Catering

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note that guests would have to climb a flight of stairs to gain access to the property's entrance.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Grosvenor Guest House & Self Catering in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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