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Magellans Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Business Room (King) | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Deluxe Double Room | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV
Lounge
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Terrace/patio
Tucked away in Simon's Town, Magellans Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and a daily manager's reception. Take in the views from the terrace or unwind among nature in the garden; enjoy access to free WiFi and explore literature at your leisure from the library.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Room (King)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Business Room (King) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Business Room (King)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room (King) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room (King)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, Mountain View (King) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, Mountain View (King)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Simon's Town, a neighborhood in Cape Town, Magellans Hotel is in the suburbs and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Boulders Beach and Cape of Good Hope. South African Naval Museum and Scratch Patch Mineral World and Cave Golf are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.
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Map
3 Meryl Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975

What's nearby

  • Boulders Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Seaforth Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Foxy Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Muizenberg Beach - 16 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Simonstown Station - 8 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden River Spur Steak Ranch - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Seaforth Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Harbourview Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Penguino - ‬11 min walk
  • Steers

About this property

Magellans Hotel

Upscale bed & breakfast near Boulders Beach
At Magellans Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • An elevator, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Magellans Hotel boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Rainfall showers, separate tubs/showers, and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, communal kitchens, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

Property is also known as

Magellans Hotel Cape Town
Magellans Hotel Bed & breakfast
Magellans Hotel Bed & breakfast Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is Magellans Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Magellans Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Magellans Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Magellans Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Magellans Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Magellans Hotel located?

Located in Simon's Town, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Table Mountain National Park and Boulders Beach. Boulders Penguin Colony and Seaforth Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Magellans Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless rooms, piping hot showers and a gorgeous view of the ocean while eating a delicious cooked breakfast. I had a lovely time staying at Magellans Hotel. A big thank you to the kind and helpful staff, who were bravely chasing off a troop of baboons as I arrived!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, view and breakfast. Decor was very eclectic but functional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very nice and helpful bathroom could do with something on the floor as floor very slippy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAYMOND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

This was a wonderful stay, it's not really a hotel but more like a private home with bedrooms. My king size bedroom was on the 3rd floor with a balcony that you could see the harbor from, the room was very big & All the comforts of home. The breakfast in the morning was very good, typical English type. The staff was very friendly & helpful. I give it 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what I expected

As a women traveling alone this hotel was not thr best idea. The hotel is more like a house that was turned into a hotel. The lift is only for luggage so if you have a problem with stairs then dont select this hotel. If you are a women traveling alone I wouldnt recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff are friendly and helpful. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, we had a sea view from our room and it was spectacular. Be warned it is a hilly hike up from town, so a vehicle is required. Parking at the front of the hotel is limited to 4 spots.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

景色が良く静かな場所だけど、、、

高台の住宅街に位置し、景色が良く、都市の喧騒から離れるには良い場所です。周囲にお店やレストランなども徒歩距離ではアクセスは厳しいので、レンタカーなど車がなければアクセスは難しいです。また喜望峰に行くには、時間もかかからず、大変アクセスは良いのですが、逆にテーブルマウンテンやケープタウン中心部までは車で1時間程度かかります。 残念な点を挙げれば、24時間スタッフがいる雰囲気ではないので、色々困りました。部屋にドライヤーがなく、スタッフに伝えても、そのまま対応されずに終わったこと、また問い合わせの連絡先が内線がないので、電話連絡先に電話しても繋がらなかったことです。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was no hairdryer in the room - and the coffee in the room was terrible. For that price we paid at least put nice coffee in the room maybe a rusk or two. the breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
This hotel has a terrific view of the ocean. The hotel has once been a 4-5 star hotel, but the new owner, is not keeping up this standard, which is a shame, as the staff is so nice and they are trying to do their best. The hotel needs some special care.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Une bonne adresse à S.T.

Hotel confortable à taille humaine (environ 10 chambres), nous avions une très belle vue montagne et mer, la literie était confortable, le petit déjeuner correct servi par du personnel souriant et sympathique.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Per

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ny ägare som inte riktigt förstår sig på hur Guest house fungerar. Personalen som följde med från tidigare ägare gör att det fungerar. De är mycket hjälpsamma Otrolig utsikt från den gemensamma terassen
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

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