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Residence William French

4.0 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Boulders Beach

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Interior entrance
Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Deluxe King Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe King Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Sea view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Room with Garden View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Room with Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

King room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room with Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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44 Dorries Drive Simon S Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975

What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Simon's Town Country Club - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Boulders Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Boulders Penguin Colony - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Simonstown Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaforth Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Penguino - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harbour View Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blue Door Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Saveur Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Residence William French

Upscale guesthouse near Boulders Beach
At Residence William French, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Barbecue grills, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi and safes, as well as dining tables and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, a personal chef, and electric kettles

Languages

English, French, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Room service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 15 are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 600 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Children 15 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Residence William French Guesthouse Cape Town
Residence William French Guesthouse
Residence William French Cape Town
Residence William French Guest House Cape Town
Resince William French Cape T
William French Cape Town
Residence William French Cape Town
Residence William French Guesthouse
Residence William French Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Residence William French have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Residence William French pet-friendly?

Yes, Residence William French allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Residence William French?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Residence William French?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Residence William French?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Residence William French provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 600 per person applies.

Where is Residence William French located?

Located in Simon's Town, this beach guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Table Mountain National Park and Boulders Beach. Fisherman's Beach and Simon's Town Country Club are also within 15 minutes.

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Residence William French Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Easily one of the best places we have ever stayed. Wonderful sceneries, friendly staff, excellent location. Outstanding breakfast and freshly cooked evening meal if you ask for it beforehand. Very spacious rooms and it is certainly home from home. It is an excellent base for the gateway to Cape Point, Boulder Bay and Chapman’s Peak. Car is essential for easy travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Lovely view, safe and wonderful breakfast. William was a great host!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Fantastic stay. Watched whales from the deck playing in the ocean. Only 10 minutts walk to the pingvins. Tips. Attend the sosial dinner with the other guest. Great food and great company.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Residence William French greatly exceeded our expectations! We made our booking there due to its close proximity to the Cape of Good Hope and Boulder’s Beach, excited about hiking and penguins. It turns out our experience at Residence William French rivaled our experiences at the Cape and with the penguins; it was fantastic! The residence is located in a quiet neighborhood, perched on a hillside with a stunning view of False Bay. The property is impeccably decorated, comfortable, and welcoming. Our dinner and breakfast there were beautifully and thoughtfully prepared, and delicious, on par with the best meals we’ve had in Cape Town. William is the perfect host. We were sad to leave, wishing we’d booked more nights there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10

Owner does not allow late check in. We were charged for dinner despite cancellation ahead of time. Single entrance for all guests shered by owner. No private entrance. There are no penguins on the beach next to this residence. It is over 5 km drive from there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Super,super,super , obsługa, śniadanie ,basen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10

This place is heaven. William has made this a slice of paradise in every way, from the details of the amenities with luxurious finishes, to his amazing cooking, and overall being an excellent host. We left our last night in Cape Town open and while traveling were told about this property by another couple. They were oozing about how wonderful this place was. We were able to book and were not disappointed. We only stayed for one night, but we will be back for an extended trip. This place cannot be described with only words. It's just magnificent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10

From the first moment at welcome to an emotional farewell after a week we felt like part of the William’s Family. We couldn’t wish more from this gorgeous place - from the breathtaking location on the hill with the spectacular view over False Bay to the uniquely decorated rooms, the infinity-pool and last but not least - the delicious breakfasts and dinners - everything made with love from scratch. Janine, William, Florence and the other members of the ”family”, you all made us really feel at home. We have travelled a lot, but never experienced such a fantastic hostess ship and a guest house offering nothing but the best. If you plan to go to Simon’s Town, you can’t miss this heavenly place or Williams gourmet dinners. We can strongly recommend this guest house
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10

Absolutely delightful stay with William in his beautiful home. His attention to detail and enthusiasm is second to none
Breakfast platter - also delicious fruit salad, granola and yogurt then croissant, bread and selection of home made jams. Scrummy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10

Everything about this property was beautiful and romantic. The views are stunning. The property is beautifully maintained. The staff think of every detail and THE FOOD! The included breakfast is delicious. If you have a chance to have William cook, take it! It will be fantastic. We haven’t stopped talking about this place since we left.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

Top Anlage, super Gastgeber Hier gibt es nichts zu beanstanden. Nur zu empfehlen
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

Fantasktiskt hotell! Bästa utsikt service frukost och middagar William lagade till oss! Älskade vårt rum! Tusen Tack för all service och vänlighet! Personalen var så hjälpsamma och otroligt snälla. Bästa hotell nånsin!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10

Een top accommodatie! William en zijn personeel doen hun best om het zo thuis mogelijk voor je te maken. Mooie, ruime, nette kamers, heerlijk zwembad, nogmaals een geweldige service! Een ontbijt waar je u tegen zegt! En van woensdag tot zondag serveren ze ook diner, wat een absolute aanrader is!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10

Tout était parfait ! Rien à redire ! Nous avons même etait surclassé ! La chambre décorée avec beaucoup de goût, spacieuses, propre et le lit trés confortable ! Une super vue! Le petit-déjeuner délicieux ! Et l'hôte au petit soins ! Je recommande cet hébergement sans hésitation !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10

Stunning property overlooking the ocean. Janice was amazing organizing our dinner before our arrival and Grete was an fantastic host taking really good care of us. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10

Incredible, photo's don't do it justice, amazing hospitality, breakfast was amazing! Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10

This is an excellent boutique hotel one can find in Simon's Town. Especially, if you're visiting Cape Point, this is the place to stay. The property is gorgeous, the rooms are spacious and their breakfast is unforgettable. Moreover, the pool on the terrace and the view are priceless. I should also add that William and Janine are great hosts, attentive to every detail and very helpful. Thank you both!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10

Wonderful boutique hotel, with excellent food. Book for dinner if you can!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

Simply put, a little corner of paradise, we had such a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019