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Penguinden

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A room with a bed, a chair, and a view of the sea through large windows. - Penguinden (Cape Town)
A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a sofa, and a coffee table. - Penguinden (Cape Town)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop island, and a built-in wine rack. - Penguinden (Cape Town)
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table and chairs, a sofa set, and a large window offering a view of the ocean. - Penguinden (Cape Town)
A balcony with a view of the sea and distant mountains. - Penguinden (Cape Town)
Located close to Boulders Beach, Penguinden provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a view of the outside.

Royal Suite

  • Sea view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a ceiling fan, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Luxury Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

Family Apartment

  • Mountain view
  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Penguinden is in Simon's Town, a neighborhood in Cape Town. South African Naval Museum and Scratch Patch Mineral World and Cave Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Road and Longbeach Mall. Casa Labia Cultural Centre and Learn 2 Surf Cape Town are also worth visiting. Windsurfing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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57 Dorries Drive, Simon's Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a city at its base, a coastline, and a sunset.
    Table Mountain National Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A rocky beach with large boulders, clear turquoise water, and a few penguins on the shore.
    Boulders Beach
    5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Fisherman's Beach
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Simon's Town Country Club
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Boulders Penguin Colony
    6 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Simonstown Station
    10 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • Seaforth Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Blue Door Coffee Roasters
    8 min drive
  • Bhandaris
    11 min drive
  • Cafe Penguino
    3 min drive
  • The Hickory Shack
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Penguinden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Penguinden?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penguinden?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Penguinden located?

Located in Simon's Town, this 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 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Penguinden Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couples getaway

We enjoyed ourselves, the sea view is beautiful and nice and private Just abit windy for us so we didn't use the hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Overnight stay

We just stayed the night, but really enjoyed our stay. The views and the jacuzzi was the highlight of our stay. John is a very friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Unforgettable sight, amazing view.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ここはいい。オーナーのホスピタリティがいい。バスタブがでかい。バルコニーからの眺望がいい。バルコニーでタバコが吸える。静か。オススメのレストランもまとめて用意してある。リビングが素敵。他にお客様がいない場合、もはや5星のスイートルーム並にでかい。
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Zero complaints

Nice rooms and the guy there was friendly and helpful... if we find yourselves in the area again we will be staying here again 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019