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Residence William French

4.0 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Boulders Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2025

Room options

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Deluxe King Suite

Deluxe King Suite

Highlights

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

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Queen Room with Garden View

Queen Room with Garden View

Highlights

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

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King room

King room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View

Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View

Highlights

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

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Breakfast included
Spa
Parking included
Free WiFi
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The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Beach - 7 min walk
  • Simon's Town Country Club - 12 min walk
  • Boulders Beach - 19 min walk
  • Kalk Bay Beach - 29 min drive
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Simonstown Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 72 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 guest house 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 sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecues and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities, such as free WiFi and safes, as well as dining tables and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, 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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 11 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 lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

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 for 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

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 any lifts
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.

How much does it cost to stay at Residence William French?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Residence William French on 10 Jan 2025 start from AU$225.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout 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 mile (2 km) of Table Mountain National Park and Boulders Beach. Fisherman's Beach and Simon's Town Country Club are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Muhammad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Brent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely view, safe and wonderful breakfast. William was a great host!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Mary

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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wonderlust0628, Houston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Sue

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

AuroreV, Toronto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Cat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay, incredible views, highly recommend.
Incredible, photo's don't do it justice, amazing hospitality, breakfast was amazing! Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful boutique hotel, with excellent food. Book for dinner if you can!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Edinburgh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply put, a little corner of paradise, we had such a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place in Simonstown!
Beautiful decor, facilities and view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic find
Wow what an amazing find. Beautiful location with fantastic views over Boulder Beach. William and his team provided a 5 star stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

FG, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely. Much better than the pictures! They know how to make people feel special! Had dinner there and was blown away. Highly recommended and hopefully will stay longer when next in SA.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not sure where to begin with this one, it is such a great experience in so many ways, but will start with the owner William as he is so central to everything. He is passionate about every detail and you see and feel that in every aspect, the decor, the food, the staff, the way the place runs. You can look at the photos and they show just how stunning the location, the rooms, the pool etc are. We stayed in the Queen room, and although it did not have the views of the other rooms, it was a delight to stay in, the little private courtyard you have at the back gets the afternoon sun and is sheltered so is lovely to sit outside with tea. The breakfasts are fantastic and an experience in themselves, home made granola and jams being just two of the highlights. William (or rather the stunningly pretty Primrose under Williams guidance) cooked for us on my wife's birthday, and it was just divine. Their G&T's are to die for too, beautifully made with a sprig of thyme and a long twist of orange peel. Janine the manager was just brilliant in helping me with mislaid keys and a driving license, managing to re-unite me with both before the end of our stay. So many reasons to stay here, the penguins a short walk down the hill (no need to pay to go along the boardwalks), the stunning drive out to Cape Point, the amazing food and great hospitality, and the enigmatic, charming and wonderful character that is William.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rich, Maine, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An absolutely amazing, world-class guest house! Imagine a villa set on a hillside, with sweeping unobstructed views of False Bay near Cape Town with impeccable service and incredible food.....and you have only hit the tip of the iceberg of this property. William is the consummate host, (as well as his incredible staff!) where you are instantly at ease and cared-for in provincial, European style. I will most definitely write more in a Trip Advisor post so that more people will be exposed to this ‘expectation exceeding’ experience. Do not pass this by, and if you stay here - do not bother to look for outside restaurants, William is a world-class chef with an outstanding selection of local wines. Truly Excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Het was heel bijzonder en erg goed

10/10 Excellent

louise, London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
STUNNING residence & perfect for Boulders Beach
Beautiful decor, rooms were spacious and very clean with double sinks in the bathroom and lovely shower products. Views from the infinity pool were incredible. Balcony immediately outside the bedroom (from which you can see the sunrise whilst lying in bed) with plenty of seating. Delicious breakfast and all home made products: granola, croissants, meats & cheese. Hosts were so friendly and accommodating making you feel at home and comfortable and shared tips on the area. Less than 5 min drive to Boulders Beach or a 20 min walk along the boardwalk to see the penguins on the beach. Would definitely come back here and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing view
Super,super,super , obsługa, śniadanie ,basen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceeding all expectations
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 Excellent

Mikael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020