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A rooftop pool area with wooden decking, lounge chairs, and umbrellas overlooking a clear blue sea with distant mountains.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden bench, a wicker chair, and a glass door leading to an interior space with a tiled floor and a wooden staircase.

A terrace with a table set for two, overlooking a body of water.

A living room with a brick fireplace, a blue sofa, a wooden armchair, and a wooden coffee table.

1. Tintswalo Boulders

Simon's Town, < 0.1 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

SIMON

AED 832

AED 1,002 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, a pool, and a lounge area with striped cushions.

A room with two patterned armchairs, a coffee machine, and a view of the ocean through sheer curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a coffee maker, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a view of the sea, a table with a water bottle, two chairs, and a decorative bowl.

2. Residence William French

1.2 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Peter

AED 378

AED 438 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, wooden chairs, a small elephant statue, and a table with a glass.

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a wicker chair, a blue and white patterned bedspread, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A room with a wooden dresser, a table with a lace tablecloth, a bookshelf, a lamp, and a framed painting on the wall.

A compact living space with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area including a microwave and cabinets.

3. Albatross Guest House

Simon's Town, 1.9 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Sara

AED 484

AED 484 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a mountainous backdrop.

A marina with boats docked, a clear blue sky, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A waterfront property with a white building, a marina with boats, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

4. Simon's Town Quayside Hotel

Simon's Town, 1.6 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Kirsten

AED 398

AED 458 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and mountains.

A two-story house with a garage, a balcony on the upper floor, and a driveway leading to the garage.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

A buffet setup with various food items and beverages on a glass table against a wooden wall with a decorative mirror above.

5. Magellans Hotel

Simon's Town, 0.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Barry

AED 369

AED 425 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A bedroom with two single beds, a wooden chair, a small table with a lamp, and a wardrobe.

A room with a wooden floor, a white door, a mirror, a lamp, and a window with a striped valance.

A coastal landscape with large rocks, greenery, and a view of the sea.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by a field of lavender.

6. Stunning Boulders Beach house

Simon's Town, 0.3 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

AED 1,333

AED 1,333 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

Wicker chairs and a table on a balcony overlooking a coastal view with mountains in the background.

A beach with large rocks and clear water.

A beachfront hotel with a prominent palm tree, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

A table set for a meeting with a laptop, glass, and a small plant, overlooking the sea.

7. Boulders Beach Hotel and Restaurant

Simon's Town, 0.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Colleen

AED 145

AED 167 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An open doorway leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A room with a view of the ocean through an open door, a mirror on the wall, and a table with decorative items.

A coastal view with two planters on a white structure, overlooking the sea and distant mountains.

A beach with large rocks and a clear blue sky.

8. Whale View Manor Guesthouse

Simon's Town, 1.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Michael

AED 420

AED 484 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A poolside area with a view of the sea and mountains, two lounge chairs with towels, and a metal railing.

A modern living room with a glass staircase, a sofa set, and a bed with a tufted headboard.

A modern building entrance with a sign reading "AQUA TERRIA" and a view of the ocean through a glass door.

A balcony with a view of the sea and mountains, a sofa, and a railing.

9. Aqua Terra

Simon's Town, 2.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Alan

AED 888

AED 1,031 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.

A beach with a large number of penguins gathered on the sand, a rocky outcrop, and a pier with people.

A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a sunset over a body of water.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a coastal landscape, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchenette.

10. 1 Mountain Rd Boutique B & B

5.9 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Michael

AED 573

AED 573 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A room with a view of the ocean, a dining table, chairs, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sea.

A table set with a bowl of grapes, a glass of orange juice, and a glass of orange juice, with a scenic view of the ocean in the background.

A room with two red chairs, a small table with a plant, a wine glass, and a book.

11. Simon's Town Guest House

4.1 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Nelda

AED 403

AED 403 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A wooden table set for a meal with wine glasses, plates, and a vase with flowers.

A breakfast buffet with pastries, fruits, and flowers.

A kitchen counter with a vase of flowers, a bar stool, and a chalkboard with a welcome message.

A living room with a red sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, a bookshelf, and an exit sign.

12. White Lodge Constantia Guest House

Constantia, 19.7 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Gary

AED 463

AED 537 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

13. Hout Bay Manor

18.8 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Anonymous traveler

AED 953

AED 1,102 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A wooden deck with two hanging chairs facing a beach at sunset.

A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas overlooking the sea.

A rocky beach with a building on the left and a mountain in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, and a view of the sea.

14. Tintswalo Atlantic

Hout Bay, 16.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Angel H

AED 2,382

AED 2,829 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a fruit bowl. It features large windows with a view of mountains and the sea.

A dining area with a large table, benches, and a view of the sea through a glass roof.

A sign for 'HOUT & ABOUT GUEST HOUSE' with a coastal scene illustration, including a boat and seagulls.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a built-in wardrobe, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

15. Hout & About Guest House

Hout Bay, 19.7 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Fulvia

AED 312

AED 358 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a large window, a chandelier, and a floral-patterned sofa.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a potted plant, and a vase with flowers.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor seating.

16. Last Word Constantia

Constantia, 18.4 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Melanie

AED 844

AED 971 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A terrace with wooden furniture, a potted plant, and a view of a coastal landscape with mountains.

A view through a window of a building with a mountain in the background, a pool, and some plants in the foreground.

A modern two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by desert vegetation.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

17. Hout Bay Breeze

Hout Bay, 18.9 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Aurélie

AED 285

AED 330 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A pool with two horse statues on either side, a wooden deck in the center, and a view of a green landscape with trees and a hill in the background.

A table with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a dish of oysters on the side, set against a vineyard backdrop.

A restaurant interior with a wine rack, seating, and hanging lights.

A modern building with a large glass facade, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

18. Steenberg Hotel & Spa

13.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Claudia

AED 1,202

AED 1,400 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A stately building with a symmetrical facade, featuring a central entrance with an arched doorway, flanked by two wings with large windows and stone detailing. In front, there is a well-maintained garden with a fountain and benches.

A pool with a view of the sea, surrounded by greenery and a white building with a roof.

A window seat with a view of the ocean, a book, glasses, a teapot, and a cup.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, overlooking a body of water.

19. St James Guesthouses

8.3 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

angela

AED 1,178

AED 1,356 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern room with a balcony, a grey sofa, blue chairs, a small table with a plant, and a view of mountains.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a view of mountains through large windows.

A modern café with wooden tables, white chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a central island, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

20. WINK Eaton Square

17.6 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

olutayo

AED 266

AED 313 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Boulders Penguin Colony

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Tintswalo Boulders	10.0 Exceptional 68 reviews	View
Residence William French	9.8 Exceptional 57 reviews	View
Albatross Guest House	9.4 Exceptional 34 reviews	View
Simon's Town Quayside Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 346 reviews	View
Magellans Hotel	8.4 Very good 24 reviews	View

Top Boulders Penguin Colony Hotel Reviews

Simon's Town Quayside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"4 nuits extrêmement bien situé pour visiter Cap Hope / Cap Bonne Espérance, Tour de bateau (baleines / requins / plongée) Hiking autour + Fish Hoek. Stationnement facile et gratuit. Nombreux restaurants tout près. Excellent service. Cela vaut vraiment prendre une des 8 chambres avec balcon. Seul hic, hôtel très peu insonorisé."

Penguins View Guesthouse

8/10 Good

"Excellent location for Boulders Beach."

Mariner Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Overall the Mariner is an excellent B&B. It is a converted upmarket home with an elevated, panoramic view of False Bay. It is spotlessly clean and well maintained. The furnishings are comfortable and tasteful. The outstanding breakfasts have a wide variety on offer and cater for all dietary restrictions. The property is within a several minute walk to the famous penguin colony and several picturesque beaches. It is about 10 minutes walk to historical Simonstown and it's numerous restaurants and quirky shops. Special mention must be made of Mandy, the lovely manager of the property, she is exceptionally friendly, helpful and knowledgable on local matters. If you are staying in the southern Cape Peninsula, this is the place to be!"

The Grosvenor Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect. The place beautiful. The breakfast delicious. Terrific hosts! A must!!"

Residence William French

10/10 Excellent

"Don’t let the exterior fool you. William’s place was delightful; a boho French Provence vibe ( he’s from Provence)with a beautiful pool and deck. Staff was lovely too. Rooms are quirky and very large. Really enjoyed the space. William offers some great local wines too. You won’t be disappointed."

Magellans Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean"

Cottage with Sea Views

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay with my Mum who flew from Durban and my son and husband from London. We had the most stunning view of Kalk Bay from our veranda. Would highly recommend. "

Other attractions near Boulders Penguin Colony

A beach with penguins and rocky outcrops in the water.

Foxy Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Foxy Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

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A rocky beach with large boulders, clear turquoise water, and a few penguins on the shore.

Boulders Beach

9.2/10 (1,331 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Boulders Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cape Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Water's Edge Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Water's Edge Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

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Seaforth Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seaforth Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

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Simon's Town Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Cape Town at Simon's Town Country Club. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Windmill Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Windmill Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

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Fisherman's Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Fisherman's Beach during your travels in Cape Town? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Warrior Toy Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Warrior Toy Museum during your travels in Cape Town. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Boulders Penguin Colony?

Boulders Penguin Colony is located in Cape Town. Travelers like the surrounding area for its seaside. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 47 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Boulders Penguin Colony?

Adjacent to Boulders Penguin Colony, Boulders Beach Hotel and Restaurant is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free parking and a cafe. Other good choices close by include Penguins View Guesthouse and Simon's Town Quayside Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Boulders Penguin Colony?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Boulders Penguin Colony.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Boulders Penguin Colony, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Boulders Penguin Colony.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Boulders Penguin Colony?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Boulders Penguin Colony, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Boulders Penguin Colony?

Simon's Town Museum, Warrior Toy Museum, and Noorul Islam Heritage Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Boulders Beach, Fish Hoek Beach, and Scarborough Beach. At Kalk Bay Beach, Table Mountain National Park, and Foxy Beach, you can surround yourself with nature.

How can I get to Boulders Penguin Colony?

Head over to Simonstown Station for metro transit. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Boulders Penguin Colony hotels

1. Tintswalo Boulders

2. Residence William French

3. Albatross Guest House

4. Simon's Town Quayside Hotel

5. Magellans Hotel

6. Stunning Boulders Beach house

7. Boulders Beach Hotel and Restaurant

8. Whale View Manor Guesthouse

9. Aqua Terra

10. 1 Mountain Rd Boutique B & B

11. Simon's Town Guest House

12. White Lodge Constantia Guest House

13. Hout Bay Manor

14. Tintswalo Atlantic

15. Hout & About Guest House

16. Last Word Constantia

17. Hout Bay Breeze

18. Steenberg Hotel & Spa

19. St James Guesthouses

20. WINK Eaton Square

Compare popular hotels close to Boulders Penguin Colony

Top Boulders Penguin Colony Hotel Reviews

Simon's Town Quayside Hotel

Penguins View Guesthouse

Mariner Guesthouse

The Grosvenor Guest House

Residence William French

Magellans Hotel

Cottage with Sea Views

Other attractions near Boulders Penguin Colony

Foxy Beach

Boulders Beach

Water's Edge Beach

Seaforth Beach

Simon's Town Country Club

Windmill Beach

Fisherman's Beach

Warrior Toy Museum

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