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

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a mirror, and a seating area with chairs and a small table.

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.

1. Tintswalo Boulders

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

SIMON

P13,023

P15,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

2. Residence William French

1.2 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Peter

P5,868

P6,748 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A marina with boats, a large ship, and a restaurant named 'HEATHER ART GALL'.

A narrow alley with a variety of plants and flowers, including lavender and pink flowers, along the walls.

A historic hotel with a balcony, multiple flags, and storefronts including a store named "Town Store" and a restaurant named "Central Hotel".

A two-story building with a balcony, labeled "Central Hotel," featuring storefronts on the ground floor.

3. Central Hotel Guest House

Simon's Town, 1.6 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Carole

P5,072

P5,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

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

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

4. Magellans Hotel

Simon's Town, 0.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Barry

P6,546

P7,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

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

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

5. Stunning Boulders Beach house

Simon's Town, 0.3 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

P17,256

P17,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A living room with a sofa, a dining area with a bar, and a kitchen with a view of the sea.

A room with a large window, a desk, a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, a table with glasses and snacks, and a view of the sea.

A beach with large rocks and calm water.

6. The Grosvenor Guest House

Simon's Town, 1 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Mark

P13,039

P13,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A beach with large rocks and clear water.

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

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

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

7. Boulders Beach Hotel and Restaurant

Simon's Town, 0.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Colleen

P2,506

P2,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a view of the ocean through a large window, and a balcony with a railing.

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

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

P7,861

P9,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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 sign reading "AQUA TERRA" above a building entrance, with large aloe plants in front.

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

9. Aqua Terra

Simon's Town, 2.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Alan

P14,918

P17,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

A balcony with a clear view of the ocean and distant mountains.

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

10. 1 Mountain Rd Boutique B & B

5.9 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Michael

P9,760

P9,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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 beach with people walking along the shore and a road running parallel to the beach.

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

P6,100

P6,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A breakfast buffet with pastries, fruits, and flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden table with a chair, and a view of the outdoor area through a doorway.

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

P8,387

P9,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

13. Hout Bay Manor

18.8 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

"From the moment we arrived to the minute we left we felt so looked after. Unfortunately they resold the room we had booked and paid for - and were unable to move us to the correct room, as they were fully booked. However; they did offer us dinner in the hotel restaurant that evening, on them, which was gratefully received - and the food and wine was delicious! We only stayed for one night, but certainly enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and attentive staff. We especially loved that they serve...

Anonymous traveler

P11,278

P12,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

P45,370

P53,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

15. Last Word Constantia

Constantia, 18.4 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Melanie

P9,827

P11,301 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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 dining area with a table set for two, a kitchen area with a refrigerator, and a balcony with a view of mountains and the sea.

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

16. Hout Bay Breeze

Hout Bay, 18.9 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

P5,102

P5,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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 glass-enclosed lobby with a wooden table, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

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

17. Steenberg Hotel & Spa

13.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Claudia

P17,743

P20,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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 large, two-story house with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

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

18. St James Guesthouses

8.3 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

angela

P11,553

P13,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern two-story house with a dock extending into a calm body of water, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a painting of a forest, and a view of a house and water outside.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV. A dining area with a table and chairs is visible through a glass door, overlooking a pool and a residential area.

A nighttime view of a town with a prominent mountain in the background.

19. Marina Views

11.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Jane

P5,295

P5,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A thatched-roof house with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A bedroom with a bed, a white sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a door leading to a balcony.

A thatched-roof structure with a view of a garden with purple flowers and a staircase leading up to it.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a coastal landscape with a view of the sea and a mountain in the distance.

20. Ocean Golf Guest House

13.3 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Jack

P2,984

P3,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Top Boulders Penguin Colony Hotel Reviews

Whale View Manor Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very kind and accommodating. The facility was clean and well kept. The surrounding views of the ocean and beach front were spectacular."

Penguins View Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Great location to the penguins, very accommodating and friendly host. My wife and I have traveled over 50 countries and this guesthouse was one of our favorite place."

Tintswalo Boulders

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location, open and spacious property, friendly helpful staff and great food. Fabulous stay!"

The Grosvenor Guest House

10/10 Excellent

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

Mariner Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Wow, what an amazing place! Two nights simply wasn’t enough! We loved everything about it-so welcoming, friendly & attention to detail was amazing! Thank you so much-it finished off our holiday perfectly. We’d totally recommend the breakfast too-super fresh & tasty. Thank you! :-) "

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."

Central Hotel Guest House

8/10 Good

"Very nice staff, clean and it had a private washing machine (with washing soap) which was great. No safe but they were planning to install them"

Magellans Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean"

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)

Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.

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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.

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 Seaforth 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. Central Hotel Guest House

4. Magellans Hotel

5. Stunning Boulders Beach house

6. The Grosvenor Guest 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. Last Word Constantia

16. Hout Bay Breeze

17. Steenberg Hotel & Spa

18. St James Guesthouses

19. Marina Views

20. Ocean Golf Guest House

Top Boulders Penguin Colony Hotel Reviews

Whale View Manor Guesthouse

Penguins View Guesthouse

Tintswalo Boulders

The Grosvenor Guest House

Mariner Guesthouse

Residence William French

Central Hotel Guest House

Magellans Hotel

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

Frequently asked questions