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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
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Beach/ocean view
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Interior entrance
Residence William French, a short walk from Boulders Beach in Simon's Town, offers guests a complimentary continental breakfast on the sunny terrace each morning. Relax on loungers by the pool in the afternoon and use the property's WiFi to plan your next South African adventure.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is P5,288
P6,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20

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1 bedroom, 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
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Room with Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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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1 bedroom, 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
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, 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
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Simon's Town, a neighborhood in Cape Town, is home to Residence William French. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Boulders Beach and Cape of Good Hope. South African Naval Museum and Scratch Patch Mineral World and Cave Golf are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
44 Dorries Drive Simon S Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975

What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boulders Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Foxy Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Muizenberg Beach - 18 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaforth Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harbourview Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Penguino - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Saveur Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's - ‬8 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 along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, 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

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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 within 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
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
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 Sep 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Residence William French on Oct 19, 2025 start from P 5,288.2, excluding 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?

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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