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Reviews of Penguins View Guesthouse

1 Bellevue Road Simons Town, 7995 Simonʼs Town, South Africa

#12 of 30 Holiday rentals in Simonʼs Town

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Review score

Based on 182 apartment reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 7 May 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    What an amazing view. So glad we went for the honeymoon suite. What a view. We enjoyed the sunset and the sunrise. Lovely comfortable bed.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2022

    10
    Absolutely mind refreshing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Neet and clean with amazing views.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2022

    10
    Clean apartments near the main beach of the city
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I didn't find any flaws.

    Very clean apartment. The guest house has a swimming pool and barbecue. Near the beach with penguins and the ocean. Great view from the apartment.The apartment has everything you need: an electric kettle, electric stove, microwave, mugs, plates, cutlery, tea, coffee, cookies, refrigerator, shower gel, soap, shampoo, euro plug adapter

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2022

    8.0
    Fantastic view to wake up to and fall asleep to.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Strong smell from the bathroom, unsure if it was cleaning products or the water - wasn't unpleasant as such, but was a strong smell all the same.

    Amazing view! Beautiful room with everything you could think of for cooking too, including a BBQ and all the tools. Aircon is very good and we were text telling us the load shedding times, as well as left with candles and solar powered lamps to help us. Hosts couldn't have been more helpful!

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2022

    10
    Charming and roomy apartment in glorious location overlooking iconic Boulders (penguins) Beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing not to like at all, but some suggestions would be to improve the lighting with more side lamps etc. - the central bulbs are quite bright and glaring but when turned off it was a little too dark. As I say, nothing not to like, just a suggestion, and possibly due only to the fact I am a blind old git.

    What a lovely place! Location close to Boulders Beach was just exceptional. Simons Town is really quaint and I wish we could have explored longer. The apartment itself is spacious and well-equipped. We stayed in the ground floor apartment, which doesn't have uninterrupted views of penguins, but has a nice patio onto the garden and access to the small pool. I am sure our hosts were and are exceptional, but we didn't meet them ... (we are reclusive types when on holiday) - but all our interactions have been really good, and Heather could not have done more to tempt us out of our shells.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2022

    10
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Amazing room with a view overlooking the beautiful Boulders Beach! Heather the property manager/owner was incredibly responsive and made sure everything was great. Loved the close proximity to the penguins and delicious local restaurants.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything... it was one of our honeymoon destinations and we were given a bottle of champain... it was amazing...

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2022

    10
    Our Stay in your Honeymoon suite was phenomenal, they made the room extra special for us.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We were inlove with the view.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location with a beautiful view from our room. Walking distance to wonderful beaches. Well equipped little kitchen with thoughtful extras. Very clean and a comfy king size bed.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2022

    8.0
    Honeymoon night in Feb Simon's Town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The narrow step staircase to access the apartment may be a challenge for some. No fault of the property but the noise from the road in the early parts of the morning was disturbing. Having some rooibos tea as an option with the Ceylon tea and coffee would have been nice.

    The view, the big bed. The willingness of the owners to accommodate us for an early check-in. The owners also went an extra mile to fulfill a special request from a friend who wanted to gift us with flowers. The milk provided for tea and coffee.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2022

    9.0
    Great stay, great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Not much. All was good

    Located very close to the secluded Boulders beach which is a great place to go with kids even if the South Easter wind is blowing as it is sheltered. Nice view Shops etc located a short drive away

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2022

    10
    We enjoyed the peace and quiet. The privacy and security.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing to mention. Everything was perfect. Definitely value for my money. Future bookings yes, yes and yes.

    Waking up to a beautiful view. Location is perfect, golf course straight opporsite the guest house and the best of both worlds, having a pool, and 2 beaches to choose from, walking distance.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2022

    10
    Beautiful apartment in a stunning location. Very accommodating host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing, it was perfect!

    An absolutely beautiful apartment in a stunning location. Heather was very accommodating as a last minute cancellation meant we arrived very early and she was still able to accommodate us. the apartment is beautiful, comfortably furnished and a very short walk from the penguins. ideal for a family or group of friends looking to enjoy an incredible experience. The highlight of our trip!

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2022

    9.0
    Lovely stay at Boulders
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location, view from the balcony and facilities at the guesthouse was great.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is ideal being so close to the beach and the shelf check-in/out was ideal! Super comfortable bed.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2021

    10
    The hostess was really friendly and accomodating. The place was emaculate and private.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Honestly I can't say that there is anything I didn't like.

    The view was amazing. We were lucky enough to have been there during a full moon and the moon glistening on the waves was quite a sight. We had our privacy and everything you need was already provided. It's self catering so obviously all we needed to bring was our food. Overall it was an awesome and relaxing stay. The air-conditioner was a life saver as it was extremely hot over the weekend. I loved it and will be sure to come back again.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic view over Boulders Beach (penguins) and False Bay and ideal to enjoy a stunning sunset from your own room. Perfect to explore the area around Cape of Good Hope. Lovely, well looked after guesthouse!

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2021

    10
    Will definitely go when ever there an opening
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing everything was great

    Everything Acess to pool Location to diving and swimming spots 2 bedrooms Just like home Front garden Sleeper for family movie night

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The view is absolutely stunning. The binoculars in the property was a plus! We also enjoyed having breakfast and a braai on the balcony, which was very convenient and comfortable. The bed was comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There's nothing that I didn't like...

    The view for me was the most exquisite... waking up every morning to the most gorgeous sunrise and watching the sunset...

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2021

    10
    Stunning view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    .

    The view, location and facilities were amazing as well as the very easy self check in and check out.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was clean, we found all what we would need in a house which is very convenient

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2021

    8.0
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The view and the surroundings

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing every thing was perfect.

    Place was super. Very clean love it. And very near to penguins. Walking distance only.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2021

    8.0
    amazing location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    loud workshop noises from an adjacent room interrupted our sleep

    Simon’s Town is a lovely place, and this guest house is convenient to everything - especially penguins!

    Stayed in September 2021

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