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

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

S$365

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a coffee table, and a framed picture on the wall.

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.

2. Albatross Guest House

Simon's Town, 1.9 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Sara

S$140

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A beach with large rocks and clear water.

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

A neatly made bed with white linens and a blue throw, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, wicker chairs, and a view of greenery through the window.

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

3. Boulders Beach Hotel and Restaurant

Simon's Town, 0.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Colleen

S$96

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A waterfront hotel with multiple dining areas, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of the water.

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

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

S$139

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

A beach with large boulders and a line of penguins on the sand.

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

5. Central Hotel Guest House

Simon's Town, 1.6 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Carole

S$109

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

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

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

A bar area with a view of the sea, a variety of bottles and glasses, and a seating area with bar stools.

6. Magellans Hotel

Simon's Town, 0.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Barry

S$155

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

7. Stunning Boulders Beach house

Simon's Town, 0.3 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

S$335

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A beach with large rocks and a clear blue sky.

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

8. Whale View Manor Guesthouse

Simon's Town, 1.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Michael

S$195

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

9. Aqua Terra

Simon's Town, 2.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Alan

S$331

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

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

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

10. 1 Mountain Rd Boutique B & B

5.9 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Michael

S$200

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

11. Simon's Town Guest House

4.1 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Nelda

S$125

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

S$186

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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 traveller

S$256

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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.

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

14. Tintswalo Atlantic

Hout Bay, 16.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Angel H

S$1,153

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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.

15. Last Word Constantia

Constantia, 18.4 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Melanie

S$228

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

A pool area with tiled seating and a view of mountains.

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

16. Hout & About Guest House

Hout Bay, 19.7 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Fulvia

S$125

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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.

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.

17. Steenberg Hotel & Spa

13.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Claudia

S$537

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

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

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.

18. Hout Bay Breeze

Hout Bay, 18.9 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Aurélie

S$90

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

19. St James Guesthouses

8.3 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

angela

S$273

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A modern house with a large deck overlooking a river, surrounded by other houses.

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

20. Marina Views

11.5 km from Boulders Penguin Colony

Jane

S$102

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Boulders Penguin Colony

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Tintswalo Boulders	10.0 Exceptional 67 reviews	View
Albatross Guest House	9.4 Exceptional 34 reviews	View
Boulders Beach Hotel and Restaurant	9.2 Wonderful 104 reviews	View
Simon's Town Quayside Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 343 reviews	View
Central Hotel Guest House	9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews	View

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 care-free 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 studying the exhibits at Warrior Toy Museum during your trip to 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. Travellers like the surrounding area for its seaside. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 47 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place 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 traveller data, and this guest house offers free parking and a coffee shop. Other good options close by include Penguins View Guesthouse and Simon's Town Quayside Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Boulders Penguin Colony?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodation options 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 that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to 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 transport. If you'd like to venture around the area nearby, 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. Albatross Guest House

3. Boulders Beach Hotel and Restaurant

4. Simon's Town Quayside Hotel

5. Central Hotel Guest House

6. Magellans Hotel

7. Stunning Boulders Beach house

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 & About Guest House

17. Steenberg Hotel & Spa

18. Hout Bay Breeze

19. St James Guesthouses

20. Marina Views

Compare popular hotels close to Boulders Penguin Colony

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