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Residence William French

Property class: 4

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Located close to Boulders Beach, Residence William French provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is ￥14,217
￥16,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a bench, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Room with Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view, two chairs, a wooden headboard, and a hanging light fixture.

King Room with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King room

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a white sofa, and a turquoise suitcase.

King room

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

View all photos for Deluxe King Suite

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

Deluxe King Suite

  • Sea view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Queen Room with Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a door leading to another room.

Queen Room with Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Simon's Town, a neighborhood in Cape Town, is home to Residence William French. Main Road and Longbeach Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boulders Beach and Table Mountain National Park. 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. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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7975, Western Cape, Cape Town, 44 Dorries Drive Simon S Town

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a city at its base, a coastline, and a sunset.
    Table Mountain National Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A rocky beach with large boulders, clear turquoise water, and a few penguins on the shore.
    Boulders Beach
    3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Fisherman's Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Simon's Town Country Club
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Boulders Penguin Colony
    4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Lekker Kalk Bay
    14 min drive
  • Blue Door Coffee Roasters
    8 min drive
  • Seaforth Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Bhandaris
    11 min drive
  • Olympia Café & Deli
    14 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

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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 self 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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 Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Residence William French on Sep 11, 2026 start from ￥14,217, 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?

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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