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A Boat House

Hire with Snorkelling

4 stars

25 Dolphin Way, Simonskloof, 7975 Cape Town, Western Cape

+27 217 861 372
9,4
Wonderful

based on 1 161 reviews

R2 371
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R2 371
Queen room
R2 592
Superior room
R3 159

About A Boat House, Cape Town

Cleanliness
9,7
Comfort
9,6
Location
9,5
Services
9,4
Staff
9,8
Value for money
9,2
Situated above historical Simon's Town with extensive views along False Bay, this guest house offers elegantly decorated rooms with balconies and free Wi-Fi. It features a indoor, solar-heated pool. A Boat House has spacious, luxuriously decorated rooms in a nautical theme with soft blue-and-white tones. Each room has a private entrance, a microwave and a tea/coffee maker. All rooms have a balcony where you can enjoy amazing sea views A full English breakfast is available daily. Guests can visit Stellenbosch and Paarl for wine tasting on famous wine estates. Constantia Wine Route is a 25-minute drive away. Located only 5 minutes away from the famous Boulders Beach, the hotel is the ideal place to watch the penguins or the whales play in the bay. You can also choose from a variety of activities, including boat trips, fishing, and scuba diving in Simon's Town. Boulders Beach is 6 km, while Cape Town is 22 km away. A car rental service and free private parking are also available on site.

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Rooms

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Queen room
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bed type unknown
Standard Room
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Superior room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Guest house Amenities & Facilities

  • Snorkelling
  • Indoor pool
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
  • Pool table

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Sofa
  • Landmark view
  • Lockers
  • City view
  • Storage available

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Pool

  • Indoor pool
  • Pool towels

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews

9,4
WonderfulBased on 1 161 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Very friendly staff and hosts. (in 93 reviews)
  • Located a short but steep walk from the harbour and local restaurants. (in 3 reviews)
  • The warm welcome and friendly staff. (in 7 reviews)
Cons -
  • Ours was a bit dated. (in 3 reviews)
  • There was absolutely nothing to dislike (in 10 reviews)


A Boat House room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:30

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does A Boat House compare to other 4-star hotels in Cape Town?

    There is a R1 185/night difference in the average price of 4-star hotels in Cape Town (R2 779/night) and the average nightly rate at A Boat House (R1 594/night).

  • How far is A Boat House from Cape Town Intl?

    There are 29,2 km between Cape Town Intl and A Boat House. The drive to and from the airport should be about 54min, depending on traffic. Take into account high traffic times, especially near more metropolitan areas.

  • What is the best way to get to A Boat House from Cape Town Intl?

    If you intend to hire a car to travel from Cape Town Intl to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that A Boat House offers parking on site. Car hire in the area typically go for R257/day for a base model hire. A very popular option for travellers staying at A Boat House would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Cape Town Intl directly to the hotel.

  • Are there food options at A Boat House?

    One of the easiest dining options for Cape Town guests staying in A Boat House is to order room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does A Boat House have a pool?

    Yes, A Boat House has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • How close is A Boat House to Cape Town city centre?

    Getting to Cape Town city centre should be easy enough, as it is just 29,8 km away from A Boat House. In Cape Town city centre you will find District Six Museum, along with many other popular sights and things to do.

  • What is the phone number for A Boat House?

    For assistance from an employee at A Boat House please call +27 217 861 372.

  • Does A Boat House have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, A Boat House has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for A Boat House?

    You can plan to arrive after 14:00 for checking in. Check-out time is 10:30. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at A Boat House?

    The cheapest deals found start from only R1 422 per night. The average rate for rooms at A Boat House is currently around R2 398/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.

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