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Residence William French

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
King Room with Sea View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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44 Dorries Drive Simon S Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Boulders Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View

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

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King Room with Sea View

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

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King room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

King room

  • Sea view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe King Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe King Suite

  • Sea view
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Queen Room with Garden View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Room with Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Simon's Town, Residence William French is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Table Mountain National Park and Fisherman's Beach. This 5-room, 4-star guesthouse has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fisherman's Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Simon's Town Country Club - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Boulders Beach - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Boulders Penguin Colony - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Door Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boulders Beach Lodge & Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Harbourview Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seaforth Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Penguino - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Residence William French

At Residence William French, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 600 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach guesthouse include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Espresso makers, safes, and free toiletries are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 15 and younger (only guests older than 15 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 600 per person (one-way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Residence William French?

This guesthouse is situated in Simon's Town within a 10-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park and Fisherman's Beach. You'll also find Boulders Beach and Simon's Town Country Club within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Residence William French?

As of Jun 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Residence William French on Jun 19, 2026 start from $66, including 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 there parking available at Residence William French?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Residence William French feature a casino on the premises?

No, Residence William French doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Residence William French?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

What do couples enjoy most about Residence William French?

There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a chef service and in-room massages in each accommodation, and some feature sea view.

Does Residence William French have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Residence William French feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Residence William French offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Residence William French allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Residence William French.

Does Residence William French have connecting rooms available?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Residence William French?

The closest major airport to Residence William French is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is about 18.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Residence William French?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a furnished patio and a balcony where guests can enjoy sea and mountain views.

Residence William French Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superbly stylish accommodation. Unbelievable views! A gem of a place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing food, service and view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely view, safe and wonderful breakfast. William was a great host!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heaven!

Absolutely exquisite! Every detail is divine. The breakfast is of the highest quality. Unlike any other place I’ve stayed. William, Kate and the staff make you feel at home and that home is elegant and cozy. And the view is everything. Perfect location in between Cape Point and Muizenberg beach. A few minutes drive from Boulders beach. Highly recommend Residence William French!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay at William French - lovely interior, loveley view and the best service! Looking forward to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easily one of the best places we have ever stayed. Wonderful sceneries, friendly staff, excellent location. Outstanding breakfast and freshly cooked evening meal if you ask for it beforehand. Very spacious rooms and it is certainly home from home. It is an excellent base for the gateway to Cape Point, Boulder Bay and Chapman’s Peak. Car is essential for easy travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible view and home

William and his crew were very welcoming and we loved the dogs! The driveway is a bit steep and there is no signage, so we were kind of confused when we first pulled in but the directions were on point. Beautiful home and view. We left before breakfast but were given delicious croissants to take with us. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience on all levels

Fantastic stay. Watched whales from the deck playing in the ocean. Only 10 minutts walk to the pingvins. Tips. Attend the sosial dinner with the other guest. Great food and great company.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Residence William French greatly exceeded our expectations! We made our booking there due to its close proximity to the Cape of Good Hope and Boulder’s Beach, excited about hiking and penguins. It turns out our experience at Residence William French rivaled our experiences at the Cape and with the penguins; it was fantastic! The residence is located in a quiet neighborhood, perched on a hillside with a stunning view of False Bay. The property is impeccably decorated, comfortable, and welcoming. Our dinner and breakfast there were beautifully and thoughtfully prepared, and delicious, on par with the best meals we’ve had in Cape Town. William is the perfect host. We were sad to leave, wishing we’d booked more nights there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Owner does not allow late check in. We were charged for dinner despite cancellation ahead of time. Single entrance for all guests shered by owner. No private entrance. There are no penguins on the beach next to this residence. It is over 5 km drive from there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is without question the best B&B we’ve rented. 1) Location: we woke up every morning to the sight of the infinity pool overlooking the ocean, as the water glistened under the rising sun. 2) Service: they were attentive, caring, and their response time was speedy. You felt like you had gone home to visit your favorite relatives. The best part about the service was the tiny fur babies that greeted us on arrival and checked on us every morning. 3) Cleanliness and decor: this is the first time I’ve stayed at a B&B and did not feel the need to sanitize the entire flat before getting settled in. The decor screamed ‘glamorously comfortable’. Old world met new world in proportions that were just right enough to make the room a statement piece of its own, fit for a showcased home. 4) Food: thanks to them, I think I’m carrying around an extra 4 pounds. Little homemade pastries, freshly made, always seemed to find their way into our room, hands, and mouths. The breakfast spread was irresistible. On our last day William made Mona, a Spanish bread traditionally served during Easter, that was his grandmother’s culinary treasure. Not only was it delicious, but knowing that we got to enjoy a piece of his family history was priceless. Thank you for an amazing ‘Cape-cation’. We will always stay here whenever we visit Cape Town.
Yea time is sacred, and they honored that….
The decor….the ambiance…..
The view overlooking the ocean was nothing short of breathtaking….
One of the many delicious pastries made for us during our stay….
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wat een fantastische plek!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber, sehr saubere, grosszügige, moderne und geschmackvoll eingerichtete Zimmer mit tollem Blich vom Hang auf das Meer. Sehr gutes WLAN, tolles Frühstück mit viel selber gebackenem. Die Unterkunft ist absolut zu empfehlen und in den top 3 der tollen Unterkünfte, die wir auf unserer 1-monatigen Reise durch Südafrika besucht haben. Die letzten 10m der Zufahrt zum Haus sind sehr steil (herausfordernd) aber machbar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fridolin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitiv eine 11 von 10! Atemberaubendes Haus, tolle Gastgeber und hervorragende Lage - paradiesisch!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

amazing view

Super,super,super , obsługa, śniadanie ,basen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is heaven. William has made this a slice of paradise in every way, from the details of the amenities with luxurious finishes, to his amazing cooking, and overall being an excellent host. We left our last night in Cape Town open and while traveling were told about this property by another couple. They were oozing about how wonderful this place was. We were able to book and were not disappointed. We only stayed for one night, but we will be back for an extended trip. This place cannot be described with only words. It's just magnificent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceeding all expectations

From the first moment at welcome to an emotional farewell after a week we felt like part of the William’s Family. We couldn’t wish more from this gorgeous place - from the breathtaking location on the hill with the spectacular view over False Bay to the uniquely decorated rooms, the infinity-pool and last but not least - the delicious breakfasts and dinners - everything made with love from scratch. Janine, William, Florence and the other members of the ”family”, you all made us really feel at home. We have travelled a lot, but never experienced such a fantastic hostess ship and a guest house offering nothing but the best. If you plan to go to Simon’s Town, you can’t miss this heavenly place or Williams gourmet dinners. We can strongly recommend this guest house
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delightful

Absolutely delightful stay with William in his beautiful home. His attention to detail and enthusiasm is second to none
Breakfast platter - also delicious fruit salad, granola and yogurt then croissant, bread and selection of home made jams. Scrummy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wonderlust0628

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this property was beautiful and romantic. The views are stunning. The property is beautifully maintained. The staff think of every detail and THE FOOD! The included breakfast is delicious. If you have a chance to have William cook, take it! It will be fantastic. We haven’t stopped talking about this place since we left.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top Anlage, super Gastgeber Hier gibt es nichts zu beanstanden. Nur zu empfehlen
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Azadeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bästa hotellet vi bott på!

Fantasktiskt hotell! Bästa utsikt service frukost och middagar William lagade till oss! Älskade vårt rum! Tusen Tack för all service och vänlighet! Personalen var så hjälpsamma och otroligt snälla. Bästa hotell nånsin!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Een top accommodatie! William en zijn personeel doen hun best om het zo thuis mogelijk voor je te maken. Mooie, ruime, nette kamers, heerlijk zwembad, nogmaals een geweldige service! Een ontbijt waar je u tegen zegt! En van woensdag tot zondag serveren ze ook diner, wat een absolute aanrader is!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hébergement au top !

Tout était parfait ! Rien à redire ! Nous avons même etait surclassé ! La chambre décorée avec beaucoup de goût, spacieuses, propre et le lit trés confortable ! Une super vue! Le petit-déjeuner délicieux ! Et l'hôte au petit soins ! Je recommande cet hébergement sans hésitation !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

AuroreV

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property overlooking the ocean. Janice was amazing organizing our dinner before our arrival and Grete was an fantastic host taking really good care of us. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay, incredible views, highly recommend.

Incredible, photo's don't do it justice, amazing hospitality, breakfast was amazing! Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019