Residence William French
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Residence William French

44 Dorries Drive, Cape Town, Western Cape 7975, South Africa
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With a stay at Residence William French in Cape Town (Simon's Town), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Boulders Beach and Table Mountain National Park. This beach guesthouse is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Cape of Good Hope and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Fisherman's Beach.Show More
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4.8/5Amazing·Cleanliness: 4.8
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Amenities
Golf CourseOutdoor swimming poolDivingSnorkelingHorse RidingHikingPublic ParkingFreePriority airport pick-upLuggage StoragePriority airport drop-off
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Surroundings
Airport: Cape Town International Airport
(52.5 km)
Landmarks: Frank's Beach
(310m)
Landmarks: Fisherman's Beach
(340m)
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Queen Room with Garden View
9

Queen Room with Garden View

1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private toilet
Conditioner
Shampoo
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King Room with Sea View
8

King Room with Sea View

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
TV
Ocean view
Private toilet
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King Room
4

King Room

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
TV
Ocean view
Private toilet
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Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View
5

Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View

1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Ocean view
Shampoo
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Deluxe King Suite
7

Deluxe King Suite

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
TV
Ocean view
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4.8/5
Amazing
41 review
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  • Cleanliness4.8
  • Amenities4.8
  • Location4.8
  • Service4.8
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
October 19, 2024
Residence William French Guest House was pleasant and enjoyable stay. Very polite and friendly staff and we absolutely enjoyed the home made varieties of home made jams and cereals! Very good and healthy!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
October 18, 2024
This place was an excellent stay, our best in South Africa. William and Primrose are excellent, hard-working hosts and the dogs are lovely! To anyone visiting the area, I highly recommend this residence. Furthermore, I recommend the dinner and breakfast as well. They are great cooks.
d‍r‍l‍b‍o‍t
October 7, 2024
Our stay was wonderful! The breakfast was amazing & the staff super friendly and kind! The view is amazing!
k‍a‍n‍c‍a‍t‍h
October 2, 2024
What was there not to like? The food and service were excellent. Have dinner in!!! Eclectically decorations. Exquisite view of False Bay. Extremely well-located as a base to visit penguins, see Cape Point and get to Miller's Point/Windmill Beach for a plunge or snorkel. If in season, you may be seeing whales!
B‍r‍e‍n‍t‍ ‍D
September 24, 2024
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 in the park 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.
A‍l‍e‍x‍K‍t‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍s
September 16, 2024
Great experience staying at William’s lovely house. Very comfortable, great food, and very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely views too!
T‍u‍i‍9‍0‍0
May 12, 2024
Highly recommended. Very welcoming. Rooms spotless. Food was really 5 star. Very convenient for the Cape of Good Hope and for exploring the Cape Penninsula. Slightly quirky (another name for 'character') - I like that! You come here as a stranger and leave as a friend. If you regret staying here, you're certifiably crazy.
O‍n‍A‍i‍r‍5‍7‍5‍2‍7‍1‍4‍1‍7‍3‍2
April 19, 2024
Myself and my husband won a voucher for a 2 night luxury stay at the guest house and decided to go and enjoy our anniversary, upon our arrival we were welcomed by the very friendly staff, because the owner was not available yet and we only met with him later the afternoon. The staff member showed us around and intreduced us to our room were she showed us how everything works like the tv, air-conditioning, etc. We were so relax and felt welcomed. When the owner arrived the afternoon we intreduced ourselfs and then went on back to our room to relax some more. It was starting to get a bit cold later the afternoon and my husband turn on the air-conditioning for me to warm the room a little. The owner then came to the front of the sliding door to tell us "one thing", the air-conditioning cannot be on because it uses alot of electricity but we can do it at our house. We felt so shocked at what he had just said that we decided we are going to pack our things and leave the guest house and go back home. I have never ever come across a guest house that treat there guests like that. And if I could give a recommidation rather put up a notice or even mention it in a email or message to the guests that the air-conditioning cannot be used due to electricity which if expensive. But never ever approach a guest like that. A guest house not recommended by me.
P‍1‍2‍R‍R‍Y
April 15, 2024
From the moment you arrive William and his staff make you feel at home. All of the rooms in the property are very spacious and beautifully decorated we were very lucky and upgraded on our last night to the honeymoon suite which is out of this world. As we arrived after a long day we took William's gracious invitation and stayed in for dinner which I can only describe as a private dining experience never to be forgotten. We had breads and dips for starters all homemade followed by line caught fish then desert. William also has a very good selection of wines to choose from at very reasonable prices. The following morning we had fresh brewed coffee and tea before a large selection of breakfast items. We spent the day exploring the Cape and on our return opted again to stay in and eat with another fantastic meal share with other guests. I cannot recommend Residence William French highly enough. From location as the nearest for the Cape to being next to Boulders Bay for the penguins. Exquisite rooms and fine dining. Thank you so much William and ladies.

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–18:00
Check-out: 07:00–11:00

Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–17:00

The property will provide check-in details after booking

If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance

Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.

Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
TypeWestern, Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Halal, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleBuffet
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

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Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 5
With a stay at Residence William French in Cape Town (Simon's Town), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Boulders Beach and Table Mountain National Park. This beach guesthouse is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Cape of Good Hope and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Fisherman's Beach.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.

Take advantage of the guesthouse's room service. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 11 AM.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Prices at Residence William French are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

What is the closest airport to Residence William French?

The closest airport is Cape Town International Airport. It is 52.5 km from the hotel and approximately a 61 minutes journey by taxi.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Residence William French?

The check-in time is after 14:00 and the check-out time is before 11:00.

Does Residence William French provide airport transfer services?

Yes, Residence William French provides airport transfer services.

Does Residence William French have a swimming pool?

Yes, Residence William French has a pool. Pool type: Outdoor Swimming Pool.

Does Residence William French have fitness amenities?

No, Residence William French doesn't have fitness amenities.

Does Residence William French provide Wi-Fi?

Yes, the hotel provides Wi-Fi.

Does Residence William French have non-smoking rooms?

Yes, Residence William French has non-smoking rooms. Please view the hotel listing for details.

Does Residence William French provide breakfast?

Yes, Residence William French provides breakfast.

Does Residence William French have a restaurant?

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

About This Property

Nearest AirportCape Town International Airport
Distance to Airport52.48KM
Average Price FromSGD236
Hotel Star Rating4