Title: Penguinden Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=910&destination=Cape+Town%2C+Western+Cape%2C+South+Africa&selected=27012964&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Penguinden A peaceful coastal retreat where guests soak in the spa tub with ocean views, grill under the stars, and experience genuine hospitality in Simon's Town ## Photo gallery for Penguinden ![View from room - Penguinden (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27020000/27013000/27012964/202d6a79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Penguinden (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27020000/27013000/27012964/4076637d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Penguinden (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27020000/27013000/27012964/ab14c630.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Penguinden (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27020000/27013000/27012964/1d6d3ee0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Penguinden (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27020000/27013000/27012964/f780a978.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Penguinden Guesthouse offers a relaxing escape with a spa tub and free WiFi. Enjoy fresh air on the garden terrace, cook local specialties with the BBQ facilities, and let the multilingual staff arrange tours to explore charming Simon's Town. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=27012964&PinnedHotelID=27012964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=27012964&PinnedHotelID=27012964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=27012964&PinnedHotelID=27012964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=27012964&PinnedHotelID=27012964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=27012964&PinnedHotelID=27012964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=27012964&PinnedHotelID=27012964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=27012964&PinnedHotelID=27012964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=27012964&PinnedHotelID=27012964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Royal Suite ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27020000/27013000/27012964/783c7396.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Royal Suite - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Penguinden.h27012964.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Penguinden.h27012964.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located near the beach, Penguinden is in Simon's Town, a neighbourhood in Cape Town. South African Naval Museum and Scratch Patch Mineral World and Cave Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Road and Longbeach Mall. Casa Labia Cultural Centre and Learn 2 Surf Cape Town are also worth visiting. Windsurfing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. [Visit our Cape Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town.dx6046820) [View more Guest houses in Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Guest-Houses.d6046820-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.20759%2C18.45578&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=myOMPofYAkStHd9zHl-Ouq1e_Oc=) 57 Dorries Drive, Simon's Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975 ### What's nearby - ![Table Mountain National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/910/a3a7d12c-3673-4b65-af05-0314ae614c6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Table Mountain National Park 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Boulders Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066759/84f64800-da9f-4376-8264-3275d0c0fbd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Boulders Beach 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Fisherman's Beach 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Simon's Town Country Club 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Boulders Penguin Colony 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Simonstown Station 10 min drive - Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) 65 min drive ### Restaurants - Boulders Beach Lodge & Restaurant 3 min drive - Dixie's 8 min drive - Blue Door Coffee Roasters 8 min drive - Seaforth Restaurant 3 min drive - Harbourview Restaurant 5 min drive ## About this property ### Penguinden Guest house near Boulders Beach A terrace, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Penguinden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Barbecues, smoke-free property and luggage storage - Multilingual staff, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe Room features All guest rooms at Penguinden have comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Things to do - Hot tub ### Family friendly - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### More - Air conditioning - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe - Washing machine ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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 Access code, host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Penguinden Cape Town Penguinden Cape Town Penguinden Guesthouse Penguinden Guesthouse Cape Town Penguinden Cape Town Penguinden Guesthouse Penguinden Guesthouse Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Penguinden pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Penguinden? ### What time is check-in at Penguinden? ### What time is check-out at Penguinden? ### Where is Penguinden located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Penguinden Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie-Lee 1 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Couples getaway We enjoyed ourselves, the sea view is beautiful and nice and private Just abit windy for us so we didn't use the hot tub ##### Jamie-Lee Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Martin 24 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Overnight stay We just stayed the night, but really enjoyed our stay. The views and the jacuzzi was the highlight of our stay. John is a very friendly host ##### Martin Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emeka 31 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful Unforgettable sight, amazing view. ##### Emeka Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ここはいい。オーナーのホスピタリティがいい。バスタブがでかい。バルコニーからの眺望がいい。バルコニーでタバコが吸える。静か。オススメのレストランもまとめて用意してある。リビングが素敵。他にお客様がいない場合、もはや5星のスイートルーム並にでかい。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 11 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Zero complaints Nice rooms and the guy there was friendly and helpful... if we find yourselves in the area again we will be staying here again 😊 ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Detlef 5 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Detlef Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019 ---