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Magellan's Passage

4.0 star property
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Indoor pool
Sea Facing
Sea & Mountain Facing | Living area
Sea & Mountain Facing | Terrace/patio
Point of interest

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Meryl Road 3, 3, Cape Town, Western Cape (province), 7995
  • Table Mountain National Park
    1 min walk
  • Boulders Penguin Colony
    11 min walk
  • Boulders Beach
    16 min walk
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    67 min drive

Room options

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Mountain Facing

Mountain Facing

  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sea & Mountain Facing

Sea & Mountain Facing

  • 75 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sea Facing

Sea Facing

  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Pool Facing suite

Pool Facing suite

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

With a stay at Magellan's Passage in Cape Town (Simon's Town), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Boulders Beach and 13 minutes from Longbeach Mall. .This hotel is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Scarborough Beach and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Cape Point Vineyards.

What's nearby

  • Boulders Beach - 16 min walk
  • Simon's Town Country Club - 17 min walk
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 20 min drive
  • Kalk Bay Beach - 27 min drive
  • Noordhoek Beach - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Simonstown Station - 8 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaforth Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Penguino - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Harbour View Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Door Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Saveur Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Magellan's Passage

Hotel with free breakfast, near Boulders Beach
Magellan's Passage offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This Cape Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring DVD players. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the beach shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Magellan's Passage has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa services

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body treatments
  • Facials
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage - Thai
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • In-room massage
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 4:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 6 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Magellan's Passage Cape Town
Magellan's Passage House
Magellan's Passage House Cape Town
Magellan's Passage Guesthouse Cape Town
Magellan's Passage Guesthouse
Magellan's Passage Hotel
Magellan's Passage Cape Town
Magellan's Passage Hotel Cape Town

Magellan's Passage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 98 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spectacular ocean ciew
Beautiful high end property however not walking distance to town. Beautiful ocean view
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property, incredible space and views and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful guesthouse, amazing views, comfy room and nice staff, one thing I did not realize the hotel is on a pretty steep hill so be ready to be out of breath when you walk down to the main road, the penguins are a short walk and the town is nice but busy during holiday season.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We truly enjoyed our stay at Magellan's Passage. The room was very comfortable and had a balcony with a beautiful view of the bay. We enjoyed being close enough to town to dine at the restaurants and go kayaking with the penguins (as well as visit the penguin colony) but far enough up the hillside to enjoy quietness. We both had a massage through the spa there (across the street) and it was truly one of the best massages we've had in a long time. Darwin and his staff are amazing. We'll definitely stay again when we get back to Simonstown!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Kincardine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
EXCELLENT HOTEL IN SIMONS TOWN
This is a modern hotel with a small number of rooms. It is on a steep hill which gives great views. Our room was fantastic. A nice bedroom, with a large, well appointed modern bathroom. But then there was a spiral staircase to our lounge. The lounge had views to the mountain at the back but the view over the bay to the front was exceptional. After we had visited the local penguin colony (a must do in Simons Town) all we wanted to do was to relax in our sitting room and enjoy the view. The furniture and fittings in the room(s) were very tasteful, and the staff could not have been more helpful with our luggage, providing directions and generally making us feel welcomed. The breakfast was excellent, served in the dining room with all glass walls with a view over the bay. The hotel provides a dinner service if booked in advance. We are glad we took up this option. We had a lovely meal with great wine. We were the only guests who had booked dinner that night and it was like having a meal prepared by your own private chef. Six out of five stars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Pleasantly surprised
Stunning views , a great bedroom ( I think we were upgraded because it was quiet season) , very good value for money. The room we got was very comfortable, spacious with spectacular views. The house and area is safe ( security even at the bottom of the road). The manager is a great people person. He makes you feel very welcome and it’s home from home. I will definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jenna, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was pleasantly surprised from the condition of the property to the staff who managed Magellan! I am an extensive traveler and this is by far one of the best properties I have come across and if I ever return to Cape Town, I will seek out Magellan's Passage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fantastic stay. Hotel staff are very friendly and helpful. James organized a day outing for me. It was a perfect end to my trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with incredible views
The location is great with amazing views. Near many activities and restaurants. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast, comfortable bed, and plenty of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Bhanhan

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

10/10 Excellent

Jenny, oxford uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little piece of heaven
Fantastic hotel, food, staff, views, everything was absolutely perfect. We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super staff
Great views Some of the nicest omelettes we have ever had Staff couldn't have been note helpful Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous place! Book a sea view.
This is a fabulous place. I stayed in a huge room with a large balcony with gorgeous water views. The whole inn is lovely, and the staff is super accommodating and so nice. I would surely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Arvada, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxury accommodations in Simon's Town
Luxury accommodations in Simon's Town, South Africa, on False Bay and about an hour's drive south of Cape Town. Fantastic views of bay and surrounding mountains from our balcony. Easy and fascinating drive to Cape of Good Hope and other beach towns on the Cape Peninsula. Quite, spacious, very comfortable room. Staff were very friendly, attentive, courteous, prompt, helpful, and informative. Good restaurants in Simon's Town, but upon request Magellans Passage will also prepare a customized dinner that is excellent. Spent five nights there and highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lynn, Essex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel beautiful views
If you don't like walking up hills take an uber! Hotel is set high up with a remarkable view. Excellent service from Darwin and his team especially James who couldn't do enough for us. 5*food, spacious accommodation, impeccably clean and stylish. Only a few rooms so very exclusive. We stayed 3 nights, could've stayed another week. Handy location for the penguins and the Cape. Thankyou for a memorable stay!

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely service food 5*
A lovely relaxing stay with great service and food. Convenient for the cape point and cape of good hope.

10/10 Excellent

Jim, Portland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet hotel with great views of the bay.
This is a very nice, quiet, layback hotel. While the rooms are very comfortable, the staff really sets this place apart. They make you feel like you are the most important person to them. They were more than happy to fulfill any request we had. They even provided suggestions on driving routes & things to see. This hotel was the perfect place to wrap up our trip to Africa.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing value for luxury
Amazing value and service. Great view, huge rooms, tons of amenities, such as heated bathroom floor and balcony.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magellan
Excellent!! We were made to feel comfortable and the views are amazing. Have dinner in the hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Radhika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolute Perfection
Sunday 18 September - Stunning Views. Beautiful Accommodation. Delicious Breakfast. PHENOMENAL STAFF. The perfect stay.

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect weekend getaway
Long weekend during business trip. Perfect place to relax and close to all amenities/ local restaurants/ lots to do in Simon's Town if you can bear to tear yourself away from the large, stylish and very comfortable suites with amazing views. Immaculate home from home, exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, no detail left to chance. Experienced chef should you wish to dine in with notice. Will definitely return if there is opportunity to do so.