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Magellan's Passage

4.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Boulders Beach

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Indoor pool
Sea Facing | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi
Sea & Mountain Facing | Living area | TV, DVD player
Sea & Mountain Facing | Terrace/patio
Point of interest

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Indoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Beach shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Mountain Facing | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Mountain Facing

Highlights

Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sea & Mountain Facing | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Sea & Mountain Facing

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 75 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sea Facing | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Sea Facing

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Pool Facing suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Pool Facing suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Meryl Road 3, 3, Cape Town, Western Cape (province), 7995

What's nearby

  • Boulders Penguin Colony - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Boulders Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Simon's Town Country Club - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Chapmans Peak - 21 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Scarborough Beach - 28 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 67 min drive
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

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

Magellan's Passage puts you just a 5-minute drive from Boulders Beach. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or aromatherapy. Other highlights include an indoor pool, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English, Xhosa, Zulu

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
  • Express check-in available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Offsite

  • Beach shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2010
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • An indoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Magellan's Passage?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 6 PM.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Magellan's Passage?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at Magellan's Passage and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Magellan's Passage?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Magellan's Passage have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Magellan's Passage like?
Magellan's Passage is a short 16-minute walk from Boulders Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Boulders Penguin Colony.

Magellan's Passage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular ocean ciew
Beautiful high end property however not walking distance to town. Beautiful ocean view
roger, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning property, incredible space and views and helpful staff
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
4-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Michael, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

MICHELLE, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Gary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jenna, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A little piece of heaven
Fantastic hotel, food, staff, views, everything was absolutely perfect. We will definitely be back
Jenny, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super staff
Great views Some of the nicest omelettes we have ever had Staff couldn't have been note helpful Highly recommended
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Tracey, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Peter, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely service food 5*
A lovely relaxing stay with great service and food. Convenient for the cape point and cape of good hope.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing value for luxury
Amazing value and service. Great view, huge rooms, tons of amenities, such as heated bathroom floor and balcony.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Magellan
Excellent!! We were made to feel comfortable and the views are amazing. Have dinner in the hotel.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolute Perfection
Sunday 18 September - Stunning Views. Beautiful Accommodation. Delicious Breakfast. PHENOMENAL STAFF. The perfect stay.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Verified Hotels.com guest review