Reviews of Boulders Beach Hotel, Cafe and Curio shop
14 Secluse Avenue, Boulders, 7975 Simonʼs Town, South Africa
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Reviewed: September 11, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: September 10, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe location was incredible. We had a penguin road block on the way to dinner.
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Reviewed: September 5, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The room was clean and such an amazing place to rest. The muscles were the highlight of the entire trip. I absolutely loved our stay. Thank you very much!
Reviewed: September 5, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: September 2, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewSo welcoming and comfortable. Love the proximity to the ocean. Amazing people that work at the hotel. Nothing is too much trouble. A very special place.
Reviewed: September 1, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 28, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 28, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewAlthough my partner & I were only there for the evening as we had to leave quite early for work the next day, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The room was incredibly spacious & felt like a home away from home.
Unfortunately the hot water in the shower seemed to run out quite quickly. I tried to keep the hot water running the next morning to ensure that it started heating up however it just didn’t…the water was just lukewarm. I’m sure in summertime this isn’t an issue however since it’s quite cold during winter it wasn’t the best experience. This is however the only thing that I felt wasn’t to my satisfaction.
Reviewed: August 28, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewStaff was extremely friendly and helpful. Rooms were beautiful and clean
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Reviewed: August 25, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 24, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFood was good and staff were fruendly
The furniture in the lounge was broken The bathroom needs to be refurbished. There is a big gap on the top of the door, between the door and frame. Had to close it with a towel
Reviewed: August 20, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 20, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 19, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewYou are just in the middle of the Penguin area, even seeing some coming around the hotel on the evening. Amazing experience, especially for the kids. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The hotel is cosy.
Simon’s town was less safe than expected.
Reviewed: August 19, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery close to Penguin beach. We could also meet penguins just in front of the facility at night and early morning. Enough equipments are equipped.
Reviewed: August 16, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 14, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 14, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 13, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewOn the beach. Excellent, we could hear the penguins.
Very small room
Reviewed: August 12, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation. Calm energy. Staff all help each other and get on with each other. SA is beautiful when this happens. Lovit
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Reviewed: August 12, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewOur stay at Boulders Beach Hotel was truly amazing! The rooms were comfortable and beautifully maintained, and the staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. The highlight was definitely the proximity to the adorable penguins at Boulders Beach—just a short walk away! Waking up to the sound of the ocean and watching penguins waddle along the shore made this a truly unforgettable experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique and memorable getaway!
Reviewed: August 12, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLovely old building, very clean with lots of characters and a beautiful warm fireplace in the lounge
Reviewed: August 11, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 10, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 10, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBest location. Beautiful place.
The shower needs an upgrade. The electrical wires and multi plugs are a serious fire risk. (Old and taped up wires). The steps to our room was like climbing a ladder. Very hard to get luggage up and down and a big safety risk.