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57 Dorries Drive, Froggy Farm, 7975 Simonʼs Town, South Africa

#14 of 21 B&Bs and inns in Simonʼs Town

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Review Score

Based on 184 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: May 7, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    absolutely first class accommodation

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The fact that the TV does not have anything to watch,other than that its awesome

    I like everything,the view,the space the jacuzzi,the host was very friendly,the space was clean and had everything you needed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing Views!!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    10
    It’s the place if you go for penguin viewing with quality of stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The view from my room. The bathrooms were so clean, kitchen, dining room and sitting room were so spacious. The location is perfect for penguin viewing and easy to find! John was so friendly and helpful :)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    10
    Penguinden
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Apartment was very well furnished. Great location, just outside of town but close enough for access to all the attractions. Breakfast was very good. Excellent value for money. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    John is a very nice host and the view from the balcony is stunning...

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 9, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely views, lovely staff. Room was small but comfy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Its just a bedroom in a house, I expected more of a hotel vibe.

    View was amazing.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: January 22, 2024

    10
    Lovely short stay while visiting the penguins.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms were comfortable.. amazing views from all parts of the property. Lovely jacuzzi to relax in with a view.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 20, 2024

    10
    Gorgeous ocean view, comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Beautiful view and beautiful location. Comfortable bed and very friendly people.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2024

    8.0
    Couple stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The jacuzzi was nice. The location is beautiful, extremely peaceful. John, the host was amazing.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2024

    10
    Awesome Stay..
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Linen and Towels.

    Host Location Facilities

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 20, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Sea view and mountain it was amazing me and my wife enjoyed and the hosts welcomed us.

    It was in a good location sea view mountain view the beaches are very close

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 7, 2023

    8.0
    Place is ver spacious
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Needs proper curtains for privacy

    The location

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 6, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Royal Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Wonderful place with stunning views from the room and balcony (Royal Suite). Comunal area with big kitchen and Lounge/table as well as another big balcony you share with the other room. John is a great host. Near to the Penguins (by car is advisable, about 5 Min. drive). Place to recommend whenever you go to Simon's Town :-).

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: December 6, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    Everything was up to expectations.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2023

    10
    Any time again! Thanks!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host John is such a lovely person. The view was stunning and it was very safe and calm. The bed was super cosy and the shared living room was huge and beautiful.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 21, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place is peaceful and the view is amazing.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Perfect location for seeing the penguins and visiting Cape Point. Wonderful views. Lovely hot tub. Sparking clean rooms including large communal area with full kitchen and balcony with sun beds.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2023

    9.0
    Gorgeous views, quiet and relaxing, friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Property is a little removed from "downtown" Simon's Town, best if you have a vehicle.

    Gorgeous views, some of the best in Simon's Town and the design of the building allows you to fully enjoy them.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    10
    Value for money, great location and highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not applicable.

    The guest house has the most beautiful views of the ocean from the bedroom as well as the sitting and dining room. Beautiful mountain views from the kitchen. The facilities are top notch and the hot tub(jacuzzi) is a bonus. Our host John was very friendly and helpful and catered to our every need. Thank you for a very memorable stay.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    10
    Peaceful, beautiful, no load shedding :)
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Gorgeous view, homey, host was kind and efficient, peaceful. Got my work done with no interruptions from load shedding

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 16, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing not to like. Suggestion: The decor and paintwork is a bit dated. It would be nice to have glass panels instead of a wall on the balcony (even just the end section) so you can see the view when seated.

    The view was amazing. The stay very relaxing. John was an exceptional host. The hot tub was great.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 16, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    John the host is lovely. He even got us a pint of milk in so we could have tea and coffee in the morning.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice room with a stunning view. 5 min drive to boulders beach and the penguins.

    Stayed in October 2023

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