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Mariner Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with bar/lounge, near Boulders Beach

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Perched on the picturesque coast of Simon's Town, Mariner Guesthouse offers a haven for families. Enjoy golfing on the 9-hole course, unwind in the garden or library, and connect with free WiFi. Guests appreciate the friendly staff and love exploring Boulders Beach.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • In-room childcare
  • Business center
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Why we love this property

Breakfast and bar options
Morning starts with the guesthouse's full breakfast. When evening arrives, the bar becomes the perfect spot for unwinding with drinks.
Rest in style
Egyptian cotton sheets paired with premium and hypo-allergenic bedding ensure dreamy slumber. Individual decor and blackout drapes enhance this unique retreat.
Work and play paradise
Business center with in-room computers and concierge services available. Nearby golf includes an adjacent 9-hole course for after-work play.

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Room (Sail Room, Twin Beds)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View (Sail Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View (Sail Room)

  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Family Loft

  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Studio Suite, Balcony, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Studio Suite, Balcony, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
12 Harbour Heights Close, Simon's Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975

What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaforth Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Boulders Penguin Colony - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Boulders Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Simon's Town Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 59 min drive
  • Simonstown Station - 26 min walk
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Boulders Beach Lodge & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Door Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Galley Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Harbourview Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Mariner Guesthouse

Mariner Guesthouse puts you just a 5-minute drive from Boulders Beach. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include dryers and refrigerators.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Toys
  • Children's books

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (538 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Dryer

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Dining table
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 190 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 100
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 100 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 400.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Mariner Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mariner Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Mariner Guesthouse?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Mariner Guesthouse?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mariner Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 100 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Mariner Guesthouse and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

What's the area around Mariner Guesthouse like?

Mariner Guesthouse is a short 1-minute walk from Table Mountain National Park and 13 minutes' walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas.

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Reviews

Mariner Guesthouse Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, superb, and delicious with made-to-order options and fresh food. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic views, great breakfast.
Katherine, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in a good location
Mohammed, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Pleasant little guesthouse with friendly staff. High standard of rooms and good breakfast. Located high on a hill, so quite an exercise to get up after a visit to the seaside, but no problem for reasonably trained people.
Svein, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

everything was perfect. also breakfast was superb.
seoktae, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Location overviewing the sea was fantastic. It wasn’t far to walk down to the village and if you are to tired to walk up just call Tom that became our driver and guide. Breakfast was a delight with warm food of your choice. If we should have anything to complaint over it was the dust under the beds. We did miss AC but we knew that before booking.
Carina, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Mariner’s room had an incredible view over Simon’s Town harbor, was extra comfortable and clean. The breakfast was very good and the location is away from traffic while 2 minutes drive to the waterfront and restaurants. Just mind the stairs to access the rooms, not for everyone.
Giorgio Bernardo, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, friendly and a pleasurs to stay at parking is easy and safe. View is exceptional.
Kurt, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with superb service

Beautiful hotel overlooking the port and water. Close to Boulders Beach. Owner was delightful and helpful, as was all staff
Julie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and beautiful location in Simons Town.

We enjoyed 2 good nights and days at Mariner Guesthouse in Simons Town. Thanks a lot Mendy for assisting us changing to another room with a King Size bed instead and still with a beautiful view over Simons Bay.
Bjarne, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beautiful View

The view from our room was amazing, and definitely the highlight. The complimentary breakfast was also quite tasty, and included made-to-order options.
Kyle, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A choice location and super room with the view! Best part... the staff including Kandy who helped me with food delivery and other...
MARK, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was my third stay at the Mariner's Guesthouse, and I would not stay anywhere else. The accommodations are top shelf, the staff is more than helpful and quite gregarious. They attend to every need with exceptional service and kindness. Not one complaint! By the way, Mandy who oversees the property, would be a blessing to any hospitality property! Wonderful person.
ROBIN, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and great views at this charming little place. Excellent breakfast, and well positioned for those who enjoy a good walk to get either to town (with dining/shopping options) or the Boulders penguin colony. If you're driving, there is a rather steep ascent to get to the parking area, and if you have mobility issues, be aware that there are lots of stairs within the property. All in all, very welcoming, though! Hospitality was top notch and our little one adored the staff.
Katrisa, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our time here and liked the property and the staff at the guesthouse, Mandy especially looked after us very well, the guesthouse is walking distance to boulders beach and Simons town centre, which suited us as we didn’t have a car. A local car company booked for us, over-charged us for our onward journey, this was very annoying … be careful !
Sandra, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Superb Value with bonusses!

Very comfortable with attentive service and brilliant view over the harbour and bay. Nice bonus to have a balcony with a view as well. Parking was conveniently on-site and even though on the street, it never felt unsafe. Breakfast was great - never oily and very tasteful, the home-baked muffins superb. Both the manageress and the hard-working chef/waiter/duty manager/cleaner are worth a mention. He seems to be an extraordinary asset to the establishment and I'm embarrassed that I now cannot remember his name. A clean and superb property.
Nico, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This beautifuly presented Guesthouse is perfectly situated by the mountains overlooking the beautiful SimonsTown harbour and False Bay. With free parking I was greeted at the property by the lovely manager and staff memebers who are so friendly, never stopped smiling and couldn't do enough for me. I was lucky enough to stay in Room 2, stunning presented with a 4 poster bed and balcony. The views are incredible, especially for sunrise! The all inclusive breakfast caters for all and is served in the dining and lounge area again with stunning views over the town. During my stay upon recommendation from the Manager, i visited Boulders beach to see the penguins, some museums and the lighthouse cafe for lucnh to name a few. For me this was the perfect setting for my short stay in SimonsTown and will be the first place I look to book upon returning to this wonderful part of South Africa. Thank you so much for looking after me for my visit. Its somewhere i look back very fondly on for my holiday in South Africa 2025. The best wishes for the future. Ian from the UK ❤️
Ian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wir sind 3 Personen aus einem Reisebüro und sind dankbar im Nariner Guesthouse gewesen zu sein! Brilliantes Personal!! Sehr gerne wieder!
Birthe, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect - so grateful!
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great service, facilities & views. Loved my stay!

I loved my stay! Wish it was longer. Friendly and helpful staff. Spacious and comfortable room. Good quality bed - loved the decor (light and fresh, not too cluttered). My room had an air-conditioner, but it wasn't hot, so I didn't end up using it. Beautiful view of the harbour and close to Boulders beach and penguins.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Yes

Lovely place to be
dee W, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you... and stay healthy i'll be back...

Absolutely friendly and nice guesthouse. Geographically well located for all excursions. Breakfast very good. I'll be back ... hope to see you soon ... best regards
Good Morning South Africa…. Photo from the balcony
Jeannette Christiane, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr persönlicher Service

Sehr individueller Service und gemütlich eingerichtetes Gästehaus am Hang über der Marinebasis. Der Pinguinstrand und verschiedene Restaurants in Fußreichweite.
Ben, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Uns hat die große Gastfreundlichkeit gefallen, das behagliche Ambiente, der ausgesprochen gute und freundliche Service, der schöne Ausblick auf die False Bay, die Nähe zum "Bolders Beach" (Pinguine) und zum Cape Point (und Kap der guten Hoffnung) Man sollte allerdings wissen, dass durch die Hanglage Treppenstufen innerhalb und außerhalb des Hauses ohne Aufzug zu bewältigen sind.
M.-E., 8-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning. Modern and fresh, plenty of sunlight. Fantastic reception, prompt, kind. Room is lovely, over looking the sea. Lay in bed and watch the sunset over the harbor. I can see whales from bed! Impressed with all the bathroom toiletries available. In the common room we shared a bottle of wine that was available in the honesty bar on a lovely patio. There is a telescope to see the creatures closer. Everything is perfect. Clean sheets. Snacks in room
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I thought the property was very beautiful and the staff was incredibly helpful. My only thing is was my room. There were a bunch of ants crawling on the floor near my bed. It made me feel that cleaning didn’t do a good enough job. When I told the staff they were eager to clean it up.
Lakana, 1-night trip