Mariner Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star guest house near Boulders Beach

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Executive lounge
Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
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Luxury Studio Suite, Balcony, Sea View | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Free self parking

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
12 Harbour Heights Close, Simon's Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975
  • Boulders Penguin Colony
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Boulders Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Fish Hoek Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • Sea view
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Room (Sail Room, Twin Beds)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Loft

  • Sea view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

Luxury Studio Suite, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Simon's Town stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Simon's Town guesthouse, you'll find Warrior Toy Museum and Noorul Islam Heritage Museum. Table Mountain National Park and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Seaforth Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Boulders Penguin Colony - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Boulders Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Muizenberg Beach - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Simonstown Station - 3 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaforth Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Penguino - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Harbour View Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Blue Door Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Saveur Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Mariner Guesthouse

Family-friendly 4-star guest house near Boulders Beach
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a business center on site.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this guesthouse measures 538 square feet (50 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Mariner Guesthouse. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Mariner Guesthouse was completed in November 2017.

This 4-star Cape Town guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 538 sq ft of conference space
  • 50 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2009
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Mariner Guesthouse offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mariner Guesthouse

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 400.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 400.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 major credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mariner Guesthouse to the airport?

Mariner Guesthouse is 33.5 mi (59-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mariner Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mariner Guesthouse.

How close is Mariner Guesthouse to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 15-minute walk from Seaforth Beach and 1.2 mi (5-min drive) from Boulders Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mariner Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mariner Guesthouse, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 100 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Mariner Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Mariner Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Mariner Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Mariner Guesthouse have a pool?

Mariner Guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Mariner Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Mariner Guesthouse to downtown Cape Town?

Mariner Guesthouse is 19 mi away from Cape Town.

Mariner Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly and a pleasurs to stay at parking is easy and safe. View is exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrisa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

gregg

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Frans

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kyle

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nico

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tahiyya

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect - so grateful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

danie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Ernst

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

Our stay was very pleasant will recommend it

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

dee W

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

Yes

Lovely place to be
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Lakana, New York

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020