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Magellan's Passage

4.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Boulders Beach

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Sea Facing | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi
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Sea & Mountain Facing | Living area | TV, DVD player
Sea & Mountain Facing | Terrace/patio
Near Scarborough Beach, Magellan's Passage offers an upscale retreat with a full breakfast and soothing spa services. Enjoy hiking or biking excursions, unwind in the garden or by the indoor pool, and stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Guests have praised this property for its unique blend of natural beauty and luxurious amenities.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • 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 (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Mountain Facing

Highlights

Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sea & Mountain Facing

Highlights

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

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Sea Facing

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 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
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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 Beach - 16 min walk
  • Simon's Town Country Club - 17 min walk
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 20 min drive
  • Chapmans Peak - 21 min drive
  • Kalk Bay Beach - 27 min drive

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

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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: 7 PM
    • Express check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

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

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
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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 hot 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 13 minutes' walk from Foxy Beach.

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Magellan's Passage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Hôtel fermé!!
Cet hôtel est fermé!! Nous nous sommes retrouvés à la rue à 21h sans savoir où aller!
Andy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular ocean ciew
Beautiful high end property however not walking distance to town. Beautiful ocean view
roger, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning property, incredible space and views and helpful staff
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning view
Nice place, stunning view over False Bay. Very clean. Good service.
Jan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rent och fräscht rum med sköna sängar. Dock var poolen full med skräp och inte alls inbjudande, det tyckte vi var tråkigt eftersom vi hade sett fram emot att använda den. Frukosten var standard, inget utöver det vanliga. Upplevde att vi inte fick valuta för pengarna. Nästa gång väljer vi nog att sova i Kalk Bay som låg i närheten då det kändes som en mer levande stad och hade mer utbud av restauranger.
Alexandra, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Got a 30m2 room instead of booked 75m2 duplex. No compensation. I honestly got a feeling that once too much the same excuse of a supposed leak was used not to rent out the reserved room (see previous reviews). Room itself is nice and well appointed, nice bathroom. Got a stained pillow. Secondary Building is noisy as room doors are super thin, and Front door of building is not suitable for the strong winds that are common here, creating a continuous blowing noise like a vacuum cleaner. Although not advertised, the neglected pool offers a sad sight... Early checkout time:10h00.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Freundliche Personal. Sehr sauber. Eine ruhige und schöne Lage. Nur weiter zu empfehlen
Vi, 17-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pinguine
Ganz oben am Hang gelegen. Große Zimmer mit teilweise Blick aufs Meer. Nähe zu den Pinguinen.
Katrin, 1-night trip

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

4/10 Fair

Weird and uncomfortable experience
For us, our stay was a complete miss.... when we arrived around 2 PM for checking in, the front door was locked and a note on the door mentioned that the owner was out for max 30 minutes. Unfortunately he did not show up at all that day... a guy showed up and let us in and gave us our room keys, but had no clue about further details and neither about customer service. I tried to get in touch with the owner since I knew he had made a restaurant reservation for us on that day - unfortunately, I tried via telephone (he left his mobile phone number on the door), via mail, via text but no reply from him.... we ended up calling several restaurants ourselves (choices are limited on 26 December) and finally found a restaurant open and with a tabel available. The next morning, during breakfast, I saw a person who I assumed was the owner and that proved to be true later on... Unfortunately, all he did was trying to avoid us and not talking to us - we did not get a welcome, neither an apology... As a result, we truly felt uncomfortable throughout our stay. What a disappointment !
Bart, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Choice and lovely room
very good location, very nice host and pretty room. We really love the balcony which can enjoy the sea view there. The breakfast is good. We definitely will recommend to others.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ruhige Lage am Hang mit tollem Blick über die Bucht. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.
4-night trip

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 trip

10/10 Exceptional

absolut empfehlenswert
Modernes stylisches Gästehaus, sehr sauber, sichere Gegend, etwas abgelegen am Berg, nur gut mit dem Auto zu erreichen, gutes Frühstück, absolut empfehlenswert!
Oliver, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rom with a view!
Vi valde att bo med utsikt eftersom vi hade bil att ta oss runt med. Tjusigt rum med havsutsikt! Kommer gärna tillbaka!😊
Lena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Genialer Blick über False Bay Super chices, geräumiges Bad! Äußert zuvorkommende Begrüßung und Service!
Jutta, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

MICHELLE, 2-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

CHRISTOPHE, 2-night trip

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 trip

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