Title: Residence William French - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Residence William French Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Boulders Beach ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/599bd33c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![King Room with Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/4e6e3f72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/92b4de0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/b338fa8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/41c0cb87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Residence William French, a short walk from Boulders Beach in Simon's Town, offers guests a complimentary continental breakfast on the sunny terrace each morning. Relax on loungers by the pool in the afternoon and use the property's WiFi to plan your next South African adventure. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Room service - Pool - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 22 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=18303008&PinnedHotelID=18303008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=18303008&PinnedHotelID=18303008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 23 - Nov. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=18303008&PinnedHotelID=18303008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=18303008&PinnedHotelID=18303008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=18303008&PinnedHotelID=18303008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=18303008&PinnedHotelID=18303008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=18303008&PinnedHotelID=18303008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=18303008&PinnedHotelID=18303008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/63c30bfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Queen Room with Sea View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Dining table Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Bathrobes Private bathroom - 430 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![King Room with Sea View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/74ca267d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room with Sea View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Dining table Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Electric kettle - 376 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![King room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/f7fb472a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Dining table Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Electric kettle - 376 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Deluxe King Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/4286f294.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe King Suite ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Dining table Flat-screen TV - 592 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Queen Room with Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18303100/18303008/823f1414.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Room with Garden View 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Dining table Flat-screen TV - 391 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Residence-William-French.h18303008.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Residence-William-French.h18303008.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.20555%2C18.45441&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ebNeIXZ3rdVOVH5uP2yhEykcsMY=) 44 Dorries Drive Simon S Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975 #### What's nearby - Fisherman's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Simon's Town Country Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Boulders Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Foxy Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Boulders Penguin Colony - 18 min walk - 1.6 km #### Getting around - Simonstown Station - 5 min drive - Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 64 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Seaforth Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Dixie's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Boulders Beach Lodge & Restaurant - ‬18 min walk - ‪Harbourview Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Cafe Penguino - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Residence William French Upscale guesthouse near Boulders Beach At Residence William French, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and concierge services - Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi and safes, as well as dining tables and sound-insulated walls. 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24-hour pool access - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Spa - In-room massages ### Accessibility - No elevator - Smooth flooring in room ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Chef service - Dining table - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Room service ### More - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 15 are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 600 per person (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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 credit cards 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 24-hour pool access Children 15 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Residence William French Guesthouse Cape Town Residence William French Guesthouse Residence William French Cape Town Residence William French Guest House Cape Town Resince William French Cape T William French Cape Town Residence William French Cape Town Residence William French Guesthouse Residence William French Guesthouse Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Residence William French have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day. ### How much does it cost to stay at Residence William French? > As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Residence William French on Nov 25, 2025 start from CA $204.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Residence-William-French.h18303008.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Residence William French pet-friendly? > Yes, Residence William French allows pets (limit 1 total). ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Residence William French? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Residence William French? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Does Residence William French provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 600 per person applies. ### Where is Residence William French located? > Located in Simon's Town, this beach guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Table Mountain National Park and Boulders Beach. Fisherman's Beach and Simon's Town Country Club are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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