Settled on False Bay near Cape Town in South Africa, Simon's Town (sometimes incorrectly referred to as "Simonstown"), is a naval base and village that offers visitors the choice of many locally operated hotels and unique bed and breakfasts that are nestled along a picturesque and historical mountainous coastline.
Many local activities include visiting museums, national parks, nature reserves, snorkeling, whale watching, boating, shark cage diving and beaches as well as golf courses, shopping malls and local restaurants.
British Hotel provides guests with four deluxe apartments, two loft apartments and a courtyard suite that are set inside a Victorian building dating back to 1871. Each of the uniquely decorated deluxe apartments offer multiple bedrooms, several bathrooms, full kitchen, sitting rooms or lounges and a private balcony. Though the British Hotel is a self-catering hotel that allow guests privacy and apartment-like living, on-site massage services are available. British Hotel is conveniently located near a variety of hiking trails, shopping areas, restaurants and local attractions.
Situated near a large nature reserve and the Hottentots Holland mountains, Rocklands offers five twin suites with access to an outdoor patio that features uninterrupted views of the ocean. Perfect for families or couples on vacation, Rocklands offers guests outdoor sitting areas, manicured gardens, basic business services, laundry and ironing services as well as continental breakfast. From August until October, guests are able to whale watch from the patios or their rooms at Rocklands. Guests are also able to make arrangements for catering services or flowers for special occasions.
Whale View Manor offers guests the choice of ten luxurious, uniquely decorated and themed suites that are equipped with fine linen, LCD television, in-room safe and scenic views. Amenities include multiple leather lounges, a private outdoor courtyard, manicured gardens, tour assistance and transportation, an on-site group restaurant that serves fresh, home-cooked food as well as an on-site spa with extensive services. Whale View Manor caters not only to the business traveler with business services and a fully-equipped conference room, but to wedding parties and celebrations with event planning and catering services.
