Tintswalo Boulders

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Standard Suite
Premier Suite | Living area
Interior entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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7 Gay Road, Simonstown, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7975
  • Boulders Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Fish Hoek Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Muizenberg Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Premier Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

With a stay at Tintswalo Boulders in Cape Town (Simon's Town), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Boulders Beach and 11 minutes from Kalk Bay Harbour. .This spa bed & breakfast is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Fish Hoek Beach and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Kalk Bay Beach.

What's nearby

  • Boulders Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Kalk Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Kalk Bay Harbour - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Muizenberg Beach - 16 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Simonstown Station - 3 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaforth Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Harbourview Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Penguino - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Saveur Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Tintswalo Boulders

Bed & breakfast with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Boulders Beach
Tintswalo Boulders offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the bed & breakfast's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Take advantage of the bed & breakfast's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary English breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 4:00 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 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: ZAR 100 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1385 per vehicle (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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Boulders Boutique Villas B&B
Boulders Boutique Villas Cape Town
Boulders Boutique Villas
At Boulders Boutique Villas
Tintswalo Boulders Cape Town
Tintswalo Boulders Bed & breakfast
Tintswalo at Boulders Boutique Villa
Tintswalo Boulders Bed & breakfast Cape Town

Reviews

Tintswalo Boulders Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful stay at Tintswalo Boulders. Food was amazing, great host and staff. Special attention to detail!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food, staff, room, and location were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want a super special experience in a high quality guest house with your own chef and staff then Tintswalo Boulders is the place to stay. The property overlooks the amazing Penguin Beach which only adds to the unique experience of staying here. We would highly recommend this as a very special 5 star place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, food and location. Staff were friendly and always happy to help and the views were so special. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

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

Waking up with the penguins

Great location, great staff, great room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

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

Warm and memorable stay

We had an amazing stay at this hotel and would really recommend it. The staff, especially Vicky, are warm and welcoming. They went above and beyond with making our stay memorable. My friend had an excellent spa experience and they were very accommodating. Vicky was able to make a special restaurant reservation for us at the last minute which was wonderful. The hotel feels like a guesthouse and the view of the sea and the penguins are incredible. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I attended Mining INDABA 2025, and due to not booking my accommodation on time, I ended up staying in Simon's Town, which is an hr drive from the Conference Centre. Tinswalo is located in a quiet and predominantly white suburb of Cape Town. It offers breathtaking views, and the place is superb. I highly recommend it for couples going on holiday, honeymoon etc. Every day, while eating breakfast, I would overlook the penguins on the shores of the ocean. The staff were helpful and professional. I will definitely return with my wife.... Being a foodie person. i enjoyed every meal. talk of the Rooms clean and everything was flawless.....
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Anniversary stay

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H

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

Amazing stay

Extremely friendly and attentive staff. The food cooked for us was amazing. We loved the views and being able to be around so many penguins on Boulder Beach, right outside our balcony. Exceeds all expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Perfect views of boulders beach

Beautiful B&B right on boulders beach with unobstructed views of the water! The best part of this B&B was the location. Would recommend staying 1 night to wake up early the following day and see the penguins. The staff are very friendly and helpful and property itself is very large and nicely styled.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly and accommodating staff. The view from our balcony was outstanding. The whole property is very comfortably and aesthetically decorated. Meals were excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maury

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

A must stay in Cape Town!

Absolutely incredible stay! My friend and I were traveling for a few weeks and ended our stay here, couldn’t have been a better way to cap off the trip. Service: impeccable. They are accommodating and kind and so helpful. The food was AMAZING and the views were the best (we could see the penguins). I would tell everyone to stay here at least once in their life!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Penguin Sanctuary

This place was amazing. Beautiful accomodations and location. Nestled right above the penguins with comforting rooms and delightful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is so close to the penguins you can hear them from the terraces, such a unique location. The staff were amazing, shout out to Darvey and Kirsty. Nothing was too much trouble, they were attentive and very customer service driven.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay away from the hustle and bustle. Penguins and Wales on the doorstep. Breakfast with a view and the best Eggs Benedict I’ve ever eaten!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic property with caring staff. Comfortable and elegant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location, facilities and hospitality at the Tintswalo! We didn’t realize how close it actually was to the boardwalk and viewing areas for the penguins at Boulders Beach. The views over False Bay were really nice also.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023