Simon's Town Backpackers Review

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Simon's Town Backpackers

  • Address: 66 St. George's St., Simon's Town, 7975
  • Phone: 021/786-1964
  • www.capepax.co.za

Fodor's Review:

Don't expect designer linen or glam furnishings at this backpackers' lodge. It's simple, cheap, cheerful, and spotlessly clean, and offers fantastic views from the upstairs balcony. Simon's Town is a great place to station yourself. It's only 45 minutes by car from Cape Town, it's on the railway line, and it's within walking distance of Boulders Beach and the penguin colony. You can also choose from plenty of nearby restaurants, serving everything from sushi to Nepalese fare. The historic building has been many things in its lifetime, including a brothel. A TV is available in the communal lounge.

  • Hotel Details: 6 rooms, 4 dormitories
  • In-room: no phone, no TV.
  • In-hotel: bar, laundry service, Internet terminal, bicycles.
  • Credit Cards: No credit cards
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