We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
Charming. Highly elegant. Superb breakfast. Situated in Port Elizabeth, 3.5 km from Walmer Country Club, Nova Boutique Hotel, spa and conference venue features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, free shuttle service and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and barbecue. Guests can make use of a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Nova Boutique Hotel, spa and conference venue the rooms have bed linen and towels. Little Walmer Golf Club is 3.7 km from Nova Boutique Hotel, spa and conference venue, while Port Elizabeth Golf Club is 5.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, 1 km from the hotel.Show full description
One of the most charming, well designed and stylish boutique hotels in Eastern Cape! It also has a highly rated breakfast. WOW!
Delightful property. Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Situated in Loerie, 53 km from Port Elizabeth, Intle Game Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool and views of the sea. Jeffreys Bay is 27 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site. The accommodation is fitted with a cable flat-screen TV. Some units feature a seating area and/or balcony. A minibar is also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Intle Game Lodge features free WiFi . Towels are available. Intle Game Lodge also includes a sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and and fully-serviced dining room. The property also offers packed lunches. Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for horse riding. You can engage in various activities such as game drives, bush picnics, cycling trails, hiking trails, clay pigeon shooting or just relaxing at the rim flow pool. St Francis Bay is 53 km from Intle Game Lodge. Baywest Mall is 40 km away.Show full description
This is the most beautiful luxury hotel in Eastern Cape.
Stylish. Comfortable beds. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in the allure of No5 Boutique Art Hotel by Mantis, where luxury meets artistry in every detail. Situated in Summerstrand, the hotel is a mere 10-minute drive from Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, and a short walk to blue flag beaches, making it ideal for both business and leisure visitors to Gqeberha. The world-class amenities and service at No5 Boutique Art Hotel by Mantis promises an experience that transcends the conventional, making it an oasis of luxury in the heart of Gqeberha. A tribute to beauty, comfort and opulence, this meticulously restored boutique art-deco haven, showcases an array of authentic South African art. Lavishly appointed suites are complimented by a fine dining restaurant, dining cellar, whiskey and cigar lounge, private cinema, boardroom, swimming pool, gym and the rejuvenating TITE Medi Spa by Camelot.Show full description
Charming. Historic. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Offering an outdoor pool, spa and on-site restaurant, Drostdy Hotel is located in the beautiful town of Graaff-Reinet, which features over 220 heritage sites. Each room here will provide you with a flat-screen satellite TV, free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests will also benefit from a Nespresso coffee maker, 24-hour room service and a writing desk. At Drostdy Hotel you will find state of the art gym facilities, a choice of 3 pools in manicured gardens and a restaurant specialising in Karoo lamb & venison. Nestled amongst the Camdeboo National Park, the area offers a variety of sights, including the Valley of Desolation, Nqweba Dam and Cape buffalo.Show full description
Romantic. Unique. Great location. Tenahead Lodge & Spa is perched in the tranquil mountain town of Rhodes, the lodge offers panoramic views of the Drakensberg, Witteberg and Maluti Mountains meet. It provides luxurious rooms that feature open fireplaces. Rooms at Tenahead Lodge & Spa enjoy stylish furnishings and modern decor. Bathrooms feature twin washbasins and a separate claw-foot bath. Panoramic mountain views can be enjoyed from the double-glazed windows. Breakfast is served each morning at Tenahead Lodge. All meals are served in the dining area and there is a well-stocked wine cellar featuring some of South Africa’s best wines. The property is reached via the Naudes Nek mountain pass. Lodge Tenahead features a library boasting over 2000 books and a spa and wellness centre for relaxation and well-being. A range of outdoor activities are also offered including fishing, hiking and horse riding.Show full description
This is likely one of the most UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC boutique hotels in Eastern Cape. It also has a great location and outstanding views.
Hip. Historic property. Great location. Mountain-top resort surrounded by savannah, Zuurberg provides panoramic views of Addo Elephant National Park. It features an outdoor pool and an array of outdoor activities from horse riding to hiking. Rooms at the Zuurberg Mountain Village combine safari-style with classic décor, offering natural furnishings. All rooms include a private patio and a panoramic deck and some have a deluxe bathroom. Guests can enjoy a selection of traditional specialties and some international classics at the restaurant of the hotel. Set within landscaped gardens, Zuurberg Mountain Village hotel also features a children’s playground and a tennis court. Port Elizabeth and the Indian Ocean can be reached in one-hour drive. Free private parking is available on site.Show full description
This might be the coolest and most historic luxury hotel in Eastern Cape.
Situated in Queenstown, 400 metres from Queenstown Golf club, The Gallery features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a children's playground. Longhill Game Reserve is 6.1 km away and Lawrence De Lange Nature Reserve is 8.2 km from the hotel. At the hotel, rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a patio with a mountain view. The Gallery provides some rooms that have a terrace, and the rooms have a kettle. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Queenstown Frontier Museum is 1.8 km from the accommodation, while NG Church Queenstown is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 4 km from The Gallery.Show full description
Cool. Great value. Comfortable beds. Set around an infinity pool, this 5-star hotel is only a 2-minute walk from the beach in Port Elizabeth. Surrounded by an African zen garden, it has a spa with a hot tub and relaxing beauty treatments. Private balconies are featured in all Isango Gate rooms. Each is fitted with a minibar and a private bathroom with a bathtub or shower. Free Wi-Fi is available in the entire hotel. Light snacks and refreshing cocktails can be enjoyed in the Ndlovu Sinazo Bar, which overlooks the pool. The Penda Pendu Restaurant gourmet South African dishes and wine by a gas fireplace. Port Elizabeth Airport is 6.9 km from the Isango.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Great breakfast. Cosy rooms. Quarry Lake Inn is located in an exclusive suburb of East London and overlooks a lake. It offers rooms with balconies or garden access. All its rooms have air conditioning, satellite TV and free wireless internet access Facilities available at Quarry Lake Inn include a swimming pool, sauna and fitness centre. There is a bar available on site and room service is offered. Breakfast can be enjoyed each morning on the wooden deck that overlooks the tranquil lake. East London Airport is 12.3 km away. East London Museum is 1.4 km from the property and Bonza Bay Beach is 16 km away.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Lovely interior design. Located 100 metres from the beaches of Port Elizabeth, Singa Lodge in Summerstrand offers a garden with a swimming pool and a mosaic fountain. All spacious suites come with free WiFi and a separate entrance. The suites also have a luxurious open-plan bathroom with free toiletries and private toilets. Each suite at Singa has a mix of Eastern and African décor, and a private patio overlooking the garden. Breakfast is served daily in the breakfast room with its wooden chairs and large windows. A cocktail bar is also available for late afternoon or evening drinks. The Singa Lodge provides laundry services, dry cleaning and room service. Airport shuttles are available to Port Elizabeth Airport, 7.5 km away. The Boardwalk Casino is 2 km away from the lodge. The 24-hour reception can help arrange ocean activities and wildlife game safaris.Show full description
Offering a barbecue and children's playground, Seals Backpackers is situated in Cape Saint Francis in the Eastern Cape Region, 800 metres from Picnic area. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Every room is equipped with a TV. You will find a coffee machine in the room. There is a tour desk at the property. Irma Booysen Flower Reserve is 900 metres from Seals Backpackers, while Swimming beach is 1.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Port Elizabeth Airport, 76 km from Seals Backpackers.Show full description
Resort.Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Situated 23 km from East London, Areena Riverside Resort offers self-catering accommodations with views of wildlife and the Kwelera River. It features an outdoor pool and a restaurant. All Areena’s rooms and chalets include balconies, well-equipped kitchens and seating areas with TVs. There are private barbecue facilities available in each unit. Fine-quality linen is also provided. Guests can enjoy a meal in the riverside family restaurant, or watch a game on the large screen TV located in the pub. Nearby activates include fishing, hiking and canoeing. The resort’s trained guides can arrange cruises to the river mouth and beach. Boat parking is possible along the jetty. Free public parking is available on site.Show full description
This might be one of the most RELAXING resorts in Eastern Cape.
Situated in Queenstown, 1.5 km from Queenstown Golf club, Queens Casino and Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers nightclub and an ATM. At the hotel rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room includes a kettle, while certain rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also boast mountain views. At Queens Casino and Hotel every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Longhill Game Reserve is 6.4 km from Queens Casino and Hotel, while Lawrence De Lange Nature Reserve is 8.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 3 km from the hotel.Show full description
Newly opened, March 2024. Situated in Mthatha, 4.4 km from Nelson Mandela Museum, Garden Court Mthatha features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All rooms have a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. The nearest airport is Mthatha Airport, 12 km from Garden Court Mthatha.Show full description
Charming. Comfortable beds. Great value.Opened March 2021. Located in Queenstown, 1.7 km from Queenstown Golf club, Luxe-Molen Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Longhill Game Reserve is 5.5 km from Luxe-Molen Boutique Hotel, while Lawrence De Lange Nature Reserve is 7.5 km away. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 3 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Panoramic views of the Indian Ocean await guests in every room of the Premier Hotel East London ICC. Adjacent to the East London International Convention Centre, it is 15 minutes’ drive from the East London Airport. With a stylish décor, all rooms include fitted wardrobes and full-size mirrors. Each comes with satellite TV and a private bathroom. Wi-Fi is available in the entire hotel. Premier Hotel East London ICC features a business centre and board rooms. Other services include a 24-hour reception, laundry and ironing service. The hotel’s Salmon Restaurant offers a varied menu and themed evenings with views of the ocean. For those who prefer to dine in the privacy of their rooms, a 16-hour room service is available. Underground parking can be arranged. The major shopping, entertainment and sporting facilities are 10 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Historic. Great location. Located along the beachfront in Port Elizabeth and with views of the Indian Ocean, The Beach Hotel offers brightly decorated rooms with air conditioning. It features 3 restaurants, a pool and a sun terrace with ocean views. The individually decorated rooms feature heating, a satellite TV and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Each room has a private bathroom and some rooms are sea facing and have a balcony. A buffet breakfast and a dinner menu is served daily in The Crest, dine Al fresco overlooking the Indian Ocean at The Verandah, which serves a choice of cuisines throughout the day. The Ginger Restaurant specialises in steaks and seafood dishes. Guests can sunbathe poolside, relax on the sun terrace and enjoy a variety of cocktails or refreshments from the bar. Local activities include snorkelling, swimming and day trips. Pumba Private Game Reserve is a 1-hour drive away. Port Elizabeth Airport is 5 km away. An airport shuttle service is available upon request.Show full description
Popular among couples.Opened May 2021. Misty Mountain Reserve has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Stormsrivier. 27 km from Bloukrans Bridge and 38 km from Fynbos Golf and Country Estate, the property features a bar and barbecue facilities. Some rooms at the property have a patio with a sea view. At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Rooms have a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while certain rooms are fitted with a kitchenette fitted with a microwave. At Misty Mountain Reserve each room has bed linen and towels. You can play mini-golf at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for fishing. Melkhoutkraal Railway Station is 40 km from the accommodation, while Assegaaibos Railway Station is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay, 70 km from Misty Mountain Reserve, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This is a popular small hotel among couples travelling to Eastern Cape.
Good breakfast. Great location. Popular among women. Offering views of Nelson Mandela Bay and its cliffs, this 4-star hotel features spacious rooms and a plunge pool. The hotel is located opposite Bayworld Oceanarium and offers free parking. Including views of the Atlantic Ocean or cliffs, all modern rooms at The Kelway are furnished in dark wood. The rooms include coffee/tea facilities,satellite TV and air conditioning. Decorated with hand-crafted tables, Kelway's Farranger restaurant serves fusion cuisine and overlooks Algoa Bay. Guests may be lucky and spot dolphins or whales on the adjoining sun deck. Guests can enjoy South African wine in the bar, decorated in a steam-train theme. It has a 9-metre glass wall that offers panoramic views of the bay. The 24-hour reception can book a shuttle service to Port Elizabeth Airport, 5 km away. They can also arrange trips to Addo National Elephant Park, 75 km away. Humewood beach is a 5-minute walk from the property.Show full description
Great value. Good breakfast. Popular among women. Situated on the Kowie River bank in Port Alfred. MyPond features an á la carte restaurant, offering South African cuisine with a contemporary twist. The restaurant overlooks the banks of the river. Decorated in shades of green and orange, each room features a flat-screen satellite TV, and an iPod docking station. Tea-and-coffee-making facilities are available, and each room includes a fridge. Free WiFi is available. For relaxation, guests can enjoy spending time around the plunge pool or walking the along the banks of the Kowie River. The nearest beach is 2 km away, and it only takes a 5-minute drive to the Port Alfred Golf Course. Free parking is available. Both East London and Port Elizabeth are situated within 140 km from the hotel, in opposite directions.Show full description
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