The Best Five Star
Hotels in Eastern Cape

Lodge. Luxurious. Great location. Popular among women. Located in Port Alfred, Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve offers a large deck overlooking the Indian Ocean and bush. It features a private beach area, an Africa-shaped swimming pool and free Wi-Fi. Each accommodation at Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve boasts a private deck with ocean and bush views. All are decorated in an African theme and have a lounge and private bathroom with a spa bath. Guests can enjoy a cocktail together with scenic views at the central bar area with its fireplace. There is also a lounge with sofas and chairs, and a restaurant with several dining options. Guests can take a dip in the pool, play billiards or go fishing. There is also a library with books and DVDs, and a curio shop selling jewelry, souvenirs and books. A shuttle service is available to Port Alfred Airport, a 10-minute drive away. The property can also organise beach walks, surfing and game drives. Show full description

Lodge. Highly elegant. Popular among couples. The 5-star Pumba Private Game Reserve lodge has views from a private wooden deck overlooking Lake Kariega or the African bush. Located 20 km from Grahamstown, some chalets include a private plunge pool. All of the air-conditioned chalets have natural wooden or stone features, luxury furnishings and a thatched roof. Pumba Game Reserve includes a swimming pool and a well-equipped gym facility. Guests can also relax at the exclusive spa and wellness centre with sauna. A fireplace, a four-poster bed and a private bathroom are common in all very spacious interiors. A hearty buffet breakfast is served daily on the terrace and light lunches are available in the afternoon. The à la carte restaurant has gourmet cuisine and a bar/lounge area has an extensive wine selection. The lodge provides many opportunities for viewing the Big 5 and you can also organize a 4WD Safari tour. Port Elizabeth Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away. Show full description

Country House. Delightful property. Great value. Woodall Country House & Spa is a 5-star property offering luxury accommodation and gourmet cuisine in a peaceful location. The guesthouse is close to Addo Elephant Park and Shamwari Game Reserve. This boutique hotel has just 11 guest rooms, all of which have a private veranda overlooking the pretty gardens. All of the rooms also boast a private outdoor shower. Breakfast is served buffet-style each morning. Lunches can be enjoyed poolside or on the sun deck and dinner is available in the thatched dining room that overlooks the water. Guests at Woodall Country House can arrange game drives and bird-watching locally. Other leisure facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, gym and spa. Show full description

Lodge. Luxurious. Great interior design. Situated in the Amakhala Game Reserve, Bukela Game Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and panoramic views of the African bush. The air-conditioned suites include African-style décor, a fireplace and a private deck with outdoor seating. They also come with an outdoor shower. Bukela Lodge offers all-inclusive dining, and guests can enjoy drinks at the onsite bar. The lodge also offers wildlife viewing opportunities, and 2 game drives per day are included in the rates. The Addo Elephant Park is located 55 km away and Grahamstown is 60 km away. Port Elizabeth Airport in Forest Hill is 90 km away. Show full description

Lodge. Popular among women. The Prana Lodge is a luxury hotel situated within the Wild Coast forest of the Eastern Cape. It offers spacious air-conditioned suites, with seating areas, patios and free Wi-Fi. The bathrooms have luxury amenities and the beds are extra long. Each suite has a DVD player and satellite TV. Prana Lodge is located in Chinsta Bay and is 42 km from East London. The beach is a 6-minute walk away. The restaurant serves African, Asian and French cuisine. The chef can prepare designer meals upon request. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Lovely property. Great views. 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

Boutique hotel. Unique. Lovely interior design. 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

Luxury Tent. Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Gorah Elephant Camp is situated in the malaria-free Addo Elephant National Park. It features a spacious swimming pool and an open patio offering views of the water hole. Each tented luxury suite has a private deck with panoramic views and plush interiors. Free Wi-Fi is available. It comes equipped with tea-and-coffee-making facilities and the en suite bathroom has a shower with free toiletries. Meals are served in the dining room at the colonial Gorah House and in an enclosed outdoor area around the fire, where guests can enjoy a gourmet barbecue and African cuisine. High tea is served every afternoon. For relaxation, guests can lounge around the swimming pool, or enjoy the game viewing activities such as game drives and nature walks at the lodge. Grahamstown and it’s more than 70 declared National Heritage sites is located 103 km away and Port Elizabeth is 105 km from the property. Show full description

Lodge. Romantic. Great location. Located on a private concession within the malaria free Addo Elephant National Park, River Bend Lodge offers luxury accommodation, spa facilities and private game drives. Free WiFi is available. The 5-star, spacious and elegantly decorated suites offer a private patio with views of the surrounding landscapes and animals. All have air conditioning, a ceiling fan, flat-screen TV, coffee machine and a bathroom with separate bath and shower and complimentary toiletries The Silver Thorns Restaurant at the main lodge serves contemporary and culinary cuisine. Room service and special diet menus can be requested. Drinks and snacks can be enjoyed at the bar. The lodge also hosts regular wine tasting and food pairing. The spa offers a variety of massages and beauty treatments. Other facilities at River Bend Lodge include a shared lounge, a library, 3 outdoor pools with sun loungers, a games room and a kids' club. Guests can go on private game drives and guided walks. Other activities in the area include horse riding and bird watching. The lodge is 76 km from Port Elizabeth Airport. Show full description

Country House. Cool. Cosy rooms. Africanos Country Estate is located in Addo, within 15 km from the popular Addo Elephant National Park. The country house features an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant and terrace. The onsite restaurant boasts a sushi bar. The modern rooms come fitted with air conditioning, a sofa and flat-screen satellite TV. Extras featured in the rooms include a laptop safe, desk and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The private bathrooms come with a bath and shower. At Africanos Country Estate the restaurant offers an à la carte menu and breakfast is served daily. Other facilities include a children’s playground, and free WiFi is available in all areas. Nanaga Farmstall is 30 km from the property. The Port Elizabeth International Airport is 1 hours’ drive away and the Shamwari Private Game Reserve is 65 km away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Historic property. Great breakfast. 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

Lodge. Set between 2 streams in a lush bush land, this 5-star lodge is located within the Lalibela Game Reserve. It offers secluded suites with private heated plunge pools and terraces. The stone and thatch suites at Lalibela Game Reserve - Kichaka Lodge are equipped with air conditioning, fully-stocked minibars and free Wi-Fi. Included in the rates are 2 game drives per night stayed, all meals and drinks. Visitors can choose between indoor and outdoor dining areas or just relax by the pool with their favourite drink. Kichaka Game Lodge is located just over 1-hour drive from Port Elizabeth Airport. The centre of Grahamstown is 35 km away. Airport transfers can be booked at an additional cost. Show full description

Lodge. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Situated on a secluded eco-reserve, Hitgeheim Country Lodge is an owner-managed lodge offering daily open safari vehicle drives into the Addo Elephant National Park where guests may experience viewing a variety of animal and elephants. The luxurious thatched rooms feature air conditioning and a seating area. Offering a balcony or patio with a view, each room includes a minibar and complimentary toiletries. Hitgeheim serves an English breakfast daily and the dining area serves traditional South African cuisine including venison dishes,BBQ's as well as gourmet set-menus with a selection of wines on the terrace overlooking the surrounding countryside. The lodge boasts an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace offering panoramic views across the valley. They can also arrange safaris to nearby game reserves like Schotia. Port Elizabeth Airport is 1 hours’ drive away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Trendy. 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

Boutique hotel. Hip. 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