Where to stay in East London

The Nahoon River in East London. Photo: South African Tourism / flickr

While you won’t find many bright city lights in East London, you will find comfortable accommodation and something for every budget. From camping to relaxed luxury, a good dose of friendly Eastern Cape hospitality is standard.

Beachfront market in East London. Photo: South African Tourism / flickr

Hotels

If on-site amenities and privacy are what you’re looking for when choosing accommodation, then staying at a hotel is your best option. Hotels tend to offer fabulous amenities such as room service, swimming pools, restaurants and bars, gyms and personal concierge services. Here are a few options for hotels in East London:

Quarry Lake Inn

Premier Hotel Regent

Hoylake Inn

Bed & Breakfasts

Bed and breakfast establishments are a popular choice for many when it comes to accommodation. You’re allowed private rooms and ensuite bathrooms and a delicious breakfast in the morning. Some B&B’s even offer hotel amenities like a swimming pool and all-meal food services. Here are some options for Bed & Breakfasts in East London:

Riverview Guesthouse

Reef View Bed & Breakfast

Fish Eagle Manor

Self-catering

Self-catering accommodation is perfect for those who want ultimate freedom and privacy wherever they’re staying. Usually in the form of entire houses, apartments or chalets, self-catering allows you total run of the place, including cooking, cleaning and use of any facilities. These are some options for self-catering accommodation in East London:

Mount Gulu Reserve

MacKenzies Accommodation

Sky Holiday House

Camping

Staying outdoors amongst fauna and flora, under the stars and sky has huge appeal for many – especially in beautiful South Africa! Whether you’re glamping or really want to rough it, camping really allows you to appreciate all that Mother Nature has to offer. Here’s a few options for camping spots in East London:

Nature’s Rest

Yellow Sands Caravan Park

Areena Riverside Resort

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