Abalone Guest House

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

About this property

Beachfront Location: Abalone Guest House in Port Elizabeth offers direct beachfront access, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Guests can relax by the outdoor swimming pool or enjoy the serene beach views. Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, equipped with modern amenities such as free WiFi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Additional facilities include a hot tub, patio, and outdoor fireplace. Convenient Services: Private check-in and check-out, a paid shuttle service, and free on-site parking ensure a hassle-free stay. Housekeeping, a lounge, and barbecue facilities enhance guest comfort. Nearby Attractions: Hobie Beach is a 12-minute walk away, while The Boardwalk lies 300 metres from the property. Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport is 5 km distant. Highly rated for its breakfast, nearby shops, and attentive host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Port Elizabeth, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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2 single beds
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good location and very comfortable bed, secure parking”
Ros
New Zealand New Zealand
“Beautiful layout, great location, made us feel welcome!”
Claudia
Austria Austria
“A very nice B&B! The owners even had breakfast ready for us half an hour earlier as we needed to go to the airport!”
Ntengento
South Africa South Africa
“Hospitality was great. The Area is peaceful. Breakfast was very good. The Communication was great.”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location by the shops and beach. Nice facilities. Friendly hosts”
Emma
Switzerland Switzerland
“Glynn & Christine were wonderfully accommodating, organising an airport shuttle for me and allowing me to leave my baggage in the lounge for a few hours after checkout. The room was large and comfortable, breakfast was good. Would definitely...”
Gerhard
South Africa South Africa
“The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was great. The owners are friendly and accommodating. It was a pleasurable stay.”
Hlanga
South Africa South Africa
“The place is beautiful and the rooms are spacious. The breakfast is amazing. The staff is friendly and generous with great hospitality. The rooms are very spacious.”
Andy
South Africa South Africa
“The hosts really know their story. Abalone is a home away from home. We received a very warm welcome on arrival, the breakfast was absolutely delicious and the cupcakes takes the cup. We highly recommend it & will definitely go back without a doubt.”
Vanessa
South Africa South Africa
“I loved the hospitality of the host and hostess. They were very accommodating and helpful. They made us feel right at home.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.5Based on 39 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Christine and Glynn, the founders and managers of Abalone Guest House since it opened its doors in 2001, will be your host during your stay. Glynn is a keen golfer and loves a quick chit chat. Christine has a green finger and this is evident in her beautiful, flourishing garden.

Property information

Abalone Guest House will soon become your home away from home! All our guests are welcomed with a warm smile by their host Christine and Glynn. Situated in Summerstrand, Abalone Guest House is walking distance from our beautiful blue flagged beaches and the ever popular Boardwalk Entertainment Center. Your accommodation is of the best quality, with a range of amenities provided to ensure your time with us is as comfortable as imaginable. Beautiful gardens on your bedroom door step, along side a sparkling blue pool ensure your breakfast is served in a relaxing setting. All parking is safe and secure to aid in our guests peace of mind. Regardless of the purpose of your visit to the friendly city of Port Elizabeth, we are certain that we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Abalone Guest House in the near future.

Neighbourhood information

Summerstrand is the place to be when staying in the friendly city of Port Elizabeth. The blue flagged beaches, and the ever popular Boardwalk entertainment center is with in walking distance of Abalone Guest House. The Eastern Cape has the reputation for being the adventure province of South Africa. For an authentic wildlife South African experience, Addo Elephant Park or Kragga Kamma Game Reserve is a must see. Surfing enthusiasts are encouraged to make the drive down to Jeffreys Bay to experience its legendary waves. Lady Slipper mountain and Groendal Nature Reserve is perfect for the individual who enjoys hiking. Golf lovers will be pleased to know that Humewood Links Golf club is just but a few minutes away from our property.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.