<h2>Beachfront Location</h2> 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 free WiFi throughout the property. <h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Additional amenities include a hot tub, patio, and outdoor fireplace, ensuring a comfortable stay. <h2>Convenient Facilities</h2> Guests can utilize the lounge, outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available, and nearby attractions include Hobie Beach (12-minute walk) and The Boardwalk (984 feet). <h2>Highly Rated Experience</h2> Guests appreciate the delicious breakfast provided by the property, the nearby shops, and the friendly host. Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport is 3.1 mi away, offering easy access to the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Located in the top-rated area in Port Elizabeth, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Port Elizabeth

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lenka
    Slovakia Slovakia
    We loved it there. Very relaxed place, close to the sea and shopping mall and restaurants. Breakfast was great. Rooms are fine. Hosts very nice.
  • Justin
    Seychelles Seychelles
    It is a nice and cozy place with the most welcoming of hosts. It is quite, private and the breakfast was nice. The location was ideal for my purposes visit in PE. The rooms were clean and fresh.
  • 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.
  • H
    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.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.8Based on 41 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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 info

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.

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

Amenities of Abalone Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/out
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • Safe

    General

    • Electric blankets
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Shallow end
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool cover
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Fenced pool

    Spa

    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Languages Spoken

    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules
    Abalone Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    FAQs about Abalone Guest House