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The Hillcrest Guesthouse

Eastern Cape-Port Elizabeth · South Africa

67 Hillcrest Drive, Beacon BayView location

10.0/10Excellent15 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service10.0/1010.0
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.6/109.6
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About The Hillcrest Guesthouse

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.

A complimentary English breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Featured amenities include multilingual staff and a water dispenser. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Bonza Bay Beach - 2. 7 km / 1. 7 mi- Beacon Bay Crossing - 4. 4 km / 2. 8 mi- Nahoon Beach - 7. 5 km / 4. 6 mi- Eastern Beach - 7.

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8 km / 4. 8 mi- Ann Bryant Art Gallery - 8 km / 4. 9 mi- East London Museum - 8. 1 km / 5 mi- Jan Smuts Stadium East London - 8. 4 km / 5. 2 mi- The Cenotaph - 8. 6 km / 5.

3 mi- King's Mall - 9 km / 5. 6 mi- Gonubie Mouth Nature Reserve - 11. 9 km / 7. 4 mi- Gonubie Beach - 12. 7 km / 7. 9 mi- Alexander Country Club - 15. 6 km / 9. 7 mi- Kwelera Nature Reserve - 18.

6 km / 11. 6 mi- Kwelera Island Local Nature Reserve - 20. 7 km / 12. 9 mi- Kwelera National Botanical Garden - 20. 8 km / 12. 9 mi. The nearest major airport is East London (ELS) - 18 km / 11.

2 mi Located in East London, The Hillcrest Guesthouse is a 4-minute drive from Bonza Bay Beach and 5 minutes from Beacon Bay Crossing. This guesthouse is 4. 6 mi (7. 5 km) from Nahoon Beach and 4. 8 mi (7. 8 km) from Eastern Beach.

Located in East London, The Hillcrest Guesthouse is a 4-minute drive from Bonza Bay Beach and 5 minutes from Beacon Bay Crossing. This guesthouse is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Nahoon Beach and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Eastern Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Featured amenities include multilingual staff and a water dispenser. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Children not allowed Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Afrikaans

    English

Nearby attractions

Bonza Bay Beach 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Beacon Bay Crossing 4.4 km / 2.8 mi
Nahoon Beach 7.5 km / 4.6 mi
Eastern Beach 7.8 km / 4.8 mi
Ann Bryant Art Gallery 8 km / 4.9 mi
East London Museum 8.1 km / 5 mi
Jan Smuts Stadium East London 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
The Cenotaph 8.6 km / 5.3 mi
King's Mall 9 km / 5.6 mi
Hemingways Mall 9.6 km / 6 mi
Gonubie Mouth Nature Reserve 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
Gonubie Beach 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
Buffalo River Lighthouse 13.6 km / 8.5 mi
Alexander Country Club 15.6 km / 9.7 mi
Kwelera Nature Reserve 18.6 km / 11.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 4
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • Wi-fi
  • Multilingual staff
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE LUXURYDOUBLE • LUXURYDBL.LX

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    The Hillcrest Guesthouse

    DOUBLE LUXURY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.LX

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  • DOUBLE EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDDBL.EJ-QN

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    The Hillcrest Guesthouse

    DOUBLE EXECUTIVE QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    EXECUTIVE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.EJ-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDSUITE • EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDSUI.EJ-QN

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    The Hillcrest Guesthouse

    SUITE EXECUTIVE QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    EXECUTIVE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.EJ-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Hillcrest Guesthouse

10.0
Excellent
15 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
10.0 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
11 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
John
Excellent
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2024
Angela
This was my first time staying at Hillcrest and it was so lovely! The owner and her staff were extremely welcoming, the room was comfortable, breakfast was fantastic. The location is convenience to restaurants, a mall, and the beach. I will definitely be back!
Business
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2024
Michael
This is our second stay. One of our two best accommodation experiences in East London
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2024
Maria L

Nice and modern b&b

Very nice house with b&b c9mfortable and modern rooms. Nice breakfast and helpful host. Recommended.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2023
Joseph
The property was well maintained and situated in a very quite area that is secure as well
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2023
Ryan
The hillcresthouse really exceeded my expectations, and Heidi the host and her staff were amazing.

If you are lookinf for a quiet, clean, convenient place to stay in East London you cant go wrong here.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2022
Verified traveler

The Hillcrest

I had an amazing stay at The Hillcrest. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2021
James

Great Stay

Cannot fault this establishment or it’s hostess. Great stay when in EL
Business
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2021
Stacey

Perfect Overnight Stop

We had a great stay. It was an overnight stop on the way to Plettenberg Bay but I would definitely stay here again. The room was beautifully decorated and modern. Bathroom was great, fabulous shower. Breakfast the next morning was delicious too. A very comfortable stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2020
Scott

Extremely happy!

Heidi the host was very friendly and cooked me a delicious breakfast. The room was very comfortable with good new linen and towels. I highly recommend this Guesthouse.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2019
Sergey
Great host, nice room, off street parking, breakfast delivered to the room, good coffee,
Business

Location & surroundings

The Hillcrest Guesthouse
67 Hillcrest Drive, Beacon Bay, East London, South Africa

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