East London Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

East London
Nahoon Beach which includes general coastal views and landscape views
East London
Nahoon Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and surfing
East London

Where to stay in East London

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Quigney Beach

4/5(1 area review)

Though Quigney Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eastern Beach and The Cenotaph.

Quigney Beach
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Southernwood

Though Southernwood may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ann Bryant Art Gallery and The Cenotaph.

Southernwood
Premier Hotel East London ICC
Premier Hotel East London ICC
4 out of 5
22 Esplanade, Beachfront, East London, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts Stadium ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (326 reviews)
"Love the staff. Pushy P always looks after me food drinks and the staff are exceptional! Beyond generous. Stay here!"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Premier Hotel East London ICC
Road Lodge East London
Road Lodge East London
1 out of 5
Corner Union Avenue and Cheltenham Road, East London, Eastern Cape
Fully refundable
The price is 1.237.680 ₫ per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
1.237.680 ₫
1.423.332 ₫ total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions East London Museum and Ann ...
7.4/10 Good! (249 reviews)
"I liked the staff"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Road Lodge East London
Premier Hotel Regent
Premier Hotel Regent
3 out of 5
22 Esplanade, Beach Front, East London, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts ...
7.2/10 Good! (95 reviews)
"I really enjoyed a room that overlooked the Indian Ocean. The staff was very helpful and responsive when a need arose."

Reviewed on 28 Sep 2024

Premier Hotel Regent
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Skylink Holiday Accommodation
Skylink Holiday Accommodation
3 out of 5
33 Two Rivers Drive, Dorchester Heights, East London, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Beacon Bay Crossing and East London ...
Our amazing stay.
"It was amazing, we enjoyed ourselves"

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2023

Skylink Holiday Accommodation
Dream Sleep
Dream Sleep
2.5 out of 5
14 Park Ave, East London, Eastern Cape
Stay at this aparthotel in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Jan Smuts Stadium East London and ...
"No so good,there is no safe parking lot for tenants,they stole my car wheel cap 😞 due to dat...not recommendable 😭😭😭"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2024

Dream Sleep
Safi Self-Catering Suites
Safi Self-Catering Suites
11 Balfour Rd, East London, Eastern Cape
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions East London Museum and Ann ...
Safi Self-Catering Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of East London

4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

East London is a pleasant town. You need to drive to get around, which I did. The beaches are not that good though. There are some excellent spots and places to visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Buccaneers bar and restaurant was lit 

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

The centre is very run down but beacon bay where guest house is sited is lovely

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