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The Hillcrest Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in East London with free breakfast and outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Executive Double Room (The Nguni)
Executive Double Room (The Nguni)
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Explore the area

Map
67 Hillcrest Drive, Beacon Bay, East London, Eastern Cape, 5201
  • Bonza Bay Beach
    4 min drive
  • Beacon Bay Crossing
    5 min drive
  • East London Museum
    8 min drive
  • East London (ELS)
    34 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Executive Double Room (The Executive Suite)

Executive Double Room (The Executive Suite)

Executive Double Room (The Executive Suite)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room (The Blues)

Executive Double Room (The Blues)

Executive Double Room (The Blues)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room (The Woodland)

Executive Double Room (The Woodland)

Executive Double Room (The Woodland)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room (The Nguni)

Executive Double Room (The Nguni)

Executive Double Room (The Nguni)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The price is NZ$109
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

East London

At The Hillcrest Guesthouse you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Bonza Bay Beach and 4.4 km (2.8 mi) from Beacon Bay Crossing. Highlights at this guest house include a complimentary breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues, a picnic area and multilingual staff. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class East London guest house include Ann Bryant Art Gallery and East London Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Bonza Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Beacon Bay Crossing - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Jan Smuts Stadium East London - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Eastern Beach - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Nahoon Beach - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guido's Beacon Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beacon Bay John Dory's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wykato Spur - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Hillcrest Guesthouse

Guesthouse in East London with free breakfast and outdoor pool
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly The Hillcrest Guesthouse. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star East London guest house is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Hillcrest Guesthouse offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Hillcrest Guesthouse East London
Hillcrest East London
The Hillcrest
The Hillcrest Guesthouse Guesthouse
The Hillcrest Guesthouse East London
The Hillcrest Guesthouse Guesthouse East London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

The Hillcrest Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hillcrest Guesthouse on 3 Dec 2024 start from NZ$132.51, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

Yep, The Hillcrest Guesthouse has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

The closest beach to The Hillcrest Guesthouse is Nahoon Beach (1.1 km).

Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse have a pool?

The Hillcrest Guesthouse has an outdoor pool.

Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary English brekkie is available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Hillcrest Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second stay. One of our two best accommodation experiences in East London
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and modern b&b
Very nice house with b&b c9mfortable and modern rooms. Nice breakfast and helpful host. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was well maintained and situated in a very quite area that is secure as well
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Ann

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Hillcrest
I had an amazing stay at The Hillcrest. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay
Cannot fault this establishment or it’s hostess. Great stay when in EL
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great host, nice room, off street parking, breakfast delivered to the room, good coffee,
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019