Title: The Hillcrest Guesthouse Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Hillcrest Guesthouse Guesthouse in East London with free breakfast and outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/e9f6a2cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Executive Double Room (The Blues) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/7827d337.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Executive Double Room (The Woodland) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/bb5487bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/8f49162b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily English breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/c19eda9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Hillcrest Guesthouse provides an upscale experience while keeping guests close to local attractions. Visitors can relax in the garden, enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool, and start their mornings with a delicious English breakfast served on their private balcony. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Parking included - Air conditioning - Free WiFi £71 includes taxes & fees 1 Oct - 2 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=25033434&PinnedHotelID=25033434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=25033434&PinnedHotelID=25033434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=25033434&PinnedHotelID=25033434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=25033434&PinnedHotelID=25033434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=25033434&PinnedHotelID=25033434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=25033434&PinnedHotelID=25033434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=25033434&PinnedHotelID=25033434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=25033434&PinnedHotelID=25033434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Executive Double Room (The Executive Suite) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/c562e9ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Double Room (The Executive Suite) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Fridge LED TV - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Executive Double Room (The Blues) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/b94c8dc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Double Room (The Blues) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Fridge LED TV - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Executive Double Room (The Woodland) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/f7c4db17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Double Room (The Woodland) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Fridge LED TV - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Executive Double Room (The Nguni) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/feb1a7c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Double Room (The Nguni) ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Fridge LED TV - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Luxury Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25040000/25033500/25033434/f9388b51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Fridge LED TV - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEast-London-Hotels-The-Hillcrest-Guesthouse.h25033434.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEast-London-Hotels-The-Hillcrest-Guesthouse.h25033434.Hotel-Information) ## About the area East London is home to The Hillcrest Guesthouse. Beacon Bay Crossing and King's Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gonubie Mouth Nature Reserve and Kwelera Nature Reserve. The Cenotaph and Kwelera National Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. [Visit our East London travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/East-London.dx1131) [View more Guest houses in East London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/East-London-Guest-Houses.d1131-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-32.97784%2C27.94474&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VDW76abyGG2RKBAHhtqbo6aGCKk=) 67 Hillcrest Drive, Beacon Bay, East London, Eastern Cape, 5201 ### What's nearby - Bonza Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Beacon Bay Crossing - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles - Eastern Beach - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles - Nahoon Beach - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles - The Cenotaph - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles ### Getting around - East London (ELS) - 27 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪John Dory’s - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wykato Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min drive - ‪Highlander Pub & Grill - ‬9 min walk - ‪Montys Pub And Grill - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### The Hillcrest Guesthouse Upscale guest house Consider a stay at The Hillcrest Guesthouse and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a water dispenser and smoke-free property - Multilingual staff and barbecues Room features All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - LED TVs with premium channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges ## 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 ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### 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 Pets not 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 at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - 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. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted 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 ### Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Hillcrest Guesthouse? > As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hillcrest Guesthouse on 1 Oct 2025 start from £70.52, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/East-London-Hotels-The-Hillcrest-Guesthouse.h25033434.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Hillcrest Guesthouse pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Hillcrest Guesthouse? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Hillcrest Guesthouse? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Hillcrest Guesthouse? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is The Hillcrest Guesthouse located? > Situated in East London, this guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Bonza Bay Beach and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Beacon Bay Crossing. Nahoon Beach and Eastern Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? 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