Title: The Russel 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 Russel Guesthouse Beach location and seasonal outdoor pool ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/a822f5da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/fcd3cabf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/85a21682.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/8897e774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room (en-suite 8) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/bb5dd071.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Russel Guesthouse is minutes from the airport but feels worlds away. Travelers love the free in-room WiFi and self parking for seamless arrivals. The garden offers a peaceful spot to relax, while the seasonal pool and barbecue grills let guests unwind as they prefer. 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi £40 includes taxes & fees 15 Nov - 16 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 14 - Nov 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 15 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Double Room (en-suite 8) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/8faf81b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (en-suite 8) ### Highlights Heating LED TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Day bed Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Family Room ### Highlights LED TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 43 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### Basic Room ### Highlights LED TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### Standard Apartment ### Highlights Separate sitting area LED TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights LED TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPort-Elizabeth-Hotels-The-Russel-Guesthouse.h6622790.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPort-Elizabeth-Hotels-The-Russel-Guesthouse.h6622790.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-33.99234%2C25.67133&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7KWdVrzL0zDn7DBkeGfN13SbDIg=) 4 Jenvey Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001 #### What's nearby - Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Piet Retief Monument - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile - Hobie Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles - The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk - ‪Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - ‬3 min drive - ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬3 min drive - ‪De Kelder - ‬16 min walk - ‪Charlie's Pizza & Pasta - ‬12 min walk ## About this property ### The Russel Guesthouse Guest house located in Summerstrand The Russel Guesthouse provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - A seasonal outdoor pool - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a reception hall and smoke-free property - Barbecues and a TV in reception Room features All guest rooms at The Russel Guesthouse have amenities, such as free WiFi. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - LED TVs with satellite channels - Electric kettles and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8400000/8399400/8399322/ed54df33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Road Lodge Gqeberha Summerstrand - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 8.2 Very good 457 reviews £33 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=8399322&PinnedHotelID=8399322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10990000/10982200/10982178/cf477e4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayside Guest House Summerstrand - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 37 reviews £52 includes taxes & fees 15 Nov - 16 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=10982178&PinnedHotelID=10982178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39499900/39499874/0ff69025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Africa Beach B&B Summerstrand - 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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 ### Things to do - Seasonal outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Direct access to the beach - Garden ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Communal living room - Reception hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LED TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle ### More - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### 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 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 The seasonal pool will be open from October to December Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Island Vibe House Port Elizabeth Russel Guesthouse Port Elizabeth Island Vibe Port Elizabeth Summerstrand Island Vibe Port Elizabeth House Island Vibe House Russel house Port Elizabeth The Russel Guesthouse Gqeberha The Russel Guesthouse Guesthouse The Russel Guesthouse Guesthouse Gqeberha ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Russel Guesthouse have a pool? > Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Russel Guesthouse? > As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Russel Guesthouse on 15 Nov 2025 start from £39.66, including 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/Port-Elizabeth-Hotels-The-Russel-Guesthouse.h6622790.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Russel Guesthouse pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Russel Guesthouse? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Russel Guesthouse? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Russel Guesthouse? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Does The Russel Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is The Russel Guesthouse located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Summerstrand guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and Piet Retief Monument. Hobie Beach and Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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