The Russel Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse near the beach

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Lobby sitting area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Double Room (en-suite 8) | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is £37
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May

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Map
4 Jenvey Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Popular LocationNelson Mandela Metropolitan University10 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHobie Beach6 min drive
  • AirportPort Elizabeth (PLZ)13 min drive

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Room options

Family Room

Highlights

LED TV
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 Double Room

Highlights

LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Room

Highlights

LED TV
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

Double Room (en-suite 8)

Highlights

Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Located in Gqeberha, The Russel Guesthouse is in the suburbs and near the beach. No 7 Castle Hill Museum and Campanile are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at SANCCOB Port Elizabeth and Donkin Reserve. Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Bayworld are also worth visiting. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.

What's nearby

  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 10 min walk
  • Bayworld - 4 min drive
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 4 min drive
  • Hobie Beach - 6 min drive
  • King's Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ginger The Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Charlie's Pizza & Pasta - 12 min walk
  • Something Good Roadhouse - 15 min walk
  • Seattle Coffee Co - 3 min drive
  • Urban Roti - 3 min drive

About this property

The Russel Guesthouse

Guest house near the airport
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 a TV in reception
  • Smoke-free property and barbecues
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

Languages

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

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

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal outdoor pool closes in 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 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Russel Guesthouse on 24 May 2024 start from £37.10, 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 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 Gqeberha 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).

The Russel Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2 nights stay and will go again.
The overall experience was good, all areas are kept clean and tidy and staff is really friendly amd welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes, very nice, would recommend.
The guesthouse was great overall. The room was clean, comfortable, tea and coffee provided, and the staff were really friendly, hospitable, and engaging. No backup power for loadshedding though, so the wifi dropped and the shower was cold. Not really their fault that there's loadshedding, but the lack of generator or emergency lights could be frustrating? Overall though a comfortable overnight stay and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommended
Owner and staff very sympathetic and helpful. Conformable bed and nice neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Helene

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Gary, Port Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not bad for the money
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Elsabe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious accommodation, clean and very close ro the beach and restaurants

8/10 Good

hleketa, giyani Limpopo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
MY STAY
The stay was awesome and the facilities were great..it would hv been great if there was a heater in the room because it was soo cold..

4/10 Poor

Sibulele, Pretoria,South Africa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable Stay
It was a comfortable stay,close to all major amnenities and walking distance to the beach, resturants.