Title: The Windermere by Mantis 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 Windermere by Mantis Beach hotel with outdoor pool ![Standard Double or Twin Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16200000/16198300/16198264/3f118117.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16200000/16198300/16198264/1a341ac7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16200000/16198300/16198264/bcc3d9f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Double or Twin Room | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16200000/16198300/16198264/13b975bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16200000/16198300/16198264/f3d60581.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies This oceanfront retreat offers tranquility with daily English breakfast. Relax in the serene garden, visit the inviting bar, or lounge by the outdoor pool. The terrace provides breathtaking views. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPort-Elizabeth-Hotels-The-Windermere-By-Mantis.h16198264.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-Windermere-By-Mantis.h16198264.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located by the ocean, The Windermere by Mantis is in Humewood, a neighbourhood in Gqeberha. Piet Retief Monument and No 7 Castle Hill Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Donkin Reserve and SANCCOB Port Elizabeth. Bayworld and Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving. [Visit our Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gqeberha.dx2824) ![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-33.97597%2C25.64471&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FqnaHoA_q_DJcUu7ftBdvKZ0bCA=) 35 Humewood Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, 6001 ### What's nearby - King's Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Hobie Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles - Market Square - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles - Port Elizabeth City Hall - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles ### Getting around - Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 5 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Off The Hook - ‬4 min drive - ‪Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - ‬17 min walk - ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬17 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk - ‪Blackbeards Restaurant - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### The Windermere by Mantis Hotel located in Humewood Take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden at The Windermere by Mantis. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff and free newspapers - Concierge services, meeting rooms and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at The Windermere by Mantis boast comforts, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and bathrobes. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players - Balconies or patios, electric kettles and daily housekeeping ## 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 ### Food and drink - Free English breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - DVD player - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Turndown service ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels - DVD player ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop-compatible safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 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 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 Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast Rollaway/extra 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 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 No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Windermere Mantis Hotel Port Elizabeth Windermere Mantis Hotel Windermere Mantis Port Elizabeth Windermere Mantis The Windermere Hotel by Mantis The Windermere by Mantis Hotel The Windermere by Mantis Port Elizabeth The Windermere by Mantis Hotel Port Elizabeth ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Windermere by Mantis have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is The Windermere by Mantis pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Windermere by Mantis? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Windermere by Mantis? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Windermere by Mantis? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Does The Windermere by Mantis provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is The Windermere by Mantis located? > Located in Humewood, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Humewood Beach, Bayworld, and Museum of Bay World. King's Beach and The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Windermere by Mantis Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 9 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 8 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Extravaganter stil. Sehr große Zimmer. Schönes bar/ Billiard Zimmer. Leider sehr schlechtes wlan in den Zimmern. Aufrund der nähe zum Flughafen teilweise Flugzeuglärm. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 12 Apr 2019 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Cleanliness #### Mixed experience The staff was very friendly and the room looked nice, but the bathroom floor was grimy, the carpet needed cleaning and the WiFi only worked half of the time—and when it did, it was extraordinarily slow. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort In 2ter Reihe zum Strand, schöne große Zimmer, alles sauber, nette und zuvorkommende Mitarbeiter ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jenny 28 Dec 2018 Liked: Room comfort Disliked: Property conditions & facilities We had a problem with parking our car on the street and no one was really willing to help . The garden and pool area were run down and the general feeling was not satisfactory ... ##### Jenny Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeremy 13 Dec 2018 Liked: Staff & service ##### Jeremy Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 30 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Another great experience at the Windermere! The Windermere is a lovely hotel and very comfortable. There's not a lot to do in Port Elizabeth, but the Windermere is in a good location to be able to walk to restaurants, and just lounging at the hotel pool after working all day is very nice too! ##### Angela Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Morten Hilma 19 Apr 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Alt godt 😊 ##### Morten Hilma ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne 18 Apr 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sommarhems känsla! Det var som att komma hem, endast 10 rum, fina och stora! Personalen var proffsiga och trevliga. Vi är så glada att vi hittade just detta boende. Istället för att lägga pengar på tex en sommarstuga skulle jag lätt åka tillbaka och bo fler nätter än denna vistelse (5st)! Kan verkligen rekommenderas. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1067-pbe11b390-433c-11e8-90f5-02426f8ac431-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1549-p22568910-433e-11e8-991c-0242a8c09ebc-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Susanne ### 4/10 Poor #### Diana 26 Feb 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### In need of staff training. Musty room. Stained toilet seat. Broken shelf in shower. Lack of stock in bar. Very very slow service if you could find someone. Lack of communication about the hotel. Horrible free internet jazz on a loop. Nice garden area but disappointed for a mantis. Overflowing cigarettes in an ashtray on a balcony. Staff walk past when your pulling your bag! I could go on.... ##### Diana ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 1 Jan 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Llandudno Junction](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Junction-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d553248634478817534--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Boardwalk Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Elizabeth-Hotels-The-Boardwalk-Hotel.h5431069.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal & Fortescue](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barnstaple-Hotels-The-Royal-Fortescue.h2541741.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Waterloo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waterloo-Liverpool-Hotels.0-n3000009439-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Stern Chur](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chur-Hotels-Hotel-Stern-Chur.h520161.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Hotels in Blackpool](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d619-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Westlodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bantry-Hotels-Westlodge-Hotel.h2449010.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Makkah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Makkah-Hotels.s50-0-d178043.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Liverpool South Parkway Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-South-Parkway-Station-Hotels.d553248634646007490.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [4 Star Hotels in Berlin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/4Star-Berlin-Hotels.s40-0-d179892.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Narrow Gauge Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fish-Camp-Hotels-Narrow-Gauge-Inn.h4905068.Hotel-Information) > > [Azalia Hotel Balneo & SPA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Varna-Hotels-Azalia-Hotel-Balneo-SPA.h2917853.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hill Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dumfries-Hotels-The-Hill-Hotel.h1969166.Hotel-Information) > > [Servatur Terrazamar Suite & Sun Suite](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mogan-Hotels-Servatur-Terrazamar-Suite-Sun-Suite.h1850296.Hotel-Information) > > [SUITE SISTINA FOR BRAVE LOVERS](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-SuiteSistina-For-Lovers.h2534859.Hotel-Information) > > [Waterfront Hotel Downtown Burlington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Waterfront-Hotel-Downtown-Burlington.h40712.Hotel-Information) > > [Southernmost Beach Resort and Guesthouses](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-West-Hotels-Southernmost-Beach-Resort.h863329.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Victoria Falls (VFA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/buq/vfa/bulawayo-to-victoria-falls) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Bricy (ORE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/ore/london-to-orleans) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Cape Town (CPT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/cpt/london-to-cape-town) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cdg/yvr/paris-to-vancouver) ### Activities > [Things to do in Northumberland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Northumberland.d6046225.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Bruges](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Bruges.d6155224.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Venice Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice.d7452.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Azores](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/6048267/Azores) > > [Vondelpark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vondelpark-Amsterdam-South.d6046536.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Central New York City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Central-New-York-City.dx553248633938969338) > > [Visit Campeche](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Campeche.dx11119)