Just a 12-minute walk from Hobie Beach and 0.8 miles from Humewood Beach, Abalone Guest House features accommodations in Port Elizabeth, with a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance. At the guest house, units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a hot tub, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. A patio with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in every unit. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels. With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this guest house offers plenty of opportunities to wind down. Pollack Beach is a 15-minute walk from Abalone Guest House, while The Boardwalk is 300 yards from the property. The nearest airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International, 3.1 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Port Elizabeth, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Justin
    Seychelles Seychelles
    It is a nice and cozy place with the most welcoming of hosts. It is quite, private and the breakfast was nice. The location was ideal for my purposes visit in PE. The rooms were clean and fresh.
  • Emma
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Glynn & Christine were wonderfully accommodating, organising an airport shuttle for me and allowing me to leave my baggage in the lounge for a few hours after checkout. The room was large and comfortable, breakfast was good. Would definitely...
  • Gerhard
    South Africa South Africa
    The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was great. The owners are friendly and accommodating. It was a pleasurable stay.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.5Based on 39 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Christine and Glynn, the founders and managers of Abalone Guest House since it opened its doors in 2001, will be your host during your stay. Glynn is a keen golfer and loves a quick chit chat. Christine has a green finger and this is evident in her beautiful, flourishing garden.

Property info

Abalone Guest House will soon become your home away from home! All our guests are welcomed with a warm smile by their host Christine and Glynn. Situated in Summerstrand, Abalone Guest House is walking distance from our beautiful blue flagged beaches and the ever popular Boardwalk Entertainment Center. Your accommodation is of the best quality, with a range of amenities provided to ensure your time with us is as comfortable as imaginable. Beautiful gardens on your bedroom door step, along side a sparkling blue pool ensure your breakfast is served in a relaxing setting. All parking is safe and secure to aid in our guests peace of mind. Regardless of the purpose of your visit to the friendly city of Port Elizabeth, we are certain that we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Abalone Guest House in the near future.

Neighborhood info

Summerstrand is the place to be when staying in the friendly city of Port Elizabeth. The blue flagged beaches, and the ever popular Boardwalk entertainment center is with in walking distance of Abalone Guest House. The Eastern Cape has the reputation for being the adventure province of South Africa. For an authentic wildlife South African experience, Addo Elephant Park or Kragga Kamma Game Reserve is a must see. Surfing enthusiasts are encouraged to make the drive down to Jeffreys Bay to experience its legendary waves. Lady Slipper mountain and Groendal Nature Reserve is perfect for the individual who enjoys hiking. Golf lovers will be pleased to know that Humewood Links Golf club is just but a few minutes away from our property.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Abalone Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/out
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool cover
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Fenced pool
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Abalone Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash Abalone Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    FAQs about Abalone Guest House

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, Abalone Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Abalone Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Water park
      • Beachfront
      • Swimming pool
      • Beach

    • Abalone Guest House is 3.1 miles from the center of Port Elizabeth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Abalone Guest House include:

      • Double

    • The nearest beach is 2,600 feet from Abalone Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Abalone Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Abalone Guest House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.