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Reviews of Forest Hall Guest House This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

84 River Road, Walmer, Walmer, 6070 Port Elizabeth, South Africa

#15 of 127 B&Bs and inns in Port Elizabeth

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 256 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free Wifi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Think it’s time to landscape gardens and cut back trees to allow some sunshine in for the summer.

    Nice neighbourhood and close everything, Always stay here, and never disappoints! Fantastic guest house ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2025

    8.0
    Clean but old style property
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The furniture, beds and bedding look very aged - like something out of the 1980's. Very clean but aged. The bathroom door struggled to close.

    Big property. Big room. Lots of plugs. DSTV with a full bouquet. Very clean. Lots of towels. Secure. Good shower. Very functional.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    9.0
    We always love our stays at Forest Hall!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Spacious, beautiful and comfortable. The breakfast was excellent.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2025

    8.0
    As always a great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was an unfortunate event with a broken shower door which when reported to the host was dealt with immediately by the host. Which shows a caring approach to guests

    as always this is a great place to stay. Convenient to the airport and very comfortable rooms. The host is very caring and helpful. Just love the garden setting with beautiful trees.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The grounds were gorgeous, and private

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2025

    10
    A very pleasant and comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Such a peaceful setting, very relaxing particularly after a day spent travelling. I was met as I arrived and shown my room and as it was a cold evening I was told that an electric blanket was available to warm the bed

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    10
    Delightful Stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    A warm and friendly greeting, beautifully appointed room with all the luxury amenities. Breakfast was delicious and abundant. The warmth and attentiveness of the staff, the old-world charm and character of the estate - I will always book Forest Hall when in Port Eizabeth! Thank you to David and his wonderful team.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No real issues. The bathroom door was a bit finicky. The kitchen sink is a bit awkward.

    The room was spacious and very comfortable for my little family. The bedding and beds were comfy. The property is beautiful and peaceful. Close to restaurants and shops. The breakfast was just lovely! I liked that there is a mini kitchen so you can heat up food, make tea etc. Our parking was close to our room which was so convenient. The room was clean and they cleaned it while we were out. I would definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was perfect, I will definitely stay here again

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2025

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, we wanted to stay longer

    Setting is beautiful, it was perfect in every way for what we needed.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2025

    9.0
    Perfect place to stay with family in Walmer
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I do think the garden needs a little attention. Hedges needed trimming, grass needs to be fed, . But this would be finding fault on what i genuinely felt was a wonderful place to stay.

    We loved the family room - it was very well equipped, clean and had a wonderful bathroom. The staff were friendly and allowed us a late check out. On the whole a very positive experience.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2025

    9.0
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very helpful and friendly staff. Lovely large room with great amenities.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Swimming Pool.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2025

    10
    I stayed at Forest Hall Guest House as I was writing a few exams. They always make you feel comfortable and at home. T
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Comfortable and convenient location. Staff are always friendly and welcoming.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2025

    10
    If you like tranquility and old world charm...
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    That I had to go.

    Old world charm, amazing garden and discerning service. Great breakfast and great location too.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2025

    10
    Fabulous stay at Forest Hall
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing

    Wonderful relaxing garden with a swimming pool.Breakfast was excellent and nothing was too much trouble for the host. We were given another room by Mike without any problem and could even stay longer because our plane departed late. It is our seventh time at Forest Hall and we have never been disapointed.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2025

    9.0
    Enjoyable
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing to say. Everybody from manager and staff did everything to make one welcome

    The ambiance was great. Lovely and peaceful . Everybody was helpful and made you feel at home. It did not feel like a hotel or just a place to stay. It was spacious and quite. Lovely pool to swim and relax. The room was very nice . lovely bed. Love to stay there again

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very comfortable in beautiful grounds

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 13, 2025

    9.0
    Highly recommend staying here
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    lovely tranquil garden and great to have a small kitchen with a fridge

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 7, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Extraordinary, Always feels like home.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2025

    10
    Beautiful garden and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Forest Hall Guest House is located in a beautiful, large garden, very relaxing environment, ideal for kids as well (there are 2 swimming pools, a trampoline and plenty of space to play). The staff is very friendly and helpful - we were leaving early in the morning, before breakfast time and they prepared for us food to go.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 11, 2025

    8.0
    Best experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful part of town, quiet and perfectly set up as a bed and breakfast.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    10
    Must stay!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Outstanding everything!!!! The place is a perfect spot to rest with family!! Loved the staff, the rooms, the pools, the location!!! Well done!!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2025

    10
    Wonderful, restful with friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Forest Hall is perfectly located between beach, suburbs and main roads. The rooms were a sanctuary with amazing beds, linen and space. Having air conditioning in the summer heat was a plus

    Stayed in December 2024

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