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The Russel Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse near the beach

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The Russel Guesthouse

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Lobby sitting area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Double Room (en-suite 8)
Outdoor dining

Overview of The Russel Guesthouse

Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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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

Room options

Family Room

Highlights

LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Basic Double Room

Highlights

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

Basic Room

Highlights

LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room (en-suite 8)

Double Room (en-suite 8)

Highlights

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

Standard Apartment

Highlights

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

About the area

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

At The Russel Guesthouse you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and Piet Retief Monument. Highlights at this beach guest house include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fridge in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Gqeberha guest house include Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Hobie Beach.
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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

Comfortable guesthouse near the beach
The Russel Guesthouse offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a BBQ, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Russel Guesthouse also features a communal living room and a fridge in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Gqeberha guest house is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
The Russel Guesthouse offers 13 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Russel Guesthouse

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in December.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Russel Guesthouse?

The Russel Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Russel Guesthouse?

As of 26 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Russel Guesthouse on 8 May 2024 start from AU$65.87, 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 parking available at The Russel Guesthouse?

Yep, The Russel Guesthouse has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Russel Guesthouse?

The closest beach to The Russel Guesthouse is Hobie Beach (1.7 km).

Does The Russel Guesthouse have a pool?

The Russel Guesthouse has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from October to December.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Russel Guesthouse?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Russel Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Russel Guesthouse?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

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.