At La Mer Guesthouse you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of King's Beach and Humewood Beach. Highlights at this beach guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, a picnic area and tour/ticket assistance. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Humewood guest house include South End Museum and Museum of Bay World.
The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Hobie Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 4 min drive
Restaurants
This is EAT - 3 min drive
Off The Hook - 4 min drive
Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - 3 min drive
Barney's Tavern - 3 min drive
KFC - 3 min drive
About this property
La Mer Guesthouse
Beach location and outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly La Mer Guesthouse. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Gqeberha guest house.
13 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Manager's reception (free)
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff members are multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Terrace
Garden
Outdoor picnic space
Smoking in designated areas
Dining venue
La Mer Guesthouse offers 13 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 40-cm plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM on request
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends; ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 120 for children
A restaurant
Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Outdoor pool
Separate bedroom
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In a nature reserve
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Spa
Manicures/pedicures
Accessibility
No lift
Tile flooring in room
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-cm plasma TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Ceiling fan
Desk
Desk chair
Heating
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 6:30 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
This property enforces quiet hours from 7:00 PM to 5:30 AM
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), private entrance
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at La Mer Guesthouse
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 270 (one-way)
Shuttle transfer per child: ZAR 270 (one-way)
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 120 for adults and from ZAR 120 for children
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 270 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Air conditioning is not provided. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Alcohol isn't served at La Mer Guesthouse.
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
Mer Lodge Port Elizabeth
Mer Lodge
Mer Port Elizabeth
Mer Guesthouse Port Elizabeth
Mer Guesthouse
La Mer Lodge
La Mer Guesthouse Gqeberha
La Mer Guesthouse Guesthouse
La Mer Guesthouse Guesthouse Gqeberha
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at La Mer Guesthouse?
Yep, La Mer Guesthouse has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at La Mer Guesthouse?
As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Mer Guesthouse on 20 Sept 2025 start from AU$115.78, 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.
Are there any beaches close to La Mer Guesthouse?
Yep, La Mer Guesthouse is a short 15-minute walk from King's Beach.
Does La Mer Guesthouse have a pool?
La Mer Guesthouse has an outdoor pool.
Does La Mer Guesthouse serve breakfast?
Yep, full breakfast is served weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Mer Guesthouse?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM on request for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at La Mer Guesthouse?
Yep, you can grab a meal at La Mer Guesthouse's onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at La Mer Guesthouse?