Hotels in East London, South Africa

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Popular hotels in East London

Discover well-known properties in East London that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 587 hotels in East London and price data was last updated on 29 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in East London is $77/night.
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22 Esplanade, Beachfront, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
This comfortable hotel in East London offers free wireless internet, as well as an outdoor pool and a kids pool. It provides 4-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
4100 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
No. 58 Vincent Gardens Rise, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Rose Petals Guest House offers 4-star accommodation in East London. It also provides complimentary Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Location
4.7 km from city centre
14 Montrose Avenue Bunkers Hill, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Located in East London, See More Guest House is within a 25-minute drive of East London Airport and provides a sauna and an outdoor pool. It offers ocean views and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.1
Excellent
297 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
331 Esplanade Terrace, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Kennaway Hotel offers 3-star accommodation in East London. It also provides luggage storage, an airport shuttle and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
472 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
21 Blue Bend Pl, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Located in East London, Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre is within a 30-minute drive of East London Airport and offers a private beach, an outdoor pool and outdoor tennis courts. It also features free Wi-Fi, squash courts and a beauty centre.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
1077 reviews
Location
5.1 km from city centre
9 Salisbury Road, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Selborne Bed and Breakfast provides a comfortable setting while in East London. It offers free Wi-Fi, a terrace and room service.
Free Wi-Fi
7.5
Good
187 reviews
Location
3.3 km from city centre
N6 National Road, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
This unique 4-star resort provides a range of accommodation options throughout the old city of East London. It also offers a playground, an outdoor pool and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
273 reviews
Location
23.8 km from city centre
East Coast Resorts Road, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Situated in Cintsa, Areena Riverside Resort & Private Game Reserve provides 4-star accommodation, as well as a swimming pool, outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool. It also features a playground, massage services and a beauty centre.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
209 reviews
Location
20.2 km from city centre
Corner Union Avenue and Cheltenham Road, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Road Lodge East London provides a comfortable setting while in East London. It also features an outdoor pool, babysitting/child services and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Location
3.2 km from city centre
19 A Kenyon Crescent, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
This comfortable guest house in East London offers complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as laundry facilities and a safe. It also features a designated smoking area.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
166 reviews
Location
3.8 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in East London

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in East London. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Cheapest month:March
Most expensive month:October
Average price in East London:$77/night
Cheapest price found:$23/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$49 - $145
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Top-rated East London hotels

Browse through properties in East London that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 587 properties in East London and data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Some of the very best East London hotels as rated by our users. Make sure to read hotel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
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Cnr Baillie Road And Moore Street P.o. Box 1255, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$135
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Cheapest hotels in East London, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in East London that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in East London can be found for as low as $141 per night. There is currently one property in East London that can be booked for this price. Southern Sun Hemingways is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in East London. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hotels available in East London for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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Western Ave, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
5.0 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
$141
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Hotel prices in East London

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in East London to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in East London at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Hotels located in the East London area sorted by price and hotel class. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in East London.
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Corner Union Avenue and Cheltenham Road, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
3 stars
3 stars
21 Blue Bend Pl, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
331 Esplanade Terrace, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
9 Salisbury Road, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
4 stars
4 stars +
22 Esplanade, Beachfront, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
No. 58 Vincent Gardens Rise, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
14 Montrose Avenue Bunkers Hill, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa

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Where to stay in East London

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About East London

Serving as the gateway to South Africa’s Wild Coast, East London lies along the Indian Ocean between the Buffalo and Nahoon rivers. It boasts one of the best natural history museums in South Africa and an outstanding private game reserve, as well as warm waters that make it a popular destination for surfing, swimming and fishing.

Things to do in East London

Delve into the region’s natural history at the East London Museum, which showcases local wildlife, fossilised human footprints and beadwork created by the Xhosa people. Learn about East London’s maritime past and come face-to-face with a coelacanth, an ancient fish believed to be extinct until it was discovered in the nearby Chalumna River in 1938.

East London is surrounded by beautiful beaches where you can swim and sunbathe during the warmer months. Families can head to the sheltered waters of Orient Beach where you’ll find a playground and paddling pool, while surfers can make a beeline to the breaks of Eastern Beach. To escape the crowds, drive north to beautiful Blue Flag-awarded Gonubie Beach.

Wildlife lovers shouldn’t miss a visit to Inkwenkwezi, a private safari park that sprawls across 4,000 hectares and is home to rhinos, giraffes, buffalos and zebras. In addition to guided game drives in open-topped jeeps, you can embark on walking safaris, canoe trips and quad-bike tours or interact with elephants and cheetahs during handler-led experiences.

Getting around East London

East London Airport is a 15-minute drive from the city centre and has regular flights to Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban. Trains connect from the East London railway station to destinations across South Africa and buses travel throughout the city. Having your own vehicle is the most convenient way of accessing the surrounding sights.

Facts about staying in East London

Find useful tips and insights about staying in East London to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in East London?

    East London is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is Premier Hotel East London Icc, which has a current rating of 8.2. For other potential stays, consider The Thatch Hide and Premier Hotel Regent, which can also be great places to stay in East London.

  • What is a good hotel near Bonza Bay Beach?

    A good hotel close to Bonza Bay Beach is The Thatch Hide (rated 7.3/10 from 1,038 reviews).

  • What is a good hotel in East London near Nahoon Beach?

    The most popular hotel near Nahoon Beach is Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre, with 1,078 HotelsCombined users scoring it 7.6/10.

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