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The Hillcrest Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star East London guest house

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Outdoor pool
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Free daily English breakfast
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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67 Hillcrest Drive, Beacon Bay, East London, Eastern Cape, 5201
  • Place, Bonza Bay Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastern Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Nahoon Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, East London (ELS)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Double Room (The Blues) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive Double Room (The Blues)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Double Room (The Woodland) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive Double Room (The Woodland)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Double Room (The Executive Suite) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive Double Room (The Executive Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Double Room (The Nguni) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive Double Room (The Nguni)

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

East London

In East London .You'll find Bonza Bay Beach and Beacon Bay Crossing within 3 miles (5 km) of this guesthouse. Nahoon Beach and Eastern Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bonza Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Beacon Bay Crossing - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Eastern Beach - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Nahoon Beach - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • The Cenotaph - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cantina & Craft - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sanook Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪John Dory’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wykato Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Hillcrest Guesthouse

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star East London guest house
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly The Hillcrest Guesthouse. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star East London guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Hillcrest Guesthouse offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 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
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per night

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Hillcrest Guesthouse East London
Hillcrest East London
The Hillcrest
The Hillcrest Guesthouse Guesthouse
The Hillcrest Guesthouse East London
The Hillcrest Guesthouse Guesthouse East London

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hillcrest Guesthouse to the airport?

The Hillcrest Guesthouse is 11.2 mi (27-min drive) away from the East London (ELS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hillcrest Guesthouse on Nov 12, 2025 start from $99.49, excluding 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.

Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

The Hillcrest Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle.

How close is The Hillcrest Guesthouse to the beach?

This guesthouse is 1.6 mi (4-min drive) from Bonza Bay Beach and 4.6 mi (10-min drive) from Nahoon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

The Hillcrest Guesthouse offers free English breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse have a pool?

The Hillcrest Guesthouse features an outdoor pool.

Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Hillcrest Guesthouse to downtown East London?

The Hillcrest Guesthouse is 0.7 mi away from Beacon Bay.