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First Avenue Guesthouse

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach guest house with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Double Rooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Twin Rooms | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
3 1st Ave, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Hobie Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Rooms | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Twin Rooms

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single rooms | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Single rooms

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Rooms | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Rooms

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Close to airport.With a stay at this Gqeberha guesthouse, you'll be steps from Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and within a 10-minute walk of Hobie Beach. Piet Retief Monument and Humewood Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hobie Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Humewood Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • King's Beach - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ginger The Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk

About this property

First Avenue Guesthouse

3.5-star beach guest house with outdoor pool
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly First Avenue Guesthouse. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Gqeberha guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
First Avenue Guesthouse offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations at this 3.5-star guesthouse have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers.

This Gqeberha guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Highchair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 65 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 AM - 10:00 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 at least 48 hours before arrival 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 65 per person

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

First Avenue Guesthouse Port Elizabeth
First Avenue Port Elizabeth
First Avenue
First Avenue Guesthouse Gqeberha
First Avenue Guesthouse Guesthouse
First Avenue Guesthouse Guesthouse Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

How close is First Avenue Guesthouse to the airport?

First Avenue Guesthouse is 3.3 mi (10-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at First Avenue Guesthouse?

As of May 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at First Avenue Guesthouse on Jun 5, 2025 start from $73.54, 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 First Avenue Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

First Avenue Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle.

How close is First Avenue Guesthouse to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 7-minute walk from Hobie Beach and 1.1 mi (2-min drive) from King's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does First Avenue Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at First Avenue Guesthouse, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 65 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at First Avenue Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (16-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at First Avenue Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at First Avenue Guesthouse?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse. Self parking is available for a fee.

Does First Avenue Guesthouse have a pool?

First Avenue Guesthouse features an outdoor pool.

Does First Avenue Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is First Avenue Guesthouse to downtown Gqeberha?

First Avenue Guesthouse is 0.7 mi away from Summerstrand.

First Avenue Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

IAIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent hotel, room was abit aged. Mattress felt cheap but on the other hand the hotel was reasonably priced and in a great location. That said, i WOULD book here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abdur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vote of excellence

Place was exceptionally clean. Staff had been friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal place for work or holiday trip

Spent a lovely 10 nights at First Ave Guesthouse and enjoyed essentially everything about the time. The staff were friendly, the room was nice, the breakfast was great and the location perfect. By the end, it almost felt like home.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely large guest house with rooms attached to the main building as well as in annexes. A very well kept pool area. The room was spacious and light with a shared verandah as well as a fully equipped small kitchen area with microwave and fridge. Excellent Manager and staff with a good selection of both hot and cold food for breakfast served in a lovely breakfast area overlooking the pool. There is an honesty bar and snacks available throughout the day. Close to the seafront and walkable to bars and resaurants. Would definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

JW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful, in particularWeston, nothing was too much trouble. Convenient area for day safaris and sea cruise.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Norwich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good B&B with friendly staff, good breakfast and short walk to many good restaurants and bars, would book again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Excellent accommodation, the staff were very attentive and friendly. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gavriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Sune

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Vår lägenhet var jätte stor med ett stort allrum , 4 sovrum, 2 kök , relaxrum och ute grill. Stora grön ytor och en relativt hygglig pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Daniella, Barra do Garças

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boa guesthouse

Guesthouse com boa localização, quarto confortável e café da manhã muito bom. O único inconveniente é que na reserva dizia que tinha ventilador no quarto, mas chegando lá não havia nada.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendliest Guesthouse you can imagine

Expetionally friendly and comfortable guesthouse, including an excellent breakfast freshly prepared to order plus fresh fruits, cereals etc. Weston and the other team members are really caring for the wellbeing of the guests, from reception, information on anything you can imagine, organising transport, taking care of laundry and printing, and even getting up at 5 in the morning to ensure the arranged transfer works. Location is great for the beach and the Boardwalk complex, while beeing very calm. Rooms are spacious and clean with very comfortable beds. Highly recomended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Gunnar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018