Best hotels in Eastern Cape

This simply self-catering beach accommodation puts you only 50m from the world famous Supertubes beach and surf spot. The used-to-be backpackers, originally known as Surfpackers, is now the laid back accommodation that feels like a home away from home. It offers seven basic twin, double and family en-suite rooms that are serviced daily. An open plan kitchen, lounge and entertainment area (featuring a pool table and indoor braai) is shared by the rooms in the house.

African Perfection 1 is directly on Supertubes, South Africa’s best wave. This luxury accommodation in Jeffreys Bay hosts guests from all over the world who choose to stay here because of the fantastic views and proximity to the ocean. The classically styled bed and breakfast offers eight en-suite rooms, individually decorated with a distinct and celebrated African sentiment. Featuring private balconies with epic views of the right-hand surf point, Supertubes, African Perfection 1 is ideal for guests who prefer a quiet, exclusive getaway.

Affectionately known as Sandy’s Spot, 41 Mimosa is a multi-level, self-catering holiday home with phenomenal views of the ocean and mountains that make Jeffreys Bay beautiful. There are two options when booking this house. It can be booked as a 3 bedroom house that sleeps 6 guests (4 adults and 2 children), or a 5 bedroom house that sleeps 10 guests comfortably (8 adults and 2 children). The house is on a large property with a pool, surfboard rack and outdoor shower. It’s completely enclosed, so perfectly pet-friendly and has an electric gate and alarm system. Parking is inside the property, up a steep driveway.

Situated just 300 meters from beautiful Blue Flag beaches, our Port Elizabeth Hotel offers sweeping views of the Indian Ocean, while its city center location provides easy access to shopping, golf and entertainment. Dine at the Tabú Grill, where you'll bask in views of the Indian Ocean as you indulge in flavorful grilled dishes and an expansive selection of wines. Keep up with your fitness routine in our gym, or head to the Amani Spa to unwind.

This contemporary 3-bedroom house is suitable for groups of friends, couples or families and provides both privacy and location. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs, and the living areas downstairs, the house is the perfect holiday home. The garden and braai area are perfect for family time and provide a safe space for children or furry family members.

This newly renovated 4-bedroom house is perfect for families or groups of friends. Bordering the Supers greenbelt, the back yard is peaceful, sunny and warm, bustling with bird-life, and is just a walk away from Supertubes beach and surf spot. Imagine ocean meets forest. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs, and the living areas downstairs, the house provides everything you need for the perfect getaway. Care has been taken to provide a mutlitude of sitting areas suitable for work or play, with views of the garden or the ocean. 7 Pepper St is beachfront accommodation perfection.

Perched majestically atop a rugged hillside in the eastern reaches of the reserve, this stone-and-thatch retreat commands views that stretch endlessly across rolling valleys and pristine bushveld. With accommodation for 20 guests spread across 10 private villas, there's enough space for everyone to find their own perfect viewing spot, whether that's on a private deck or gathered around one of the lodge's three inviting fireplaces. The all-natural indigenous garden setting means you're quite literally surrounded by the very flora that defines this corner of Africa, whilst the elevated position provides front-row seats to nature's daily drama unfolding in the valleys below.

Perched majestically on elevated ground with sweeping valley views, this exclusive-use villa proves that some properties age rather gracefully indeed. Built a full century ago when afternoon tea was the height of sophistication, the manor has been lovingly converted into a private retreat that accommodates up to 10 guests in considerable style. The Edwardian architecture – complete with noble gables and soaring ceilings – creates an atmosphere that's part English country house, part African adventure, and entirely captivating. With your own private safari guide, dedicated chef, and attentive staff, it's rather like having your own wildlife-watching estate, minus the inheritance tax.

10i Mimosa is a multi-level, self-catering holiday home with phenomenal sea views and mountains on the horizon. This quirky wooden house sits perched on a large property with commanding views from both the upper and main levels of the home. Kitted with a surfboard rack and outdoor shower, and just a stone’s throw from Supertubes and Point, it’s the perfect surfer accommodation. Not interested in waves? This gem is completely enclosed, so perfectly family-friendly (and that includes furry members too). The garden is sprawling and magical, and the recenlty built braai area makes for the perfect place to entertain.

Sprawled across a wide valley with front-row seats to one of the reserve's busiest waterholes, this family-friendly lodge proves that safari doesn't have to mean sacrificing comfort or peace of mind. The vibrant Pan-African décor creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere that immediately puts everyone at ease, whilst the discreet fencing means parents can breathe easy knowing little ones can explore safely. Accommodating up to 18 adults and 8 children, it's designed for those multi-generational adventures where everyone from toddlers to grandparents can enjoy the magic of the African bush. The abundant birdlife and roaming wildlife provide constant entertainment, often visible right from your suite's private deck.