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The Hillcrest Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in East London with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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The Hillcrest Guesthouse provides an upscale experience while keeping guests close to local attractions. Visitors can relax in the garden, enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool, and start their mornings with a delicious English breakfast served on their private balcony.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 344
AED 344 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

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)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room (The Woodland)

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)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room (The Executive Suite)

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)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room (The Nguni)

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

Executive Double Room (The Nguni)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room

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

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
67 Hillcrest Drive, Beacon Bay, East London, Eastern Cape, 5201

What's nearby

  • Bonza Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Beacon Bay Crossing - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Eastern Beach - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Jan Smuts Stadium East London - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Nahoon Beach - 8 min drive - 6.4 km

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
  • ‪Seed & Stone - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Hillcrest Guesthouse

Upscale guesthouse
Consider a stay at The Hillcrest Guesthouse and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a water dispenser, and smoke-free premises
  • Barbecue grills and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

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

Pets not 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

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted 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

Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 13 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hillcrest Guesthouse on 14 November 2025 start from $94.79, 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.

Is The Hillcrest Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Hillcrest Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does The Hillcrest Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Hillcrest Guesthouse located?

Situated in East London, this guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Bonza Bay Beach and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Beacon Bay Crossing. Nahoon Beach and Eastern Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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