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Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in East London, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Facilities | Price, $ | |
| Kennaway Hotel |
8.1 / 10 (1247 Reviews) |
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From 104$ | |
| Premier Hotel Regent |
8.2 / 10 (1079 Reviews) |
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From 140$ | |
| Thornycroft Lodge |
8.1 / 10 (45 Reviews) |
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From 29$ | |
| Hoylake Inn |
8.8 / 10 (23 Reviews) |
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From 50$ | |
| Devereux Lodge |
8.1 / 10 (80 Reviews) |
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From 145$ |
Central hotels in East London provide an ideal base for travelers seeking comfort and convenience in South Africa's stunning coastal city. With a rich blend of modern amenities and local charm, these establishments cater to a variety of preferences and budgets. Whether you're looking for luxury accommodations or affordable stays, East London offers a diverse selection of hotels that promise satisfaction. This guide introduces you to some of the finest properties in the heart of East London, perfect for both business travelers and vacationers hoping to explore the region.
Best East London Downtown Hotels
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Kennaway Hotel
From 104$
Situated about a 15-minute ride from Buffalo River, Kennaway Hotel East London consists of 9 rooms. Set within reach of East London Aquarium, the venue features a vegan restaurant serving meals of vegan cuisine.
The majority of the rooms overlook the Indian Ocean. They come with private bathrooms.
East London airport can be reached in 25 minutes by car.
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Premier Hotel Regent
From 140$
Overlooking the garden, Premier Hotel Regent is 5 minutes by car from The Venom Pit Snake Park in East London. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a fitness centre.
The rooms have en-suite bathrooms with a bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower.
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Thornycroft Lodge
From 29$
Thornycroft Lodge East London, located approximately 7 km from East London Museum, offers its guests a Jacuzzi and a sauna to relax in. The venue is situated 4 km from East London city centre and 25 km from East London airport.
Enjoy views of the pool while staying at this accommodation. A separate toilet and a shower are free in the rooms.
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Yolonwabo Bed & Beakfast
From 32$
Yolonwabo Bed & Beakfast Bed & Breakfast East London offers 3-star accommodation within a 10-minute drive of Mpongo Park Game Private Reserve. Featuring 6 rooms with views of the garden, this bed & breakfast is set within a short ride from East London Museum.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. Moreover, they include a microwave, tea and coffee making facilities, and a fridge.
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Lisokhanya Guesthouse
From 22$
Lisokhanya Guesthouse is located near Ann Bryant Art Gallery and is just 30 minutes' walk from the centre of East London. Guests will have access to a free private car park on site for added convenience.
The hotel is situated 950 metres from Panmure train station and a 25-minute drive from East London airport.
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Hoylake Inn
From 50$
Offering barbecue grills, a golf course, and a garden, Hoylake Inn is situated in East London, 3.1 km from East London Museum. The venue is just a 12-minute walk from East London Golf Club South Africa.
Views of the sea are featured in certain rooms. Bathrooms have a separate toilet, a bath, and a shower.
Your trip couldn’ t be easier as the hotel is 20 km from East London airport.
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Devereux Lodge
From 145$
Overlooking the pool, Devereux Lodge East London offers 4-star accommodation 11 minutes on foot from Vincent Park Shopping Centre. Wi-Fi is offered for guests for additional charge throughout the venue.
The property is a 25-minute drive from East London airport.
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Premier Hotel East London Icc
From 56$
Premier Hotel East London Icc is set in a touristic area, a 10-minute ride from Mpongo Park Game Private Reserve. Located within a 10-minute walk from the downtown, the 260-room venue provides the sea and offers an à la carte restaurant.
The units at Premier Hotel East London Icc come with a stylish decor. A separate toilet and a shower can also be found in the rooms.
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Blue Sea Guest House
From 37$
Located 3.1 km from Ann Bryant Art Gallery, the 3-star Blue Sea Guest House East London features a golf course and a satellite flat-screen. The centre of East London is within 5 km of the venue, and East London Golf Club South Africa is about 2.3 km away.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. Guests can enjoy views of the sea from the accommodation. Moreover, they include a microwave, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator.
East London airport can be reached within a 23-minute drive.
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At One Lodge
From 96$
Overlooking the garden, At One Lodge is an 18-minute walk from East London Lion Park in East London. There is a car park on site and Wi-Fi in the rooms.
They feature bathrooms with a bath and a shower.
The property is only 10 minutes' walk from Chiselhurst train station.
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Quarry Lake Inn
From 107$
Located 2 km from Buffalo City Stadium, guests of 4-star Quarry Lake Inn East London may find a sauna and a garden on-site. The accommodation is set 800 metres from NG kerk Noord.
The rooms provide guests with a microwave, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator.
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Ubuntu Hotel
From 33$
The 3-star Ubuntu Hotel East London offers 15 rooms in around 10 minutes' drive from Mpongo Park Game Private Reserve. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.
A spa bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower along with an electric kettle and a fridge are standard in the rooms.
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Harewood Lodge
From 71$
Harewood Lodge East London, located 2.1 km from East London Coast Nature Reserve, features Wi-Fi in public areas. The property is situated 5 km from East London city centre and 20 km from East London airport.
A number of spacious rooms with a view of the garden are also available. Some units feature a microwave, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator for your comfort.
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Splendid Inn King David
From 60$
Situated within 15 minutes' walk of Buffalo River, Splendid Inn King David East London offers 3-star accommodation with 80 rooms. Guests will have access to private parking on site for added convenience.
Some units also have an electric kettle and a refrigerator.
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Hotel Osner
From 67$
The 3-star Hotel Osner East London is located 2.2 km from East London Zoo. Guests can enjoy the vegan restaurant on site that offers vegan cuisine as well as admire views of ocean.
There is a separate toilet and a shower provided for guests in the bathrooms.
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Hathaway Guest House
From 108$
Hathaway Guest House East London is located 12 minutes' walk from East London Golf Club South Africa and features a golf course, a satellite flat-screen, and a garden on site. The centre of East London can be reached within a 25-minute walk.
These units offer views of the garden. A bidet, a roll-in shower, and a bath, as well as a microwave, an electric kettle, and a fridge are featured.
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Kwazi Guest House
From 32$
The 3-star Kwazi Guest House East London is located around 10 minutes' drive from North End Soccer Stadium. Featuring 6 rooms with views of the patio, this bed & breakfast is set within a short ride from Orient Beach.
Also, you will find a microwave and an electric kettle provided.
East London airport is within a 25-minute drive from Kwazi Guest House.
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Royal Guest House
From 51$
The 3-star Royal Guest House East London is set 4 km from Nahoon Estuary Nature Reserve and 3.5 km from Dassie Trail. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.
Vincent train station is within 5 minutes' walk away.
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Santorini Guesthouse
From 69$
Nutting Badminton Hall Sports Complex is a mere 1.3 km from Santorini Guesthouse East London which boasts various recreational opportunities, a golf course, and a garden. The property is situated 3 km from East London city centre and 20 km from East London airport.
Certain rooms include views of the courtyard. Santorini Guesthouse offers bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.
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Park Place Boutique Guesthouse
From 63$
Set within a 10-minute drive of Nahoon Estuary Nature Reserve, the 4-star Park Place Boutique Guesthouse East London features Wi-Fi throughout the venue as well as a car park on site. The accommodation is located in the centre of East London, within easy reach of East London Museum.
You can enjoy views of the city from the rooms. They include a walk-in shower and a separate toilet in the bathrooms.
Park Place Boutique Guesthouse is a walk from Panmure train station.
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African Dreams Bed And Breakfast
From 128$
The 4-star African Dreams Bed And Breakfast is placed in East London, not far from East London Aquarium. Guests will have access to a car park on site for added convenience.
They also feature a microwave, an electric kettle, and a fridge.
East London airport can be reached within 23 minutes' drive.
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Oasis Guest House
From 29$
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Oasis Guest House East London is set approximately 10 minutes' drive from Dassie Trail. Located off Ann Bryant Art Gallery, the guest house is about 25 minutes’ walk from East London city centre.
The bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.
Oasis Guest House is set near Panmure train station, only 10 minutes on foot from the venue. East London airport is located nearly 25 minutes' drive away.
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See More Guest House
From 160$
See More Guest House is located 2.1 km from East London Museum and features a library and a golf course. The property is 30 minutes' walk from the centre of East London.
Here you’ll also find views of the Indian Ocean. Certain rooms are equipped with coffee and tea making machines, a refrigerator, and kitchenware.
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Selborne Bed And Breakfast
From 67$
The 3-star Selborne Bed And Breakfast East London boasts a prime location near Buffalo City Stadium, which is around 2.1 km away. It offers Wi-Fi in the rooms.
These rooms include a separate toilet and a shower as well as a microwave oven, an electric kettle, and a fridge.
There is East London airport at a 15 km distance.
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Casabella Guesthouse
From 94$
The 5-star Casabella Guesthouse East London is set 3.6 km from Nahoon Corner and 3.3 km from North End Soccer Stadium. Staying here you will have access to Wi-Fi in the rooms and parking on site.
The rooms overlook the pool. Guests can also use an electric kettle, a fridge, and glassware.
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Arum Guest House
From 77$
Offering a golf course and a satellite flat-screen, the perfect Arum Guest House East London is set within a 10-minute drive of East London Museum. The property is situated 5 km from East London city centre and 20 km from East London airport.
Many rooms offer views of the courtyard. Some units also feature a microwave, a refrigerator, and a cooktop.