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The Russel Guesthouse

3.0 star property
3-star beach guest house with free WiFi

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Lobby sitting area
Fireplace
Outdoor dining
Double Room (en-suite 8)
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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4 Jenvey Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hobie Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room (en-suite 8)

Double Room (en-suite 8)

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Gqeberha

Walk to the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Summerstrand guesthouse, you'll find Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and Piet Retief Monument. Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Hobie Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Piet Retief Monument - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hobie Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Pizza & Pasta - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fishaways - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Russel Guesthouse

3-star beach guest house with free WiFi
The Russel Guesthouse offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Russel Guesthouse also features a communal living room and a refrigerator in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Gqeberha guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Refrigerator in a common area
The Russel Guesthouse offers 13 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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SUN1 Port Elizabeth
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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
4.0 out of 5, Very good, 59 reviews
The price is CA $56
CA $57 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 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 ahead of time 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Russel Guesthouse

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in December.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Island Vibe House Port Elizabeth
Russel Guesthouse Port Elizabeth
Island Vibe Port Elizabeth Summerstrand
Island Vibe Port Elizabeth House
Island Vibe House
Russel house Port Elizabeth
The Russel Guesthouse Gqeberha
The Russel Guesthouse Guesthouse
The Russel Guesthouse Guesthouse Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Russel Guesthouse to the airport?

The Russel Guesthouse is 4.5 mi (13-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Russel Guesthouse on May 24, 2026 start from CA $65, 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 Russel Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

The Russel Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle.

How close is The Russel Guesthouse to the beach?

This guesthouse is 1.5 mi (6-min drive) from Hobie Beach and 2.2 mi (7-min drive) from King's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Russel Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

The Russel Guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Russel Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Russel Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Russel Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Russel Guesthouse have a pool?

The Russel Guesthouse features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does The Russel Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Russel Guesthouse to downtown Gqeberha?

The Russel Guesthouse is 3.5 mi away from Gqeberha.

The Russel Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

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

2 nights stay and will go again.

The overall experience was good, all areas are kept clean and tidy and staff is really friendly amd welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Yes, very nice, would recommend.

The guesthouse was great overall. The room was clean, comfortable, tea and coffee provided, and the staff were really friendly, hospitable, and engaging. No backup power for loadshedding though, so the wifi dropped and the shower was cold. Not really their fault that there's loadshedding, but the lack of generator or emergency lights could be frustrating? Overall though a comfortable overnight stay and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

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

Recommended

Owner and staff very sympathetic and helpful. Conformable bed and nice neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Helene

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Gary, Port Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not bad for the money
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Elsabe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious accommodation, clean and very close ro the beach and restaurants

8/10 Good

hleketa, giyani Limpopo

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

MY STAY

The stay was awesome and the facilities were great..it would hv been great if there was a heater in the room because it was soo cold..

4/10 Poor

Sibulele, Pretoria,South Africa

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

Comfortable Stay

It was a comfortable stay,close to all major amnenities and walking distance to the beach, resturants.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

2/10 Terrible

Boggenpoel , Hudson

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

Island style Summerstrand Port Elizabeth

The reception by Max Silver was atrocious to say the least. He was not very accommodating at all. It seemed as if I was a beggar at the gate. The ensuite was very cramped. The bedding was not ironed. The room wasn't cleaned on the second day of our stay. I didn't even receive a courtesy call or sms after my stay. I will definitely not recommend the hotel/guest house to any person I know. The experience was horrible to say the least.

8/10 Good

Zonia

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

4/10 Poor

Bad experience, Cape Town

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

No Bathroom, Noisy

Will never stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ビーチに近い素敵なホテルでした。 スタッフの方もフレンドリーで、ご飯も美味しく、ワイファイも問題なく繋がりました。 期間中に一度、ゲートの暗証番号が変わったことがあり、 滅多にないことらしいですが、もう少し事前にアナウンスが欲しかったです。
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Für eine Nacht annehmbar. Im Schlafsaal gab es aber keine Möglichkeit die Tür abzuschließen oder seine Wertsachen in einem Schließfach unterzubringen.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Nicoly, são paulo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

stay frustrating

A estadia em si foi ótima, ótimo lugar, porem no penúltimo dia da nossa estadia demos falta de 4100 mil rands que estavam em nossos pertences, que foram roubados dentro de nossas malas durante nossa ausência, sem nenhum sinal de arrombamento. The stay itself was great, great place, but in our last day of our stay we notice that 4,100 rands was missed of our belongings during our absence, no sign of forced entry.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

Für eine Nacht erträglich

Hatten zu viert eigentlich ein Apartment mit zwei Schlafzimmern gebucht, aber einen einzelnen Raum mit Etagenbetten bekommen. Verwirrung beim Check-In ob das Zimmer bereits bezahlt war, dann nur Barzahlung möglich da, angeblich das Kreditkartenlesegerät nicht funktionierte. Alles in allem sehr enttäuschend und definitiv zu teuer für das Gebotene.

6/10 Okay

Maja, København

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

God og venlig service!

Vi blevet glædeligt modtaget og fik en fuld rundvisning på stedet. Stedet vil jeg mere betegne som et hostel end et hotel. Vores værelse var småt og sparsomt og der var meget lydt! Der er fuld funktionelt køkken og et hyggerum med bar og pool, så som nævnt, mere et hostel end et hotel. Til prisen kan det dog anbefales, også selvom det ligger en mindre gåtur fra restauranter og barer i Summerstrand.