Southernwood Travel Guide

East London

Popular places to visit

Eastern Beach which includes a coastal town, a sandy beach and general coastal views

Eastern Beach

Enjoy long coastal walks, learn to surf, spot colorful marine life at the nearby aquarium and admire the scenery at East London’s main beach.

Eastern Beach
Nahoon Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and surfing

Nahoon Beach

This popular East London beach is famous for its surfing competitions, kayaking excursions, river fishing and scenic walks across the headland.

Nahoon Beach

Bonza Bay Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bonza Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to East London. Wander the white-sand beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Bonza Bay Beach

Cove Rock

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cove Rock might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to East London. Amble around the area's white-sand beaches or visit its casinos.

Cove Rock

Alexander Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in East London at Alexander Country Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Alexander Country Club

Beacon Bay Crossing

You can do some window-shopping at Beacon Bay Crossing during your visit to East London. Wander the white-sand beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Beacon Bay Crossing

Things to do

safari

Addo Elephant Park multi-day Photo Safari

฿29,434
per adult
Addo Elephant Park multi-day Photo Safari
City Hall, Steven Bantu Biko's Statue

East London City Tour

฿1,656
per adult
East London City Tour
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Top hotels in Southernwood

Premier Hotel East London ICC

Premier Hotel East London ICC

4 out of 5
22 Esplanade, Beachfront, East London, Eastern Cape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,442 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿2,442
฿2,808 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts Stadium ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (327 reviews)
"Love the staff. Pushy P always looks after me food drinks and the staff are exceptional! Beyond generous. Stay here!"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Premier Hotel East London ICC
Road Lodge East London

Road Lodge East London

1 out of 5
Corner Union Avenue and Cheltenham Road, East London, Eastern Cape
The price is ฿1,537 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿1,537
฿1,767 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions East London Museum and Ann ...
7.4/10 Good! (251 reviews)
"Great over night stay. Friendly staff. Clean bathroom. Comfo8bed."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Road Lodge East London
Hemingways Hotel

Hemingways Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner Western Bypass & Two Rivers Drive, Cambridge, East London, Eastern Cape
The price is ฿2,299 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,299
฿2,644 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Popular attractions East London Museum and Ann Bryant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
"Slow internet"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Hemingways Hotel
Premier Hotel Regent

Premier Hotel Regent

3 out of 5
22 Esplanade, Beach Front, East London, Eastern Cape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,968 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿1,968
฿2,286 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts ...
7.2/10 Good! (95 reviews)
"I really enjoyed a room that overlooked the Indian Ocean. The staff was very helpful and responsive when a need arose."

Reviewed on 28 Sep 2024

Premier Hotel Regent
Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre

Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre

3 out of 5
21 Blue Bend Pl, East London, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Nahoon Beach and Bonza Bay ...
"Not up to standards for foreign tourists. The rooms need updating. There was no hot water.to shower. This is not up to standards for foreigners."

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2024

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Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre
Arbour Lodge

Arbour Lodge

3 out of 5
12 Kiwi Road Beacon Bay, East London, Eastern Cape
The price is ฿1,541 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
฿1,541
฿1,541 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in East London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bonza Bay Beach and Nahoon Beach ...
Arbour Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Southernwood

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Quigney Beach

4/5(1 area review)

Though Quigney Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts Stadium East London.

Quigney Beach

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