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Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House

3.5 star property
Comfortable guesthouse in Port St Johns with free parking

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Front of property
Front of property
Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets
Restaurant
Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Bathroom | Deep-soaking bathtub, free toiletries, towels
Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Marine Dr, Port St Johns, Eastern Cape, 5120
  • Popular LocationMuseum9 min walk
  • Popular LocationMzimvubu River Park13 min walk
  • Popular LocationMt Thesiger16 min walk

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10/10 Excellent

Nandipa
Jan 8, 2024
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Room options

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Living area

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Room amenity

Superior Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Business Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Business Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets

Business Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Premium bedding, individually decorated, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Living area

Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Port St Johns

Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House is located in Port St Johns. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Silaka Nature Reserve and Mzimvubu River Park.
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What's nearby

  • Museum - 9 min walk
  • Mzimvubu River Park - 13 min walk
  • Mt Thesiger - 16 min walk
  • Second Beach - 17 min drive
  • Silaka Nature Reserve - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Steve's Pub & Restaurant - 8 min walk
  • Debonairs Pizza - 14 min walk
  • Wooden Spoon - 11 min drive
  • KFC - 13 min walk
  • Amapondo - 9 min drive

About this property

Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House

Property highlights
Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge)
Room features
All guest rooms are individually decorated and have comforts, such as premium bedding.
More amenities include:
  • Deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • Satellite channels and daily housekeeping

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 65 to 120 for adults and ZAR 45 to 90 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

More

  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 100
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 150 for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 100

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 18 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 300.0

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 65 to 120 for adults and from ZAR 45 to 90 for children
  • Pet fee: ZAR 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 150 for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 100 (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Free WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 lb per pet. There's a fee of ZAR 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 100 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9 PM to midnight for a fee of ZAR 150.

What time is check-out at Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for ZAR 100 (subject to availability).

Where is Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House located?

Situated in Port St Johns, this beach guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Museum and Mzimvubu River Park. Mt Thesiger and Second Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

3.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nandipa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Alfred Ndumiso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

4/10 Poor

StephenJeffries, Cape Town

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management where not very obvious in their appearances. The place looks very tired and badly maintained and in serious need of a refurbishment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight,enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay in Port Sint Johns
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable place to break a Transkei driving trip
My wife and I needed a place to stay in Port St Johns, to break our journey across the Transkei. We didn't know what to expect or hope for, so we took a chance. Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House was fine - comfortable and clean, pleasant staff, two friendly dogs, a fragrant Yesterday, a fragrant Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow bush by the front entrance. Breakfast was excellent. There wasn't really any view of the ocean, but the town's natural setting overall is spectacular - it's almost worth staying overnight in Port St Johns just for the natural beauty of the cliffs and the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Gerd

Liked: Staff & service
Tolle Lage bei hochwertigen Zimmern
Durch kostenloses Upgraten hatten wir auch Strom und tolle Aussicht auf das Meer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uns hat nichts gefallen. Leider. Haben wir so noch nie in dem Land erlebt. Never ever
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018