Southernwood Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Jan Smuts Stadium East London

Catch an event at Jan Smuts Stadium East London during your trip to Arcadia. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Jan Smuts Stadium East London

Activities

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Addo Elephant Park multi-day Photo Safari

NZ$1,380
Per adult
Addo Elephant Park multi-day Photo Safari
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Our pick of the best Southernwood Hotel Deals

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 NZ$79 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$79
per night
28 May - 29 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions East London Museum ...
7.4/10 Good! (230 reviews)
"Hi it was Good ,the Staff is Friendly .I wish you can upgrade your Dst channels.I enjoyed the Breakfast."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Road Lodge East London
Premier Hotel East London ICC
Premier Hotel East London ICC
4 out of 5
22 Esplanade, Beachfront, East London, Eastern Cape
The price is NZ$130 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$130
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in East London. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts Stadium ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (294 reviews)
Average
"Just a place to put my head down and moving onto the next destination"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Premier Hotel East London ICC
Premier Hotel Regent
Premier Hotel Regent
3 out of 5
22 Esplanade, Beach Front, East London, Eastern Cape
The price is NZ$117 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$117
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in East London. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts Stadium ...
6.8/10 (87 reviews)
"We couldn't enjoy lounge area due to armpit smell on their coushin."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$119 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
NZ$119
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Nahoon Beach and Bonza Bay ...
7.2/10 Good! (15 reviews)
"It was really fun, we enjoyed our stay there, the reception was s friendly and the breakfast was really good. The rooms were neatly tidied. We got lost in trying to find our room on arrival, and asking from the cleaners that were not as friendly was not nice at all. Over and above all we had great ..."

Reviewed on 31 Dec. 2023

Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre
Hathaway Guest House
Hathaway Guest House
3.5 out of 5
4 Turnberry Ave, East London, Eastern Cape
The price is NZ$141 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$141
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in East London. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts Stadium ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
Displeased
"The place was very clean except for the old,stained lounge rug and a cockroach near the microwave. Couldn't find any peace with the noise from the staff and other guests. Had a warm welcome but lacked some info about the premises and what to expect..."

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2024

Hathaway Guest House
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
4 out of 5
Schafli Road, Great Kei, Eastern Cape
The price is NZ$80 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
NZ$80
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach lodge in Great Kei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve and Olivewood ...
7/10 Good! (22 reviews)
Close to EL
"Nice quiet location outside of East London. Easy to get to the beach."

Reviewed on 27 Dec. 2021

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
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Other neighbourhoods around Southernwood

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Quigney Beach

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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