Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, The Sweet Retreat offers accommodation in Lower Bay Restaurand and Bar. The hotel has a sun terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms with private balconies and sea views. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom. You will find a shared lounge at the property, there is also a restaurant and bar on site. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkelling and diving. The hotel also offers car hire. Palm Island is 48 km from The Sweet Retreat, while Bequia is 34 km away. The nearest airport is E T Joshua Airport, 17 km from The Sweet Retreat.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Port Elizabeth
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Hope
    Germany Germany
    The property was honestly amazing and very aesthetically pleasing. Robert (the owner) has built a wonderful Property so close to the beach and having breakfast with such an amazing view of Bequia made the trip even more amazing. Roxanne and Cleo...
  • Alastair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location for the airport (10-15 mins) lovely property, super pool and bar.
  • Alastair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous location away from the really busy end of the town but a good walk gets you into the thick of the action ! Robert, Cleo and Roxanne couldn't do more to make our stay comfortable ......

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

Facilities of The Sweet Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

The Sweet Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 19:30

Check-out

From 05:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Sweet Retreat accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Sweet Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Sweet Retreat

  • Check-in at The Sweet Retreat is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The Sweet Retreat has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Room options at The Sweet Retreat include:

    • Double
    • Bungalow

  • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from The Sweet Retreat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Sweet Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Sweet Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Beachfront
    • Back massage
    • Walking tours
    • Head massage
    • Beach
    • Foot massage
    • Full body massage
    • Neck massage
    • Hand massage
    • Couples massage
    • Yoga classes

  • The Sweet Retreat is 1.7 miles from the centre of Port Elizabeth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.