Overlooking the town of Port Alfred, boasting beautiful views of the Indian Ocean, this guest house impresses with elegant furnishings and an elegant atmosphere. The Lookout offers free WiFi. Midway between the cities of East London and Port Elizabeth, The Lookout Guest House features 6 self-contained units with stunning views. Relax on a lounger in the pool area or during a swim in the outdoor pool. Each of the units includes stylish living and sleeping quarters as well as a private patio, ideal for watching the night sky or marvelling at the panorama. If you are looking to spend a night in, barbecue facilities are available upon request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.7
High score for Port Alfred
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Heather
    Australia Australia
    Wonderful place, so welcoming and Angela the owner was so nice and friendly and helpful. Dogs were totally to die for, I love them! If I ever return to Port Alfred, I shall definitely stay there again.
  • Abongile
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything from the rooms, the view, friendly staff
  • Rowena
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved everything about this place, the view was idealic and the unit we stayed in was clean and beautiful. Private & Cosy for a weekend get away😊
  • Craig
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    Lovely view. Comfortable lounge and kitchen and enough sleeping facilities for 4 people. Excellent breakfast.
  • Waldemar
    South Africa South Africa
    Friendly owner. Property is perfectly located. Close to all attractions and shops.
  • Lisa
    South Africa South Africa
    The room was very spacious, clean, and had a great view. Angela, our host, was super nice and helpful!
  • Sara
    South Africa South Africa
    The property had everything we needed. It had a good view & good information about what activities were available in the area. The cleaning staff were there everyday to keep the unit tidy. Safe, good parking, good location & cute dogs.
  • Tracey
    South Africa South Africa
    Location, hosts, staff, comfort and breakfast are all worth 10 stars - I have lost count on the number of times we have stayed at The Lookout over the last 5 years - it never disappoints.
  • Ramohapi
    Lesotho Lesotho
    The facilities were exceptionally clean, the staff was helpful and friendly.
  • Chris
    Canada Canada
    I really loved this place. It was actually nicer than the pictures as the living space was quite big and comfortable. They have a rainwater system that provides drinking water and the pancake breakfast was fantastic. It is very quite and...

Managed by Angela

Company review score: 9.6Based on 219 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I have a passion for people and animals. I love cooking and baking, and making interesting things from driftwood. I like to up cycle old furniture, and restore them to be used in functional ways.

Property information

The view, the sea ,the river. The laid back living in Port Alfred.

Neighbourhood information

The gorgeous views of Port Alfred.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Lookout Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • 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 needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
  • Room service
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
The Lookout Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

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

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Lookout Guest House 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.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about The Lookout Guest House

  • Yes, The Lookout Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

  • Guests staying at The Lookout Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Breakfast to go

  • The nearest beach is just 0.6 miles from The Lookout Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Lookout Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool

  • Check-in at The Lookout Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at The Lookout Guest House include:

    • Studio
    • Apartment

  • The Lookout Guest House is 1,050 yards from the centre of Port Alfred. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.