The Lookout Guest House
The Lookout Guest House
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 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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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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Guests who stayed here loved
- Heather
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“Everything from the rooms, the view, friendly staff” - Rowena 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“Lovely view. Comfortable lounge and kitchen and enough sleeping facilities for 4 people. Excellent breakfast.” 
Waldemar South Africa“Friendly owner. Property is perfectly located. Close to all attractions and shops.”
Lisa South Africa“The room was very spacious, clean, and had a great view. Angela, our host, was super nice and helpful!”- Sara 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“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“The facilities were exceptionally clean, the staff was helpful and friendly.” 
Chris
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
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Languages spoken
Afrikaans,EnglishProperty surroundings
Facilities of The Lookout Guest HouseGreat 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
- Breakfast
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
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 mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree 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 rulesThe Lookout Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
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.
The fine printNeed-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
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Guests staying at The Lookout Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Breakfast to go
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Room options at The Lookout Guest House include:
- Studio
- Apartment
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Check-in at The Lookout Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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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.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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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.
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The Lookout Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Swimming Pool
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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.
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Yes, The Lookout Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.
