The Russel Guesthouse

3.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Outdoor dining
Seasonal outdoor pool
Fireplace
Double Room (en-suite 8) | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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4 Jenvey Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hobie Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room (en-suite 8)

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Basic Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

The Russel Guesthouse

Beach location and seasonal outdoor pool
A fridge in a common area, a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden are available at this smoke-free guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, barbecues, a TV in a common area and a reception hall are on-site.
The Russel Guesthouse offers 13 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the guest house include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at The Russel Guesthouse, you're just a quick walk from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a communal living room, TV in a common area and a shared fridge
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and Piet Retief Monument
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
The Russel Guesthouse offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Russel Guesthouse also features a communal living room and a fridge in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Gqeberha guest house is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Russel Guesthouse

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in December.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Island Vibe House Port Elizabeth
Russel Guesthouse Port Elizabeth
Island Vibe Port Elizabeth Summerstrand
Island Vibe Port Elizabeth House
Island Vibe House
Russel house Port Elizabeth
The Russel Guesthouse Gqeberha
The Russel Guesthouse Guesthouse
The Russel Guesthouse Guesthouse Gqeberha