Asali Lodge and Conference venue provides a unique experience for business or vacation travelers. Guests enjoy generous, comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation within a daring and stimulating architectural environment.
Asali lodge is located, as an oasis, in the heart of Vincent, with in walking distance of Vincent Park Centre, rapidly becoming the commercial hub of East London and well served by banks, shops, cinemas, restaurants and other attractions.
Easy access to local and national roads makes Asali lodge the ideal base for encountering the rich cultural heritage of the Eastern Cape, enjoying the unspoilt wild beaches, and exploring the dramatic countryside of the hinterland.
The Building:
Asali lodge comprises of two wings with a central space terminating at the east end with a plunge / swimming pool, with a patio covered by a gum-pole fan that radiates out from the north wing studio and office.
Sunlight and its effective management by design, plays a fundamental role in highlighting the exterior forms of the building and illuminating the interior spaces through high placed windows.
External and internal building finishes are left natural: pigmented concrete-block walls, off-shutter concrete, timber and pigmented concrete floors, and galvanised steel-work. Colour is introduced into the curved ceilings of the bedrooms and other spaces, and doors and window frames.
Accommodation:
Asali lodge offers luxury Garden Loft Suites, Balcony Bed-sitter Suites, Veranda Bed-sitter Suites and bedroom suites, all with en-suite bathrooms.
An intimate, forty seat conference venue, break-away rooms and catering facilities provide for a wide range of private and corporate functions. All facilities open onto a spacious garden court sheltered from the elements.
An attractive plunge pool at the end of the court provides a refreshing experience for guests. Secure, undercover and open parking is available for all suites.
Vincent is a central, well known suburb in East London, popular with both business and leisure travellers because everything is close and easy to access. The area is best known for Vincent Park Mall, a convenient stop for supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, bookstores, coffee shops and a good mix of restaurants. If you want a quick break outdoors, Vincent also has small green spaces and family friendly parks nearby. The suburb is well connected to main routes, making it simple to get to the city centre, business areas, and East London?s beaches. Vincent is a practical base if you like being near shopping, dining and everyday essentials, without being far from the rest of the city.
Guests are well placed to explore some of East London?s favourite spots, including Nahoon Beach for beach days and surfing, the Nahoon Estuary Nature Reserve for an easy nature break close to the city, and Eastern Beach for a seaside walk near town. For a relaxed coastal outing, head to the Gonubie Boardwalk and nearby Gonubie Beach. Culture lovers can visit the East London Museum, home to the famous coelacanth display, or stop in at the Ann Bryant Art Gallery. For a safari style day trip, Premier Resort Mpongo Private Game Reserve offers guided game drives, and for everyday essentials, Vincent Park is close by for shopping, groceries, banks, and restaurants.
Spacious triple room with a king-size bed and a single bed, sleeping up to 3 guests. Includes an en-suite bathroom with a shower, a kitchenette, satellite TV, and free Wi-Fi.
The Classic Suite features a double bed, a private balcony, and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. It includes a flatscreen TV, refrigerator, microwave, and tea/coffee-making facilities for added convenience.
The Family suite with shared lounge and kitchenette space. Each bedroom consists of a double bed and en suite bathroom. 2 bedrooms include a shower. The shared kitchenette space includes a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and stove.
A Comfort Suite (Bedsitter) featuring satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, a work desk, and a heater for added comfort. The en-suite bathroom includes a modern shower.
Recently updated modern double bedroom includes a kitchenette with bar fridge, microwave, kettle, and toaster. The en-suite bathroom includes a tub and a light-up mirror. The doors open onto a private balcony.
Recently updated modern double bedroom includes a kitchenette with cooking amenities and a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, and toaster. The en-suite bathroom includes a shower and a light-up mirror.
This room has a king bed and one bathroom with a shower. It can be used as a family room or for two people sharing. This large room has a bar fridge and microwave, tea/coffee facilities, a TV, and Wi-Fi.
The basic apartment features a king-size bed, a convenient kitchenette, a desk, a ceiling fan, satellite TV, and free Wi-Fi. The private bathroom includes a modern shower.
Spacious 30m² room with a king size bed and airconditioning for a comfortable night?s rest. Private en suite bathroom with shower, plus tea and coffee facilities, TV, free Wi Fi, a bar fridge and microwave for easy snacks. Ideal for couples or a long stay.
This shared room has two double beds and one bathroom with a shower. It can be used as a family room or for two people sharing. This large room has a refrigerator and microwave, tea/coffee facilities, a TV, and Wi-Fi.
If cancelling 30 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total.
If cancelling 31 days before arrival, forfeit 75% of the deposit.
If cancelling 60 days before arrival, forfeit 50% of the deposit.
If cancelling 61 days before arrival, forfeit 0% of the deposit.
* Check-in time: Between 14h00 and 19h00
* Same day booking, payment by credit /debit card only.
* Non-arrival by 19h00 without notification will result in automatic cancellation and a 100% cancellation fee.
* Name and cellphone number of the guest are required to confirm the booking. We reserve the right to not refund card fees (transaction costs) in the case of any cancellation or situation where funds need to be reversed back to a credit card. The cardholder & ID/Passport must be present at check-in. The credit card used for the online payment must be present at check-in.
When coming from the East London Airport, turn left onto Settlers Highway.
Continue driving (quite a long road) until you reach a big turning circle.
Turn left into Oxford Street at this circle.
Continue up Oxford Street.
You will come to a set of Traffic lighrs (robots) with a Blue Sasol Garage on your left.
At the next set of robots, turn right into Devereux Avenue.
At the next set of robots, (KFC on your left) turn right into Frere Road.
We are approx. 200m down the road on your left hand side.
Ring the bell for assistance.
We regret no children under the age of 4.
