BonBini Guest House is a charming 4-star boutique retreat in the picturesque seaside village of St Francis Bay, Eastern Cape. Just 150 metres from the main beach, it offers a peaceful escape where soft, natural tones inspired by the sea and surrounding landscape create a serene coastal sanctuary - a place of comfort, elegance, and relaxation.
The guest house boasts individually decorated en-suite bedrooms, each equipped with extra-length beds, satellite television, tea and coffee facilities, hairdryers, safes and complimentary Wi-Fi. Rooms open onto private balconies or patios overlooking the tropical gardens, ensuring a serene environment for guests. Guests benefit from daily housekeeping, beach towels and laundry services available upon request. While BonBini Guest House does not serve dinner daily, the hosts offer dinner upon request for special occasions or group bookings.
The cuisine embraces South Africa’s rich natural abundance of fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, and shellfish, with imaginative local and international dishes infused with African spices and Indian Ocean flavours. Additionally, there are numerous restaurants within walking distance, and the management is happy to assist with local recommendations and reservations. BonBini Guest House offers a range of amenities designed for comfort and convenience, including a refreshing swimming pool set amidst semi-tropical gardens, a pool bar, and spacious wooden decks for relaxation. Enjoy free, secure parking for added peace of mind. Additionally, conference facilities and boardroom access are available nearby to accommodate business needs. Best of all, the guest house is just a short 150-meter stroll from the main beach, making it an ideal location for those looking to enjoy the sea and sand with ease.
In Room Facilities:
* Balcony * Bathrobe * Bathroom amenities * Bathtub only * Ceiling fan * Cleaning service * Coffee/tea facilities * Converters/voltage adaptors * DStv/Satellite TV * Desk * Hairdryer * Non-smoking * Patio * Safe * Terrace * Separate tub and shower * Sitting area * TV * Wi-Fi
Establishment Facilities:
* Conference facilities can be arranged * Free parking * Laundry service at an additional cost * Outdoor pool * Secure parking * Tour/Sightseeing desk * Wi-Fi
St Francis Bay is a charming coastal village located on the Eastern Cape’s Sunshine Coast, known for its relaxed, laid-back atmosphere and stunning natural beauty. It?s a favourite spot for beach lovers, water sports enthusiasts, and anyone looking to unwind by the sea.
The area boasts beautiful, pristine beaches with warm Indian Ocean waters, perfect for swimming, surfing, kiteboarding and fishing. The calm bay is especially popular with families and beginner surfers. St Francis Bay is famous for its unique and iconic white Cape Dutch-style homes with thatched roofs and clean lines. The canal network adds to the village’s postcard-perfect charm, reminiscent of a little Venice by the sea. Nearby nature reserves and wetlands provide excellent birdwatching opportunities and peaceful walking trails.
The nearby Cape St Francis Nature Reserve offers scenic coastal walks and chances to spot dolphins and seals. The St Francis Links Golf Course is a top-rated course offering spectacular ocean views and challenging play for golfers. The village has a small, friendly community with local shops, restaurants, cafes, and markets. It?s an ideal spot for a peaceful getaway with easy access to fresh seafood and local crafts. While tranquil, St Francis Bay is well connected by road to larger towns like Humansdorp and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), offering additional shopping and medical facilities within about a 30-minute drive.
* Canal and River cruises * Kitesurfing and Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP) * Lookout Point * Irma Booysen Flora Reserve * Port St Francis * Sandboarding * Seal Point Lighthouse * St Francis Bay Golf Club * St Francis Links * St Francis Main Beach * St Francis Community Garden * Surfing and Bodyboarding * Surf lessons * Two Harbours Walk * Whale and Dolphin Watching * Paddle courts nearby
This room has an extra-length king bed or twin beds on request and an en-suite with a bath and walk-in shower. Modern comforts include bathrobes, a safe, coffee and tea-making facilities, a TV with DStv and Wi-Fi. The terrace offers pool and garden views.
This room has an extra-length queen-size bed and an en-suite with a separate bath and shower. Enjoy an invigorating outdoor shower on the terrace. Amenities include bathrobes, tea and coffee-making facilities, a TV with DStv, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
This room has a queen extra-length bed downstairs, 2 single beds in the upstairs loft, an en-suite bathroom and shower and an outside shower on the terrace with pool and garden views. This room can only be booked as a family room, not a double room.
This triple room sleeping 2 adults and 1 child has an extra-length queen bed, a single bed and an en-suite with a separate bath and shower. Modern conveniences include bathrobes, coffee and tea-making facilities, a ceiling fan, a TV with DStv and Wi-Fi.
This room features 2 twin beds and a full en-suite with a separate bathtub and shower. Guests can enjoy an outside terrace with an outdoor shower. Modern comforts include bathrobes, coffee and tea-making facilities, a TV with DStv and free Wi-Fi.
This superior room has an extra-length queen bed, an en-suite with a separate bath and shower, and an outside shower on the deck. Amenities include bathrobes, coffee and tea-making facilities, a TV with DStv, Wi-Fi and serene garden and pool views.
This room has an extra-long queen bed and an en-suite with a separate tub and shower. Amenities include bathrobes, a hairdryer, coffee and tea making facilities, a TV with DStv and free Wi-Fi. The balcony overlooks the garden and pool.
If cancelling 7 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total.
If cancelling 14 days before arrival, forfeit 75% of the booking total.
If cancelling 30 days before arrival, forfeit 50% of the booking total.
* Children of all ages welcome. Children aged 10 years and older are permitted in the main house.
* Regrettably, no pets allowed.
* Tariffs are subject to change without notice.
From Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport: 1. Exit the Airport: Turn left onto Allister Miller Drive. 2. Continue on N2: Follow signs for N2 and continue for approximately 70 km. 3. Approach Humansdorp: As you approach Humansdorp, continue straight through the main street until you reach a T-junction. 4. Turn Left: At the T-junction, turn left towards St Francis Bay. 5. Continue to St Francis Bay: Follow the signs to St Francis Bay. 6. Arrive at BonBini Guest House: Upon entering St Francis Bay, proceed to 4 Napier Road. Driving Directions from Knysna 1. Start on N2. From Knysna, get onto the N2 National Route heading east toward Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha. 2. Follow N2 East. Continue on the N2 for approximately 210 km. You will pass through towns like Sedgefield, George, and Humansdorp. 3. Exit at St Francis Bay. Take the exit for St Francis Bay / R330 (just after Humansdorp). 4. Follow R330. Drive along the R330 towards St Francis Bay for about 10 km. 5. Enter St Francis Bay. Once in St Francis Bay, follow signs to the town centre. 6. Turn onto Napier Road. Locate 4 Napier Road, where BonBini Guest House is situated.
Children of all ages are welcome.
