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The Royal Guest House in Port Alfred is set high up on the East bank of the Kowie River. Owing to its prime location, this guest house offers stunning panoramic views of the peaceful Royal Alfred Marina, and the quaint little town of Port Alfred. Close to the beach, and the Port Alfred River Spa.

The Royal Guest House offers 11 stylish en-suite bedrooms, furnished with natural weave and dark wood furniture. The cosy lounge is equipped with an honesty bar and a log fire, should the evening turn chilly. French doors open to a magnificent deck with a view and a pool, perfect for relaxation.

Facilities
We have eleven standard & luxury rooms, all with ensuite bathrooms/shower, air-conditioning, 8 channels of DSTV, a mini bar fridge, tea and coffee facilities, telephone and hair dryer.

All are fitted with double beds and two of the rooms have modern, comfortable sleeper couches as well. The addition of a pair of bunk beds makes one of these into a very user friendly family room sleeping six.

The cozy lounge has a bar, television, recliner chair and plush lounge suite overlooking the marina. We also have a large log fire should the evenings turn chilly.

French doors from the lounge open onto a magnificent wooden deck (with pool and loungers) from where you can overlook the town and out to sea (sometimes spotting the odd migrating whale!)

These are the surroundings you will find yourself in at the Royal Guest House

Accommodation at The Royal Guest House:
The rooms at the Royal Guest House are all en-suite. Attractively furnished, these room cater for singles, couples or families. Treat yourself to a romantic weekend in one of our executive rooms, or enjoy a family getaway based in our family room.

Standard Rooms
Standard rooms are equipped with queen size bed, air-conditioning, safety deposit box, tea/coffee station, TV with selected DSTV channels, en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet.

Luxury Rooms
Luxury rooms can convert from king to twin beds, and are equipped with air-conditioning, laptop safe, tea/coffee station, TV with selected DSTV channels, en-suite bathroom with shower, bath and toilet.

Executive Rooms
Executive room boast a lounge area with a private balcony with a view. These rooms offer a queen bed and are equipped with air-conditioning, laptop safe, tea/coffee station, TV with selected DSTV channels, en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet.

Family Rooms
Family rooms can be arranged according to needs, and also offer a lounge area with sleeper couch. Family room are equipped with air-conditioning, laptop safe, tea/coffee station, TV with selected DSTV channels, en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet/shower, bath and toilet.

Activities:

Golf
Game Viewing
River and Sea Fishing (Chartered Boats also available)
Hiking
Horse riding on the beach
Kitesurfing
Boat Cruises

Rooms and Units Available:

Executive Room
Amount of similar units: 4
Sleeps 2 Adults

Family Rooms
Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 2 Adults

Luxury Rooms
Spacious King/Twin bedroom with corner style bath and separate shower. Dressed in quality percale linen. Amenities include TV with selected DSTV channels, tea/coffee facilities, mini-bar, airconditioning, robes
Amount of similar units: 4
Sleeps 2 Adults

Standard Rooms
Double bedroom with spacious en-suite shower and unique glass ceiling, complimented with natural weave and dark wood furnishings. Amenities include TV with selected DSTV channels, tea/coffee facilities, mini-bar, airconditioning, robes
Amount of similar units: 3
Sleeps 2 Adults

Facilities & Services available:

Babies
Children under 12
Elderly
Honeymoon Couples
Babysitting Service
Laundry Service
Ironing Service
Limited Room Service
Self-Braai / Barbecue
Bar on the Premises
Dining room
Spa
Cots available
Fax & Photocopy Machine
Fireplace on the Premises
Garden
Internet Access
Parking (off-street - open)
Tourism Information Desk
Wi-Fi
Afrikaans
English
Xhosa / Zulu
Communal Television
Communal Satellite TV
Games Room
Swimming Pool

Cancellation Policy:

If a guest wishes to cancel his/her reservation, he/she must do so as soon as reasonably possible.  A “no show” will result in a 100% cancellation fee.

No verbal cancellations will be accepted.  All cancellations must be done in writing and no exceptions in this regard will be allowed.
A cancellation fee of 100% of the total booking will be charged if a guest cancels his/her reservation less than 48 hours prior to arrival.
A cancellation fee of 50% of the total booking will be charged if a guest cancels his/her reservation 14 days prior to arrival.
A cancellation fee of 30% of the total booking will be charged if a guest cancels his/her reservation 30 days prior to arrival.
The above cancellation penalties will also apply should there be a reduction in room numbers.

Directions:

We are on the R72, very well sign-posted, on the East London side of Port Alfred. [08 Beach Crescent]

From Port Elizabeth: [155KM]

Get on the N2 Highway to Grahamstown. After -50 km's, take the exit to Grahamstown and then after another 500 m's, take the R72 exit to Port Alfred. At the T-junction turn right towards Port Alfred. 50 km's on that road to Alexandria, then 25 km's to Kenton-on-Sea, and 25 km's to Port Alfred. Upon reaching Port Alfred, continue straight follow the road to East London. At the traffic lights, continue straight, over the bridge. Continue straight past the Royal Alfred Marina. Approximately 200 meters up the hill, the Royal Guest House is signposted on your right, directly opposite Beyond Adventure Accommodation.

From East London: [135KM]

Take the R72 direct to Port Alfred/Port Elizabeth. Pass the Fish River Sun. Pass Kleinemonde. Upon reaching Port Alfred continue straight, past the BP Garage. As you are heading down the hill towards the marina, before you go down the hill, the Royal Guest House is signposted on your left, directly opposite Beyond Adventure Accommodation.


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  • Accommodation Type: Bed & Breakfast and Guesthouse
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  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
    Check-out: 10:00 AM