Southernwood

East London

Popular places to visit

Eastern Beach showing a beach, landscape views and a coastal town

Eastern Beach

Enjoy long coastal walks, learn to surf, spot colorful marine life at the nearby aquarium and admire the scenery at East London’s main beach.

Eastern Beach
Nahoon Beach showing landscape views, surfing and general coastal views

Nahoon Beach

This popular East London beach is famous for its surfing competitions, kayaking excursions, river fishing and scenic walks across the headland.

Nahoon Beach

Bonza Bay Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bonza Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to East London. Wander the white-sand beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Bonza Bay Beach

Cove Rock

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cove Rock might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to East London. Amble around the area's white-sand beaches or visit its casinos.

Cove Rock

The Cenotaph

Enjoy an outing to The Cenotaph during your stay in East London. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

The Cenotaph

Beacon Bay Crossing

You can do some window-shopping at Beacon Bay Crossing during your visit to East London. Wander the white-sand beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Beacon Bay Crossing

Things to do

City Hall, Steven Bantu Biko's Statue

East London City Tour

€43
per adult
East London City Tour
safari

Addo Elephant Park multi-day Photo Safari

€772
per adult
Addo Elephant Park multi-day Photo Safari
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Top hotels in Southernwood

Premier Hotel East London ICC

Premier Hotel East London ICC

4 out of 5
22 Esplanade, Beachfront, East London, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in East London. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts Stadium ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (330 reviews)
"Love the staff. Pushy P always looks after me food drinks and the staff are exceptional! Beyond generous. Stay here!"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

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Premier Hotel East London ICC
Road Lodge East London

Road Lodge East London

1 out of 5
Corner Union Avenue and Cheltenham Road, East London, Eastern Cape
Fully refundable
The price is €44 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
€44
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions East London Museum ...
7.4/10 Good! (251 reviews)
"Great over night stay. Friendly staff. Clean bathroom. Comfo8bed."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Road Lodge East London
Premier Hotel Regent

Premier Hotel Regent

3 out of 5
22 Esplanade, Beach Front, East London, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts ...
7.2/10 Good! (95 reviews)
"I really enjoyed a room that overlooked the Indian Ocean. The staff was very helpful and responsive when a need arose."

Reviewed on 28 Sep 2024

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Hemingways Hotel

Hemingways Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner Western Bypass & Two Rivers Drive, Cambridge, East London, Eastern Cape
The price is €69 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
€69
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attractions East London Museum and Ann Bryant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
"Slow internet"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Hemingways Hotel
Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre

Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre

3 out of 5
21 Blue Bend Pl, East London, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in East London. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Nahoon Beach and Bonza Bay ...
"Not up to standards for foreign tourists. The rooms need updating. There was no hot water.to shower. This is not up to standards for foreigners."

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2024

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Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre
Dream Sleep

Dream Sleep

2.5 out of 5
14 Park Ave, East London, Eastern Cape
The price is €17 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
€17
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in East London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Jan Smuts Stadium East London and ...
"No so good,there is no safe parking lot for tenants,they stole my car wheel cap 😞 due to dat...not recommendable 😭😭😭"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Southernwood

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Quigney Beach

4/5(1 area review)

Though Quigney Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eastern Beach and The Cenotaph.

Quigney Beach

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