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The Birdhouse

4.0 star property
Suburban East London B&B with outdoor pool

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Property amenity
Luxury Queen Room | Living area
Outdoor pool

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • TV in a common area
  • Reception hall
  • Playground
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Playground on site
  • Microwave
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $101
includes taxes & fees
$88 per night
Nov 25 - Nov 26

Room options

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Luxury King Room Upperdeck | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury King Room Upperdeck

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room Upperdeck | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room Upperdeck

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Double Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury King Unit | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury King Unit

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 602 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Queen Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Queen Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Queen | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Queen

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3-16th Avenue, Gonubie, East London, Eastern Cape, 5257

What's nearby

  • Beacon Bay Crossing - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Eastern Beach - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Nahoon Beach - 18 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Bonza Bay Beach - 21 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve - 35 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 42 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beacon Bay John Dory's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wykato Spur - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Birdhouse

When visiting East London, The Birdhouse is a great choice to consider. An outdoor pool and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 6 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground

What to do

  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 250 (one way)

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for an extra charge
  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 65 for adults and ZAR 45 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 200 per person (one way)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Birdhouse B&B East London
Birdhouse East London
The Birdhouse East London
The Birdhouse Bed & breakfast
The Birdhouse Bed & breakfast East London

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at The Birdhouse?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Birdhouse?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Birdhouse?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Birdhouse?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 200 per person one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Birdhouse?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Birdhouse and nearby?
The Birdhouse has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Does The Birdhouse have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around The Birdhouse like?
The Birdhouse is a short 1-minute walk from Gonubie Mouth Nature Reserve and 16 minutes' walk from Gonubie Beach.

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Rhoma, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Timothy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

M, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
The Birds House is in a lovely location for what we wanted to do visiting family and friends in the Gonubie ares. It was close to the beach and local restaurants. The staff were very helpful with recommending places to eat and get takeaways. 4 of us shared 2 twin rooms. The place was very clean and comfortable. One of shower rooms was a little tired and could have been spruced up. Clean towels every day was much appreciated. We felt safe and secure which was very important to our overseas companion, who had concerns about safety in South Africa. The use of free Wifi was essential to us to keep in contact with family and friends abroad. It was great to have a decent fridge even though it was only used for cool drinks and wine. The BBQ was large enough for both vegetarian and meat BBQs without upsetting anyone. I will go again.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Some charm, but some annoyances as well
The finishes undermine the charm of this place. The staff are really helpful and friendly, and breakfast was limited. Unfortunately the room I was in was very drafty which is a problem given the cold sea breeze that comes through there at night. Great place to get away and do nothing. No halaal food options at the venue or close by. Plumbing, as with most hotels, was less than effective.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

“Tucked in and cozy”
Safe, shady neighbourhood for walking to nearby restaurants and pubs. Character house from another era. Had a corner room upstairs with a fresh through breeze. Large ensuite bathroom with roomy shower and a long bathtub with claw feet. Very quiet, good sleep.
Em, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Convenient B&B
A relaxing comfortable stay in a nice area, with a great breakfast.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

My stay was just a disaster, room was not organised even TV set was not in good order have to move to another room which was not better @all shower and hand basin so small, matress is sagging, i was so disappointed. You also charged me VAT whereas the place company is not registered for VAT. According to their statement I was supposed to pay only R510
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

You get what you pay for
Arrived to a lack-luster confused check in. They didn't have my booking nor payment. After providing these I was taken to my room which had a really musty smell although it all looked clean. I was then approached again & asked to contact the owner to provide 'proof of payment' which I did. The outside couch looked really grimy so didn't bother trying it out. Cable tv was a consolation and room amenities were nice (crockery, cutlery, kettle, microwave & fridge). Didn't sleep much due to the very uncomfortable bed & awoke with an absolutely insane backache. Breakfast was sufficient. As my title suggests you pretty much get what you pay for although I've had quite a bit better at this room rate.
Verified Hotels.com guest review