[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # African Aquila Lodge Lodge in Gqeberha with free parking ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/003bae1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Unit 3 - Four sleeper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/8f08ac09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Unit 1 - Two-bedroom; four sleeper | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/651db06f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Unit 3 - Four sleeper | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/8511331e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/4c3b58ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Visitors find a peaceful escape at African Aquila Lodge in Walmer. The outdoor pool offers a refreshing spot after exploring, and lush gardens provide a serene backdrop. Free WiFi keeps guests connected, while barbecue grills add convenience to this smoke-free property. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Housekeeping - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=16524278&PinnedHotelID=16524278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=16524278&PinnedHotelID=16524278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=16524278&PinnedHotelID=16524278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=16524278&PinnedHotelID=16524278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=16524278&PinnedHotelID=16524278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=16524278&PinnedHotelID=16524278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=16524278&PinnedHotelID=16524278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=16524278&PinnedHotelID=16524278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Unit 1 - Two-bedroom; four sleeper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/a7e0b81b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Unit 1 - Two-bedroom; four sleeper ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Kitchenette Refrigerator TV Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms Private bathroom - 377 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Unit 2 - Couples Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/cdd016df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Unit 2 - Couples Studio ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Kitchenette Refrigerator TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 248 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![Unit 3 - Four sleeper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/caa4fb7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Unit 3 - Four sleeper ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Kitchenette Refrigerator TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Unit 4 - Four sleeper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/216802ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Unit 4 - Four sleeper ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Kitchenette Refrigerator TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 248 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Unit 5 - Four sleeper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16524300/16524278/080862b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Unit 5 - Four sleeper ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Kitchenette Refrigerator TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 301 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPort-Elizabeth-Hotels-African-Aquila-Lodge.h16524278.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPort-Elizabeth-Hotels-African-Aquila-Lodge.h16524278.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Walmer, a neighborhood in Gqeberha, African Aquila Lodge is in a shopping district and near the airport. Ron Belling Art Gallery and No 7 Castle Hill Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Port Elizabeth Golf Club and Bayworld. Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Holmeleigh Farmyard are also worth visiting. [Visit our Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Gqeberha.dx2824) [View more Lodges in Gqeberha](https://www.expedia.ca/Gqeberha-Lodges.d2824-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.98266%2C25.58599&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vxP9qhhQMCj8KCqhdv7u106vTfA=) 211 Villiers Rd, Walmer, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6070 ### What's nearby - Grey High School - 5 min drive - 3.1 km - Market Square - 5 min drive - 4.9 km - Port Elizabeth City Hall - 5 min drive - 4.9 km - St. George's Cricket Ground - 6 min drive - 4.5 km - Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.2 km ### Getting around - Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 5 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Steers - ‬10 min walk - ‪Brioche - ‬15 min walk - ‪Raasoie The India Kitchen - ‬9 min walk - ‪Sushi Suki - ‬15 min walk - ‪Hello It’s Me - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### African Aquila Lodge Lodge located in Walmer African Aquila Lodge provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at African Aquila Lodge offer comforts such as separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. More amenities include: - Kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils - 81-cm TVs with digital channels - Wardrobes/closets, patios, and separate dining areas ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5440000/5431100/5431069/46233589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Boardwalk Hotel Summerstrand - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 264 reviews CA $182 CA $212 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=5431069&PinnedHotelID=5431069&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/485200/485194/ead0aac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha Summerstrand - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 183 reviews CA $97 CA $111 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - 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Parking included - Free WiFi - Kitchen 7.6 Good 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=27679232&PinnedHotelID=27679232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 81-cm TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Separate dining area ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Cashless transactions are available Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Alcohol is not served at this property ### Property is also known as African Aquila Lodge Port Elizabeth African Aquila Port Elizabeth African Aquila African Aquila Lodge Lodge African Aquila Lodge Gqeberha African Aquila Lodge Lodge Gqeberha ## Frequently asked questions ### Does African Aquila Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is African Aquila Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at African Aquila Lodge? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at African Aquila Lodge? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at African Aquila Lodge? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is African Aquila Lodge located? > Located in Walmer, this lodge is within 3 mi (5 km) of Walmer Park Shopping Centre, St George's Park, and Grey High School. St Mary's Cemetery and Prince Alfred's Guard Memorial are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## African Aquila Lodge Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.4/10 Cleanliness ### 7.8/10 Staff & service ### 7.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 4.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 6/10 Okay #### Happy Apr 9, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Convinient It was alright exeprience ##### Happy ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kevin May 2, 2022 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Check in and reception was non existent, there was no one on site to meet us, the entrance gate did not work and couldn't be locked. After waiting around for almost 45 minutes, we were forced to leave and find other accomodation. ##### Kevin Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### E. Apr 12, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Redelijk tot goed Service is goed eigenaar heel vriendelijk. ##### E. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole, Nederland Jul 25, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### geweldige lodge Een mooie lodge met alles er op en er aan. Wij verbleven hier 1 nacht omdat het dichtbij de luchthaven ligt, maar je kan er heel goed ook langer verblijven. Heerlijk rustig, goed bed. ##### Nicole ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hind Jul 19, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The best ever Best ever the staff is just too nice ##### Hind Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Lisette, Australia Feb 27, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### close to Port Elizabeth airport Lovely place, great location, close to the airport, welcoming owners ##### Lisette ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Dom Jose Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Loule-Hotels-Dom-Jose-Beach-Hotel.h1205390.Hotel-Information) > > [Mediterranean Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Mediterranean-Inn.h897598.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels near Maldives](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Maldives-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d109-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Best Western Plus Edmundston Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmundston-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Edmundston-Hotel.h2138502.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Victoria Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Conference-Centre-Hotels.0-l6253388-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Sandman Suites Surrey-Guildford](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Sandman-Suites-Surrey-Guildford.h909588.Hotel-Information) > > [Apartments Cabo San Lucas](https://www.expedia.ca/Cabo-San-Lucas-Apartments.d180032-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Ramada by Wyndham Stettler](https://www.expedia.ca/Stettler-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Stettler.h1554762.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Family Friendly 2 Bedroom Condo at Friday Harbour](https://www.expedia.ca/Innisfil-Hotels-Luxury-Family-Friendly-2-Bedroom-Condo-At-Friday-Harbour.h59015016.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels.d4138.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Rosedale Hotel Hong Kong](https://www.expedia.ca/Hong-Kong-Hotels-Rosedale-Hotel-Hong-Kong.h597193.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Aventura Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Aventura-Hotel.h18352896.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Le-Centre-Sheraton-Montreal-Hotel.h17117.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Sha Tin](https://www.expedia.ca/Sha-Tin-Hotels.d8487.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hilton Vacation Club Polo Towers Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Polo-Towers.h1619187.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Toronto (YTZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/ytz/calgary-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Dubai (DXB) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dxb/yyc/dubai-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Rafic Hariri Intl. to PAR-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bey/par/beirut-to-paris) > > [Aeromexico](https://www.expedia.ca/Aeromexico-Flights.cAM.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [flights from plattsburgh intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/pbg/flights-from-plattsburgh-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yvr/calgary-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yvr/toronto-to-vancouver) ### Packages > [Atwater Market](https://www.expedia.ca/Atwater-Market-Southwest.d6072607.Vacation-Attraction) > > [St. Lawrence Market](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Lawrence-Market-Downtown-Toronto.d503140.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Prince Albert National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Prince-Albert-National-Park-Saskatchewan.d6089570.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit La Conner](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Conner.dx55780)