Title: The Russel Guesthouse - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Russel Guesthouse The airport-adjacent oasis travelers need after a long flight, with a garden to wander through and a seasonal pool for cooling off ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/a822f5da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/fcd3cabf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room (en-suite 8)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/bb5dd071.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/85a21682.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/8897e774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Russel Guesthouse is minutes from the airport but feels worlds away. Travelers love the free in-room WiFi and self parking for seamless arrivals. The garden offers a peaceful spot to relax, while the seasonal pool and barbecue grills let guests unwind as they prefer. 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 7 - Oct. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&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=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&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=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=6622790&PinnedHotelID=6622790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Double Room (en-suite 8)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6622800/6622790/8faf81b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (en-suite 8) ### Highlights Heating LED TV Separate bedroom Blackout drapes/curtains Day bed Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Family Room ### Highlights LED TV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 43 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Basic Room ### Highlights LED TV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### Standard Apartment ### Highlights Separate sitting area LED TV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Satellite channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights LED TV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double 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-The-Russel-Guesthouse.h6622790.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPort-Elizabeth-Hotels-The-Russel-Guesthouse.h6622790.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Summerstrand, a neighborhood in Gqeberha, The Russel Guesthouse is in the suburbs and near the beach. Piet Retief Monument and No 7 Castle Hill Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at SANCCOB Port Elizabeth and Cape Recife Nature Reserve. Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Bayworld are also worth visiting. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. [Visit our Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Gqeberha.dx2824) [View more Guest houses in Gqeberha](https://www.expedia.ca/Gqeberha-Guest-Houses.d2824-aaGuestHouses.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-33.99234%2C25.67133&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7KWdVrzL0zDn7DBkeGfN13SbDIg=) 4 Jenvey Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001 ### What's nearby - Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Hobie Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - King's Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km - Market Square - 7 min drive - 6.7 km ### Getting around - Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 13 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk - ‪Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - ‬3 min drive - ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬3 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ginger - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### The Russel Guesthouse Guesthouse located in Summerstrand The Russel Guesthouse provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - A seasonal outdoor pool - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and a reception hall - A TV in the lobby and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at The Russel Guesthouse include amenities such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - LED TVs with satellite channels - Electric kettles and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10990000/10982200/10982178/cf477e4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayside Guest House Summerstrand - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 37 reviews CA $122 CA $142 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=10982178&PinnedHotelID=10982178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39499900/39499874/0ff69025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Africa Beach B&B Summerstrand - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 62 reviews CA $67 CA $77 total includes taxes & fees Oct 7 - Oct 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=39499874&PinnedHotelID=39499874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast (ZAR 120.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15960000/15958100/15958076/4d5954f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pine Lodge Resort Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) - 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Limited-hour front desk - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Direct access to the beach - Garden ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Communal living room - Reception hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LED TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle ### More - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours 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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 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, debit 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, debit cards, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The seasonal pool will be open from October to December Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### National rating Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization. ### Property is also known as Island Vibe House Port Elizabeth Russel Guesthouse Port Elizabeth Island Vibe Port Elizabeth Summerstrand Island Vibe Port Elizabeth House Island Vibe House Russel house Port Elizabeth The Russel Guesthouse Gqeberha The Russel Guesthouse Guesthouse The Russel Guesthouse Guesthouse Gqeberha ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Russel Guesthouse have a pool? > Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Russel Guesthouse? > As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Russel Guesthouse on Oct 12, 2025 start from CA $66.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Elizabeth-Hotels-The-Russel-Guesthouse.h6622790.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Russel Guesthouse pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Russel Guesthouse? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Russel Guesthouse? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Russel Guesthouse? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does The Russel Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is The Russel Guesthouse located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Summerstrand guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and Piet Retief Monument. Hobie Beach and Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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