Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth

28 Water Road, Walmer, 6065 Port Elizabeth, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>144</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
144 reviews

Perfectly situated close to the airport and within walking distance to several restaurants. Safe secure home away from home. Beautiful gardens and stylishly decorated guest house. Jane is a gracious host who goes above and beyond to see that you are well looked after. Our guest house of choice in Port Elizabeth we will definitely be returning.

Janine South Africa
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Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth provides accommodation with an infinity pool and free WiFi. The property has garden and inner courtyard views, and is 1.9 km from Little Walmer Golf Club. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. At the guest house, the units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Continental and vegetarian breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available daily at the guest house. There is a coffee shop and lounge. Guests at Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth will be able to enjoy activities in and around Port Elizabeth, like hiking. The guest house features a barbecue, outdoor fireplace and sun terrace. Walmer Country Club is 3 km from the accommodation, while Port Elizabeth Golf Club is 3.7 km away. The nearest airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, 2 km from Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.8
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  • Janine
    South Africa South Africa
    “Perfectly situated close to the airport and within walking distance to several restaurants. Safe secure home away from home. Beautiful gardens and stylishly decorated guest house. Jane is a gracious host who goes above and beyond to see that you...”
  • Sasha
    South Africa South Africa
    “Jane was an amazing host. Very friendly and accommodating to all our needs. The checkin was very detailed and she explained everything we needed to know. The fridge was stocked with light foods and drinks for breakfast. Rooms were cleaned daily....”
  • Rowan
    South Africa South Africa
    “Great place. Friendly, welcoming and super clean. Wonderful stay. Great help-your-self breakfast with fantastic coffee. Great value for money. Thank you”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by A Warm Welcome from me your Whistlewood Host Jane Du Toit.

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
A Warm Welcome from me your Whistlewood Host Jane Du Toit.
Whistlewood is a beautiful heritage house built circa 1875 in Walmer. It's made of spacious rooms with high ceilings, wooden floors , stained glass windows and fireplaces. It holds a natural historical charm in leafy Walmer, so an excellent positioned to visit the city. The house comprises of 3 non smoking bedrooms all with platinum sized Queen Ex/ Length beds for a good nights rest. Guests can share a fully equipped kitchen, quiet lounge, Sun Room or outside Patio and Pool with outside eating area . Plus enjoy landscaped and extensive gardens to bring a feel of calm and tranquility. Our bird life is rich with the many trees and we are growing a wild meadow to feed the bee’s on our grounds over looking 6th Avenue. All our rates are room only, although we have basic complementary breakfast , a breakfast Voucher can be purchased at the guest house and used at Bocadillio’s Bakery a Artisan Bistro which is a five minute stroll from our front door, or alternatively used at lunch or dinner . We have 6 walkable restaurants all within a 2 to 10 minutes of the Whistlewood from the very well Know Hussar Grill , a Sushi and Mexican all close by, so all tastes and budgets can be looked after. However, for those who want to self cater a fully equipped Kitchen is available for the Guests to use. We also have a small beautiful historic function room which can be hired for Business or Training and can accommodate 8 guests for business or pleasure. We are ideally placed for inter sports school events being very close Grey Junior and High School. We are very close St George’s Cricket Ground and Hospital . For those needing relaxation or to spruce-up both a spa and hairdresser in walking distance and gyms within a 15 minute radius. Back up water Tanks and Solar Power is available to navigate any disruptions in this area. So make your Stay Fabulous and Memorable .
A warm welcome, this is a wee bit of history about your Host. I have always loved travelling and meeting new people, for me it was always in the blood naturally. So it was quite a shock when my 34 year Airline career came to abrupt end out of Heathrow T5. During lockdown my beautiful elderly mother passed on , and Whistlewood my parents former retirement home stood empty and neglected , it also was need of much love and restoration. So with the support of my siblings. Plans were drawn up , and with permission of the Heritage Society and the Planning Department the dream was realised. I did not realise it at the time, but I had been blessed with an opportunity to save this historic home being one of the oldest farmsteads in Walmer , and also take on a new adventure and lease of life . We are also rich in bird life being close to the Baaken’s Valley and I am a keen bird watcher. The house is nestled in beautifully gardens and I am already in the process of growing an orchard, wild meadow and living kitchen, which hopefully benefit those who stay with us over the coming years. I am passionate about recycling our waste and providing a eco friendly sustainable policies for our Guests for a greener future. It took approximately 6 months to restore and bring back the magic to this unique gem. We replaced the wooden floors , and recycled the uplifted wood to make the Desks, Headboards , Barn Doors and various other furniture for the Bedrooms. I opened the 1st of September 2022, so we are now one half years old as we head into our second Autumn. We are a delightfully small guest house only offering 3 rooms and a maximum of six to eight guests, but it allows us to offer a intimate and personal customer service. We are a Team of 4 so we would love to bring the magic of Nelson Mandela Bay to your stay. I always happy to assist with any reasonable requests, so please do not hesitate to ask. Warm regards Jane
Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth is generally a small city, so easy to get about. Public transport is not ideal but their are many Taxi's and Ubers to see to safely to your destination at reasonable rates. Whistlewood is very centrally positioned for both business and international visitors who have business in Port Elizabeth, being close to the Airport and having easy access to the N2 freeway. If here for an event , we have a Hair Salons and Spa with-in a 5 minute walk from the guesthouse. If you into sport the Little Walmer Golf Club is not far away , although you will need to pay to play. If you wanting restaurant recommendations please contact me and I can send list to consider. We are nicely located next to the Hussar Grill so having a fine dining steak experience is only 2 minutes away. We are only 12 minutes to the beachfront by car. So if the sea and the sand is too much, you can you can relax by the pool at your own pace in a safe and tranquil setting. Port elizabeth is not far from many Malari Free Game Lodges , and day trips can be arranged to the Addo National Elephant Park , or to many Private Game Lodges .. full day packages start from R4500 with all transfers , lunch and Dinner with a guarantee of seeing a Lion. Our biggest prize is the incredible marine life. Depending on what time of year you visit. You can experience whales. dolphin, penguins and can join one of the many incredible Raggy Charter Cruises and see these wonderful creatures close up and personal. Half day cruises start from R2200 per adult and slightly less for children. There are also many wonderful Beach hikes, not forgetting the Van Stadens Proteas Nature reserve is also breathtaking day out and the Sacramento coastal Trail. Should you wish to enjoy diving, kayaking or snorkelling we can connect you with Pro Dive , although this weather dependent. Walking Tours of the old city and Townships or Art Museums can be arranged in advance . Make a your stay memorable.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bingo
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
Fast free WiFi 74 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 04:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 4 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 400 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 500 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the unit includes Solar Power facility.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth

  • Guests staying at Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Breakfast to go

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Horse riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Swimming Pool
    • Bingo
    • Game drives
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Beach

  • Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth is 1.6 miles from the centre of Port Elizabeth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth include:

    • Double

  • The prices at Whistlewood Guesthouse Walmer, Port Eizabeth may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.