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Reviews of Bayside Guesthouse 4 stars

No 6 Tiran Road, Summerstrand, Summerstrand, 6001 Port Elizabeth, South Africa

#7 of 132 B&Bs and Inns in Port Elizabeth

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 69 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Very happy to rebook next year and to recommend further
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    brilliant

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    Wonderful! Certainly recommendable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing I didn't like. All was perfect.

    Everything but especially the friendliness of Alida & Allan. AMAZING.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a lovely stay at this guesthouse. All our short term change request were no problem and we enjoyed our time at this guest house. We felt home :)

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    A very welcoming home!!! Lots of I formation about the local area and South Africa in general! Close to the beach-you ca
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The whole property is absolutely lovely, rooms are laid out in a way that makes them private and gives each guest their own space - there is also communal lounge space which is nice and very comfortable. please keep in mind that this property is not a modern hotel but more a comfortable family home/traditional style - but clean and welcoming

    Friendly welcome Alida our host made us feel like family and went out of her way to drive us to a restaurant for dinner as soon as we arrived as we had no plans and had been travelling all day! The breakfast was absolutely delicious and fresh - and company of the other guests was fun!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    10
    Made to feel like home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The friendliest place to stay in Port Elizabeth. Owners and family could not have been more helpful

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Allan was amazing!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    9.0
    Hostess, Alida was the perfect host who made us feel at home and very welcome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was excellent.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It's a great place to stay and close to the beach area with good restaurants and some shopping. We stayed only one night. It was a great stay for us, and the owner, Alida, made it even better with her hospitality. She even requested her son to take us to Addo Elephant Park at the last minute, and her son Greg made it happen. He also took us around PE and gave lots of information about PE. Overall, I give 10 out 10 for this stay.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    we have had the most amazing stay at Alida, Bayside Guesthouse. Absolutely fantastic tour with Mathias. Alida is always ready with ideas for experiences and good places to eat. thank you very much for a lovely stay where we felt "like home"

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    9.0
    Exceptional guesthouse with a personal touch.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My mother and I was travelling to Cape Town. The property and the location was absolutely great. It had that wonderful home-away from home kinda feeling. The host exceptional and very welcoming. She made sure our stay is top notch. The breakfast was absolutely great. I highly recommenf this establishment.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2023

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 10 nights

    Me & my husband travelled to Port Elizabeth for Iron Man South Africa & this is the best guest house we have ever stayed in. Alida was very welcoming and really took care of us. The breakfasts were amazing, the rooms cleaned regularly, lovely quiet pool area and Alida was very informative of the area, restaurants & tours available. Nothing was too much trouble, she even took me out shopping ! I cannot recommend this place highly enough. Absolutely loved it

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    10
    Wonderful guesthouse with the most personal touch
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. A 12 out of 10. Better than Perfect.

    Great quiet and comfortable place in Summerstrand close to the beaches and some nice restaurants. Outstandingly friendly and hospitable owner Alida made us feel fully at home and did everything and beyond to give us excellent and detailed information not just for the PE area but also for our next stops on our way to Cape Town. Friendly staff member Alan was not just as welcoming and friendly, but also cooked us a delicious breakfast. This stay was the most personal experience we had during our round trip so far. Hospitality taken to the next level. A clear recommendation for anyone visiting PE.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Privacy of our unit. The staff's friendliness and service.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    8.0
    Very secluded accommodation with a great breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was advertised as pet friendly. When we arrived with our puppy they said that they no longer allow animals. We stayed with our puppy, but they should be clear about pet friendliness.

    The staff were very friendly and the breakfast was outstanding. The house and garden were very pleasant.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2023

    10
    Hospitality at its best
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thank you so much Alida for a wonderful stay. You and your staff radiate so much warmth and hospitality which is something all travellers crave. You made our stay a fantastic one!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing everything was great

    excellent

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2023

    10
    Lovely host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    A beautiful guest house 5 minutes away from the beach. The host is one of the most lovely people we have ever met. She makes sure that you lack nothing. The English breaktfast was great. Staying here is highly recommended.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2023

    10
    The owner ‘Big Moma’ makes you feel you belong. She was extremely gracious. Couldn’t expect a better hostess.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We had a lovely large room with its own delightful tree shaded courtyard.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    10
    Beautiful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    literally nothing. there's absolutely no reason to not like that place

    I loved everything about the place. The host is amazing, the breakfast, the room, the outdoor area like everything about being in this place was amazing I liked it all.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    10
    Loved It!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Bayside is not a Guesthouse...It is a home away from home! Alida is a superhost! She goes more than the proverbial 'extra mile' for her guests. Will definately be going back there!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2023

    10
    A lovely stay - staff, atmosphere and facilities all superb!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Everything about the stay was fantastic. A warm welcome, ridiculously good breakfast (Have the "Big Mamma omelette - you won't regret it), lovely atmosphere and great tips on where to head in the area made this a memorable stop on my trip.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2023

    10
    We had a fantastic time and felt at home at the Bay side
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    location was fantastic, 100% safe and spotless. Staff couldn’t have been nicer

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2023

    10
    Best place to stay in Port Elizabeth!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Alida was an absolutely amazing host! This is the best place to stay in Port Elizabeth. I will definitely be back.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly feels like home Very clean

    Stayed in January 2023

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