15 Portulaca Road, 5247 East London, South Africa
#14 of 111 Holiday rentals in East London
Guests' ChoiceBased on 163 apartment reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
9.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 10 May 2024
Hendrik
South AfricaN/A
Marelize is amazing. Very accommodating and brilliant.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Chimene
South AfricaEverything was lovely . Nothing to fault
It was very clean , modern , quiet and in a lovely area . Very kind host and lovely cleaning lady .
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Marx
South AfricaCosey room for traveling for work. No Wi-Fi when there is no loadshedding.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Lihan
South AfricaNothing
Great room in beautiful garden
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Phalane
South Africathere’s honestly nothing not to like…
Everything about the property is to tier…clean and well looked after, great host welcoming and extremely lovely soul… the two lil kids are great welcoming hosts too🤗
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Anna
South AfricaNone.
The comfort of the room and the perfect garden was a blessing.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Adriaan
South AfricaSecure, Cosy and beautiful accommodation with very friendly host. Very safe and quiet neighbourhood. I highly recommend the Blue Door to anyone looking for a amazing place to spend a night or 3.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Beauty
South AfricaLoved everything about the place,very clean,friendly staff and a warm welcome from Marlize ,easy to find great location next everything....Scenery is soo beautiful 😍 🤩....I would definitely go back again it's worth it
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Thikazi
South AfricaNothing
The place is very neat and aesthetically pleasing, great value for money!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Tumi
South AfricaN/A
Hospitable place. I would like to come back if given a chance
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Nom17
South AfricaThere's no backup for load shedding and that's literally the only thing.
Loved everything about my stay. Room was so comfortable and the location is perfect. Wished I could have stayed for longer.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Lihle
South AfricaEverything was perfect.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Thabang
South AfricaThere was a big dog. Even though I was told it's friendly. I have a fear of dogs.
The place was clean and quiet. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Nom17
South AfricaGreat location, lovely hosts and the room was beautiful. Highly recommend.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 13 October 2023
Anita
ZambiaI honestly had such a lovely stay. The hosts were so helpful (but I barely had to ask for help because everything was great, down to the last detail). I would definitely recommend this property to any and every person visiting East London. Oh and the bed!!! Don't get me started on the bed. I felt like I was sleeping on a cloud. Overall, my experience was a 10/10.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 13 October 2023
Isandisele
South AfricaI liked the cozy space. The outdoor lush greenery was also a bonus
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 11 October 2023
Brad
South AfricaGreat stay and will keep it on my list
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 August 2023
Bandile
South AfricaNothing
I liked everything about the place. Way better than in the pictures, we were very excited about the place and their service
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Hannweg
South AfricaNo load shedding back up alternative power available, other than a rechargeable lantern.
The BnB is small so personalized attention is afforded to visitors. Unit was clean and had all the amenities required. Good attention to detail.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 26 July 2023
Nomagugu
South AfricaThey must have WiFi that works during load shedding.
Hosts and cleaning lady were friendly and helpful. The property was clean, safe, quiet and central. Loved the big rooms with lounge area.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 24 July 2023
Neliswa
South AfricaNothing...
Spacious room...clean and neat...comfortable bed...warm room with a patio that I had ☕️ on...
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 9 July 2023
Ashwin
South AfricaEXCELLENT STAY WITH GREAT HOSTS , GOOD CLEAN PROPERTY COMFORTABLE AND GOOD BREAKFAST WILL DEFINITELY RETURN HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 5 July 2023
Sesethu
South AfricaI likes everything, from the location friendliness of the staff and owner plus my room was worth my money
It was everything I hoped it would be as I was so tired needed to rest. Found it clean, spacious and comfortable.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 26 June 2023
Singa
South AfricaClean and stylish
Stayed in June 2023
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