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Boasting water sports facilities and views of sea, Hathaway Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in East London, less than 1 km from Quigney Eastern Beach. The property was built in 1900 and has air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. The guest house also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The guest house provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. At the guest house, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and specialises in African cuisine. The guest house also includes outdoor fireplace and a picnic area for a day out in the open. Popular points of interest near Hathaway Guest House include East London Golf Club South Africa, Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium and German Settlers Memorial. The nearest airport is East London, 11 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 double bed
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
3 double beds
2 double beds
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double 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

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Pulane
    Lesotho Lesotho
    Breakfast was superb and location I loved is so much.
  • Cathy
    United States United States
    the hospitality and personal attention by staff staff were so kind and knew me by name breakfast was tremendous
  • Antoinette
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was wonderful, a wide range to choose from. The rooms were spacious and very modern with wonderful views. Beds were comfortable and had a wonderful rest, enjoyed every moment.
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.

Managed by Hathaway Guest House

Company review score: 9.3Based on 157 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Hathaway Guest House has been running for over 6 years now, and was a guest house before hand as well. Hathaway Guest House has 21 bedrooms, and we have another guest house called Hathaway On Hudson, which has 12 bedrooms. The guest houses have swimming pools, braai facilities, Free Fibre Wi-Fi, DSTV, Room service, and anything you need or want, our team will do it for you. We have self catering units that are fully equipped. Our rooms over look the ocean, and we have balconies overlooking the ocean and swimming pool for you to enjoy.

Property information

Hathaway Guest House has anything you would need or want. Hathaway Guest House has 21 bedrooms, and we have another guest house called Hathaway On Hudson, which has 12 bedrooms. The guest houses have swimming pools, braai facilities, Free Fibre Wi-Fi, DSTV, Room service, and anything you need or want, our team will do it for you. We have self catering units that are fully equipped. We have fridges, microwaves, coffee and tea stations, in every room. Our rooms over look the ocean, and we have balconies overlooking the ocean and swimming pool for you to enjoy.

Neighbourhood information

Hathaway Guest House is surrounded by nature, trees, greenery, the ocean and beach is super close to us, as well as the golf course. We are located close to schools, CBD area for shops and restaurants. We have East London's top restaurants surrounding us as well as spa's and beauty establishments.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • American • British • Greek • Pizza • Seafood • Grill/BBQ • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Hathaway Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Dressing room
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Fax
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Child safety socket covers
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Plunge pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:30

Check-out

From 07:00 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 of any age 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

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 550 per person, per night

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

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Hathaway Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about Hathaway Guest House

  • Yes, Hathaway Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Hathaway Guest House has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

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

  • Room options at Hathaway Guest House include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Suite
    • Triple
    • Family

  • Hathaway Guest House is 1.7 miles from the centre of East London. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.8 miles from Hathaway Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hathaway Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Hathaway Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Bicycle rental

  • The prices at Hathaway Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.