Dubbed the “friendly city,” Port Elizabeth, South Africa is a city that exudes a relaxed atmosphere and attracts visitors in search of an opportunity to log off from the busyness of their everyday activities. With so many things to do and world-class amenities, it’s hard to think of why you wouldn’t want to go. Along with activities to keep visitors busy, Port Elizabeth offers a myriad of the best places to stay suited to travellers’ needs. However, if you are looking for unique and quirky experiences, then Port Elizabeth boasts an array of options, from a tree top accommodation to a farm-style apartment. Read this list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
1. Stunning beachfront villa with an outdoor pool (from USD 137)
This beautifully-designed beachfront villa is the perfect getaway for travelers seeking comfort, luxury, and stunning ocean views. There is a high-definition TV with standard cable, premium cable, and Netflix, ensuring you can access all your favorite shows and movies.
Stay connected with Wi-Fi, allowing you to easily share your photos and experiences with friends and family back home. The property offers a travel crib, high chair, children’s dinnerware, and window guards for families with young children, ensuring their safety and comfort. The bathtub is also perfect for having some privacy and unwinding.
Outside, the patio with an outdoor dining area is perfect for al fresco meals. Meanwhile, the private outdoor pool is ideal for soaking in the sun. Enjoy grilling up your favorite meals with the provided grill. Free parking is available, ensuring a safe and convenient place for guests’ vehicles.
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this is a beautiful tranquil space open yet cozyCleanliness:
everything was spotlessly clean and well equipedclean and is in a quiet area and the ocean is closethe accommodation was spacious beautiful and cleanwell equipped clean home with a stunning locationamazing nice view and very clean houseHost:
tanya & ros are excellent hosts they were most welcoming and helpful throughout our stayoverall amazing hosts place and timehouse is lovely and tanya is an amazing hosttanya was an excellent host and stayed in regular contact to make sure we were comfortablethey are very attentive and very informative and overall just superb hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location for familythe house is very beautiful and the location is superbwell kept house in a beautiful locationyou’ll enjoy the location and the comfort of the house as welltheir home provided an amazing location for our family holiday right on the beachfront
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2. Serene cottage with a spacious deck (from USD 42)
This charming cottage in the heart of a lush forest is the perfect retreat for nature lovers. The spacious deck, with its outdoor dining area and comfortable loungers, is ideal for al fresco dining, lounging, and enjoying the refreshing scenery. A wall-mounted TV allows you to catch up on your favorite shows while unwinding after a day of exploring.
If you’re traveling with children, the property has a crib, books, and toys. There’s a grill for your barbecue and a fire pit for quality time. For those hot days, a shared outdoor pool is just a few steps away, where you can take a refreshing dip or sunbathe on a poolside lounger.
If you’re looking for a beach getaway, you’re in luck because this home is nearby Sardinia Bay Beach and comes fully equipped with beach essentials such as towels, an umbrella, a beach blanket, and snorkeling gear.
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rooms were neat and cleanwe really enjoyed our stay the place was well equiped clean and neatHost:
host was helpful and accommodativethe host was amazing and very quick to help and respondamazing place amazing host and so helpful and made us feel right at homeamazing place with an amazing hostvery peaceful place and the hosts are super niceRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to get away from the rush of life awesome accommodation and great locationgreat place with outdoor terrace right in the middle of the forestamazing location and great hostwe would definitely recommend this placecomfortable and rustic place just outside pe
3. The Red Shed (from USD 91)
If you’re in search of a bucolic experience with a tough modern edge, head to the outskirts of Port Elizabeth where you will find The Red Shed. Set on a working dairy farm, enjoy the serenity of the surroundings and the many activities and amenities in close proximity of the accommodation. Guest have an array of opportunities to explore the surroundings, from a peaceful walk to the local cafes and restaurants to a blissful cycle to the beach. The Red Shed features a well-equipped kitchen, open plan bedrooms and even an indoor “braai” area. The Red Shed caters to all ages, and guests have access to the trampoline, swimming pool, and tennis court. The glass structure and design of the house allows natural light to enter. The Red Shed is where the countryside meets modern sophistication.
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there is good wifithe inside braai is a nice touch and can be used as a nice heater during colder eveningswhat a lovely airbnb with all amenities and facilities for a great weekend awaythe indoor braai and pool table kept us entertained for hoursit is incredibly comfortable judy has paid attention to so many detailsCleanliness:
beautiful setting very clean and tidythe house is amazing clean and comfortableeverything was clean and the communication was great we recommend judy’s place to everyonesuper clean and tidy definitely a recommendationunique accommodation very modern and spacious very cleanHost:
the surrounding farm is very peaceful and judy was a wonderful hostamazing place the host was very lovely and helpfulik can recommend the red shed to everybody specially with a host like judyjudy is a wonderful hostfriendly and efficient hostRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful place close to the beachstaylish and located in a beautiful placenice house close to port elizabeth enjoyed the staywe visited addo park which was greata nice walk to the beach is invigorating
4. Tree Tops (from USD 50)
Fancy living like Tarzan and Jane without the discomfort? Book a room at Tree Top, a tree house experience with a difference. This rental accommodation in Port Elizabeth has an open plan set up that allows for the cool breeze to filter through the room, keeping the sleeping area fresh and airy. Wake up to the greenery of the indigenous garden and the twitter of the local birds. Within close proximity of the airport, guests have access to the many eateries situated near Tree Top. Climb the stone stairs to your secluded room offering stunning views from the deck.
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great bed furnishings and tea/coffee facilities a lovely touchit was relaxing and comfortable with excellent viewsthe room itself is large beautifully decorated and has stunning viewsthe room is beautiful and better than what we expected plus it has amazing viewsthe room with huge sliding doors looks out onto a magnificent gardenCleanliness:
very stylish & cleanit is immaculately clean beautifully decorated and a truly unique spacethe place was spotlessly clean and beautiful and we found some good restaurants not that far awaythe room was clean well furnished and had a really nice shower there is a covered parkingthe room is very spacious ad well appointedHost:
fiona is a great hostfiona is welcoming and a great hostfiona is the perfect host: friendly welcoming and very helpfulfiona and john are charming wonderful hostsfiona is a very nice and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
this location is amazing just book itall while being central to everything cool and hip in pethe location is sooo goodlocation was great and the place was easily accessiblefionas place is really amazing
5. Seaside Apartment (from USD 59)
Wake up to the sound of crashing waves from this splendid apartment. This apartment’s selling point is that it is situated right on the beach with the blue waters of the Indian Ocean as your backdrop. The apartment is fully equipped with all the essential appliances and each room is designed to complement the open and airy atmosphere of the apartment. Sink into the ultra-comfortable bed and watch the worries of your everyday disappear, or relax by the poolside in the afternoon sun. This is the perfect location just to go offline and relax.
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a great property with amazing views of table mountain and the sunseta great beautiful comfortable apartment with the best views with the most convenient location in pethe very comfortable beds and quality bed linens guarantee a good night's restthe beds are very good quality and very comfortable and the bathrooms were immaculategreat apartment we had everything we needed including a fabulous book of places to visitCleanliness:
very clean & comfortable accommodationthe apartment is beautiful and sparkling cleanthe house was sparkling cleanwas very clean and tidy and check in was a breezeit was clean and comfortable with an easy check in facilityHost:
micheal is a perfect hostthe owners are warm kind and very professional constantly making you feel comfortablemicheal and his wife are super hosts and make the stay enjoyablehost is very friendly and responds quickly to any queries you may haveit is also decently baby friendly with a nice outside lawn for kids to run onRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectlovely location walking distance to many great adventuresfantastic location well presented secure apartmentgreat apartment in an awesome locationshopping mall close by and so are many good restaurants
6. Dream apartment by the sea (from USD 63)
Enjoy pristine views of the Indian Ocean from the balcony of this charming apartment by the sea. This cheap Airbnb in Port Elizabeth has each room stylishly designed to perfection to give guests a home away from home experience. Frolic in the turquoise blue waters of the pool or enjoy a relaxed walk on the beach with the warm sand beneath your feet. The apartment is fully furnished with all the essentials and guests have access to Wi-Fi and Netflix.
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wifi is super quick;beautiful sea facing viewscomfortable home with a beautiful sea viewbeautiful apartment great views we had a lovely stayour boys enjoyed the pool wifi books and netflixlovely apartment with amazing sea viewsCleanliness:
very clean and beautiful apartmentclean and beautiful very safevery clean and had everything you needscenic clean stylish secure and comfortablevery beautiful and clean apartment in a very lovely complexHost:
can recommend this hostvery helpful and nice hostthe host is friendly and always in touchmichael was a great host and i would recommend his place any timehost michael was easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location close to everythingbeautiful place location is amazinggreat location next to the beachbeautiful condo in the best locationmichael ‘s place is in the ideal beach front location in pe and nicely decorated
7. Modern loft apartment (from USD 47)
Located in a prime location, this Airbnb apartment in Walmer, Port Elizabeth, is perfect for the traveller in search of comfort and tranquillity while enjoying a city break. Just 2 km (1.2 mi) from the airport, guests can experience the buzz of the local people at one of the local restaurants or shopping malls, which are within walking distance of the apartment. This apartment offers guests an open plan living area and kitchen fully stocked with cooking and eating utensils. In the living area, the sliding door opens into a private garden where guest can spend their afternoons or enjoy a coffee in the morning.
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comfortable and a couple of bonus features including netflix and free wififab and comfy little loft well fitted out with netflix and wifithis loft apartment is perfect for a couple or a single person for that matterthis is a must stay place that is extremely well equipped and comfortable withCleanliness:
a very clean and stylish placeunit was clean and modern and well equippeda comfortable modern and clean loft apartmentthe loft is super clean and cozysecure and clean surroundingsHost:
she is a friendly hostthank you to the lovely host for her friendlinessthe host communicated very well and ensured everything we needed was arrangedshe is a lovely friendly hostess that makes sure you are happy and comfortablethe host is extremely kind and considerate and was willing to adapt to our specific traveling timesRead more reviewsLocation:
good stay with a central locationsafe and secure and close to shopsthe location is very secure and we felt safehad such a lovely stay location very centralvery central and close to lots of great restaurants
8. Modern loft apartment (from USD 50)
This apartment is suitable for the solo traveller, business traveller, or simply individuals in search of a brief respite from their daily routine. This Airbnb property in Port Elizabeth provides all the essentials and a little more to ensure your stay is pleasant and enjoyable. From the private gardens to the open plan living area, guests will find it hard to leave following their stay.
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wifi smart tv and netflix a plusa remote operated fan in the bedroom as it can get warm at nightwe loved the comfortable bed secure parking in the premisesthe space is super stylish and comfortablethe beds were very comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and modern apartmentmodern beautiful and clean apartmenteverything was clean and freshthe house was clean and beautifulvery clean and modern apartment with safe parkingHost:
thank you to a very thoughtful hostgreat space and wonderful hostgreat host great placeamazing space and great hostthe hosts are friendly and respond very quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
charming apartment in a great locationthis is a beautiful and greatly located placebeautiful loft in a prime location near fantastic restaurantsgreat location as it is in close proximity to dining places activities and the beachperfect and modern apartment great central location
9. The Pearl (from USD 118)
Watch the warm hues of the morning sun kiss your skin or take a bubble bath with spectacular views from this Modern Villa. The villa boasts splendid views of the Indian Ocean from the deck where guests can enjoy warm afternoons sipping on sundowners. The villa is tastefully designed and can host a large family group in search of a family getaway. The kitchen is stocked with state of the art appliances and utensils. So, grab your loved ones and head on an unforgettable experience.
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the balcony is a great place to have breakfast and enjoy the fresh ocean airbeds are comfortable and so is the couchdining room along with the living room has a fantastic view of the oceaneach room comes with its own bathroom so definitely suitable house for bigger groupsCleanliness:
very clean and spaciousthe house is clean and 'homely'a very clean home with more than adequate space for a large familyit is very easy to live in and keep clean after a busy day outneat and clean with a great viewHost:
friendly and helpful hostgreat hosts and excellent experiencethey were very helpfultanya is ver good hosttanya was an excellent host and quick to answer any questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
we enjoyed the close proximity to the sea and the tranquility of the neighborhoodthe neighbourhood is peaceful and the neighbours are friendlypity we could stay only for a night but would definitely recommend this place to othersdefinitely must see very beautiful place
10. Hopewell House 4
For a rustic stay with modern finesse, book a stay at the Hopewell House. Situated on a nature reserve at the Hopewell Estate, Hopewell House offers unrivalled views of the lush and serene natural environment and is a perfect spot to escape the busyness of city life. Soak up the serenity of the nature reserve from the comfort of the living area or wake up to the sounds of nature from the bed. The modern furnishings lend to the luxurious and authentic ambiance. On the estate, guests have access to the nature reserve, boasting indigenous bucks, and bird watchers can enjoy the 160 different species of birds at the reserve. Mountain bike enthusiasts can explore the terrains of the reserve, while nature lovers can admire the peacefulness on one of the hiking trails or on horseback. End your day with a scrumptious dinner at the restaurant located on the estate.
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
7.32 km (4.6 mi) from Apiarista Bee FarmAccommodates: 10
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super comfortable beds were the icing on the cakethe house is magnificent with beautiful views from all rooms of the natural surroundingsthe house itself is beautifully decorated and features the most amazing views of the reserve from every roombeautifully designed warm and comfortable home away from it all out into natureCleanliness:
it was very clean and tidyhouse was lovely and clean and just as the pictures showloads of space exceptionally clean spectacular beds beautiful viewHost:
lovely place and great hostspieter’s was a great hostgeran was a great host and put in extra effort to make us feel welcomevery quiet and relaxing with great hostsi would absolutely recommend the place and the hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent house in amazing locationamazing location and a wonderful modern housewhat a wonderful stay we had at this stunning locationthe house we stayed in was absolutely magical location and comfort were topvery quiet and peaceful place in a beautiful landscape
11. Bliss by the ocean
As the name suggests, Bliss is the perfect accommodation for beach lovers and guests in search of a tranquil escape from their everyday lives. Guests have access to Pollock Beach, where they can watch the sun rise or enjoy afternoon walks. Bliss offers comfortable accommodation with unrivalled views and free Wi-Fi. The world-famous Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World is walking distance from the accommodation.
12. Contemporary beach apartment
If you’re in search of an apartment accommodation that is close to the buzz of the city, then be sure to book this apartment. Within walking distance of the promenade and vibrant nightlife, this apartment provides guests with a contemporary modern living option. The apartment is intricately designed and allows the natural light to seep through, creating a calm and tranquil escape. Take a stroll to King Beach, where you can take a dip in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean or watch the sky come alive with technicolour kites from local kite surfers.
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
26.38 km (16.4 mi) from Apiarista Bee FarmTop guest reviews
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the apartment is like it looks on the photosit has great wifi access via fibre :)this price includes more than a nice look something like toilet paper and other basic necessitiesthere's no tv but that's not a problem if you're an outdoors personwould be very comfortable for 4Cleanliness:
gorgeous place clean and spaciousbeatifull apartment and very cleanthis place is amazing clean and modernsuper clean - everything you needvery comfy beds and linenit was clean and great for our needsHost:
drew is a great hostmasego the host was helpful and friendlymasego was a very nice host and promptly responded to my messagesthe host masego is very patient and always available to helpdrew was super helpful with all of our questions and the entire experience was an excellent oneRead more reviewsLocation:
super close to everything & very centralgreat location a short walk to the beachgood location close to the see and safe parkingsuper stylish flat close to beach restaurants and barsbeautifully designed apartment well equipped in a central location close to the beach
Port Elizabeth is calling...
So for the historian, the nature lover, the adventurous, and even the adrenaline junkie, Port Elizabeth has the perfect accommodation to suit your travel itinerary.
Frequently asked questions about the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
1. Which Airbnb vacation rentals in Port Elizabeth are beachfront?
This lovely apartment, this dream property, and this modern villa are beachfront vacation rentals in Port Elizabeth, perfect for spending a holiday getaway on the beautiful beach with a refreshing environment.
2. Which Airbnb vacation rentals in Port Elizabeth have parking?
The Red Shed, Tree Tops, this lovely apartment, and this modern loft property all have parking available, offering guests a safe and convenient spot to park their vehicles while staying.
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