Do you know that East London is exporters of Mercedez Benz in Brazil and in the US? They’re a dominant player in the motor industry. When it comes to sport, Rugby is quite popular. East London is also into triathlon, football, motocross, cricket, and several other sports. It’s a beautiful and vibrant city with plenty of attractions for the tourists. A few of these frequently visited attractions include the Nahoon Beach, the East London Museum, the East London Aquarium and lots of nature parks. In fact, there are plenty of fun things to do in East London. You can shop in the malls, go swimming, play golf, or take leisure walks in the park. If you’re visiting, check out our list of the best Airbnbs in East London, South Africa. Most of these accommodations are in the beach area to give you a relaxing vacation.
1. Brand-new and well-secured executive suite (from USD 78)
Ideal for business travelers or any two guests, this guest suite hosted by Elize is one of the most luxurious apartments in East London. It has that minimal and midcentury feel throughout. There’s a small but complete kitchen and an island bar, a large sectional with a cowhide rug, a lavish king bed, and an immaculate, bare bathroom with a tub.
Complete privacy is to be expected in this secured suite which is located amongst nature but is close enough to the commercial centers.
River Suite: luxury, security, ease for executivesEast London, Eastern Cape, South AfricaSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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amazing accomodation stellar amenities and a brilliant breakfast a definate must visitbeautiful interior design a large comfortable spacethere is a very comfortable king bed and large bathroomamazing stay beautiful accommodation and incredible breakfaststhe breakfasts were amazing and i felt spoiltCleanliness:
absolutely stunning clean and spaciousthe venue was spotless and extremely well decoratedit's an amazing place clean and very close to the mallsan absolute pleasure staying at river suite clean peaceful locationHost:
elize is a great hostthe host is very nice and welcomingelize is a great hostelize is a great hostelize is the best hostRead more reviewsLocation:
this place was absolute perfectionseems like a great neighbourhoodlovely spacious suite in a safe neighbourhoodelegant home away from home apartment in a beautiful location of east londonthis is by far the best place i have stayed in east london
2. Open-plan cottage with a private courtyard (from USD 33)
One of the newer studio apartments to rent in East London is this modern cottage that’s close to Nahoon Beach. The sleeping area is next to a large window with a courtyard view, but there’s a blackout curtain for complete privacy. There is a loveseat in the living space, which also has a flat-screen TV and few books on the shelf.
Although the rental is close to restaurants and shops, there is a full kitchen with a breakfast bar available to you here. A private bathroom with a spacious shower is at your disposal too!
Brand new, upmarket open plan cottage in NahoonAccommodates: 2
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the place is cozy modern and very comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and neatplace was neat and very clean and exactly as advertisedthe place is very modern and cleannot only was it sparkling clean but ivonne was a super hostthe location is great the place is very spacious clean and functionalHost:
ivonne was a wonderful host that was very helpfula very welcoming host and beautiful apartmentnice and quiet lvonne was a great hostivonne is one of the most gracious friendly professional hosts i have ever metplace was really awesome with a very friendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location toogreat place in a wonderful locationamazing location safe close to the beach and other cool restaurantsthe location is central quiet very safe and has many activities on offerthis is definitely a place i will come back to
3. Coral Seaview apartment (from USD 29)
This apartment is at Coral Seaview where there’s also a swimming pool, clubhouse and tennis court available for the guests. Although some essentials are provided such as bed sheets and toilet paper, you’re advised to bring swimming towels and tennis racquets. Play games, take a dip in the pool, or simply relax in your bedroom with great views of the ocean. You can literally hear the sound of the waves while you sleep! It’s both rejuvenating and amazing.
Lodge on Coral Seaview apartment.East London , Eastern cape, South AfricaAccommodates: 2
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bed and showrer are amazingcossy little apartment with a lovely viewwhat a comfortable stay claire's place is beautiful and had all the amenities i wantedwe loved our stay here and were wowed by the fantastic apartment and viewsmy wife and i couldn't have asked for better accommodation we had everything we needed in the roomCleanliness:
very clean and cozy placethe room is clean and tidythe unit was exceptionally clean and good quality linen etcspacious extremely well equipped and very clean facilitythe place is neat/clean and the area is safeHost:
claire was very friendlyclaire is a great hostclaire and her husband are the most awesome hoststhe hosts are very welcoming and friendlyclaire very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
nice quiete and close to seagreat place to stay near to the beachvery secure location with a very contemporary stylelocation is great and access to the remote beach is really enjoyablebeautiful location very close to an amazing beach with sand dunes as far as the eye can see
4. Two-bedroom seaview apartment (from USD 48)
You’ll have everything you need in this two-bedroom apartment with stunning sea views. Two large balconies are perfect for chilling and relaxing in the afternoon while listening to the sound of the waves. This Airbnb in East London is self-catering. The fully equipped kitchen will be useful for cooking those delicious meals for the family. Here you’ll get complete privacy for there is a private entrance to your apartment and you won’t be sharing house amenities with other guests. The swimming pool, clubhouse and the tennis court are shared though.
2 Bedroom seaview maisonette self cateringEast London, Eastern Cape, South AfricaAccommodates: 4
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picturesque views of the sea from the comfort of the couch and beda wonderful place with a great seaview from the rooma spacious comfy apartment with a gorgeous balcony over looking the seathe apartment was fully kitted out with a great view and very neat and cleanlovely rooms nerve view 2minutes walk to the beachCleanliness:
very clean modern and spaciouseverything is huge clean and wonderfulsuper clean and has everything you need for your staybeautiful luxury space well kept and cleanneat clean and everything you need from welcoming treats and essentials for the first nightHost:
claire is an amazing hostfriendly service and staff when checking inwhat a wonderful home and such a lovely hostsuperior accommodation with an amazing hostshe’s such a gracious hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantasticperfect location for a get away weekendexcellent value and close to the airportlovely spacious house in a beautiful locationabsolutely stunning house and great location right beside a beautiful beach where we walked and swam
5. The Beach cottage (from USD 47)
Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted with fresh farm milk or coffee and tea. Then you can look outside and see amazing sea views or beautiful cows grazing on green pastures. Walk to the beach and feel the sea breeze. When you get lucky, you may spot some dolphins. This home, ideal for families or solo travelers, is a walking distance to the beach. It includes a functional kitchen all at your disposal, a bathtub, wifi, barbecue grill, and a balcony. This Airbnb in East London is beachfront and is also near the airport.
The Beach CottageAccommodates: 4
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the view from the kitchen over the green flowing hills of the dairy farm is equally beautifulvery comfortable and modern sea side cottage in a pristine settingthere is only a bench and table and in fact of the beautiful view there could be morevery comfortable sleeper sofathe cottage has everything you would need; it is beautively furnished and very comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and tidyit‘s very clean and modernit was very clean and very well equippedvery modern and clean and spacious with everything you needbeautiful and clean place to say highly recommendedHost:
gayle is a wonderful host and the farm hospitality made us instantly feel at homegayle was a really great hosthosts supplied us with fresh milk daily and braai woodit was easy to communicate with the hosts and they were really helpfulgayle and greg were such amazing hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
a short walk away is beautiful cove rockwhat an unexpected treasure so close to east londongreat stay perfect location between durban and garden routeabsolutely gorgeous grounds and short walk to a beautiful beachbeautiful location and an extremely well and thoughtfully appointed space
6. African loft apartment (from USD 33)
Stay in a fully furnished apartment with lots of amenities including uncapped wifi, cable TV, air-conditioning, barbecue, a full kitchen, lounge area, and secure parking. And if you’re a golf enthusiast, the East London Golf Club is very close. Do you fancy the beach? It’s only a few minutes away from this home. Your accommodation will also include linens and towels. This loft apartment is also extremely comfortable, clean and convenient. It can accommodate up to six guests, so ideal for small families and a group of friends.
African Loft ApartmentEast London, Eastern Cape, South AfricaAccommodates: 6
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the flat is very comfortable with nice modern amenities and was a great place to spend one nighta neat comfortable and secure place with warm and helpful people in the premisesa great stay comfortable quiet aircon if needed very thoughtful little touchsthe place was exactly as described me and my family were very comfortablevery neat apartment warm and welcomingCleanliness:
clean comfortable and magically serviced every dayvery clean and good valueaccommodation clean and very tastefully decoratedas always good clean and friendlythe flat is very clean and well equippedHost:
she was an excellent hostshe is an outstanding hostchase was a great hostchase is a great hostshe is also a gracious and very accommodating hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfectly located in an upmarket central and very safe neighborhoodchace's place is ideally located in a beautiful part of east londonreally good value for money perfect location and spacious apartmentthe accommodation was comfortable well located and very spaciouschace's place is beautiful and is in a beautiful location
7. Comfortable private flat (from USD 33)
Ideal for two guests, this comfortable flat is overlooking the pool area. It has a small kitchen equipped with a fridge, stove, oven, some dishes, and silverware. The lounge area has cable TV and a comfortable couch. To get to the beach, you would have to drive for about 10 minutes. Restaurants, shops, and pubs are also just a few minutes away. The bedroom is spacious and super nice. This is a superb accommodation plus extremely accommodating hosts. Guests will get private entrance and parking is free here.
Comfortable Private FlatAccommodates: 2
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comfortable furnishings with the self-catering equipment all availablevery comfortable place - modern tasteful and practical design - perfect and uncomplicated - very recommendable thanks carey-anncarey-anne’s facility is of a high standard and we were warmly welcomedCleanliness:
clean and fairly spacious placethis is a clean beautiful and spacious placethe place is spacious clean quite and comfortableeverything ist super cleancarey-anne's place is lovely very clean spacious quiet and provides privacyHost:
wonderful host adorable dogs and friendly staffthe host is friendly and helpfulshe is friendly helpful and accommodating of our plansgreat host and a lovely placebeautiful apartment and thoughtful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
was a perfect location and very comfortablecarey-anne's place is perfectly located in the heart of east londona very comfortable stay and convenient locationgreat family great location and great flatgreat and tidy place in a central location
8. Child-friendly, two-bedroom home (from USD 33)
This two-bedroom, child-friendly home in East London is only a few minutes to the beach. It’s extremely safe for it has a monitored alarm system. It features a big garden perfect for families with kids. They also have a large lawn and a barbecue area for get-togethers. Each accommodation will include some essentials (bed sheets, towels, toilet paper), TV, wifi, hot water, workstation, free parking. The kitchen is also at your disposal.
GWIVEMOS @ 11a VirginiaAccommodates: 4
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we made use of the fan provided to keep mozzies away and slept wellwe especially appreciated the tea and breakfast things that were provided even though it's self cateringthe beds were good and comfortable with nice linensCleanliness:
very neat and spotlesslovely place to be very clean place and quite neighbourhoodgreat place super clean and worth every centlovely place to be for the entire family clean and hospitablegreat host the place is nice and clean described perfectly with breakfast also providedHost:
friendly host she makes you feel at homethe host is very thoughtfulvery welcoming host and co-hostvery nice apartment and helpful hostaccommodating friendly and enthusiastic hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
had a great time at mihlali’s placegreat property comfortable and spacious in a very quiet locationit's the perfect location very quiet peaceful and private highly recommendmihlali's place is a great dealthe place is clean and it’s close to a shopping center
9. Clean apartment (from USD 26)
This affordable accommodation has clean and modern bedrooms. You may not get sea views here but the forest views are just as stunning as the sea. This home is near Hemingway Mall and the King Williams town where you can get a chance to go hiking at Amatola or visit Amathole Museum. The bedrooms are air-conditioned and essentials such as towels and sheets are already provided. It’s clean and comfortable accommodation that would suit a traveler’s budget. The apartment is a 10-minutes drive away from the beach.
Shift Adventures BnBEast London, Eastern Cape, South AfricaAccommodates: 3
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the place has easy access it was easy to find the room was very comfortable i enjoyed my staythe was a great value offer i was upgrade to double bed unitCleanliness:
the place is clean comfortable and very neateverything was spotlessly clean the bed excellent and we slept exceptionally wellnice and tranquil and good clean facilitythe room was clean and comfortable with lovely finishingsher place is cosy clean and comfortable for a short stayHost:
renay was a wonderful hostrenee is a great hosta very nice hostrenay she is so very kind and responses fastgreat place excellent value for money renay is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location good only 5 min from hemmingways mall and 10 min from east london centralwas just a nights stop and close to n2 so perfect for our needsthe location and exterior were not as expected but the rooms were clean and in good conditionperfect place to relax
10. Apartment close to major establishments in East London
This home which can accommodate up to four guests is close to the Hemmingway Mall and Vincent Park where there are a variety of shops to choose from. The Beacon Hospital is also nearby. When you book this accommodation, you’ll get free wifi, a workspace, a TV, some essentials like towels and sheets, and a private living room. You’re not allowed to use the kitchen but don’t worry for breakfast will be provided. There are several restaurants near the area too.
@ Cul de sacEast London, Eastern Cape, South AfricaTop guest reviews
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great comfy and clean and large roomsvery clean beautiful space and amazing hosther home has ample space is spotless great linen and towelsthe house has been recently refurbished and all the rooms are impeccably cleanthe rooms were clean the beds were comfortable and nondumiso is a great hostHost:
nondimuso was a fantastic hostthe host was welcoming and sweetthank you to the helpful and attentive hostnondomiso is an absolute great host love her hospitalityamazing host hospitality on another level definitely going there againRead more reviewsLocation:
good location nice quiet surroundingsa great place in a great neighborhoodit is situated in a lovely quiet areait is a tidy home located in a quiet safe suburbgreat location for your road trip in south africa
11. Beachroad apartment
Stay close to Nahoon Beach with this two-bedroom apartment in East London. If you love to play golf, there is a golf course very close to this home. Several restaurants are within the vicinity too. Other amenities include some essentials, cable TV and an uncapped internet. There is also a space for a laptop if you’re working from home.
Beachroad Apartment - uncapped WIFI & DSTVEast London, Eastern Cape, South AfricaTop guest reviews
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wi-fi and dstv nice extrascomfy apartment with super fast uncapped wifia very central place lots of space nice tvs dstv and fast wifisafe and secure place with excellent wifi facilities and great value for moneydstv wifi a projector oh yes definitely booking with you again in elCleanliness:
the place is clean and modernthe apartment was clean quiet and safeclean neat tidy well organisedgreat clean and beautiful space to relax and unwindsparking clean great space especially for the priceHost:
the owner was is very helpfulpolite helpful hosts who communicate wellhost was quick on responses great check in processreally great place and great hostthe place is nice with big bedrooms and there host gave us privacyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great very close to the beachclose to a good sparclose to spar in a safe areajustin & lisa's place is great value for money located conveniently within a lovely neighborhood and close to amenitiesthis is a well-equipped flat near the beach and near some useful shops
12. Honeymoon house at Villa Panorama
This home has a country-like feel and very close to nature. It’s in a really quiet location with plenty of farm animals. The sea is also just a walking distance. The rental offers one bedroom with two beds and a bathroom, which is ideal for couples, solo travelers and business travelers, but can also accommodate a family of three as there is a sofa bed in the living room. Amenities include TV, wifi, laptop-friendly workspace, and other essentials. You’re free to also use the kitchen, garden, and the balcony. Please note that this is a pet-friendly apartment.
Honeymoon House, Villa Panorama.East London, Eastern Cape, South AfricaTop guest reviews
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adorable doggies and was otherwise very comfortable to stay inCleanliness:
cabin was clean and well equippedthe place was clean and comfortablea quaint basic space - perfectly adequate and very clean but not somewhere i'd want to spend relaxingHost:
sharon was a wonderful hostsharon was a very friendly and open hearted hostsharon was very accommodating and made us feel welcomelovely host and dogs would recommendshe is an amazing host and went the extra-mile to help me and make me feel comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location beautiful decor very comfortablecute place on a rambling propertyher place is very cosy and is a perfect stop-over to get to the airportcalming scenery and loved the geese (and birds) at the place
The Mercedez Benz Park
Because their economy relies mostly on the motor industry, this 6th largest city in South Africa is also known as the Mercedez Benz Park or the Car Park. If you love cars, East London is definitely the place to be in South Africa. You’ll surely have fun here especially if you’re also into sports. Plan your vacation asap and use our list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in the area.
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