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9.2

Exceptional

563 reviews

563 reviews

View9
Beach8
Breakfast6
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9.6

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Supertubes 680 m
Jeffreys Bay Golf Club 920 m
Jeffrey's Bay Shell Museum (Charlotte Kritzinger Shell Museum) 1.4 km
The Bookshop 1.6 km
Surf Museum 1.6 km
Noorsekloof Local Authority Nature Reserve 1.6 km
Fountains Mall 2.7 km
Jeffreys Bay Train Station 3.3 km
Jay-Bay Sandboarding 4.4 km
Kabeljousrivier Train Station 5.0 km

On the Beach Guesthouse

32 Waterkant Street, Jeffreys Bay, Jeffreys Bay, South Africa, 6330 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the Jeffreys Bay part of Jeffreys Bay, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 4-star property features restaurant to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Sparkling clean

Check-in/out [private]

Excellent room comfort & quality

Airport transfer

Facilities

Airport transfer

Car park

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Golf course [on-site]

Private beach

Bicycles

BBQ facilities

Value for money8.6
Distance to city center1 Km
Location rating9.6

Rooms available at On the Beach Guesthouse

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.7

Two-Bedroom Suite
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  • Room size: 55 m²/592 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 1 queen bed and 2 single be...
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Executive Studio Room
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 1 king bed or 2 single beds
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Deluxe Room
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 1 king bed or 2 single beds
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Beach Room
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  • Room size: 21 m²/226 ft²
  • Sea (partial view) view
  • 1 king bed or 2 single beds
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Double or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 21 m²/226 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed or 2 single beds
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Penthouse Room
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  • Room size: 37 m²/398 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 1 king bed or 2 single beds
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Standard Double or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 king bed or 2 single beds
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Family Two Bedrooms Suite with Sea Facing
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  • Room size: 55 m²/592 ft²
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Suite
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  • Room size: 54 m²/581 ft²
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Superior Double or Twin Room with Ocean View
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
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Frequently asked questions

Does On the Beach Guesthouse offer shuttle service for getting around?

For your ease of travel around the city, On the Beach Guesthouse provides None right at your doorstep making it simple for you to get to places quickly.

Does On the Beach Guesthouse provide laundry services?

Yes! On the Beach Guesthouse provides laundry service at your discretion and even hot water linen and laundry washing for whenever you need your favorite outfits clean and fresh all throughout your getaway. Please contact the property for more information.

Does On the Beach Guesthouse offer dry cleaning services?

Yes! On the Beach Guesthouse offers dry cleaning service that is available all throughout your stay, ensuring you're always looking your finest in your favorite outfit. Please contact the property for more information.

How many floors does On the Beach Guesthouse have?

On the Beach Guesthouse has a total of 2 floors.

How long do visitors typically stay at On the Beach Guesthouse?

Verified past guests that have stayed at On the Beach Guesthouse had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

In which languages can On the Beach Guesthouse's employees communicate?

On the Beach Guesthouse can communicate up to 2 languages which includes English for visitors that have a preference for this language. Please refer to the "Amenities and facilities" section and in the "Languages spoken" category to find out what other languages this property supports.

What is the verified guest review consensus about On the Beach Guesthouse's coffee?

100.0% of our past guest reviews have given an optimistic review and remarks about this property's coffee. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for On the Beach Guesthouse down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Solo travelers' have given to On the Beach Guesthouse?

Verified solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given On the Beach Guesthouse an average rating of 8.9. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Couples' have given to On the Beach Guesthouse?

Past couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given On the Beach Guesthouse an average rating of 9.0. You can look up on more descriptive customer reviews, and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that verified Families with older children have given to On the Beach Guesthouse?

Verified families with older children that have stayed at this property have given On the Beach Guesthouse an average rating of 9.0. You can look up more comprehensive customer testimonials and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What do local visitors think about On the Beach Guesthouse?

Verified local travelers that have stayed at this property have given On the Beach Guesthouse an average rating of 10.0. You can look up on more specific customer ratings, and remarks for this property down in the review section.

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What people love about On the Beach Guesthouse

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "This is a great hotel in a wonderful location, staff are super friendly and helpful, would definitely recommend!"

    Marco

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    November 1, 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "It is perfectly situated and a short walk by beach or road to shops and restaurants."

    Julie

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    April 13, 2021

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Breakfast

    "Excellent breakfast and cappuccinos."

    Karen

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    May 14, 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 214 Jeffreys Bay properties
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Location score
9.6/10
Room comfort score
8.7/10
Cleanliness score
9.2/10
Service score
8.8/10
Better than
98
%
of Jeffreys Bay properties
Better than
97
%
of Jeffreys Bay properties
Better than
96
%
of Jeffreys Bay properties
Better than
95
%
of Jeffreys Bay properties
Overall rating:

9.2

Exceptional
563 reviews
Cleanliness
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Location
9.6
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More about On the Beach Guesthouse

More about On the Beach Guesthouse

On the Beach Guesthouse

The facilities and services provided by On the Beach Guesthouse ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. Pre-plan your rides to and from the airport with the hotel's easy to book transportation services. The hotel provides taxi, car hire and shuttle services to help you get to where you want to go in Jeffreys Bay.
Parking is available and free, provided by the hotel for guests with their own transportation. While lodging at this wonderful hotel, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include concierge service and safety deposit boxes. The hotel even offers a fireplace for a warm atmosphere on chilly nights. The hotel's on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less.
In-room conveniences include room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. The hotel is entirely non-smoking, ensuring a clean air environment. Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at On the Beach Guesthouse. The hotel provides linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms at On the Beach Guesthouse include a balcony or terrace, as part of the room design. Some selected rooms have television and cable TV to keep guests entertained.
The hotel also provides guests with a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee and instant tea in some rooms. On the Beach Guesthouse also provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in bathrooms for select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Start your vacation days in the best possible way. Begin every morning of your stay with an in-house breakfast. Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the hotel. Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's bar.
If you're truly selective about eating, you'll be grateful for the in-house BBQ facilities available here.
To fill your days, be sure to check out the fantastic facilities offered at On the Beach Guesthouse. The hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Be sure to enjoy the accessible beach nearby. Hot days can be cool fun with water activities like snorkeling, non-motorized water sports, diving and wind surfing. You won't need anything for water activity fun other than your own enthusiasm, with aquatic activity conveniences like canoes and water park made available at On the Beach Guesthouse.
Have some easy fun and maybe meet others while playing recreation activities such as horse riding. In a competitive mood? Get sporty with your travel group or other guests at the mini golf course, golf course on site, hiking trails and bowling alley in the hotel. Have some relaxing fun with family and friends at the library and shared lounge and TV area.


Reasons to stay here

This hotel's food and dining score higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.
This hotel scores higher than 98% of accommodations in the city for its location.
Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.8

Most talked about facilities

Beach

7 mentions

Breakfast

5 mentions

View

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Dutch
Outdoor
  • Bicycles
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Bowling alley
  • Canoeing
  • Diving
  • Fishing
  • Game room
  • Garden
  • Golf course [on-site]
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Mini golf course
  • Outdoor recreational features
  • Private beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Squash court
  • Water park
  • Water sports (non-motorized)
  • Wind surfing
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Breakfast in room
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Coffee shop
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fireplace
  • Food delivery
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Library
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Land sports
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Access
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in/out [private]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [nearby]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car
  • Shuttle service
  • Taxi service
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony/terrace
  • Bathtub
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Complimentary tea
  • Desk
  • Free bottled water
  • Free instant coffee
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe box
  • Internet access – wireless
  • Linens
  • Non-smoking
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Seating area
  • Separate shower/bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Continental
  • Vegetarian
  • Full English/Irish

Location

32 Waterkant Street, Jeffreys Bay, Jeffreys Bay, South Africa, 6330
Exceptional
Location

9.6

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-1 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib available upon request
Children 2-3 year(s)
Must use an extra bed
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 4 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-in until17:00
  • Check-out from08:00
  • Check-out until10:00
  • Reception open until17:00
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee600 ZAR
  • Distance from city center1 Km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)69
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)150 ZAR
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
  • Number of bars/lounges1
  • Number of floors2
  • Number of rooms 12
  • Room voltage220
  • Year property opened1983
  • Most recent renovation2018

Reviews of On the Beach Guesthouse from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.9
/
10
Cleanliness9.2
Facilities8.8
Location9.6
Room comfort and quality8.7
Service8.8
Value for money8.6
High score for Jeffreys Bay
Rating
9+ Exceptional (25)
8-9 Excellent (4)
7-8 Very Good (5)
6-7 Good (2)
<6 Below Expectation (3)
Time of the year
Mar - May (14)
Jun - Aug (3)
Sep - Nov (12)
Dec - Feb (10)

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10.0
Exceptional
Julie from South Africa
Family with teens
Two-Bedroom Suite
Stayed 3 nights in April 2021

Vitamin Sea”

We spent three nights at this guesthouse. What a pleasure. It is perfectly situated and a short walk by beach or road to shops and restaurants. The staff went out of their way to ensure our stay was perfect. It has its own access to the beach and secure guest parking. The views are amazing and we even got to enjoy watching the dolphins and a whale from the balcony. A bonus is that it is wheelchair friendly - room dependant. Highly recommended!

Reviewed April 13, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Marco from United Arab Emirates
Couple
Beach Room
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Great hotel in an amazing location!”

This is a great hotel in a wonderful location, staff are super friendly and helpful, would definitely recommend!

Reviewed November 01, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Dianne from Australia
Solo traveler
Beach Room
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

amazing location”

A very special place with great decore

Reviewed November 19, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Karen from South Africa
Solo traveler
Double or Twin Room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Ideal location and splendid views. ”

Tshepo welcomes you with the friendliest disposition. Our room was cosy and well equipped except, there was no liquid hand soap at the basin. Excellent breakfast and cappuccinos. Whale suite 7 suitable for two people.

Reviewed May 14, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Mcebo from South Africa
Family with young children
Deluxe Room
Stayed 1 night in April 2021

Great location and place”

Place was great, right on the beach (as the name suggests). Top staff who were friendly and accommodating. Would stay there again and would recommend others who are thinking of JBay

Reviewed April 05, 2021

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9.3
Exceptional
Vanessa from South Africa
Family with young children
Stayed 3 nights in December 2013

Fantastic stay at a well appointed guest house”

located directly ,on the beach, child friendly

We loved our stay at On the Beach Guesthouse. We stayed in the Oyster suite that was large and comfortfortable for a cuple travelling with a young toddler. Our little balcony was child friendly and provided breathtaking views of the sea and wave breaks. It was a thrill waking up to the sound of the sea and being able to take a few steps from the hotel to the sandy beach. Breakfast was a good treat and hot meal choice was just perfect. Would certainly be back!!

Reviewed January 05, 2014

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9.3
Exceptional
Karen from Australia
Family with teens
Stayed 1 night in September 2012

On the Beach no exaggeration”

Great view of beach

Comfortable 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment with lovely view of the beach from the living room, main bedroom and ensuite. A couple of kilometres from the main part of jeffrey's Bay shops and restaurants though, and I'm not sure how soundproof the apartment would be if there were more guests. There is a beautiful shared loungeroom,dining room and bar upstairs in the guest house overlooking the beach which is real plus.

Reviewed September 29, 2012

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10.0
Exceptional
Aileen from Ireland
Couple
Stayed 1 night in March 2018

Very enjoyable stay by the beach”

Thoroughly enjoyed our one night stay overlooking the beach. The guesthouse is beautifully designed and the staff are extremely friendly and obliging. Spacious room with great balcony views. Would definitely recommend a visit.

Reviewed March 18, 2018

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9.6
Exceptional
Thuto from South Africa
Couple
Beach Room
Stayed 4 nights in June 2018

Staff, breakfast and location excellent!”

The staff were very friendly and were willing to assist in anything out of their way. Special compliments to Tshepo, who helped to arrange a picnic basket, mat, umbrellas and snacks so that we could have a romantic picnic by the beach just 20m away from the guesthouse. Breakfast was also delicious, especially the Eggs Benedict!

Reviewed July 05, 2018

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9.7
Exceptional
Kathryn from United Kingdom
Couple
Stayed 4 nights in January 2015

Great location and lovely food”

Location, breakfast choices and lounge area

We stayed here for 3 nights and loved the place. I think our room was the smallest in the hotel. The location is great as you're overlooking the beach - we were lucky to see dolphins from the window. The bar/lounge is very comfy and well stocked. Great choice at breakfast too. Rooms cleaned/tidied every day - cleaners were very thorough. All in all a great stay. Was a bit jealous of our friends who had the honeymoon suite as they had a huge bed, double shower and double bath! Only slight issue was there was no air con in our room, only a fan so we left the patio door open slightly at night. Lovely to hear the sea but the seagulls woke me up early!

Reviewed January 15, 2015

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10.0
Exceptional
Sashkran from South Africa
Couple
Executive Studio Room
Stayed 1 night in March 2018

Brilliant stay situated literally right on the beach. Worth paying extra for the sea facing rooms!”

Best place to stay in Jeffrey's Bay. Location is amazing and the service is outstanding. Tshepo in particular went the extra mile for us. Will definitely visit again. Could not recommend higher.

Reviewed April 04, 2018

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10.0
Exceptional
Tara from Australia
Couple
Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in April 2017

Spectacularly amazing”

Wow wow wow. This place is stunning from the beautifully decorated rooms to the upstairs communal living room with the most spectacular views. There is nothing you can fault they have thought of everything you could possibly need . The breakfast is amazing love love love this guesthouse

Reviewed April 24, 2017

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9.3
Exceptional
Alexandre from Brazil
Couple
Stayed 1 night in September 2013

Good view of the beach”

Comfortable room, breakfast, good location

The experience at this guesthouse was very good. The room and breakfast is amazing. The view of the beach is also something fantastic.

Reviewed December 27, 2013

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10.0
Exceptional
Helen from United Kingdom
Couple
Deluxe Room
Stayed 1 night in February 2018

Excellent location”

Directly on beach. Great location with just a 20 minute walk to bars and restaurants-(just right to walk off your evening meal) Good breakfast choice. Nice lounging patio areas. Room a bit dated.

Reviewed February 12, 2018

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9.7
Exceptional
Frederick from South Africa
Couple
Stayed 1 night in July 2012

Stunning Location and Luxurious rooms”

Right on the beach!

we really enjoyed our stay even though only for one night. Our room was beautiful, they were kind enough to upgrade us to an ocean facing suite! Gorgeous views, nice big bed and tub! and underfloor heating made the cold weather bearable! We also had a delicious breakfast the next morning. We will most definitely return!

Reviewed August 14, 2012

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9.7
Exceptional
Loretta from United States
Couple
Stayed 1 night in October 2013

The hotel is on a beautiful beach.”

1. The staff 2. Beautifully decorated room 3. Location on the beach

The dining room and sitting area was on the second floor. Great for whale watching! During breakfast we even saw a pod of dolphins in the surf! The best Eggs Benedict ever!

Reviewed October 27, 2013

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8.0
Excellent
Bianca from Brazil
Couple
Stayed 1 night in December 2016

Very good place ”

We loved the view is very nice is just in front of the beach and they provide beach towels. we stay only one night but want to be there more.

Reviewed May 18, 2017

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9.6
Exceptional
Gary from Canada
Couple
Two-Bedroom Suite
Stayed 6 nights in April 2018

Could not ask for a better location. Right on the beach, incredible views .”

Beach is great for walking, picking seashells, swimming and incredible views of the ocean.

Reviewed April 19, 2018

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8.4
Excellent
Robyn from Australia
Couple
Stayed 1 night in September 2016

Right ON the beach !!”

Lovely to wake up to the waves outside your window. Not so good people walking past your room though. We were in the Whale suite, even though it had a great view, we did have the cleaner right outside our door early in the morning and other guests using the stairs right out side our door. Staff very friendly. Great position.

Reviewed September 20, 2016

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7.2
Very good
Jayson from United Kingdom
Couple
Stayed 1 night in February 2018

on the beach indeed”

We only slept here to catch a flight next day- the room was quite tight but clean. There's a beatiful view of the beach from the breakfast area.

Reviewed March 20, 2018

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