Forest Hall Guest House

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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.7

Located in Walmer, the 4-star Forest Hall offers elegantly decorated self-catering rooms with patios overlooking the garden. Just 6.2 mi from the beach, it features an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi. Forest Hall’s rooms are decorated with wooden furniture, carpeted floors and ceiling fans. Each room has a satellite TV, a DVD player and bathrobes. Some of the rooms have a free standing bath tub. Guests can start their day with a rich breakfast buffet, before relaxing in the large garden with the benches. Home-cooked dinners are also offered on request. The guest house’s staff can arrange tours and trips to Addo Elephant National Park, Jeffrey's Bay, Cape St Francis, Storms River and Plettenberg Bay. There is also a golf course just across the street. Port Elizabeth Airport is 3.1 mi away, and Forest Hall Guest House offers an airport shuttle service. Free private parking is also available on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Paul
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The location is wonderful. The setting is beautiful, the lodgings are very comfortable.”
Katy
South Africa South Africa
“I had an absolutely wonderful stay at Forest Hall! The property is beautiful and peaceful, with lush gardens, 2 pools, a tennis court and calm surroundings that makes you feel relaxed. My room was spotless, spacious, and tastefully decorated, with...”
Jdisrael
Israel Israel
“The host was wonderful and helpful. The place was very nice and cozy. Also the outside amenities. Breakfast was great”
Tracey
South Africa South Africa
“lovely tranquil garden and great to have a small kitchen with a fridge”
John
United States United States
“Outstanding everything!!!! The place is a perfect spot to rest with family!! Loved the staff, the rooms, the pools, the location!!! Well done!!”
Ray
South Africa South Africa
“Forest Hall is perfectly located between beach, suburbs and main roads. The rooms were a sanctuary with amazing beds, linen and space. Having air conditioning in the summer heat was a plus”
Ian
South Africa South Africa
“Loved the cosy cottage room set in lovely Garden setting with Beautiful Trees and lots of Birdlife. Very Quiet and tranquil. The room was very comfortable and had everything i required. Good Breakfast choice”
Scott
South Africa South Africa
“Very friendly and helpful staff Quiet room Beautiful gardens”
David
South Africa South Africa
“A lovely well established property. Loads of charm.”
John
South Africa South Africa
“Its always a great stay at Forest Hall Guest House. We always return when we visit in Port Elizabeth.”

Managed by Forest Hall Guest House

Company review score: 9.6Based on 316 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We operate as a family run business working together as a hands on team offering our guest's a personalized, friendly service with a passion for what we do. We try go the extra mile to please our guests wherever possible and to accommodate their needs and requirements

Property info

Character filled original Old English Country manor House built in 1920 lovingly restored with modern finishes set in an award winning farm like garden with 2 swimming pools ,floodlit tennis court and trampoline. Plenty of secured parking with automated gates on 1.5 acres. Originally a farmhouse with new additional cottages built in the garden in keeping with the style of the original house which is a protected national heritage homestead. All our luxury rooms have private entrances, patios and garden furniture Opposite golf estate with golf on offer and green belt, ideal for mountain biking and hiking. Come enjoy this unique setting centrally positioned in garden suburb of Walmer, Port Elizabeth close to Port Elizabeth International Airport and many tourist attractions. Just 45 minute drive away from Addo Elephant Park and Big 5 game parks.Forest Hall has everything you need from a generator for backup power incase loadshedding decides to appear again and plenty of backup water tanks just in case the taps really do run dry!

Neighborhood info

Lush, leafy treed garden suburb of Walmer, Port Elizabeth with wide treed avenues and parklike gardens, opposite Little Walmer Golf Estate & Course with golf on offer, close to Walmer Park shopping mall, Port Elizabeth Airport, green belt of Baakens Valley with Guinea Fowl hiking and mountain bike trail nearby, Restaurants, coffee shops, Pristine blue flag beaches 10km's away.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Area info

Amenities of Forest Hall Guest House

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Forest Hall Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 300 per child, per night
Crib upon request
ZAR 150 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 300 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Forest Hall Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

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

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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