Location: South Africa » Eastern Cape » Southern Coast » Port ElizabethThe Windermere HotelThe Windermere Hotel Hotel / Lodge accommodation in Humewood Eastern CapeDescriptionThe Windermere is a hip stylish hotel situated in the beach suburb of Humewood, a short walk from Kings Beach and Blue Flag status Humewood beach.
Combining elements of contemporary chic with classic comforts and the designs of today.
The eight large luxury rooms provide every comfort, with spacious sitting areas, mini bars, satellite television and DVD, air conditioning and heating, safes and dedicated IT port. One large suite is ideal for families as it has a second interleading bedroom for children.
Enjoy breakfast al fresco on the deck or indoors in contemporary style.
Adjacent to Kings Beach are the McArthurs Swimming Baths and within walking distance are several of Port Elizabeth s best restaurants. The airport is a convenient 4 kms away while the famous Lynx course at Humewood Golf Club is only a 5-minute drive and the Boardwalk Casino complew is nearby. An easy 45 minute drive to Addo and several private game reserves all offering good day safaris.
For the discerning leisure tourist and the top business executive alike, this is the ideal place to base oneself whilst in Port Elizabeth. Location In trendy beach suburb of historic coastal city of Port Elizabeth
Distance from airport : 4km (several daily scheduled flights from Cape Town, Durban & Johannesburg)
Closest attractions : walking distance to beaches & restaurants and 5 minutes drive to Humewood Golf Course
Addo: 65 km Kwandwe: 150km Plettenberg Bay: 250 km Cape Town:800 km
Victoria Falls: Leave PE in the morning and be there by lunchtime!
(Similarly, connections via Jo’Burg to the Indian Ocean islands are also very convenient)
300 m from the beaches (with great views of Kings Beach)
Walking distance to McArthur pools
2 min from Boardwalk complex (casino, restuarants, shopping, movies)
- with complimentary shuttle service to and from The Windermere Hotel in the evenings
1 hr flight to Cape Town! Accommodation The Windermere brings a sense of style and occasion to this historic port city. Experience a calm oasis gently drifting you away from the busy world outside. Designed with elements of contemporary chic and decorated with custom made fittings and furniture, the 9 large luxury bedrooms provide spacious sitting areas, mini bars, satellite TV, DVD, air conditioning and heating, safes and a dedicated IT port (the entire hotel is also wireless compatible). Enjoy breakfast al fresco in the courtyard or indoors. A room service menu is also available for light lunches and dinners. Or ask for a reservation at some of the city’s top restaurants – some within walking distance. Relax with a dip in the pool and enjoy a chilled glass of wine in the stylish bar. Our friendly team are on hand to provide you with unobtrusive service around the clock.  
AttractionsGolf (Humewood Golf Course, 5 min)
Beach (walking distance)
Casino (2km)
Airport (4km)
Restaurants (walking distance)
Aquarium
Scuba Diving
City Tours
Game Safaris (Addo, Schotia, etc., 45min)
Township Tours
Antique shopping
Cricket at St Georges Park (South Africa’s oldest test match venue) Activities: FACT: Of all South Africa’s coastal cities Port Elizabeth has the best swimming beaches!
Apart from the many aquatic/marine activities (scuba diving, kite boarding, wind surfing, surfing, yachting, angling), there are various other activities available, all of which can be booked by the hotel, these include golf – city and township tours (Port Elizabeth was the landing place of the British settlers of 1820, as well as being at the crucible of the Anti Apartheid movement, so there are many significant historical sites) , marine safari to the bird island group as well as day safaris to various game reserves including Addo, Schotia , Pumba, Kwantu & Amakhala (all within an easy 1hr drive).
A great day out in the country ( only available to guests of The Windermere) is a game drive into Addo Elephant National Park followed by lunch at the exclusive Elephant House in the Sundays River valley  
Accolades | :Tourism Council of SA Star Grading |
TGCSA Star GradingFacilitiesRoom Facilities - Air conditioning and heating
- Under floor heating in bathrooms
- Mini bars and electronic safes
- TV and DVD
- Telephones and dedicated internet ports. (Also wireless)
- Molton Brown toiletries and Percale linen
- Extra length king size beds
- 24 hr room service
Hotel Facilities - Bar
- Swimming pool
- Laundry/Valet
- Ad hoc secretarial services
- DVD & music library
- Transfers arranged
- Wireless internet throughout hotel
- Bookings for golf and other sports activities
- Under cover, locked parking
Added Value - Complimentary Gym Membership (Virgin Active Health Club)
- Complimentary bag of balls at Humewood Golf Course driving range
- Discounted golf packages available at Humewood – Africa’s best links course
- Complimentary champagne for honeymooners/special occasions
- Social & Environmental responsibility
- We are very conscious of our social and environmental responsibilities. We employ, empower and uplift local people (mainly women) and we support, amongst others, the following projects: EP Children’s Home, The Wilderness Foundation and their Umze Whethu project.
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The Windermere Hotel
(041)5822245
041 528 2246
+27 (0) 83 799 5671