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About this property

Located in Walmer, the 4-star Forest Hall offers elegantly decorated self-catering rooms with patios overlooking the garden. Just 10 km 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 5 km away, and Forest Hall Guest House offers an airport shuttle service. Free private parking is also available on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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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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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kirsti
    South Africa South Africa
    It was very quiet and the location great. Absolutely beautiful garden and trees.
  • David
    South Africa South Africa
    Nice neighbourhood and close everything, Always stay here, and never disappoints! Fantastic guest house ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  • Anthony
    South Africa South Africa
    Big property. Big room. Lots of plugs. DSTV with a full bouquet. Very clean. Lots of towels. Secure. Good shower. Very functional.
  • Nicola
    Ireland Ireland
    Spacious, beautiful and comfortable. The breakfast was excellent.
  • Ian
    South Africa South Africa
    as always this is a great place to stay. Convenient to the airport and very comfortable rooms. The host is very caring and helpful. Just love the garden setting with beautiful trees.
  • Ian
    South Africa South Africa
    Such a peaceful setting, very relaxing particularly after a day spent travelling. I was met as I arrived and shown my room and as it was a cold evening I was told that an electric blanket was available to warm the bed
  • Sue
    South Africa South Africa
    A warm and friendly greeting, beautifully appointed room with all the luxury amenities. Breakfast was delicious and abundant. The warmth and attentiveness of the staff, the old-world charm and character of the estate - I will always book Forest...
  • Anthea
    South Africa South Africa
    The room was spacious and very comfortable for my little family. The bedding and beds were comfy. The property is beautiful and peaceful. Close to restaurants and shops. The breakfast was just lovely! I liked that there is a mini kitchen so you...
  • Jessica
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything was perfect, I will definitely stay here again
  • Lauren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Setting is beautiful, it was perfect in every way for what we needed.

Managed by Forest Hall Guest House

Company review score: 9.7Based on 323 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

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 information

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!

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

House rules

Forest Hall Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

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

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroDiscoverBankcard Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag 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 Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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

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

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

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