This Gqeberha flat is located in Ocean River, 10.6 kilometres from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and 13.4 kilometres from Port Elizabeth Golf Club, with The Boardwalk entertainment complex also nearby. This pet-friendly apartment offers free private parking, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a fully equipped kitchen, featuring one bedroom, a separate living room, and a guest capacity for 13 people, with check-out between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
8.8 78 reviews
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R6100/nighttotal: R61000 (10 )
Nyosi Wildlife Reserve
2 4
resort , Gqeberha
Nyosi Wildlife Reserve is located in a peaceful 2,600 hectare reserve, just 20 kilometres from the beaches of Gqeberha. The reserve offers a unique escape into the African wilderness, with a peri-urban game reserve on site. The resort offers a range of contemporary villas and cabins, all with air conditioning, a swimming pool, a jacuzzi, and a terrace or balcony. Guests can enjoy a restaurant, a bar, and a garden, as well as a variety of family-friendly activities.
8.0 2 reviews
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R3694/nighttotal: R36940 (10 )
River Front Guest House
5 4
house , Port Elizabeth
Riverfront Guest House Amsterdamhoek offers a unique house rental in Port Elizabeth, situated directly on the riverbank with immediate ocean access and a short walk to the beach, providing breathtaking river and ocean views. This guest house accommodates up to 10 guests with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, featuring air conditioning and internet, and is conveniently located for water sports and exploring nearby hiking trails and local towns.
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1158/nighttotal: R6948 (6 )
Swartkops Riverfront Escape
3 3
apartment , Gqeberha
This Swartkops Riverfront Escape is a riverside apartment in Gqeberha, located 10.3 kilometres from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and 13.2 kilometres from Port Elizabeth Golf Club. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom property accommodates nine guests and offers a garden, private parking, and Wi-Fi, with a fully equipped kitchen and linen provided for a self-catering stay.
10 1 review
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R3029/nighttotal: R30290 (10 )
Up-market Penthouse Apartment On The River
1 4
apartment , Port Elizabeth
This riverside penthouse in Gqeberha is located a mere 500 meters from the Swartkops River, offering direct fishing access and breathtaking sunrise views, with the beach and local shops within easy reach. This self-catering apartment accommodates up to six guests across three bedrooms, featuring a fully equipped open-plan kitchen, two modern bathrooms with showers, air conditioning, Smart TVs with DStv, and a spacious veranda for outdoor relaxation.
9.3 14 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R826/nighttotal: R4956 (6 )
The Close
1 3
apartment , Gqeberha
The Close apartment in Gqeberha is conveniently located near several golf courses, including Port Elizabeth Golf Club (11.6km) and Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium (14.2km). This 130 square metre self-catering flat sleeps five, featuring two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, private parking, and a flat-screen TV.
10 3 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1338/nighttotal: R8028 (6 )
Romantic Getaway - Unit 1
1 3
house , Port Elizabeth
This self-catering studio apartment in Bluewater Bay, Gqeberha, is conveniently located near a shopping centre and swimming beach, offering easy access to other attractions in the city. The air-conditioned open-plan unit sleeps up to three guests and features a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, a swimming pool, a garden, and secure parking; it overlooks the pool, providing a peaceful setting.
10 5 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1313/nighttotal: R7878 (6 )
Ocean Nook
1 3
apartment , Port Elizabeth
This flat is located in Bluewater Bay, Port Elizabeth, just a 3-minute walk from Bluewater Bay beach. This accommodation for up to 4 guests features one bedroom, one bathroom, a kitchen with a fridge and microwave, a balcony with braai facilities and sea views, and a backup power system.
8.9 11 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1418/nighttotal: R8508 (6 )
Ocean Nook
2 3
apartment , Gqeberha
This two-bedroom flat, Ocean Nook, is situated in Gqeberha, a mere 3-minute walk from Bluewater Beach and within easy reach of Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. This family-friendly apartment offers a 40 square meter floor area, accommodates up to seven guests with one bathroom, and features a kitchenette with a microwave, a terrace, complimentary WiFi, and private parking, all while boasting sea views and proximity to Port Elizabeth Golf Club (12.7 kilometres) and Little Walmer Golf Club (16.1 kilometres).
9.3 3 reviews
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R1739/nighttotal: R17390 (10 )
Waters Edge
1 4
apartment , Port Elizabeth
WatersEdge, a self-catering apartment in Amsterdamhoek, Bluewater Bay, Gqeberha, boasts a unique waterfront location on the Swartkops River Estuary offering panoramic views of the river, ocean, and city lights; proximity to Bluewater Bay's amenities and beaches is not specified in the provided description. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom property sleeps up to five guests and features a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, parking, internet access, and a spacious lounge and dining area leading to a conservatory.
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1287/nighttotal: R7722 (6 )
Tipper’s Rest 2 - Family Unit
1 3
apartment , Port Elizabeth
Tipper's Rest is a self-catering apartment ideally located near the Swartkops Estuary and Aloe Reserve in Gqeberha, a 10-minute drive (6km) from Port Elizabeth city centre and 60km from major Big 5 game reserves. This two-bathroom flat sleeps four guests and offers a private slipway, jetty, river boat and fishing canoe hire, plus internet, parking, a garden, and excellent birdwatching opportunities from its balcony with spectacular sunset views, all within easy walking distance (800m) of BWB beach.
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1363/nighttotal: R8178 (6 )
De Mist Circle
1 3
apartment , Port Elizabeth
19 De Mist Circle in Bluewater Bay, Gqeberha offers self-catering accommodation a short walk (less than 0.16 km) from the main swimming beach. This property comprises a four-bedroom house and a separate flatlet, sleeping up to nine guests, and boasts a swimming pool, jacuzzi, parking, and internet access; booking options include the entire property or individual units.
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9.5 8 reviews
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R2076/nighttotal: R20760 (10 )
Designer Ocean View 3br Flat
1 4
apartment , Port Elizabeth
This spacious 200 sq m apartment, located near the ocean in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa, is 0.5 km from the beach and a 15-minute drive from the city centre and Addo Elephant National Park via the highway. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom property boasts a large entertainment area, modern kitchen with dishwasher, wrap-around balcony with sea views, parking, and accommodates up to four guests.
9.0 136 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R993/nighttotal: R5958 (6 )
The Bay Inn
1 3
apartment , Port Elizabeth
The Bay Inn apartment is situated in Port Elizabeth, 2.4 kilometres from Bluewater Beach and 12.7 kilometres from the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. This family-friendly flat offers a swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, private parking, a fully equipped kitchenette, and is near snorkeling and windsurfing; accessibility features are also available for disabled guests.
9.7 36 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1580/nighttotal: R9480 (6 )
Cosy Home In Bluewater Bay
1 3
apartment , Port Elizabeth
This family-friendly house in Bluewater Bay, Gqeberha, is conveniently located near Spar and PnP shopping centres, and within a short distance of Bluewater Bay beach. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom property sleeps six guests and boasts a jacuzzi, garden, double garage, and a fully equipped kitchen including a fridge, freezer, and microwave; a Fidelity ADT security system ensures peace of mind.
8.0 7 reviews
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R1434/nighttotal: R14340 (10 )
Gqeberha Self Catering Apartments
2 4
apartment , Kensington
This Kensington flat offers a private entrance and is an 11-minute walk from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and 5.15 kilometres from Port Elizabeth Golf Club. This 20 square metre studio apartment includes a kitchenette with a fridge and microwave, free WiFi, free private parking, and a walk-in shower, with a private check-in and check-out process.
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9.6 14 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R5022/nighttotal: R30132 (6 )
Kamargue Hills
4 3
house , Gqeberha
This spacious Gqeberha family home, located in Kamargue Hills, is 10km from Port Elizabeth Golf Club and 13km from the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. The 690 square metre property boasts four bedrooms, five bathrooms, a private pool, and ample outdoor space accommodating up to 15 guests, with free Wi-Fi and parking included.
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R3125/nighttotal: R31250 (10 )
Family Home Eastern Cape
1 4
house , Gqeberha
This Gqeberha holiday home is located between 9.7 and 17.7 kilometres from notable attractions including the Port Elizabeth Golf Club, Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Sardinia Bay Golf Club, and The Boardwalk. This property offers accommodation for up to 19 guests, featuring a private swimming pool, free WiFi, free private parking, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave.
9.4 9 reviews
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R968/nighttotal: R9680 (10 )
101 Maia
1 4
apartment , Gqeberha
This Gqeberha flat, named 101 Maia, is located between 13.8 and 22.5 kilometres from popular golf clubs such as Port Elizabeth Golf Club and Sardinia Bay Golf Club, and 14.9 kilometres from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, with Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport 17.7 kilometres away. This 88 square metre apartment offers accommodation for up to nine guests with two bedrooms, a separate living room, a well-equipped kitchen, complimentary WiFi, and private parking, though bachelor(ette) parties are not permitted.
8.2 25 reviews
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R880/nighttotal: R8800 (10 )
Swartkops Cann-a-bee Air B&b
2 4
house , Gqeberha
Swartkops Cann-a-bee Air B&B, a self-catering house in Gqeberha's Swartkops district, is conveniently located within 11-18km of the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, several golf courses including Little Walmer, and historical sites such as the Prince Alfred's Guard Memorial. This 40 square metre property offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, and sleeps up to 11 guests, boasting free Wi-Fi, a garden, parking, and a kitchen equipped with a fridge and microwave.
Frequently asked questions about holiday rentals in Despatch
When is the best time to book a vacation rental in Despatch?
The best time to book a vacation rental in Despatch is during the shoulder seasons, from April to May or September to October. You'll avoid the crowds and still enjoy pleasant weather. But if you want to experience the full summer buzz, book in advance for December and January.
What are the best Airbnb and vacation rentals in Despatch?
What are the best budget-friendly activities in Despatch?
For budget-friendly activities, you can explore the Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve or take a walk along the Swartkops River. A visit to the Despatch Museum is also a great way to spend a few hours and learn about the town's history. It's a great budget-friendly way to experience the area.
What are the best restaurants with local dishes in Despatch?
Despatch doesn't have many restaurants serving traditional South African cuisine. But you can find a good selection of local dishes at the Despatch Hotel or the Blue Crane Restaurant. They both offer a range of classic South African dishes.
What are the best rentals for families and kids in Despatch?
What are the best walking or cycling routes in Despatch?
The Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve has some great walking trails, and there's a cycle path along the Swartkops River that's perfect for a leisurely ride. The Despatch Golf Course is also a good option for a walk or cycle, although it's not as scenic as the other routes.
Are there pet-friendly attractions in Despatch?
The Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve is pet-friendly, and many restaurants in Despatch have outdoor seating where you can bring your furry friend. However, you should check with individual businesses to confirm their pet policies.
What are the benefits of choosing a vacation rental in Despatch?
Vacation rentals offer more space and privacy than a hotel, and they often come with amenities like a kitchen and laundry facilities. They can also be a more affordable option, especially for families or groups. You'll have more flexibility and control over your accommodation.
What are the top sports attractions and facilities in Despatch?
Despatch has a golf course and a sports club with facilities for a variety of sports, including cricket, rugby, and tennis. There are also a few smaller sports fields scattered around the town. If you're looking for something more adventurous, you can go hiking or mountain biking in the Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve.
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9.1 69 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1333/nighttotal: R7998 (6 )
Swartkops River Retreat
3 3
apartment , Port Elizabeth
This apartment is situated in Port Elizabeth, 5 miles from the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and 8.7 miles from the Boardwalk Casino, making it a convenient base for exploring the city's attractions. The property has consistently received excellent ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The three-bedroom apartment offers 124 square metres of living space. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, a private terrace, a garden, and free parking, all while benefiting from the convenience of internet access and the option of bringing their furry companions along.
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1229/nighttotal: R7374 (6 )
Ocean Nook\n Fabulous 2-bedroom Apartment In Gqeberha Perfect For Relaxing
2 3
apartment , Gqeberha
This Gqeberha flat offers convenient access to King's Beach (3.2 kilometres) and Hobie Beach (3.5 kilometres), as well as Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium (1.8 kilometres) and Newton Park Swimming Pool (2 kilometres). This 40 square metre flat provides Wi-Fi, towels, and linens for up to four guests, with nearby attractions including Greenacres Shopping Centre and the Aldo Scribante Race Circuit.
10 1 review
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R833/nighttotal: R8330 (10 )
Ocean River
1 4
apartment , Gqeberha
This Gqeberha flat, Ocean River, is located 10.6 kilometres from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and 13.4 kilometres from Port Elizabeth Golf Club, with Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport situated 16.1 kilometres away. This one-bedroom flat accommodates up to 13 guests, offering complimentary WiFi, private on-site parking, and a fully equipped kitchen, with a terrace or balcony and proximity to several golf clubs for leisure activities.
8.6 65 reviews
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R2724/nighttotal: R27240 (10 )
Gecko Units
3 4
apartment , Amsterdamhoek
Gecko Units is situated in Amsterdamhoek, just 19 kilometres from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and a 2 kilometre walk from Bluewater Beach. The apartment has consistently received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The apartment comes with a private balcony or patio, some with garden views. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, free Wi-Fi, a TV, and access to a shared garden.
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Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R1962/nighttotal: R19620 (10 )
The Attic @ Waters Edge
1 4
apartment , Port Elizabeth
The Attic apartment is situated on the Swartkops River, near its mouth in Port Elizabeth, offering tranquil riverfront views and proximity to the Swartkops River mouth. This self-catering flat, sleeping up to six guests in three bedrooms and two bathrooms, features a fully equipped kitchen, DSTV, air conditioning, a private entrance, lock-up garage, and braai facilities.
10 3 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R1234/nighttotal: R7404 (6 )
Beautiful Beach Home
3 3
house , Port Elizabeth
This beachfront property in a tranquil Port Elizabeth neighbourhood offers easy access to the beach and is ideally located for sunset viewing. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom house sleeps five guests and includes amenities such as Wi-Fi, parking, and a fully equipped kitchen; enjoy sundowners with stunning ocean views, exploring Port Elizabeth's attractions from this convenient base.
10 2 reviews
Despatch
28/08 – 03/09
R891/nighttotal: R5346 (6 )
Bluewater Bay Guesthouse
1 3
apartment , Port Elizabeth
This Gqeberha apartment rental, perfect for families, offers two bedrooms and one bathroom, sleeping up to four guests, and is conveniently located near local amenities and attractions – precise distances require further clarification. The self-catering flat includes a kitchen, parking, and internet access; further details regarding the property's size, layout, and specific proximity to Gqeberha's landmarks are needed.
Despatch
22/06 – 02/07
R4289/nighttotal: R42890 (10 )
Nautilus Escape
5 4
apartment , Port Elizabeth
Nautilus Escape is a 5-bedroom house located in the quiet and secure Bluewater Bay district of Gqeberha, just a short distance from the beach. This private booking offers accommodation for up to 10 guests with three bathrooms, a fully equipped communal kitchen, shared living areas including a balcony, on-site parking, and complimentary WiFi.