Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House

3.5 star property
Beach guesthouse in Port St Johns with free parking

Photo gallery for Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House

Front of property
View from property
Front of property
Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking
Restaurant

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

View map
Marine Dr, Port St Johns, Eastern Cape, 5120
  • Place, Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mzimvubu River Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Silaka Nature Reserve

Room options

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 14 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Business Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Port St Johns

At Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Museum and Mzimvubu River Park. .This beach guest house offers free WiFi in public areas. Added amenities include laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 9 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Port St Johns guest house, you'll be 1.4 km (0.8 mi) from Mt Thesiger and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Second Beach.

What's nearby

  • Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mzimvubu River Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mt Thesiger - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Second Beach - 9 min drive - 4.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Steve's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Amapondo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wood 'n Spoon - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House

Beach guesthouse in Port St Johns with free parking
Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House offers its guests laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Port St Johns guest house.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House offers 11 accommodations with free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 65 to 120 for adults and ZAR 45 to 90 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

More

  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 100
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 150 for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 100

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 2 September 2025 to 28 February 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: ZAR 100 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 18 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 300.0 per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 65 to 120 for adults and ZAR 45 to 90 for children
  • Pet fee: ZAR 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 150 for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 100 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit.

Property is also known as

Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House Guesthouse Port St Johns
Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House Guesthouse
Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House Port St Johns
Umzimvubu Retreat House house
Umzimvubu Retreat St Johns
Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House Guesthouse
Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House Port St Johns
Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House Guesthouse Port St Johns

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House?

Yep, Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House?

The closest beach to Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House is Second Beach (3.4 km).

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is available weekdays between 7 AM and 9 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House?

No, Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.