The Paralian

4.0 star property
Beach guesthouse with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Exterior
Porch
Lobby sitting area
Sea Facing Luxury Rooms  | View from room
Banquet hall

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Cnr Cowper and Seaview Terrace Street, East London, Eastern Cape, 5201
  • Place, Eastern Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Nahoon Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Bonza Bay Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, East London (ELS)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Sea Facing Luxury Rooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

East London

Located in Quigney Beach within a short walk of Eastern Beach, The Paralian is within 2 miles (3 km) of Jan Smuts Stadium East London. This 13-room, 4-star guesthouse has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Eastern Beach - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Jan Smuts Stadium East London - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • The Cenotaph - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Nahoon Beach - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Bonza Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sanook - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pla's Thai Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sanook Cafe Gourmet Burgers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen Table - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Paralian

Beach guesthouse with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace
Guests of The Paralian enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach guesthouse include express check-in, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include safes and wardrobes or closets.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Paralian?

The Paralian provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Paralian?

This guesthouse is situated in Quigney Beach within a short 14-minute walk of Eastern Beach. You'll also find Nahoon Beach and The Cenotaph within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Paralian?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does The Paralian feature a casino?

No, The Paralian doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Paralian?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about The Paralian?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a café and free breakfast plus some accommodations include sea views.

Does The Paralian have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Paralian have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Paralian serves free full breakfasts each morning from its cafe.

Does The Paralian allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Paralian.

Does The Paralian have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Paralian?

The closest major airport to The Paralian is East London (ELS), which is 6.4 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Paralian?

Yes, some accommodations at The Paralian offer a balcony and may feature sea views.