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Hemingways Hotel

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Interior
Casino
Meeting facility
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Corner Western Bypass & Two Rivers Drive, Cambridge, East London, Eastern Cape, 5200
  • Place, Beacon Bay Crossing
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Eastern Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Nahoon Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, East London (ELS)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Premium | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Premium

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Presidential Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Presidential Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

East London

Hemingways Hotel is located within a few miles (5 km) of East London Museum and Ann Bryant Art Gallery. This 4-star hotel has 108 guestrooms and offers a casino, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Beacon Bay Crossing - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Eastern Beach - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Nahoon Beach - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • East London Museum - 10 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Bonza Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jules On Jarvis - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ginger & Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Plato - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hemingways Hotel

Hemingways Hotel features a casino, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a gym, meeting rooms, and a conference center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with satellite channels. Minibars, electric kettles, and hair dryers are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle available
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Casino (118 square feet of space)
  • Children's pool
  • Gaming table
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall
  • Slot machine
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 100 for children

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

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • 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 cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Southern Sun Hemingways
Sun Hemingways
Sun Hemingways Hotel
Southern Sun Hemingways Hotel East London
Southern Sun Hemingways Hotel
Southern Sun Hemingways East London
Hemingways Hotel
Hemingways Hotel Hotel
Southern Sun Hemingways
Hemingways Hotel East London
Hemingways Hotel Hotel East London

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hemingways Hotel ?

Hemingways Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hemingways Hotel ?

As of Jun 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hemingways Hotel on Jun 27, 2026 start from $85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Hemingways Hotel ?

This hotel is located in East London, close to East London Museum, Beacon Bay Crossing, and Jan Smuts Stadium East London. You'll also find Nahoon Beach and Ann Bryant Art Gallery within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hemingways Hotel ?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Does Hemingways Hotel include a casino on the premises?

Yes, Hemingways Hotel has a casino that's 118 square feet and includes a gaming table, a slot machine, and a VIP room.

Is there an indoor pool at Hemingways Hotel ?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hemingways Hotel ?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and couples/private dining.

Does Hemingways Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hemingways Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hemingways Hotel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Hemingways Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hemingways Hotel .

Does Hemingways Hotel have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hemingways Hotel ?

The closest major airport to Hemingways Hotel is East London (ELS), which is 12.4 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hemingways Hotel ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hemingways Hotel that offer a balcony.

Hemingways Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great escape from the daily grind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sebo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slow internet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The shower door leaked resulting in bathroom wet and having to use a lot of towels. Some lights not working
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

riyaaz

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Sindiswa Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

riyaaz

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024