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Road Lodge East London

1.0 star property

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Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Exterior
A pool area with a covered patio, steps leading to a building, and a lawn.
Terrace/patio
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Corner Union Avenue and Cheltenham Road, East London, Eastern Cape, 7530
  • Place, East London Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ann Bryant Art Gallery
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Jan Smuts Stadium East London
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, East London (ELS)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

East London

East London Museum is a short stroll from Road Lodge East London, and other popular attractions like Ann Bryant Art Gallery are within a mile (2 km). This 90-room hotel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • East London Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ann Bryant Art Gallery - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Cenotaph - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Jan Smuts Stadium East London - 7 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Bonza Bay Beach - 15 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jules On Jarvis - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Kitchen Table - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Road Lodge East London

Road Lodge East London features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 150 per person one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and free newspapers.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Sofa beds, electric kettles, and desks are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; ZAR 140 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room sofa bed
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (24 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Built in 2006
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 140 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 150 per person (one-way)

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours). 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.
  • 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.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • 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.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

East London Road Lodge
Road Lodge East London
Road Lodge East London Hotel
Road Lodge East London Hotel
Road Lodge East London East London
Road Lodge East London Hotel East London

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Road Lodge East London?

Road Lodge East London provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Road Lodge East London?

This hotel is located in East London, a short 8-minute walk from East London Museum and also 17 minutes on foot from Ann Bryant Art Gallery. You'll also find Jan Smuts Stadium East London and Eastern Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Road Lodge East London?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Road Lodge East London include a casino at the property?

No, Road Lodge East London doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Road Lodge East London?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Road Lodge East London good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a free manager's reception plus some guestrooms include free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at Road Lodge East London?

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

Does Road Lodge East London feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Road Lodge East London offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Road Lodge East London allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Road Lodge East London though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Road Lodge East London?

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

What is the closest airport to Road Lodge East London?

The closest major airport to Road Lodge East London is East London (ELS), which is 7.6 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Road Lodge East London?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Road Lodge East London.

Road Lodge East London Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 262 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sixolisiwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was amazing I really enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Motale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed staying at East London road logde hotel i was so amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always clean and fresh
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr SJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Familiar and friendly

Very friendly staff, easy location, clean and accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great over night stay. Friendly staff. Clean bathroom. Comfo8bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Magabaditsane Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I liked the staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reception very friendly,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Deon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The check in was disorganized and had to fill in endless forms. I use this hotel regulary. They need to review their breakfast priciing as it does not warrant what you are getting. Boring
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ANNELIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

GOOD

EVERYTHING WAS GOOD, THANK YOU
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was excellent. Good service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was good , space a bit small.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ntombifikile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hi it was Good ,the Staff is Friendly .I wish you can upgrade your Dst channels.I enjoyed the Breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort

Can you please provide me with the Invoice of my s

The stay was vrry excellent, excellent service and the staff was friendly aCab
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Geurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a good budget hotel for a quick one night overnight stay. It is safe and provides secure parking. The rooms are very small and the bathrooms were questionable - the shower did not want to drain. The staff were wonderful though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Wood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vale for money

Good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff very good. Too much noise by other guests disturbed my sleep. No control by hotel staff. Otherwise good.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Simthembile

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was not cleaned on time, linen was undone and there were cockroaches in the bathroom. No shower cap in the shower we had to ask for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

theo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Twin beds bases keep moving and they are very small in size..rooms not spacious enough, no fridges in the room,bathroom not spacious to even turn around.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ayanda

Towels in the room were old , no shower caps in the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Khaya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Loud noise throughout the night

There was noise throughout the night. There was no stop to it and missed out on sleep. I can't book there again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

MRS M

Disliked: Room comfort
The staff at this hotel was unable to address issues of noise and unruliness with other guests that interrupted my and other paying guests sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lesego

Some guests were smokinf...drunk and noisy. Kitchen also noisy. Ice machine not working. No ice buckets!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Karabo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unpleasant Stay

Terrible experience. My room was outdated, the bedding is old & uncomfortable. The ice machine was out of service & the furniture & fittings looks 40 years old.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ranitha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Not up to standard

Restaurant.. certain meals on menu was not available. Certain beer requested as per list..not available. Air con not working
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nhlanhla

Liked: Staff & service
Some clients were extremely noisy at night and early hours of the morning , very insensitive to the needs of us/ others.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021