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First Group Kowie River Chalets

3.0 star property
Beach apartment with a sauna and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Balcony
Beach
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 61464 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Oriole Road, Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, 6170
  • Place, The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Fish River Sun Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Shipwreck Hiking & Canoe Trails
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Port Alfred

Located within a 5-minute walk of Kelly's Beach, this apartment is within a mile (2 km) of The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club. This 15-room, 3-star apartment building has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fish River Sun Golf Course - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Great Fish Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kwena Golf - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Shipwreck Hiking & Canoe Trails - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Saloon 72 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Flyboys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Refuel Cafeteria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waffle Zone - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

First Group Kowie River Chalets

Beach apartment with a sauna and an outdoor pool
At this apartment, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a sauna. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Other amenities at this beach apartment building include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a kids' club.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. A TV comes with digital channels and a DVD player, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, a ceiling fan, and a safe.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 15 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Facilities fee: ZAR 100 per accommodation, per stay and includes use of: sauna

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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at this apartment?

This apartment offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near this apartment?

This apartment is located in Port Alfred, a short 4-minute walk from Kelly's Beach and also 15 minutes on foot from The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club. You'll also find Fish River Sun Golf Course and Great Fish Point Lighthouse within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this apartment?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the apartment.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, this apartment doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is First Group Kowie River Chalets a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this apartment will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as an outdoor pool and a sauna.

Does First Group Kowie River Chalets have a hot tub?

Yes, this apartment has a spa tub.

Does this apartment provide breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment though service animals are welcome.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at First Group Kowie River Chalets?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at First Group Kowie River Chalets.

First Group Kowie River Chalets Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vikash

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phopho

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Matej

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nolitha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Awesome place

The chalet was clean and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phopho

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
What an amazing trip I had looking forward for longer stay at this wonderful property,everything was amazing really.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

João

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Amazing! The staff were awesome. The chalet was unbelievable. The beach close and pool fantastic.

This was our first stop on a 3 week holiday of the Eastern Cape. If I'd known how perfect this place was, I'd have stayed the full 3 weeks. Incredible. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The chalet was nicely decorated, clean and in close proximity to the beach. The pool was the best for us... brilliant! Loved it all! We'll definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed overnight after a long drive. Lovely spot, with a nice beach a short drive away. Friendly efficient reception. The chalet was nice and clean and spacious with a balcony with views all round.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Arrived a little late but still got in.

We liked the Kowie River Chalets. The only thing I thought was a bit strange was that we called the phone number a thing 7pm a few times and no-one answered. We weren't sure if we were going to be able to check in or not. Thank God they taped an envelope with our keys to the door. The place was spacious but lacked a few amenities like a drip coffee maker.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

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

Beautiful views :)

Thank you for a great weekend at the Kowie Chalets. It was nice to see that the chalets looks like it does on the website photos. We can recommend this place to any of our friends and family.

10/10 Excellent

Carsten

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022