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Highest rated hotelYolonwabo Bed and Breakfast – 5
Cheapest month to bookMay
Average 4 star hotel price$134 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in East London, South Africa

Make the most of your time in East London by booking a hotel that suits your style. Our city hotel recommendations cover a wide spectrum of options, ensuring a perfect match for every need.

Best time to visit East London

When you're planning your vacation to East London, think about what you hope to do (or avoid) during your stay in terms of things like weather and price. Low and high season in East London

Busiest month(s): East London experiences its busy season in November, resulting in average nightly rates of $78. If you're planning to travel during this period should expect higher costs compared to the less busy seasons, when average nightly prices fall to $74.

Quietest month(s): The average cost per night during the month of July is $74, making it the cheapest time to take your trip.

East London gets a low amount of annual rainfall, ideal if you prefer drier weather.

If you are looking to avoid wet weather, visit East London in July when you can avoid the rainy season, which takes place in November.

The most expensive month to stay in East London is November, when you should be ready to spend an average of $78 on your hotel. Throughout the year, weekend rates average around $74 per night, and peak on Wednesday. During the week, you’ll spend on average $74 for a night’s stay, while Monday is typically the cheapest day of the week to book a room.

Where to stay in East London

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Popular hotels in East London

If you're heading to East London, here are some other in-demand hotels you can reserve:

The Hemingways Hotel provides a great stay with its 4-star rating and range of amenities. The hotel offers an excellent retreat in the middle of East London. You can enjoy its free breakfast, fitness center, outdoor pool, and business center.

If you're looking for a combination of comfort and affordability, opt for the Trennerys Hotel. Its 3-star rating ensures exceptional value, and you can enjoy a range of amenities like the restaurant, bar, gym, and spa.

Have it all at the Garden Court East London, where comfort meets modern amenities. The hotel offers a fitness center, free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and 24-hour front desk for your enjoyment.

The Blue Lagoon Hotel & Conference Centre is a 4-star hotel that has lots to offer. You can take advantage of the amenities provided, including a free breakfast, Fitness center, outdoor pool, and business center.

The Premier Hotel East London ICC is a 4-star hotel with a modern and comfortable design that offers amenities including a breakfast, fitness center, free parking, and free Wi-Fi facilities.

Things to do in East London

East London has a ton to discover and do right in the heart of the city, like the Uncuthu Tours. If you're a foodie, you'll enjoy the authentic local cuisine, creative twists on classics, and flavors from around the world at Sanook Cafe, Sanook Eatery, Grazia Fine Food & Wine, Lavender Blue Market, and Ocean Basket East London.

Finding cheap hotels in East London: FAQs

In East London, the expected average temperature in May is 19°C. The warmest month is typically February, which averages 26°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is November, and the driest month is July.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in East London with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $12 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $12 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $84 per night, and the average price on weekends is $85. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in East London could be Monday.
The nearest airport to East London is East London Airport (ELS), which is 7.1km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Monday is the cheapest day to stay in East London. And the most expensive day seems to be Tuesday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in East London is currently around $109 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $41 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in East London is currently around $149 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $74 per night.
If you're hitting up East London with kids in tow, try Selborne Bed and Breakfast, or Harewood Lodge.