Cloud 9 on George Randall Drive

Perched on George Randall Drive in East London, this 4-star guesthouse sits by the water with sweeping views of the Gonubie River and easy access to Bonza Bay and Nahoon Beach. It’s about a 15-minute drive to Beacon Bay Crossing and roughly 13 km from the city centre.

Owner-run and warmly hosted by Blake & Jacqueline, the place feels like a luxe coastal hideaway. There are four air-conditioned, luxuriously furnished rooms with private balconies or patios, fridges, flat-screen TVs, safes and coffee/tea makers. Every room enjoys a 180-degree river view and weekday housekeeping.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, lounge on the terrace or fire up the barbecue in the garden. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and river vistas from your balcony. A roundtrip airport shuttle is offered for a surcharge during limited hours, and free self-parking is onsite.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected throughout the property.

English breakfasts are served daily for a fee, and there’s an on-site restaurant plus a barbecue area for casual meals.