Southernwood
East London
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Popular places to visit

Nahoon Beach
This popular East London beach is famous for its surfing competitions, kayaking excursions, river fishing and scenic walks across the headland.

Eastern Beach
Enjoy long coastal walks, learn to surf, spot colorful marine life at the nearby aquarium and admire the scenery at East London’s main beach.
Bonza Bay Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bonza Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to East London. Wander the white-sand beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.
Jan Smuts Stadium East London
Catch an event at Jan Smuts Stadium East London during your trip to Arcadia. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Alexander Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in East London at Alexander Country Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Cove Rock
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Cove Rock might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to East London. Amble around the area's white-sand beaches or visit its casinos.
Things to do
Top hotels in Southernwood

Premier Hotel East London ICC
Very comfortable
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Premier Hotel Regent
I really enjoyed a room that overlooked the Indian Ocean. The staff was very helpful and responsive when a need arose.
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2024

Hemingways Hotel
It was very good.
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Blue Lagoon Hotel and Conference Centre
Not up to standards for foreign tourists. The rooms need updating. There was no hot water.to shower. This is not up to standards for foreigners.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2024

Road Lodge East London
Great over night stay. Friendly staff. Clean bathroom. Comfo8bed.
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Park Place Boutique Guesthouse
Disappointing for a 4star. Limited breakfast options, simple things like, no fried or boiled or poached eggs, no filter coffee. Only one plug point in the room. Iron in room had no settings and I ended up scorching my garment. Noise was on another level from staff, and when asked to please quiet ...
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Southernwood

Quigney Beach
While Quigney Beach might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastern Beach and Jan Smuts Stadium East London.

