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First Avenue Guesthouse

3 First Avenue, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth 6001, South Africa (Formerly First Avenue Lodge)
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First Avenue Guesthouse
Ranked #19 of 31 Summerstrand B&B and Inns
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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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3 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

First avenue is handy for the Boardwalk; eateries and Barney's Tavern! Rooms are nice and I do like my favorite which Denise allocates if possible. It has a glimpse of the sea and a nice balcony. Having a fridge and microwave is a bonus if eating in is needed when there is work to be done :(

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LisaRentzke, Manager at First Avenue Guesthouse, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Thank you for your lovely review. Yes, we find Barneys is very popular with many of our guests and an added bonus that it is within walking distance just across the road! The Boardwalk is also very conveniently located and has many wonderful restaurants and entertainment for guests visiting PE. We look forward to hosting you again, Denise and Lisa More

calgary
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

First Avenue Guesthouse has a fantastic location, beautiful surroundings, and lovely accommodation. These are all very important factors but Denise and Lisa are absolutely wonderful. They were fantastic, professional and helpful right from the booking stage until we departed. They went above and beyond to ensure my guests were looked after. The rest of the staff were efficient, warm, friendly... More

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LisaRentzke, Owner at First Avenue Guesthouse, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Thanks so much for your lovely comments!! It is guests like yourself and your group that make our jobs that much easier :-) We look forward to hosting you again in the near future! More

East London South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

We have been staying at First Avenue as a family for many years . It is a fantastic guest house in the most convenient beachfront location yet peaceful and homely all in one. Love staying here and look forward to each visit

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LisaRentzke, Owner at First Avenue Guesthouse, responded to this review
2 May 2013

Thanks so much and we look forward to hosting you and your family here for many more years to come! More

Johannesburg, South Africa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2012

The Guesthouse was very pleasant and very reasonably priced. It is also excellently positioned close to the Boardwalk (casino, shops, restaurants) and a lovely beach. The cost of R850 per night for a family unit - including 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a little kitchen. A little frustrating was the attention to detail. We were met by and escorted to... More

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LisaRentzke, Manager at First Avenue Guesthouse, responded to this review
7 January 2013

Thank you very much for your feedback, we appreciate all comments from our guests as this helps us to improve our service where possible as well as let our staff know when they have done a great job. We apologise if our breakfast room service was not up to our normal standard on the morning of your stay as our... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2012

Several buildings on the property make up the First Avenue Guesthouse. Located in a nice neighborhood. Room was spacious, well furnished, clean. Bathroom had new fixtures. Unlimited wifi. In my limited interactions with staff they were helpful and nice. The common spaces are in a separate building; I was only in the breakfast room so can't comment on the other... More

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LisaRentzke, Manager at First Avenue Guesthouse, responded to this review
7 January 2013

Thank you for your comments, we appreciate your positive remarks about our establishment and trust to see you here again in the future! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013
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Address: 3 First Avenue, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth 6001, South Africa (Formerly First Avenue Lodge)
Region: South Africa > Eastern Cape > Port Elizabeth > Summerstrand
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #19 of 31 B&Bs / Inns in Summerstrand
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
First Avenue Guesthouse is located in the exclusive beachfront suburb of Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth and is the perfect destination for discerning business and leisure travellers. Accommodation is elegant and comfortable with each well-appointed room opening onto the swimming pool and beautiful secluded garden. Each room has its own private entrance and en-suite bathroom with secure off-street parking and all-night security is also provided to ensure the safety of our guests and their belongings.First Avenue Guesthouse offers 4-star boutique style accommodation and is very central in close proximity to main shopping areas, the business hub, sporting facilities and less than 100 metres from popular beaches. The Guesthouse is within easy walking distance of the Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment complex and many other beachfront restaurants. We pride ourselves with a friendly welcoming environment and offer great service and hospitality.Port Elizabeth is ideally situated on the Garden Route between Knysna and East London and the surrounding areas boast malaria-free private game lodges, the famous National Addo National Elephant Park and many other attractive tourist destinations. Port Elizabeth is also famously known as the water sport capital of Southern Africa, making First Avenue Guesthouse the ideal location for athletes competing in the many major sporting events in Port Elizabeth. ... more   less 

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