• The Lookout Guest House offers comfortable accommodation in Port Alfred, with panoramic views of the sea, the marina and the Kowie River.
    The Lookout Guest House offers comfortable accommodation in Port Alfred, with panoramic views of the sea, the marina and the Kowie River.

    Comfortable self-catering accommodation in Port Alfred, with beautiful views of the ocean, marina and Kowie River. Ideal for couples, families and business travellers seeking a relaxed coastal stay. Relax, unwind and enjoy the best of coastal living.

  • Each of our units offers comfort, privacy and a unique layout — choose the one that best suits your stay in Port Alfred.

    Unit 6 – Spacious Family Apartment Perfect for families or groups, offering generous space and stunning views.

  • Each of our units offers comfort, privacy and a unique layout — choose the one that best suits your stay in Port Alfred.

    Unit 5 – Coastal Family Living Ideal for couples or families, with space, views and a private balcony.

  • Each of our units offers comfort, privacy and a unique layout — choose the one that best suits your stay in Port Alfred.

    Unit 4 – Luxury Marina Views Spacious and comfortable with beautiful marina and ocean views. [View Unit]

  • Each of our units offers comfort, privacy and a unique layout — choose the one that best suits your stay in Port Alfred.

    Unit 3 – Private & Peaceful Tucked away in a quiet corner, perfect for a relaxed and tranquil stay.

  • Each of our units offers comfort, privacy and a unique layout — choose the one that best suits your stay in Port Alfred.

    Unit 1 – Compact & Comfortable Perfect for business travellers or couples needing a convenient overnight stay.

  • The Lookout Guest House offers comfortable Port Alfred accommodation with panoramic views of the sea, the Kowie River and the Royal Alfred Marina.

    Lovely aerial picture of our lovely Guest House

  • Each of our units offers comfort, privacy and a unique layout — choose the one that best suits your stay in Port Alfred.

    Unit 2 – Family-Friendly with Patio Ideal for families, with a spacious patio and easy access to the pool and braai area

  • “Enjoy peaceful sunsets from the garden at The Lookout Guest House, high above Port Alfred.”
  • “Twilight views over Port Alfred from The Lookout Guest House.”
  • Gorgeous views
  • “A cosy pub-style lounge where guests can relax, chat and enjoy a drink while the braai is on outside.”
  • Secure off street parking
  • Perfect for hot sunny days
  • Apartment 5, cosy private balcony
  • To cook or not to cook
The Lookout Guest House • Port Alfred

As the name suggests, The Lookout Guest House is perched high on a hill overlooking the picturesque town of Port Alfred, commanding panoramic views of the sea, the Kowie River, Royal Alfred Marina, and the colourful small boat harbour.
Port Alfred has much to offer visitors, from charming coffee shops and excellent restaurants to interesting craft shops and galleries.

Situated midway between Port Elizabeth and East London on the scenic R72, Port Alfred is the perfect base from which to explore South Africa’s Sunshine Coast and the historic Frontier Country.

The owner- managed guesthouse offers friendly, relaxed and homely hospitality and your hosts Rod and Angela Farthing  will ensure that all your needs and comforts are met. The Lookout is very close to the town and all amenities and there are many good restaurants in the vicinity. Port Alfred's pristine beaches are only 3 minutes away.

The Lookout Experience

The Lookout Experience

With seven spacious accommodation units, all equipped with fitted kitchenettes and BBQ/braai facilities, The Lookout Guest House ensures that you have a home away from home experience in the heart of Port Alfred.

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Discover the Sunshine Coast

Discover the Sunshine Coast

Located in the heart of Port Alfred, The Lookout Guest House invites you to discover the gems of the Sunshine Coast. Take a stroll down Kelly's Beach or a historical tour at Kowie History Museum or watch Southern Right Whales froclicking on our coastline.

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Attractions

Attractions

Port Alfred has much to offer. Lovely coffee shops, restaurants and crafty places. Visit Bathurst for the day, for a lovely day out. Full of arts and crafts and the Famous Pig and Whistle pub and much more.

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We're Rated on TripAdvisor

We're Rated on TripAdvisor

Find out why more than 70 guests have rates us Excellent on the world's biggest travel website. As an owner-run property, we take hospitality seriously, and will ensure that all your needs and comforts are met.

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“Experience panoramic sea views and relaxed coastal hospitality at The Lookout Guest House.”

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Guest Reviews

  • Hospitality at its finest.

    When I have gone away and stayed at a hotel or a B&B, I always refer to my place of stay as, "my room". Upon staying at The Lookout, I realised that "my room" is not appropriate. Instead, I had to refer to it as "home." The rooms are cozy and extremely comforting. The staff reinforces that sense of homeliness and they exude politeness. The breakfasts are amazing and... Read this review

    Jamie Schoeman

  • Fantastic stay!

    My stay at the Lookout guesthouse was beyond great. The rooms were amazing and worked well for my electric wheelchair. The unit that we stayed in was beyond spacious enough for the movement of my wheelchair, this made everything comfortable. The bathrooms were wide enough to allow space for bathroom use, the bedrooms were well spaced out as well as the unit was one level to allow ease of... Read this review

    Moodie 97

  • The best B+B in town

    If you are wanting to stay at the best B+B in Port Alfred, The Lookout is where you need to go. The food is on another level, the accommodation, service and most of all the views are just incredible!!! We will always go back to The Lookout, it is quite simply better than any other.

    StanChubb

    Johannesburg

  • A Lovely Christmas Stay

    We met up with our family the Lookout Guesthouse for Christmas in PA and had a most wonderful time. We made use of the bar and entertainment area for Christmas lunch and enjoyed the pool, the good weather and beautiful sea views. There was plenty of space to gather round and open presents and the well-stocked kitchens ensured we had everything we needed to make a big family meal.... Read this review

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