The Windermere is set in a quiet residential area of Port Elizabeth, just a few minutes walk from the beach. It consists of 3 separate house that have been converted to guest accommodation. There are 9 very spacious bedrooms, all with a sitting area and modern amenities including air conditioning, heating, TV, DVD player, internet access, minibar and phone. The ensuite bathrooms are well appointed, have underfloor heating and come stocked with a range of Moulton Brown toiletries. Some rooms have private balcony or patio.
Breakfast is cooked to order and served either al fresco in the courtyard or indoors on cooler days. During the day and in the evening tea, coffee and a range of drinks and snacks can be ordered from the bar and enjoyed outside in the garden or indoors in the bar or living room. The hotel offers room service for light lunch or dinner but the friendly staff are also happy to recommend local restaurants, many of which are within a 5 minute walk.
There is a swimming pool and sundeck in the peaceful garden. The hotel has a DVD and music library which guests are free to use. There is secure underground car parking. The Windermere can offer free membership of the Virgin Active Health Club gym and discounted rates for golf to its guests.
Activities include visiting the historical sites of Port Elizabeth, a township tour, beach visits, a range of watersports, dolphin and whale watching. The Windermere's helpful staff can also arrange day safaris to local game reserves including Addo and Amakhala.
