Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
BBQ facilities
Ironing service
Packed lunches
Board games/puzzles
Grocery deliveries
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Comfort
Cons:
Cleanliness
Service
Room Quality

Categories

Cleanliness
4.73
Numerous comments on untidiness and health hazards.
Service
8.2
Mixed feedback; some found staff unhelpful, but others noted some helpfulness.
Location
9.24
Frequently praised location, being close to beach and amenities.
Room Quality
5.69
Issues with maintenance, comfort and accurate room descriptions.
Amenities
6.72
Lack of proper kitchen amenities and issues with wifi.
Value for Money
7.68
Some guests felt it offered good value despite various issues.
Food and Beverage
6.23
Complaints about inadequate supplies of kitchen utensils.
Overall Experience
6.7
General dissatisfaction with the stay, particularly regarding cleanliness and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 03:22

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in East London

Tranquil Garden and Free WiFi
THE THATCH HIDE offers a serene garden setting for guests to relax in, coupled with complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the property.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Guests can enjoy the convenience of barbecue facilities, room service, and a 24-hour front desk, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free stay.

Nearby Attractions and Accessibility
Located close to Nahoon Beach and East London Golf Club, with easy access to East London Museum and East London Airport, THE THATCH HIDE is the perfect base to explore the vibrant city of East London.

Book your stay at THE THATCH HIDE now for a delightful and memorable experience.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

6.9
Based on 1511 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.73
Service: 8.2
Location: 9.24
Room Quality: 5.69
Amenities: 6.72
Value for Money: 7.68
Food and Beverage: 6.23
Overall Experience: 6.7
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Gayo couple za
6
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
M
Merle couple za
7
The place was nice I enjoyed the big room and the price was perfect
Pros:

The room was big and comfortable

Cons:

Requires regular maintenance the toilet was leaking and there’s damp in bathroom

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
S
Shosha solo_traveller za
7
Good
Pros:

I like the view

Cons:

The were too much noise in other room, couldn't sleep peacefully

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
R
Rantjie couple za
9
Pros:

The staff are great. Rooms are clean and comfortable. I enjoy my stay there every time

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
E
eugenne solo_traveller za
3
tollerable
Pros:

No breakfast no meals

Cons:

thin walls and noisy occupants

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
E
Esona couple za
2
Terrible. Would NEVER book there again, definitely wouldn't recommend
Pros:

I only loved the location and the reception lady was very nice.

Cons:

1. Uncomfortable beds
2. The room (room 10) had mice 😭😭
3. The wifi didn't work in that room unless you were standing at the door
4. The shower was too small cold water and leaked outside the entire floor
5. The TV only has the cheapest dstv package available, not a smart TV
6. No AC, no electric blanket
7. The lighting of the room is as if you're in a mine.
8. The bar fridge is ridiculously old, tucked inside the cabinets, didn't even maintain the cold.
9. No ironing board, you had to improvise
I could go on forever

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
T
Tshepiso Faith couple za
8
The stay was good will definitely come back.
Pros:

I loved the location it’s perfect, value for money. First room was great very beautiful. Second room for second day was not bad.

Cons:

The WiFi was not working great on check out day , first room was not properly mopped on the floor they could work on that. The shower door does not cover the shower meaning the water leaks on floor creating a mess. They should work on that otherwise the place is beautiful.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
A
Asekho solo_traveller za
10
2026-05-01 via Nuitee
K
Karin Maree family_with_children za
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Hi, I just want to express how unhappy I am with the property I stayed at from 25–29 April. On Booking.com it clearly stated there are braai facilities, but there were none. I also mentioned beforehand that I have a one-year-old and was assured it’s child-friendly — it definitely isn’t. There’s no safe place for a child to play, only a parking area with cars constantly moving in and out.

It was also advertised as self-catering, but there was only a kettle and a very dirty microwave. This was extremely disappointing. I would not recommend this place to anyone.

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
M
Mbuyi family_with_children za
6
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
couple za
10
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
M
Mouers solo_traveller za
4
Disappointed
Cons:

The place wasn't properly cleaned when we arrived. Found someone else’s food in the microwave, and it was invested with flies. Had a few issues with the hot water upon arrival and couldn't connect to the wifi from the room. I had to walk to reception to be able to connect properly to the wifi, but it's unacceptable because I want to relax from my room and connect to the wifi. There were no weather issues that could've disrupted the connection. These are a few things that they would need to take a look at, please.

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
N
N D solo_traveller za
8
2026-04-25 via Nuitee
K
Katangana solo_traveller za
8
2026-04-22 via Nuitee
L
Lorna Lulo family_with_children za
10
Pros:

The coziness of the place, location and overall atmosphere. I lived it so much I've made it my go to place 😊

Cons:

The fact that I didn't find anything not to like 😅

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
L
Lubelwana couple za
10
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
T
Teffo solo_traveller za
4
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
M
Makoba solo_traveller za
5
The stay was not as good as compared to the first experience,I had to fight for what i booked for .
Pros:

Location,friendly staff

Cons:

An allocated room

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
A
Aviwe couple za
8
My stay was wonderful regardless a Wi-Fi issue that was caused by the wind
Pros:

The view from it was breathtaking

Cons:

Nothing except for Wi-Fi

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
B
Brandon couple za
10
2026-04-08 via Nuitee