The owner /manager James has certainly put his mark of excellence on this property. He treated us like kings- nothing was too much trouble- he even lent me a laptop to sort out my i-phone problems. The breakfast is to die for. The furnishings modern and comfortable. Our room was comfortable and spotless. This area of Walmer is an elite... More

Forest Hall is a gracious old family home set in a beautifully treed garden. All the rooms that we have stayed in are tastefully decorated, have everything a traveller needs, with private entrances leading to the large grounds and pool. The bathrooms are extremely well appointed with lovely showers and superb baths. James and Hilary are wonderful, welcoming hosts and... More

We stayed at Forest Hall for two nights at very short notice, and on the strength of other TA reviews. That turned out to be a great choice it was lovely and just what we were looking for. James was very welcoming and helpful, suggesting places to eat and orientating us with maps. We loved the accommodation - it was... More

Stayed here with my wife and 16 year old daughter for 2 nights at the end of a trip along the Garden Route - and before departing for Johannesberg to continue our tour of South Africa. We stayed in a family room that was perfect - large and really clean with an excellent shower and bath. The owners were away... More

We stayed at Forest Hall with our young kids during our month long visit to South Africa. The rooms were spacious with modern bathrooms and tastefully decorated. The gardens are huge and open allowing our kids some run time. Our hosts recommended both local places to eat and see as well as ways to break up our next leg of... More

A group of eight of us stayed in late February 2011, we were very pleased with Forest Hall. Hospitality was excellent and James could not do enough for us. Accommodation was very comfortable and very clean and very well maintained. The gardens and swimming pool form an oasis of peace and tranquility, whilst still near the centre. Breakfast was excellent... More

The place is excellently managed; the rooms are very good, and the breakfast excellent. The owner goes out of his way to make guests feel at home, and to ensure that they have the best possible advice and tips for what to do in the area. Highly recommended. Located in a quiet part of Port Elizabeth, only a few minutes... More

Forest Hall is a lovely secluded property with well appointed and excellently equipped rooms. James and Hilary are attentive hosts and will go over and above the call of duty to attend to guests needs. More

I happened to stumble across this absolute GEM of accommodation in Port Elizabeth. I travel all over South Africa on business for Great Time Timing Systems. We do timing for major Sporting Events. The absolute commitment and passion that James and Hillary have for their business in unsurpassed in the hospitality Industry. It felt like I was at home from... More