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About this property
The historic Royal St. Andrews Hotel, Spa and Conference Center is located in Port Alfred. The hotel has an outdoor pool, a state-of-the art conference center and offers free high-speed WiFi throughout. The elegant rooms and suites at the hotel are air conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV, private bathroom and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Reverse osmosis treated water is supplied to cold water taps in all rooms. The Thistle Restaurant is an ideal place for intimate dinners or special occasions, serving fine cuisine and a good selection of South African wines. Locally crafted beer and traditional pub cuisine can be enjoyed at The Highlander Pub. Overlooking a courtyard and a garden, the casual Paper Nautilus Deli serves coffee and breakfasts. A range of spa treatments and therapies can be arranged at Camelot Spa. The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club is just a short walk away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- 3 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Erica
South Africa
“everything even to the great staff for keeping my cooler bag with baby food till we collected on the saturday on our way home” - Jenny
South Africa
“BREAKFAST WAS VERY NICE EXCEPT THAT THE HOT MEAL... BACON EGGS ETC WAS COLD AS THEY LEFT THE WARMERS OPEN SO BY THE TIME YOU GOT YOUR BREAKFAST THE FOOD WAS COLD sUPPER WAS GOOD AT THE HIGHLANDER AND STAFF VERY HELPFULL” - Nyaniso
South Africa
“- Quiet and serene. - Great facilities. - Great breakfast.” - Asanda
South Africa
“Everything about it, the welcoming, hospitality and the beautiful hotel” - Dicey
South Africa
“Stylish - comfort - friendly staff - superb breakfast - great location” - Tanya
United States
“Thank you so much again. Every time we stay with you, it feels like returning to our family. The team is amazing especially in crazy season. We really appreciate the friendliness and hard work.” - Tparchi3
South Africa
“We loved this hotel in Port Alfred. You could see that there is a thought behind everything. The rooms are big and very comfortable, all amenities provided. Spotlessly cleaned every day. Breakfast is exceptional with so many hot/cold dishes to...” - Lumka
South Africa
“I like the rooms are wonderful and special for family.” - Jason
United States
“The bathroom was excellent. Great tub, and a very large bathroom.” - Anonymous
South Africa
“Staff very friendly. Bar really nice and food was great.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- The Highlander Pub
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
- Thistle Restaurant
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceModern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
- Paper Nautilus
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note that children under the age of 12 are not permitted at Thistle Restaurant. The dress code is smart.
Please note that breakfast is not included for children under the age of 12.