Amsterdamhoek, Port Elizabeth
On the banks of the Swartkops River, near its mouth, is Amsterdamhoek. This may be a suburb in Port Elizabeth, but it exudes all of the appeal of a fishing village in its own right. The homes here are, generally, rustic and fairly large (although many have been revamped or even rebuilt since the 1970’s), most having beautiful views of the river. From many places, the waters of the Indian Ocean are also visible, creating magnificent backdrops.
Amsterdamhoek remains popular amongst fishermen, who love to bask on the river’s banks, enjoying the warm South African sunshine and the vistas of the Eastern Cape. Along with them, there are often families playing in the warm river’s waters, while the clear coastal air is bracing.
The suburb creates a feeling of being far from the city, even remote. Really, though, Amsterdamhoek is less than 10 kilometres from the heart of the city, and within a short drive from the many beaches that Port Elizabeth has to offer, as well as the shopping malls, historical attractions and natural areas.
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Hotels & other accommodation options
St. Phillips Bed & Breakfast
St Phillips Bed & Breakfast is a double storey Victorian home situated in Richmond Hill, one of Port Elizabeth's oldest suburbs. The Bed & Breakf...
Wild Break Self Catering
Wild Break is comprised of two fully furnished apartments offering accommodation on the rocky shores of Seaview in Port Elizabeth. Seaview is ren...
Summerseas 35
Located in Summerstrand, Summerseas 35 offers accommodation in a modern apartment with sea views and direct access to Pollock beach. The secure c...
Ocean Bay Guest House
Ocean Bay in Summerstrand and from here you are a comfortable walk from Pollock Beach, leading on to the beachfront walks, boardwalk and cycle pa...
Nottingham Country House
Nottingham Country House combines warm hospitality, charm and sophisticated comfort for leisure travellers and business executives. Nottingham Co...
Aqua Marine
Ideally situated in La Roche Drive, in a quiet location, Aqua Marine Guest House offers accommodation within a five minute walking distance from ...
Aquadel Accommodation
Situated in the seaside suburb of Bluewater Bay, Aquadel Accommodation is just a five minute walk from safe, clean beaches and is also close to a...
Fairways Guest House
Fairways Guest House offers affordable accommodation. Situated right next to the golf course in Uitenhage, we offer eight luxury, fully furnished...
Beachway B&B
Beachway offers accommodation in Summerstrand. We offer seven double rooms each sleeping two guests. Each room has a double bed and an en-suite ...
Things to do in the area
Roseate Tern Hiking Trail
Start: Cape Recife Nature Reserve entrance gate, just off Marine Drive in SummerstrandFinish: where you started (it’s a circular walk)Duration: 9...
Bluewater Bay Beach
On the outskirts of Port Elizabeth, where the ocean is wilder and the air is laced with sea spray, are the laid-back suburb of Bluewater Bay and ...
Swartkops Beach
On the outskirts of the industrial area of Port Elizabeth, heading towards the world-renowned Addo Elephant National Park, is the tiny sandy stre...
Noteworthy attractions
Donkin Heritage Trail
The Donkin Heritage Trail is named after the Acting Governor of the Cape Colony at the time, Sir Rufane Donkin. South Africans are well acquainte...
Fort Frederick
Like many national monuments, Fort Frederick first appears as little more than a few brick walls, albeit old walls that seem to hold little signi...
St Georges Park Cricket Ground
The oldest park in Port Elizabeth and the site of the second oldest cricket club in the country, St George’s Park lies in the heart of Port Eliza...
Humewood Golf Club
One of South Africa’s top-rated golf clubs, Humewood is a true Links course which has hosted numerous PGA events, including the South African Ope...
Bayworld Museum Complex
The Main Museum of Bayworld blends cultural and natural history. Embark on an exciting journey through time and through the fascinating world aro...
Eastern Cape Beaches
The Eastern Cape in South Africa boasts some of the world’s best beaches and 800 km of unspoilt picturesque coastlines where blue oceans tumble o...
Port Elizabeth Golf Club
Port Elizabeth Golf Club, which is commonly known as "The Hill", was founded in 1890 and is one of South Africa's oldest golf clubs. Today the pl...
Walmer Country Club
Walmer Country Club with its warm and friendly atmosphere, is 54 years old. It has grown from strength to strength and has over 550 members. Walm...
Cape Recife Nature Reserve
Cape Recife Nature Reserve is one of the best bird-watching locations in Port Elizabeth. The Cape Recife Nature Reserve offers beautiful beach, n...
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