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

123 at the Sea Brookes Hill Suites
Accommodating up to four guests, the apartment includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a well-designed open-plan kitchen and living area. 123 a...

La Mer Guesthouse
La Mer Guesthouse offers comfortable accommodation in a selection of rooms just five minutes away from Port Elizabeth Airport. All rooms have a T...

36 Mount Road Guesthouse
36 Mount Road offers accommodation just outside of Port Elizabeth Central; a charming city along the Eastern Cape shoreline. The guest house comp...

4 Boutique Beach House
4 Boutique Beach House suites each have their own entrance and outdoor seating area and have full access to the in-house facilities and swimming ...

Isango Gate Boutique Hotel and Spa
Isango Gate Boutique Hotel and Spa is situated in the premier quiet suburb of Summerstrand in Port Elizabeth and on the doorstep of one of its pr...

Bhotani Bed & Breakfast
Bhotani offers four star graded accommodation in a choice of comfortable rooms. All rooms are offered on a bed & breakfast basis and dinner is av...

Summerseas Seaside Retreat
Summerseas Seaside Retreat is a 3-berdoom self-catering holiday apartment situated in a secure complex on the beachfront in Summerstrand. The com...

Coega Harbour View B&B
Located in the upmarket suburb of Bluewater Bay, Coega Harbour View is a three star graded guest house with bed and breakfast accommodation and i...
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 - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
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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