Malabar, Port Elizabeth
Malabar is an old area of Port Elizabeth, situated in the northern areas of the city. As such, it is surrounded by other suburbs; such as Gelvandale, Schauderville, Linton Grange, and Morningside. This is an important area in terms of the history of the Eastern Cape and the country itself.
In the mid-20th century, the Apartheid regime that was ruling South Africa at the time dictated that all non-white citizens be forcibly removed from certain areas and into other, completely undeveloped parts outside of the city centre. Malabar was one of these outlying suburbs, assigned to the Indian folk. As they were moved here, their former homes were destroyed along with all of their memories and belongings.
Therefore, Malabar is an important part of the local heritage; its homes and mosques telling the stories of the many people that have lived here for generations. There are several Islamic places of worship in Malabar, which are a real treat to visit and learn about.
Malabar is surrounded by a number of important highways. These lead to the N2 (which, eventually goes to Jeffrey’s Bay, the Garden Route and, eventually, Cape Town), as well as to the city centre of Port Elizabeth and the beachfronts for which the Friendly City is so well-known and loved around the country.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
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 ...
Emabaleni Guest House
Emabaleni Guest House offers affordable Summerstrand accommodation for business and leisure travelers in Port Elizabeth. The accommodation is set...
39 on Church Guest House
39 on Church offers accommodation in Walmer, a popular suburb in Port Elizabeth. The guesthouse has a large swimming pool, cosy lounge and spacio...
Forest Hall Guest House
Forest Hall offers comfortable accommodation in king / double / twin beds with plush gowns, electric blankets, ceiling fans and heaters, bar frid...
Bandle at the Boardwalk
Bandle at The Boardwalk is a self catering holiday apartment in Summerstrand sleeping four guests. The main bedroom is furnished with a King-size...
Masinga Cottage
Masinga Cottage is located in Walmer just 2km form the airport. The cottage sleeps two adults and one child people and is fully equipped for eith...
On The Bay Bed & Breakfast
On the Bay Bed & Breakfast offers TGCSA 3 star graded accommodation for business executives, tourists and holiday makers. We are ideally situated...
Ebubeleni Guest House
Ebubeleni Guest House offers quiet, spacious and comfortable accommodation just 10 minutes from the centre of Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape ...
Anfield Stable Cottage
Anfield Stable Cottage is situated in the beautiful rural area of Colleen Glen, on the outskirts of Port Elizabeth. The area boasts beaches, gam...
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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