Reviews of Bright on 5th Guest house 4 stars
23 Brighton Drive, Summerstrand (Corner of Brighton and 5th Avenue), Summerstrand, 6001 Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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Reviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewMy daughter and I really enjoyed our stay at Bright on 5th. Mary was a wonderful attentive host and the breakfast was divine. Bright on 5th is located on a quiet street in Summerstrand. We felt perfectly safe on the grounds of the B&B and would highly recommend this stay.
Lacy, it was such a pleasure hosting you and are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay here. We hope to see you both again.
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe guest house is beautiful; the rooms are gorgeous and very comfortable and the hosts extremely friendly and helpful. In my opinion this should a 5-star establishment (currently 4 starts). Not many places give you a Lindt chocolate :) This will now be my guest house of choice in Gqerberha.
There was nothing I did not like.
Marlett, it was such a pleasure meeting you and having the privilege of hosting you. We are delighted that we can expect you again, hopefully soon:)
Reviewed: 15 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewSmart, and well kitted out with everything you might need.
Hi Robin Thank you so much for taking the time to review our guest house. It was wonderful hosting you and your team and hope to see you again soon.
Reviewed: 2 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 1 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful accommodation, warm and generous hosts! Had a wonderful time and will be back again!
Hi Tim, it was wonderful hosting you and look forward to your next visit!
Reviewed: 7 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewTop marks for the breakfast. Thank you. Location was great. close enough to the main beaches but far enough away from the crowds and noise.
Nothing to dislike
Reviewed: 22 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
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Verified reviewSpacious setup, very lovely garden. Super comfy bed.
Thank you so much for taking the time to rate our guest house. We thoroughly enjoyed hosting you.
Reviewed: 14 February 2024 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewExcellent location and cozy, beautiful rooms. The breakfast was very tasty and of high quality. We felt safe and well taken care of by the wonderful landlords, who gave us advice and helped whenever we had a problem. In the end, we decided to extend our stay.
We loved everything and will be happy to come back. The hospitality and dedication of the hosts is highly appreciated, and we can sincerely recommended this property!
Reviewed: 25 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 November 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewVery neat pleasant well maintained lodge, owners are super friendly and the breakfast was great!
Reviewed: 29 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewHope to see you again one day Alex! Thank you so much for taking the time to review our guest house.
Reviewed: 16 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewExcellent location. Was travelling for work, but made to feel welcome by Mary and her husband. Room was superb, lights on during load shedding and parking available.
Hi Jennifer. It was such a pleasure hosting you and we hope to see you on your next business trip. We appreciate the positive feedback and are happy that you found our location to be of benefit being so close to the Boardwalk Mall and Conference Centre.
Hi Jennifer. It was such a pleasure hosting you and we hope to see you on your next business trip. We appreciate the positive feedback and are happy that you found our location to be of benefit being so close to the Boardwalk Mall and Con… Show more
Reviewed: 26 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewThe place is clean and beautiful. The hosts were friendly and very helpful.Thank you Mary and husband for a memorable stay
The TV had troubles with the signal, might be due to weather. We couldn't use the beautiful bathtub. Parking is small.
Thank you so much ladies for taking the time to review our facilities. A pity that you did not report the TV signal, which may have been caused by very stormy weather, but we may have been able to address the problem. Parking is available comfortable for 6 vehicles, however due to bad parking, makes it difficult for others to park. We are just as disappointed that we need to request that the bathtubs not be used, but this is due to restrictions in our water scarce area. 2 king size beds were converted to 4 single beds as requested.
Thank you so much ladies for taking the time to review our facilities. A pity that you did not report the TV signal, which may have been caused by very stormy weather, but we may have been able to address the problem. Parking is available… Show more
Reviewed: 20 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewBeautiful place, peaceful and cosy
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It was an absolute joy hosting you both and sincerely hope to meet up with you again. We are most grateful that you have taken the time to positively review our guest house. AU REVOIR.
Reviewed: 8 January 2023 · Stayed in October 2022
Verified reviewBig rooms. Comfortable.
It was absolutely wonderful to host you, Vasilios and sincerely hope that we will see you again.
Reviewed: 8 January 2023 · Stayed in January 2023
Verified reviewThe breakfast was wonderful - absolutely everything catered for. Can't beat the location - quiet and peaceful but walking distance to the beachfront
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Thank you Graeme for taking the time to review our guest house. We loved hosting you and look forward seeing you again with the entire family.
Reviewed: 13 December 2022 · Stayed in September 2022
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