With panoramic  views of the coastline, East London’s port harbour and the Indian Ocean Premier Hotel EL ICC is the latest offering of Premier Hotels & Resorts International in the Eastern Cape. This contemporary designed Hotel provides the ultimate in luxurious accommodation to the business executive.  Located adjacent to the East London International Convention Centre,  a mere10 minutes of the major shopping, entertainment and sporting facilities and only 15 minutes to the East London Airport, Premier Hotel EL ICC is bound to be the venue of choice for the discerning traveller.

Accommodation

Premier Hotel EL ICC offers guests a choice of 260 stylishly decorated rooms, ranging from suites, executive suites and penthouse suites, all with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean. All rooms have satellite television and Internet connectivity. For those guests who have some time to unwind, the Emerald Spa which will be located within the hotel, is the perfect place to be pampered.  The Emerald Spa will be opening soon!

This pristine hotel offers several services and facilities to ensure a truly remarkable stay.  These services include 24 hour reception service, limited room service, laundry, ironing and valet services,  internet connectivity, satelite TV, a spa & gymnasium (opening soon) and both open and underground parking.  The underground split-level parking accommodates 213 parking bays.

Furthermore, a business centre for all your “away from office” requirements as well as a meeting venue is available. Conferences can be hosted at either the Premier Hotel Regent or the East London International Convention Centre which are both within the Marine Park Complex on East London’s Esplanade.

Wine & Dine

The hotel’s Salmon Restaurant is sure to delight you with its superb menu and themed evenings, and what more can you ask for when enjoying your meal while having spectacular views of the Indian Ocean. For those who prefer to dine in the privacy of their rooms, a 16 hour room service is available.

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Local Attractions
Mpongo Private Game Reserve is nestled in the malaria free Eastern Cape and is surrounded by some of the best tourist attractions in the region.

Beaches - Visitors to Premier Hotel King David can spend a day at one of the many beautiful white sandy beaches in East London.  The unspoiled coastal line is a haven for tourists and offers several recreational activities, including swimming, sail boat trips, waterskiing in the river mouth, and sail boating.

Bird Watching - Mpongo Private Game Reserve is a mere 35km from East London and is known for its richness in bird life, boasting with more than 250 bird species.  This alone makes it one of the best Eastern Cape tourist attractions where bird lovers can even observe birds in their natural habitat from the comfort of their luxurious rooms.  Mpongo has been awarded birder friendly statust by SA birdlife.

Game Drives - Visitors to East London should take some time to visit Mpongo Private Game Reserve, only 35km from East London.  Few reserves offer the variety of African game that can be viewed from open vehicles as at Mpongo Private Game Reserve.  Come close to wild through a two to three hour open vehicle drive under the guidance of an experienced game guide.  Included in the drive is a refreshment stop where you will be treated to light beverages and snacks.  Another option is our self drive game viewing option where you can view the game from the comfort of your own vehicle.   

Golf Courses - Two golf courses also form part of the Eastern Cape tourist attractions, one of which already hosted no less than six SA Opens.  Keen golfers can play their finest strokes right next to the beautiful Indian Ocean at the East London Golf Course which has been rated as one of the top golf courses in South Africa.

Historical Attractions - History lovers will find many tourist attractions in the Port City of East London.  The city is home to the Ann Bryant Art Gallery where Cape Dutch and Victorian artwork from 1880 and onwards are displayed.  The Steve Biko Garden of Remembrance provides a glimpse into the South African activist history while the beautiful City Hall commemorates the Queen Victoria diamond jubilee and is more than a hundred years old.  As the only river port in South Africa, a tour through the old harbour should not be missed.  A historical tour in this city will not be complete without a visit to the East London Museum where you will be able to see the only dodo egg in the world and can get a peek into the Xhosa history.

Whale Watching - It is not often that you get to see the large water creatures, but you can spend an afternoon at the oldest aquarium in South Africa while enjoying spectacular scenes of whales swimming in the ocean through a telescope fitted on the deck. Seal shows and more than 400 species of fish to be seen make a visit to the aquarium a must for lovers of the marine world.