Photo of Beacon Bay beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Beacon Bay beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Beacon Bay beach with spacious bay

Photo of Beacon Bay beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Beacon Bay beach amenities area

Photo of Beacon Bay beach and the settlement

7.3

Good

Beacon Bay beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Beacon Bay beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Beacon Bay beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Wimpy is the closest place located 2500 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Beacon Bay beach?

There are 439 places to stay in the Beacon Bay beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Beacon Bay beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1698362&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Paralian Exclusive Guest House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=378143&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Osner</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3938927&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Marine Lodge</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6255217&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Guest House on Keam</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7037355&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The nest</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9360756&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">19 Baysville</a></li></ul>

East London, South Africa

#25 out of 73 in Eastern Cape

7.3

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

East London • 2.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Wimpy

8.8 - Excellent 2.5km

Restaurant Steers

8 - Very good 2.8km

Restaurant THE BEACH BREAK

8.8 - Excellent 3.3km

Bar Highlander Restaurant

8 - Very good 3.6km

Restaurant Bimbo's Beacon Bay

3.8km

Restaurant Windmill Junction Beacon Bay

9 - Excellent 4.7km

Cafe BEANTREE at Spargs Mall

6.6 - Good 4.7km

Restaurant Spargs Superspar Beacon Bay

8.8 - Excellent 4.7km

Restaurant Pot O'Curry

8.8 - Excellent 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Eastern Beach

8 - Very good 50m

Tourist Attraction German Settlers Memorial

7.6 - Very good 1km

Tourist Attraction Quigney Lookout

8 - Very good 1km

Tourist Attraction Bat's Cave

9.2 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Art Versatile

10 - Exceptional 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Nahoon Point Lighthouse

8.4 - Very good 2.1km

Tourist Attraction East London Tourism

5.2 - Tolerable 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Gately House

10 - Exceptional 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Nahoon Reef

9.2 - Excellent 2.7km

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About

Beacon Bay beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 25th place out of 73 beaches in the Eastern Cape region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious bay with turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Beacon Bay beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Nahoon beach, which has a rating of 7.5.

Beacon Bay beach is located in Eastern Cape within East London, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+24 ^o C +16 ^o C

Air temperature

8.4 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

5.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

East London • 2.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Wimpy

8.8 - Excellent 2.5km

Restaurant Steers

8 - Very good 2.8km

Restaurant THE BEACH BREAK

8.8 - Excellent 3.3km

Bar Highlander Restaurant

8 - Very good 3.6km

Restaurant Bimbo's Beacon Bay

3.8km

Restaurant Windmill Junction Beacon Bay

9 - Excellent 4.7km

Cafe BEANTREE at Spargs Mall

6.6 - Good 4.7km

Restaurant Spargs Superspar Beacon Bay

8.8 - Excellent 4.7km

Restaurant Pot O'Curry

8.8 - Excellent 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Eastern Beach

8 - Very good 50m

Tourist Attraction German Settlers Memorial

7.6 - Very good 1km

Tourist Attraction Quigney Lookout

8 - Very good 1km

Tourist Attraction Bat's Cave

9.2 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Art Versatile

10 - Exceptional 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Nahoon Point Lighthouse

8.4 - Very good 2.1km

Tourist Attraction East London Tourism

5.2 - Tolerable 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Gately House

10 - Exceptional 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Nahoon Reef

9.2 - Excellent 2.7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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2.1km

Orient beach Orient beach

6.7 Good

3km

Nahoon beach Nahoon beach

7.5 Very good

5.3km

Bonza Bay beach Bonza Bay beach

7.5 Very good

12.8km

Gonubie beach Gonubie beach

8.1 Very good

17.8km

Igoda beach Igoda beach

7.7 Very good

18km

Yellow Sands beach Yellow Sands beach

7.3 Good

20.5km

Glen Eden Lagoon Glen Eden Lagoon

7.2 Good

25.3km

Cintsa beach Cintsa beach

5.8 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

East London • 2.7km

Transport

Airport

ELS • 9.8km

Bus Station

Du Plessis J L • 12.5km

Train Station

Gately • 1.9km

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7.3 Good

Naledi Mthembu

10 Exceptional

I was pleasantly surprised to stumble upon this beach, as I had no prior knowledge of its location. Thanks to the assistance of Google, I was able to find my way here with ease.

March 2023

Kaelin Thorne

4 Frustrating

A picturesque shoreline, once renowned for its beauty, now appears to be abandoned. The parking area and surroundings are in a state of disrepair, much like the neighboring Quigney. It is advisable to visit the more well-maintained beaches such as Bonza Bay, or even better, Gonubie/Gqunube.

March 2023

Liam Karter

2 Very poor

This particular seaside spot, unfortunately, has earned the nickname Trash Beach due to the overwhelming amount of litter and refuse scattered throughout the area. It's truly disheartening to witness such a blatant disregard for the environment and the beauty of nature. The abundance of discarded alcohol bottles only adds to the unsightly scene. I cannot in good conscience recommend this beach to anyone seeking a peaceful and clean retreat. The fact that it has received positive reviews is truly perplexing to me.

March 2023

Zaros.

10 Exceptional

This East London beach is undoubtedly among the finest ones out there. It's perfect for spending quality time with your loved ones, as it boasts breathtaking vistas from the hilltop, which is adorned with a wooden walkway.

March 2023

Lionel Durand

4 Frustrating

The beach experience was quite disheartening. It was a Monday morning at 10am and the sight of vehicles parked in the lot with people openly drinking alcohol was quite unpleasant. The requirement to wear shoes was understandable, but the broken beer bottles scattered all around were a cause for concern. The absence of any Metro police or SAPS added to the disappointment. It was a pity to witness such a stunning beach in such a deteriorated state.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Beacon Bay beach?

The Beacon Bay beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Beacon Bay beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Beacon Bay beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Beacon Bay beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

The waves in the Beacon Bay beach are usually strong.

So the overall recommendation of the Beacon Bay beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Beacon Bay beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Beacon Bay beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Beacon Bay beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Beacon Bay beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Wimpy is the closest place located 2500 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Beacon Bay beach?

There are 439 places to stay in the Beacon Bay beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Beacon Bay beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Beacon Bay beach from parking?

The Beacon Bay beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Beacon Bay beach?

There are 4 attractions near Beacon Bay beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Eastern Beach located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Beacon Bay beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Beacon Bay beach is February. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 20°C and water 20°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Beacon Bay beach (Eastern Cape) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Beacon Bay beach (Eastern Cape) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.