WAVECREST BEACH HOTEL & SPA - Centane

Rooms at Wavecrest Beach Hotel & Spa include a wardrobe, private bathroom with a shower, and some have sea views. The hotel is clean and spacious, with bedding and towels described as crisp. Some rooms are tired, with broken tiles and stains; the hotel may need an upgrade, per some reviews.

Breakfast options include buffet, à la carte, or Full English/Irish. Meals are home-cooking style, described as tasty, generous, and filling. Variety is limited but enough for non-fussy eaters. Staff also prepare fish or lobster caught by guests for dinner. The bar serves drinks and snacks.

The hotel has a Jacuzzi and pool deck for taking in the river and ocean view. The spa offers treatments but was noted as lovely; noise from the playground can be an issue. Canoeing on the river and boat tours are available. Sunset river cruises are a highlight. The lounge is comfortable and spacious.

Wavecrest is in Centane, 144 km from East London Airport. The road is a 30 km dirt/gravel drive through villages. The beach is accessed only by canoe-a quick ride across. Staff help guests get across. The setting is on the edge of a river mouth and ocean, with beautiful views.

Staff are friendly, helpful, and attentive. Housekeeping (Phumeza, Gogo) is commended. The hotel offers guided walks, boat tours, and a kids' play room (noted as needing cleaning). Room service is not specified; the hotel provides free parking, Wi-Fi, and electricity. A riverfront cabin option is available.