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The Boardwalk Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Hobie Beach

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Hiking
Lobby
Dining
Terrace/patio
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July

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Luxury Twin Room

Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Living area

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 62 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 88 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Paraplegic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Luxury Room

Superior Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 71 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
Beach Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001

What's nearby

  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hobie Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • King's Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Market Square - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ginger The Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Co - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Boardwalk Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Market Square
Located close to Hobie Beach and King's Beach, The Boardwalk Hotel provides a casino, a bowling alley and a poolside bar. For those looking to try their luck, this hotel boasts 100 slot machines, a casino VIP room and 10 casino gaming tables. Indulge in a massage, a manicure/pedicure and a facial at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 13 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on-site.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge) and free newspapers
  • A gift shop, ATM/banking services and meeting rooms
Room features
All 140 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Childcare services, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 13 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 10 gaming tables
  • 100 slot machines
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Casino
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (32,281 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 100 per person (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 1996/003925/07

We should mention

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Boardwalk Hotel Port Elizabeth
Boardwalk Port Elizabeth
Boardwalk Hotel
The Boardwalk Hotel Port Elizabeth/Summerstrand
The Boardwalk Hotel Hotel
The Boardwalk Hotel Gqeberha
The Boardwalk Hotel Hotel Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boardwalk Hotel?

As of 15 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boardwalk Hotel on 29 July 2025 start from AU$206.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Boardwalk Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 100 per person applies.

Where is The Boardwalk Hotel located?

Located in Summerstrand, this family-friendly Gqeberha hotel is within a 15-minute walk of King's Beach and Hobie Beach. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and Market Square are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Boardwalk Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 259 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying here. The staff make it worth it. The breakfast is very good. Rooms are clean and the hotel is walkable to everything; the beach, mall, shops, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ironman visit

Amazing stay. Great hotel. Wish the breakfast had water and sparkling water included. Awesome how centrally located for all Ironman activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is absolutely GORGEOUS! Every detail is solidly and thoughtfully constructed, from the chair rail lining the hallway to the sliding bathroom door. But form without function is of little value, and the staff brings the function in spades. Everyone we met went out of their way to answer our questions. Special shout out to Reginald at the concierge desk-he was kind, knowledgeable and generous with his time and helped us to book an amazing outing! He knows the area and the hotel inside out and made our stay even better. The property is located across from the beach-it’s an easy 5 minute walk to the water and the pier as well. There are many restaurants adjacent-don’t skip Hello Beach! for some truly delicious food. There are also several restaurants and bars within the property, and a gorgeous indoor pool plus a stunning outdoor pool as well. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Noluthando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel in a convenient location. Rooms have awesome sea views. Hotel has the best Spa in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Andreas

Liked: Amenities
Nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s 5 star That’s it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient area and close to beaches and shopping centre
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a really nice and really comfortable hotel. The room was beautiful! I did a massage at the spa too and it was wonderful. It’s not on the water but it has great views of the water. They had a mall attached to it that we walked around and at dinner there. It was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel all round

We had a fantastic stay at the Broadwalk hotel. Amazing service and really big rooms! Staff were all so lovely and helpful. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Majestic Property

Majestic property for an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Thandile

Liked: Staff & service
The staff is friendly, clean but they didn’t clean me room. Reception and kitchen has to co-ordinate as my daughter was denied breakfast I had to fight that she’s in the booking. It needs to improve my toilet flush was not functioning it needs an upgrade . Staff helpful and friendly. Safe environment, security is good, spa excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Love the bath in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for why we were there. The information desk could be more helpful but the other staff were very friendly and accommodating. Very comfortable hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dinner service was very slow.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Le Roux

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

Great hotel, good service and value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic dream hotel. And we got an upgrade to a,suite room. Incredible breakfast. All great !!! The service, the swiming pool. Awsome
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice enough hotel but super outdated. The beach area used to be nice but is really rundown these days. Close proximity to the mall and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

High end affordable hotel

High-end hotel very well located. Quiet rooms, comfortable beds, great breakfast. Would go back. The casino across the hotel is disappointing. We left after 10 minutes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First class

First class everything, loved the breakfast !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful views

Superb location and lovely room on top floor. Outside pool was deserted but indoor pool full of kids. Nice peaceful sunbathing 😎. Staff were so helpful although a little slow at breakfast. Casino has smoking and non smoking areas which is good and I paid for the stay with my winnings 🤑
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was lovely. Easy free parking. Situated right night to a small mall where we had dinner in a restaurant on the seafront. This was great. Room was large and so was the bathroom. Windows opened fully to show sea and pool view. Only stayed one night. The only thing I didn’t enjoy was breakfast. This looked like it would be lovely but didn’t taste great, particularly the pancakes and coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is an nice hotel. The rooms are clean and spacious. They are under staffed in the breakfast area or the staff are.very well managed. The assistant manger was excellent. She resounded personally to some feedback I gave about the state of the gym equipment. And gladly extended by check out time. I would happily recommend it as a place to stay in PE
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Tarnished by the unfriendly staff.

A very nice building, with comfortable rooms and a handy location. Easy parking underground. The pool is too small for the size hotel, but there is a (very crowded) beach across the street. The breakfast buffet was average at best, with a la carte items delivered cold and different presentations from day to day. The greatest complaint is the lack of smiles and generally unfriendly staff. Our room was not ready until 1 hour after check-in and not a word of apology was offered. The staff at the restaurant was curt and avoided having any contact. The first time we encounter this while in South Africa!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty Georgian style Hotel that was conveniently close to the airport and the shopping mall and across the road from the beach. We had Large spacious room on the 4th floor overlooking the pool area and sea. I nearly cancelled this Hotel as I read the reviews but to be fair, it actually exceeded my expectations. I don’t have anything negative to say about the hotel. We use the spa The treatments were quite expensive for South African prices but we’re from the UK so it was reasonable for us. I did think it was a little bit cheeky that they charge Extra to use the sauna steam room which would double the price of your massage. However, the massage was exceptional experience. The spa is an outsourced supplier to the hotel sitting. In door pool and out swimming pool there’s also a small gym with a couple of treadmills and a few other machines as useful as also water available. The shopping mall is very close by and a couple of supermarkets. Lots of restaurants you’ve got children is a cinema and an arcade. Breakfast was ok - buffet but included in room rate . Platinum level Expedia members we got a free bottle of fizz waiting for us when we arrived, which was a nice touch. They were secure car parking facility underneath the hotel with direct access into the list and straight into the hotel. The hotel was very quiet at night. We had no loud noises which I do and we felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024