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The Boardwalk Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel near Hobie Beach

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Property entrance
Lobby
Superior Luxury Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Beach Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hobie Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, King's Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Twin Room

  • Sea view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Luxury Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Luxury Room

  • Sea view
  • 764 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | Living area | 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Junior Suite

  • Sea view
  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Suite

  • Sea view
  • 947 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Paraplegic Room

  • Sea view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha

Summerstrand stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Summerstrand hotel, you'll find Hobie Beach and King's Beach. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and Market Square are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Humewood Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • King's Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bayworld - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Kouzina - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Charlie's Pizza & Pasta - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Coachman Resturant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Boardwalk Hotel

4-star beach hotel near Hobie Beach
The Boardwalk Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There are 13 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 32281 square feet (2999 square meters) and includes a conference center. A casino, a fitness center, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly The Boardwalk Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Gqeberha hotel.

  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 13 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • 32281 sq ft of conference space
  • 2999 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2012
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
The Boardwalk Hotel offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip 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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1996/003925/07

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

How close is The Boardwalk Hotel to the airport?

The Boardwalk Hotel is 3 mi (11-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boardwalk Hotel on Jun 9, 2026 start from $153, 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.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have an airport shuttle?

The Boardwalk Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 100 per person, one way.

How close is The Boardwalk Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Hobie Beach and 12-minute walk from King's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Boardwalk Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Boardwalk Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Boardwalk Hotel?

During your stay you can enjoy the onsite casino, featuring 100 slot machines and 10 gaming tables.

What time is check-in at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Boardwalk Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have a pool?

The Boardwalk Hotel features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 13 restaurants on site.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages, mani/pedis, and facials.

How close is The Boardwalk Hotel to downtown Gqeberha?

The Boardwalk Hotel is 2.3 mi away from Gqeberha.

The Boardwalk Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 273 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a beautiful location and the stay was comfortable. The hotel was clean and well kept. The breakfast buffet was delicious and a lot of variety.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph

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

8/10 Good

Andreas

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

6/10 Okay

bharat

It was conveniently located to shops and restaurants. Food options in the hotel limited and served a chicken and vegetable soup to a vegetarian (requested vegetable soup).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room had plenty of space, the bed was comfortable and tea and coffee was available. It had a large bathroom and the shower was excellent. Bottled fresh water was provided every day which we kept cold in the fridge. We had a nice view over the pool with the ocean in the background. However…. I did go around with a screwdriver tightening the door and drawer knobs and some hinges on the cupboard doors. A lightbulb wasn’t working and a USB socket was unusable - obviously these hadn’t been reported to maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Summerstrand. Having the mall right beside us for beach and restaurant access was excellent. Enjoyed the pool both days but it really needed to be vacuumed on the second day. Breakfast area was lovely and the food was good but not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was unfriendly. There are no family dining options. There are no amenities in the room. The room was very hot and we couldn't sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Derek

Disliked: Staff & service
A great reception when checking in but downhill from there. Apart from reception the staff attention to residents is shocking. The room was poorly prepared, signage said do not drink the water, water is provided, we are still waiting! Dinner in the bar was a joke, staff pay no attention and when the food eventually arrives it is cold. We will not be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and luxurious hotel with excellent rooms, but very poor restaurant. Especially if you are a non smoker
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022