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The Capital Boardwalk

Property class: 3
3-star hotel in Summerstrand

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A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a modern building with balconies.
A modern dining area with a large table, cushioned seating, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel with a courtyard, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern building with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a pool area.
A modern restaurant with a curved bar, seating areas, and a mezzanine level.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Boardwalk Mall (Entrance 4), Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hobie Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted artwork, and a view into the bathroom.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • Sea view
  • 60 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 90 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha

Summerstrand stay.You'll be steps from Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and within a 10-minute walk of Hobie Beach with a stay at this Summerstrand hotel. Also, Bird Rock is within half a mile (1 km) and Piet Retief Monument is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Humewood Beach - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • King's Beach - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Kouzina - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪News Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Capital Boardwalk

3-star hotel in Summerstrand
The Capital Boardwalk offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly The Capital Boardwalk also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Gqeberha hotel.

  • 145 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Capital Boardwalk offers 145 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. This Gqeberha hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 275 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 275 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number Reg no: 2006/006561/07

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Capital Boardwalk to the airport?

The Capital Boardwalk is 3.3 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 Capital Boardwalk?

As of Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Capital Boardwalk on Nov 1, 2026 start from $113, 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 Capital Boardwalk have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Capital Boardwalk.

How close is The Capital Boardwalk to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Hobie Beach and 8-minute walk from Bird Rock. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Capital Boardwalk offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Capital Boardwalk, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 275 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Capital Boardwalk?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (16-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Capital Boardwalk?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Capital Boardwalk?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Capital Boardwalk have a pool?

The Capital Boardwalk features an outdoor pool.

Does The Capital Boardwalk have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Capital Boardwalk have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Capital Boardwalk to downtown Gqeberha?

The Capital Boardwalk is 2.6 mi away from Gqeberha.

The Capital Boardwalk Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is situated at a prime location with great amenities within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026