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Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa

3.0 star property
3-star spa hotel in Summerstrand

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Luxury Apartment | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Outdoor pool
Luxury Apartment | Balcony
Luxury Apartment | Private kitchen
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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53 Marine Dr, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Hobie Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Executive Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Luxury Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Room

  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Apartment | Living area

Luxury Apartment

  • 2153 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha

Summerstrand stay.With a stay at this Summerstrand hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Piet Retief Monument and 2 miles (3 km) of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Hobie Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • King's Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Market Square - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De Kelder - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Charlie's Pizza & Pasta - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa

3-star spa hotel in Summerstrand
Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa also features multilingual staff, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa offers 12 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Gqeberha hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
The Boardwalk Hotel
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 265 reviews
$134 nightly
The price is $156
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Boardwalk Hotel

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 200 for children

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

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: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

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 full breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 200 for children

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 cash
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, and cash.

Property is also known as

Dolphin Boutique Spa Gqeberha
Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel Spa
Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa Hotel
Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa Gqeberha
Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa Hotel Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa to the airport?

Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa is 4.3 mi (13-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa.

How close is Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa to the beach?

This hotel is 1.3 mi (5-min drive) from Hobie Beach and 2 mi (6-min drive) from King's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 200 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

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

Is there free parking at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa features an outdoor pool.

Does Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa have a spa?

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

How close is Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa to downtown Gqeberha?

Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa is 3.6 mi away from Gqeberha.

Reviews

Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing and the staff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach, walkable to shopping and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

good location, charming boutique hotel

Very pleasant stay. Clean comfy rooms in charming hotel. The proprietor was very accomodating around our early check-out needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Asad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoleka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zikhona

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schöne Unterkunft mit Blick auf das Meer, gutes Frühstück konnte man auf der Terrasse essen, nur die Straße vor dem Hotel war recht stark befahren und laut. In unmittelbarer Umgebung gab es nichts weiter an Restaurants etc., jedoch wenige Fahrminuten entfernt.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Werner

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

Go

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023