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Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth

Property class: 4
4-star beach hotel near Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

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Exterior
Junior Suite, Ocean View | View from room
Suite, Ocean View | View from room
Suite, Ocean View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Corner of Marine Drive And Ninth Avenue, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, Hobie Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, Ocean View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Ocean View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Suite, Ocean View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 893 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha

Summerstrand stay.With a stay at this Summerstrand hotel, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and 6 miles (10 km) of Donkin Reserve. Campanile and Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Piet Retief Monument - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • King's Beach - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Coachman Resturant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fishaways - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth

4-star beach hotel near Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. A steam room, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

  • 1 building
  • 173 guestrooms or units
  • 18 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2009
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth offers 173 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Amani Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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The Boardwalk Hotel
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  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 271 reviews
$170 nightly
The price is $198
May 8 - May 9
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (ZAR 30 per night)
  • Limited onsite self and valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; ZAR 190 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 150.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 190 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per vehicle (one way)
  • Valet parking fee: ZAR 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 150.0 per day

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
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, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson).

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth to the airport?

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth is 4 mi (13-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth on May 23, 2026 start from $124, 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 Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth have an airport shuttle?

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 200 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth to the beach?

This hotel is 1 mi (6-min drive) from Hobie Beach and 1.7 mi (6-min drive) from King's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 190 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth?

This hotel offers free self parking. Valet parking is available for ZAR 30 per night.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth have a pool?

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth features an outdoor pool.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth have a restaurant?

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth is home to Tabú Grill, Bar & Lounge, which features ocean views and a beachfront location.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Amani Spa, where you can enjoy mani/pedis, body wraps, and deep-tissue massages.

How close is Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth to downtown Gqeberha?

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth is 3.2 mi away from Gqeberha.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 797 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 797 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 797 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 797 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 797 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Rolf

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Personalen var tillmötesgående.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Veronica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
quick friendly and spotless room with great view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

amee

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noluthando

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Marialese

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Very disappointing stay… Hotel overcrowded. The breakfast area was extremely busy, to the point that we had to sit in a separate dining area. On Saturday afternoon at 13:00, we requested water to be delivered to our room. When we returned after 22:00 that evening, the water had still not been delivered. At the same time (13:00), we requested a plug adaptor for the hairdryer, as the only plug point near a mirror is a 3-point plug while the hairdryer is 2-point. Up until now, no plug has been brought to the room. In addition, the curtains in the room are not properly hooked. Very untidy for a 5 star place. No porters assisting with luggage.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Sanjay

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
When i entered the hotel, there was no one at reception. The security guard had to call them feom the back office. Checked in at 2.30pm room was not yet available.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dzunisani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was supper specil. Service was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keoagile

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice room. Friendly persons in hotel and restaurant. Highly recomendable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All was good enjoyed Breakfast a nice stay for the price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The facilities were clean but it’s outdated. The furniture in my room were worn and need replacing. The walls had marks on them in some areas too. It’s not a bad option but I feel it’s overpriced for the condition of the furniture
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

roxana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gaynor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a good location handy for shops, restaurants and the beach front. I felt safe in the area. My only dislike was breakfast which was a bit of a free for all. Tables not tidy and having to clean the table myself.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine, Loveland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this hotel. Easy access to beach and small shopping area to pick up necessities and dining options. Staff was top notch! Great property!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ahmad

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was excellent. Service not up to standards for a Radisson property. Some of the Check-in staff not the most helpful or friendly. Manager was quite helpful, cant say the same for some of the other staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Great spot

I arrived after dark and was happy to have a clean quiet room, and in hotel restaurant. The bar was quiet and not staffed, given this was off season this was staffed lighter than may have been during busier times of the year. Light renovations were ongoing to improve the building non impacted me. Wish I had arrived in day light to better know my surroundings. Great location near the beach and beach restaurant. Pool overlooking the ocean was nice, too windy to enjoy. The food at dinner and breakfast was good and room comfortable. Staff was great to coordinate airport pickup/dropoff.
Water view from room
Sunrise view of ocean across pool deck view 1
Sunrise view of ocean across pool deck view 2
Breakfast has many options and a view of pool and ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

EBG

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

Horrific from start to finish

The worst stay ever at a Radisson Blue. Foul smelling water dripping from the vent in the room and no water for a day (the only place in the area so it wasn’t widespread). We were moved to another sea facing room and there was a cockroach. Other people in our party also had cockroaches in their rooms - the rooms are dirty. The restaurant would not give the bar ice cream to make dom pedros that we asked for (it’s the same premise) so we went to Mac Donalds and the bar staff made them for us. THERE IS NO SERVICE OR INTEREST WHEN YOU STAY HERE This hotel should not have the Radisson name. Radisson WAS my preferred hotel but no longer after this stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025