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Road Lodge Gqeberha

1.0 star property
Gqeberha hotel in Summerstrand area

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Property entrance
Aerial view
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Daily continental breakfast (ZAR 85 per person)
Free self parking

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Boardwalk Casino and, Entertainent World Marine Drive, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6013
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Hobie Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Market Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Double Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room amenity

Double Room, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room amenity

Double Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room, Smoking

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Summerstrand stay.A stay at this Summerstrand hotel places you steps from The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World and within a 5-minute walk of Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling. Hobie Beach and Piet Retief Monument are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • King's Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Market Square - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De Kelder - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Blackbeards Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Road Lodge Gqeberha

Gqeberha hotel in Summerstrand area
As a guest of Road Lodge Gqeberha, you'll find a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gqeberha hotel.

  • 92 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2000
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Road Lodge Gqeberha offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport

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  • Free WiFi
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$35 nightly
The price is $41
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Total with taxes and fees
Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

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
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; ZAR 85 per person

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 and service animals are not allowed at Road Lodge Gqeberha

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 85 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 90.00 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

Port Elizabeth Road Lodge
Road Lodge Port Elizabeth
The Road Hotel Port Elizabeth
Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Hotel
Road Lodge Hotel
Road Lodge
Road Lodge Gqeberha Hotel
Road Lodge Port Elizabeth
Road Lodge Gqeberha Gqeberha
Road Lodge Gqeberha Hotel Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

How close is Road Lodge Gqeberha to the airport?

Road Lodge Gqeberha is 3.7 mi (12-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Road Lodge Gqeberha?

As of Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Road Lodge Gqeberha on Sep 23, 2025 start from $41.49, excluding 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 Road Lodge Gqeberha have an airport shuttle?

Road Lodge Gqeberha offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 90.00 per person, one-way.

How close is Road Lodge Gqeberha to the beach?

This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Hobie Beach and 1.4 mi (6-min drive) from King's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Road Lodge Gqeberha offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Road Lodge Gqeberha, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 85 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Road Lodge Gqeberha?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (9-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Road Lodge Gqeberha?

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

Is there free parking at Road Lodge Gqeberha?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Road Lodge Gqeberha have a pool?

Road Lodge Gqeberha features outdoor pool access.

Does Road Lodge Gqeberha have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Road Lodge Gqeberha to downtown Gqeberha?

Road Lodge Gqeberha is 2.5 mi away from Gqeberha.

Road Lodge Gqeberha Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 454 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 454 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 454 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 454 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 454 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mpebi Petrus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
i come here every time i have business in PE. Beautiful place and good service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bezuidenhout

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

Convenient

Convenient and located close to beachfront
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Xander

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

Ironman

Perfect place to stay when competing in the Iron Man championships. It was right across the street from the race start and both transitions. They even opened up the buffet breakfast at 4 AM to accommodate the racers and their. The spa wasn’t very nice and the restaurant was pretty good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Amenities
The location was great. Easily to walk from the airport to the hotel. The staff was very friendly and professional. The room smelled of smoke.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

SN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frik

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

6/10 Okay

Georg

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very noisy hotel ! Guests talking loud doors opening and closing front of house staff loud.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin Clayton

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ronnie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wynand

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

Very good and affordable

Amazing and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wynand

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wynand

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wynand

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nandi Gcezengana

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

8/10 Good

Rainier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

TinaGordon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Having more coffees and teas
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Good location and clean

Good clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Islam

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Shireen

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024