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The Paxton Hotel

4.0 star property

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A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by palm trees and a view of a port with cranes.
A sunlit room with large windows, a sofa, a chair, and a potted plant.
A modern hotel lobby with sofas, a fireplace, and large windows.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A buffet setup with various food items and beverages, including a fruit bowl, hot beverages, and a coffee station.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug

Explore the area

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Carnarvon Place, Humerail, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, South End Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Elizabeth City Hall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, King's Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with patterned pillows and a decorative throw, a bedside lamp, and a wooden headboard.

Double Sleeper Sofa

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A coffee station with a black coffee maker, white mugs, and a tray of coffee packets.

Standard Room Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a phone, and a nightstand. There are three wall-mounted clocks above the bed.

Non Smoking Double Sofa

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A coffee station with a black coffee maker, white mugs, and a tray of coffee packets.

Non Smoking Twin

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a towel, toiletries, and a shelf with a roll of toilet paper.

Non Smoking Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Paraplegic Twin

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee machine, and a wall-mounted picture.

Paraplegic Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Gqeberha

A family-friendly stay in Gqeberha awaits you at The Paxton Hotel. Within steps you'll find South End Museum and Port Elizabeth City Hall within a 20-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a conference centre and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Humewood hotel include Market Square and Campanile.

What's nearby

  • South End Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port Elizabeth City Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Market Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Donkin Reserve - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • King's Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off The Hook - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪La Kouzina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Leo’s - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The southender - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Paxton Hotel

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Event space at this hotel measures 581 square feet (54 square metres) and includes a conference centre. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly The Paxton Hotel. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 581 sq ft of conference space
  • 54 sq. m of conference space
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Paxton Hotel offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. 36-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Gqeberha hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 219 for adults and ZAR 109 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (581 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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: from approximately ZAR 219.00 for adults and from ZAR 109.00 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at The Paxton Hotel.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Paxton
Paxton Hotel
Paxton Hotel Port Elizabeth
Paxton Port Elizabeth
The Paxton Hotel Hotel
The Paxton Hotel Gqeberha
The Paxton Hotel Hotel Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Paxton Hotel?

The Paxton Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 2 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Paxton Hotel on 4 Aug 2026 start from AU$125, 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.

Is parking available at The Paxton Hotel?

Yep, The Paxton Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Paxton Hotel?

The closest beach to The Paxton Hotel is King's Beach (1.4 km).

Does The Paxton Hotel have a pool?

The Paxton Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is The Paxton Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Paxton Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Paxton Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is offered on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Paxton Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Paxton Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Paxton Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Paxton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 209 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, friendly efficient staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a beautiful location, just across the highway from the bay. The view was nice but it was of the dock for the big ships so it wasn't just nature, but rather of the workings of a big port. Although you could turn to the right and see the open ocean. We were very very lucky and were there the morning of the Iron Man and the bicycle portion of the race went by right outside our window!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

FERNANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Optimo
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nomfusi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My family and I had an amazing time at the Paxton hotel. Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

NATHALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice stay. Even the room was not as booked, the réception lady found for us . Great continental breakfast, you can also have full english one if you want... Little swimming pool but we arrived too late...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and easy in and out process. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well situated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed 1 night near the hotel and this fit the bill. Older hotel, but clean bath and comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok for a night stop

The staff were very friendly, check in and out easy. The room was missing pillows and towels for the children (which I am sure we could have rectified easily however we were exhausted). The bed was very hard and it was so noisy from the road and dock we actually thought the window was open and therefore didn't sleep very well. The room itself was spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Booked twin room with two beds and got a room with
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mohammed Nazar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Very warm , AC didn’t work

The room was very very warm, the AC didn’t work. Did not sleep well, very uncomfortable night. The hotel had not better room with AC for me. I expected som action, but no thing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bom quarto
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LUCIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Strategico, pulito, silenzioso, ottimo restaurante , personale gentile.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gabriela

Não é ruim, mas também não é bom.

quando chegamos o hotel estava com cheiro insuportável de fritura, tanto na recepção quando nos quartos.. O quarto é antigo, cheiro de guardado. Não ficaríamos novamente. Não é ruim, mas para bom ta longe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O hotel foi uma parada rápida, somente para dormirmos. Mas a experiência foi muito agradável. Funcionários muito gentis.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Henrik

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

Værelse og service var ikke god

Aircondition duede ikke, vask var stoppet, døren havde svært ved at lukke og service var ikke god.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Guter Service, reibungsloser Check-in, Gute Möglichkeit um vor oder nach Abflug zu Übernachten. Restaurant im Hotel mit kleiner Speisenauswahl
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rumaisa

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

Awesome

Overall good stay Good location Ladies at reception where exceptional as well as the other friendly staff Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Dangerous shower

Well positioned on the beach front, comfortable room with sea view. Only gripe is that the shower door opened inwards and when you close it, it scoops all the water onto the bathroom floor. Is it legal to have a shower door opening inwards??
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good size but was run down and outdated. It also was positioned on what seemed more like an industrial estate and not as described as advertised. Was quite disappointed with it given the price we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ZANELE

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

Wonderful hotel with peace ..

Been to this hotel many times, even lost count. I like it for so many reasons.. Quiet, peaceful, service is good, food delicious every time.. even my kids like it.. close to shops, restaurants and mall- walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Llew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on beachfront, Virgin Active within walking distance. Clean rooms, good value for money, I seem to be using it now on every trip to PE & would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019