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The Boardwalk Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with 13 restaurants and full-service spa

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Hiking
Lobby
Dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Beach Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, Hobie Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, King's Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Twin Room

Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Luxury Room

Superior Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 71 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | Living area

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 62 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 88 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Paraplegic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Gqeberha

A family-friendly stay in Gqeberha awaits you at The Boardwalk Hotel. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find King's Beach and Hobie Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include 13 restaurants, a full-service spa and a casino. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool, gym and sauna. 32281 square feet (2999 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Summerstrand hotel, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Market Square.

What's nearby

  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hobie Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • King's Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Market Square - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Kouzina - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Blackbeards Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪De Kelder - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Boardwalk Hotel

Beach hotel with 13 restaurants and full-service spa
The Boardwalk Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There are 13 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 32281 square feet (2999 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A casino, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly The Boardwalk Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

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

  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 13 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • 32281 sq ft of conference space
  • 2999 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2012
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
The Boardwalk Hotel offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 13 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 10 gaming tables
  • 100 slot machines
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Casino
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (32,281 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 100 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
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1996/003925/07

Property is also known as

Boardwalk Hotel Port Elizabeth
Boardwalk Port Elizabeth
Boardwalk Hotel
The Boardwalk Hotel Port Elizabeth/Summerstrand
The Boardwalk Hotel Hotel
The Boardwalk Hotel Gqeberha
The Boardwalk Hotel Hotel Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Boardwalk Hotel?

The Boardwalk 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 Boardwalk Hotel?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boardwalk Hotel on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$231.05, 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 Boardwalk Hotel?

Yep, The Boardwalk Hotel has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yep, The Boardwalk Hotel is a short 12-minute walk from King's Beach.

Is there a spa on site at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Boardwalk Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have a pool?

The Boardwalk Hotel has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at The Boardwalk Hotel?

The Boardwalk Hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

Is The Boardwalk Hotel family-friendly?

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

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

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 13 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Boardwalk Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.