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Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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53 Marine Dr, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hobie Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪11 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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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

Executive Room

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

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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)
  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Apartment | Living area

Luxury Apartment

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

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha

Located in Summerstrand within a short walk of Piet Retief Monument, Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa is within a mile (2 km) of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. This 3-star hotel has 12 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Piet Retief Monument - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fishaways - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panarottis - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa

Guests staying at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with locker space, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Other amenities at this spa hotel include laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Safes and free toiletries are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
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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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

What is there to do close to Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

This hotel is situated in Summerstrand within a short 8-minute walk of Piet Retief Monument. You'll also find Hobie Beach and The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages, mani/pedis, body treatments, and facials.

Does Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa feature a casino on the premises?

No, Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include an ocean view and a rainfall showerhead.

Does Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa.

Does Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

The closest major airport to Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa is Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is 4.3 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa that offer a balcony.

Dolphin Bay Boutique Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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