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The Boardwalk Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Hobie Beach
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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Property entrance
Lobby
Lounge
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Beach Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hobie Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, King's Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪6 min drive‬
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Luxury Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Twin Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Luxury Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Luxury Room

  • 764 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | Living area | 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Junior Suite

  • 667 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Suite

  • 947 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Paraplegic Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha

Located in Summerstrand, The Boardwalk Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as King's Beach and Hobie Beach. This 140-room, 4-star hotel welcomes business and leisure travelers with a full-service spa, a casino, and 13 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Humewood Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • King's Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Kouzina
  • Ginger
  • John Dory’s
  • Primi Piatti
  • De Kelder

About this property

The Boardwalk Hotel

Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Hobie Beach
Guests of The Boardwalk Hotel have access to a full-service spa, a casino, and an indoor pool. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 100 per person one way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include an outdoor pool, a gym, and a sauna.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 40-inch LED TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Minibars, safes, and phones are also available.
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite 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 transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip 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 (surcharge)
  • 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 center
  • Conference center (32,281 square feet 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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 movies

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 100 per person (one way)

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
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 1996/003925/07

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at The Boardwalk Hotel?

The Boardwalk Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jan 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boardwalk Hotel on Jan 19, 2026 start from $176.49, 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.

What can I see around The Boardwalk Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Summerstrand, just steps from The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World and Hobie Beach, and within a short walk of Humewood Beach. You'll also find King's Beach and Bayworld less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at The Boardwalk Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, couples treatments, and body wraps.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have a casino?

Yes, The Boardwalk Hotel has a casino and it includes 10 gaming tables, 100 slot machines, and a VIP room.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Boardwalk Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and 13 restaurants.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Boardwalk Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Boardwalk Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Boardwalk Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Boardwalk Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Boardwalk Hotel is Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is 3 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Boardwalk Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Boardwalk Hotel.

The Boardwalk Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 266 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Derek

Disliked: Staff & service
A great reception when checking in but downhill from there. Apart from reception the staff attention to residents is shocking. The room was poorly prepared, signage said do not drink the water, water is provided, we are still waiting! Dinner in the bar was a joke, staff pay no attention and when the food eventually arrives it is cold. We will not be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

bharat

Traveled with family
It was conveniently located to shops and restaurants. Food options in the hotel limited and served a chicken and vegetable soup to a vegetarian (requested vegetable soup).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was unfriendly. There are no family dining options. There are no amenities in the room. The room was very hot and we couldn't sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

bharat

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nuo Hua Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is absolutely GORGEOUS! Every detail is solidly and thoughtfully constructed, from the chair rail lining the hallway to the sliding bathroom door. But form without function is of little value, and the staff brings the function in spades. Everyone we met went out of their way to answer our questions. Special shout out to Reginald at the concierge desk-he was kind, knowledgeable and generous with his time and helped us to book an amazing outing! He knows the area and the hotel inside out and made our stay even better. The property is located across from the beach-it’s an easy 5 minute walk to the water and the pier as well. There are many restaurants adjacent-don’t skip Hello Beach! for some truly delicious food. There are also several restaurants and bars within the property, and a gorgeous indoor pool plus a stunning outdoor pool as well. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a beautiful location and the stay was comfortable. The hotel was clean and well kept. The breakfast buffet was delicious and a lot of variety.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying here. The staff make it worth it. The breakfast is very good. Rooms are clean and the hotel is walkable to everything; the beach, mall, shops, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Ironman visit

Amazing stay. Great hotel. Wish the breakfast had water and sparkling water included. Awesome how centrally located for all Ironman activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph, Lykens

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Summerstrand. Having the mall right beside us for beach and restaurant access was excellent. Enjoyed the pool both days but it really needed to be vacuumed on the second day. Breakfast area was lovely and the food was good but not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Thandile

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
The staff is friendly, clean but they didn’t clean me room. Reception and kitchen has to co-ordinate as my daughter was denied breakfast I had to fight that she’s in the booking. It needs to improve my toilet flush was not functioning it needs an upgrade . Staff helpful and friendly. Safe environment, security is good, spa excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darshan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s 5 star That’s it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dinner service was very slow.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty Georgian style Hotel that was conveniently close to the airport and the shopping mall and across the road from the beach. We had Large spacious room on the 4th floor overlooking the pool area and sea. I nearly cancelled this Hotel as I read the reviews but to be fair, it actually exceeded my expectations. I don’t have anything negative to say about the hotel. We use the spa The treatments were quite expensive for South African prices but we’re from the UK so it was reasonable for us. I did think it was a little bit cheeky that they charge Extra to use the sauna steam room which would double the price of your massage. However, the massage was exceptional experience. The spa is an outsourced supplier to the hotel sitting. In door pool and out swimming pool there’s also a small gym with a couple of treadmills and a few other machines as useful as also water available. The shopping mall is very close by and a couple of supermarkets. Lots of restaurants you’ve got children is a cinema and an arcade. Breakfast was ok - buffet but included in room rate . Platinum level Expedia members we got a free bottle of fizz waiting for us when we arrived, which was a nice touch. They were secure car parking facility underneath the hotel with direct access into the list and straight into the hotel. The hotel was very quiet at night. We had no loud noises which I do and we felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thelma

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a really nice and really comfortable hotel. The room was beautiful! I did a massage at the spa too and it was wonderful. It’s not on the water but it has great views of the water. They had a mall attached to it that we walked around and at dinner there. It was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Noluthando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel in a convenient location. Rooms have awesome sea views. Hotel has the best Spa in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic dream hotel. And we got an upgrade to a,suite room. Incredible breakfast. All great !!! The service, the swiming pool. Awsome
Stayed 1 night in May 2024