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City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha

Property class: 3

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A dining area with round tables and red chairs, overlooking a coastal view.
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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Cnr Beach & Lodge Roads Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6013
  • Place, Humewood Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, King's Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a television.

Double Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a television.

Double Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a television.

Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha

Located in Summerstrand, City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha is adjacent to Humewood Beach and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World. This 3-star hotel has 147 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Humewood Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • King's Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bayworld - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Kouzina - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪News Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Beer Shack - ‬9 min walk

About this property

City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha

Guests of City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 130.00 per person one-way. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, a meeting room, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and bidets. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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  • Parking included
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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 extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; ZAR 235 to 235 for adults and ZAR 25 to 235 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Null
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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
It is the property’s policy that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent. Guests are required to provide proof of the parental relationship (birth certificate) upon arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 235.00 to 235.00 for adults, and ZAR 25.00 to 235.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 130.00 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 self parking, along with free extended 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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 class

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

Property is also known as

City Lodge Hotel Port Elizabeth
City Lodge Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth City Lodge
City Lodge Hotel
City Lodge
City Lodge Port Elizabeth Hotel Port Elizabeth
City Hotel Port Elizabeth
City Lodge Hotel Port Elizabeth Summerstrand

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha?

City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha?

This hotel is situated in Summerstrand, just steps from Humewood Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World and King's Beach. You'll also find Hobie Beach and Bayworld less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha include a casino at the property?

No, City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha?

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

Is City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha have a hot tub?

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

Does City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha.

Does City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha?

The closest major airport to City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha is Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is 2.8 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha.

City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 194 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to visit

It was great staying in City Lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, close to Boardwalk shopping centre and quite a few restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Decent hotel in a good location

Convenient hotel for the beach and Boardwalk mall
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
The hotel is greatly located and the staff make strangers welcome and are very helpful and friendly Highly recommended and will stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A confortable hotel close to the beach and shops

A comfortable with friendly staff. Breakfast is good and it is a short walk to the beach and to the Mall.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport and shopping mall
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable

It was quite enjoyable and pleasant stay with friendly and efficient staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very clean hotel and the rooms were extremely nice. The beds were clean and very comfortable. There was a wonderful view of the ocean from the hotel patio and the restaurant was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The beach and deck life

Beautiful setting right across from the beach. Very nice cafe on site also with a deck. Rooms were clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, everone friendly, very comfortable bed. Good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The place is fantastic

Everything was spot on , besides house keepers knocking whilst sleeping
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
FRIENDLY STAFF
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Executive
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely no view from the room - made me claustrophobic.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025