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The Boardwalk Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with 13 restaurants and a full-service spa
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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Lobby
Dining
Hiking
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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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
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Room options

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 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
  • King's Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Market Square - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

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 a full-service spa
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 luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. 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

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.

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. You'll also find King's Beach and Humewood Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available 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.

Is The Boardwalk Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Boardwalk Hotel?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at The Boardwalk Hotel?

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 3.1 mi away (7 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.

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