The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre

Hotel in Gqeberha with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Bar
Room service
Pool
Breakfast available
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Brookes Hill, Humewood, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001

Place, The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
‪13 min walk‬
Place, Hobie Beach
‪15 min walk‬
Place, Market Square
‪4 min drive‬
Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

323 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

323 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sea view
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Located in Summerstrand, The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre is next to Bayworld and Museum of Bay World. This 23-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free self parking, and a conference center.

What's nearby

King's Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Hobie Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Market Square - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - ‬14 min walk
‪Blackbeards Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
‪La Kouzina - ‬5 min walk
‪Barney's Tavern - ‬14 min walk
‪Ginger - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre

Hotel in Gqeberha with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

At The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre, guests have access to an outdoor pool, WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 85 per vehicle one way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a conference center, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.

Guests can expect WiFi and LED TVs with satellite channels. Other amenities include coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

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Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$66 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (ZAR 195 per day)
Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 195 per night)

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 55 to 75 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Things to do

Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

Conference center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden

Accessibility

No elevator

Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Deposit: ZAR 100.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 55 to 75 per person
Fee for in-room wireless internet: ZAR 195 per day (rates may vary)
Fee for wireless internet in public areas: ZAR 195 per night (rates may vary)
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 85 per vehicle (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

Check-in: 2:30 PM
Check-out: 10:30 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 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.

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

Chapman Hotel Port Elizabeth

Chapman Hotel

Chapman Port Elizabeth

The Chapman & Conference

The Chapman Hotel Conference Centre

The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel

The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre Gqeberha

The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre?

As of Nov 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre on Nov 13, 2025 start from $80.27, 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.

Is there parking available at The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre?

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

Does The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre include a casino?

No, The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre?

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

Is The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre.

Does The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre?

The closest major airport to The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre is Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is 2.7 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre.

The Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Nomawethu

Traveled with family

Mar 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everyone was amazing

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lao

Dec 23, 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A very poor option which has seen better days. The Room was clean, and the cleaning staff were very pleasant, but unfortunately the common areas of the hotel were dirty and unpleasant

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael

Feb 28, 2020

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

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Jan 21, 2020

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

The staff were very friendly and the view out to sea from the pool was beautiful. The rooms were very basic but clean.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner

Nov 16, 2019

Liked: Staff & service

Good location for our overnight stay. Needed a lick of paint however suprisingly good evening meal in the restaurant

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Tobie

Aug 20, 2019

Liked: Room comfort

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Fairly disappointed, looked great on pictures.

Need an upgrade or maybe some proper maintenance. Couldn't make the breakfast and they didn't want to refund me although I pad extra for it through Hotels.com - anyway, not much, but leaves a bad taste. Won't visit again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Apr 20, 2019

Disliked: Cleanliness

This hotel has amazing views. The rooms are nice and bright but the decor and furniture needs updating, it all felt a lityle grubby. The shower room is in dire need of updating. Bedding clean and beds compfy. Restaurant really nice.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Ridwaan

Feb 11, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Jared

Nov 15, 2018

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not Good

The stay started off with battling to get into the room. The door had to be lifted up and pulled backwards in a certain way in order for the key to work. Then once inside, we couldn't lock the door as the "knob" wasnt working. There where another problems: The cabinet in the Bathroom was warped and broken. The trapdoor in the ceiling was wide open. The pillow slips where dirty. The paint was coming of the walls. There was mould in the shower. No, it was no a pleasant stay at all.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Rodney

Aug 9, 2018

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

Nice chaps at Chapman Hotel and conference centre

The Chapman is centrally situated within walking distance to the beach and close to high end restaurants in the area. Nice view, friendly staff and comfortable rooms.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Letitia margaret

Jul 23, 2018

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

Will go back!

Amazing service! Friendly, clean and fabulous views!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Helgard

Mar 29, 2018

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

traveler

Jan 26, 2018

Good location

It was clean, but we think needs a safe. We did not feel secure leaving our passports in the hotel.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Val, Qld Australia

Aug 24, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Hotel

Nice central position and nice view, staff were friendly, the building is showing age but was comfortable, the food we had was terrible, I don't think they have enough turnover to keep it fresh.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Tarryn

Mar 31, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs TLC

The hotel desperately needs some TLC, and seems to have been neglected. While the rooms are clean, they are old & falling apart. The staff are incredibly friendly & very willing to help - however the owners have let the establishment deteriorate. Please note I would give the staff service an excellence rating.

8/10 Good

wolfhenr1

Mar 21, 2017

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great room with beautiful view.

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Jan 29, 2017

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

A MUST visit.

Lovely friendly venue. Beautiful views with plenty to do. P.E. is a must for anyone touring S.A.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 16, 2016

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Aug 15, 2016

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not very clean

I wouldn't stay at this hotel again. The bathroom ceiling had mold, the shower tiles were not clean. The "double" bed was actually two single beds pushed together, with the dreaded crack between making it uncomfortable. It is a lower-priced hotel in a high-end area. You get what you pay for.

6/10 Okay

Clinton, Durban

Jul 17, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Our stay at The Chapman

We stayed at the Chapman overnight (1 day only) We found the room to very clean although the furniture seemed a bit outdated. The staff were very accommodating and friendly. The view of the bay area was spectacular - The Chapman is a lost gem in the sea of the larger big name hotels surrounding it

8/10 Good

Phillip, Gold Coast, Australia.

Jun 25, 2016

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

Great Value for Money & a Great Location.

This hotel represents outstanding value for money, especially during the winter months. My room had spectacular sea views. The rooms are very spacious. There is a separate bath and shower. No individual toiletries are provided. Just hand pump soap, which I think was the same for the shower. So bring your own shampoo. 5 minute walk to the beach and fast food restaurants, McDonalds and Nandos. 45 minute walk to downtown CBD of Port Elizabeth. I did the walk twice - very safe and great views along the way of the beaches and Port. Very friendly management. The included breakfast is cooked to order - selection from menu not buffet. However, when its busy they may have a buffet. I had dinner in the restaurant on my first night at the hotel - very reasonably priced and great service. Only negatives are as follows: No air-conditioning not an issue during my stay in winter, but maybe a concern in summer , but there is a wall mounted fan. Internet - a major negative. - Complimentary wifi is not included in the rates. You have to pay for the internet. I paid for 5 day connection through Always on South Africa - The Chapman Hotel was a so called Hotspot - it was about $30 US dollars, although cheaper plans for a few hours are available. Even though you are paying for the service, the connection is very poor to the say the least. I have no problem paying for the internet, but when you pay and get a substandard connection this is an issue.

10/10 Excellent

Johann, Jeffreys bay

Mar 6, 2016

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

Service excellence

Great

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Feb 26, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hôtel sympa, chambre très spacieuse et belle vue sur la mer . Personnel très sympa , je recommande

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Vandita

Aug 2, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Decent Hotel, good Service and amazing view.

It is a decent hotel, with good service and staff. Door locking was a challenge but the staff was super helpful. The view from the room and restaurant was amazing. Pool was nice and clean as well also with amazing view.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019