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The Paxton Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds
Lobby sitting area
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Exterior
Interior

Popular amenities

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

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Carnarvon Place, Humerail, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Market Square
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Port Elizabeth City Hall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • King's Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Non Smoking Double Sofa

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Non Smoking Twin

  • 407 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Paraplegic Sofa

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Suite

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Paraplegic Twin

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Standard Twin

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Double Sleeper Sofa

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Twin Sofa Room

  • 407 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Standard Room Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Located in Humewood within a 5-minute walk of South End Museum, The Paxton Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Market Square. This 79-room, 4-star hotel has a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Port Elizabeth City Hall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • King's Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Remos Italian Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Finnezz Fusion Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪This Is Eat - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Raggy Charters - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Paxton Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
The Paxton Hotel features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a business center, a computer station, and a terrace.
36-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Sofa beds, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 185 for adults and ZAR 105 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (581 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available

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 185.00 for adults and ZAR 105.00 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • 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 (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is permitted at The Paxton Hotel.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Paxton
Paxton Hotel
Paxton Hotel Port Elizabeth
Paxton Port Elizabeth
The Paxton Hotel Hotel
The Paxton Hotel Gqeberha
The Paxton Hotel Hotel Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Paxton Hotel?

The Paxton Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Paxton Hotel on Aug 2, 2025 start from $105.71, 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 close to The Paxton Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Humewood, just steps from South End Museum. You'll also find Market Square and Port Elizabeth City Hall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Paxton Hotel?

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

Does The Paxton Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Paxton Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Paxton Hotel?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Paxton Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a late night room service menu as well as a bar and an outdoor pool.

Does The Paxton Hotel have a hot tub?

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

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

The Paxton Hotel offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Paxton Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does The Paxton Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from The Paxton Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Paxton Hotel is Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is 2.2 mi away (5 minutes by car).

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

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

The Paxton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 192 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Johannes

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Booked twin room with two beds and got a room with
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aidan M

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

K K

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lars

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

8/10 Good

Oliver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good

10/10 Excellent

Khaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sithsaba

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Razin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ismail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Matshepo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed 1 night near the hotel and this fit the bill. Older hotel, but clean bath and comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Meg

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Lakshmi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lakshmi

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

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