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The Boardwalk Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with spa, near King's Beach

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Near King's Beach, The Boardwalk Hotel offers a lively retreat with a casino, bowling alley, and poolside bar. Treat yourself to pampering at the spa or indulge in one of 13 on-site restaurants. With free WiFi and an indoor/outdoor pool combo plus shopping on site.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Casino
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Casino
  • 13 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • In-room childcare
  • Conference center
  • Business center

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
$172 nightly
The total price is $199
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Spa serenity
The hotel features a spa with daily treatments and couples rooms. A sauna and fitness room complement the lush garden space.
Comfort at your beck
Black-out drapes and turndown service create the perfect sleep environment. Cravings? Grab a drink from the minibar or order 24-hour room service.
Work and play paradise
This hotel balances work and play, providing meeting spaces and a business center. Guests can enjoy spa treatments, massages, or the poolside bar after hours.

Room options

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

Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 947 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Paraplegic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Beach Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001

What's nearby

  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hobie Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Humewood Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • King's Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 7 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪La Kouzina - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪De Kelder - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ginger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪John Dory’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Boardwalk Hotel

The Boardwalk Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Gqeberha. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials. Dining choices include 13 restaurants and the bar/lounge is a great place to grab a cold drink. A casino, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 140 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 13 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Bowling alley
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Bowling alley
  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center (32281 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 2012
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino
  • Full-service spa
  • 10 casino gaming tables
  • 100 casino slot machines
  • Casino VIP room
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 100 per person (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Property Registration Number 1996/003925/07

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

Does The Boardwalk Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Boardwalk Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 100 per person one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yes, there's a casino, featuring 100 slot machines and 10 gaming tables.

What is there to do at The Boardwalk Hotel and nearby?

Onsite recreation at The Boardwalk Hotel includes bowling. Enjoy treatments at the spa and relax in the indoor and outdoor pools. The Boardwalk Hotel also has a casino, a sauna, and a fitness center, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Boardwalk Hotel?

Yes, there are 13 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around The Boardwalk Hotel like?

The Boardwalk Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World and 12 minutes' walk from King's Beach.

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The Boardwalk Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Breakfast
Service staff
Restaurant
Shopping malls
Bathroom
Beach
Location
Casino

What guests liked

  • The property is within a short walk to the beach, offering easy access to the water and nearby pier. (4 reviews)
  • The spa offered exceptional massage experiences and was a highlight of the stay. (4 reviews)
  • Breakfast was included in the room rate and the food was good, although not great, and there were plenty of nearby restaurant options. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Our room had plenty of space, the bed was comfortable and tea and coffee was available. It had a large bathroom and the shower was excellent. Bottled fresh water was provided every day which we kept cold in the fridge. We had a nice view over the pool with the ocean in the background. However…. I did go around with a screwdriver tightening the door and drawer knobs and some hinges on the cupboard doors. A lightbulb wasn’t working and a USB socket was unusable - obviously these hadn’t been reported to maintenance.
Graham, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Heather, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ironman visit

Amazing stay. Great hotel. Wish the breakfast had water and sparkling water included. Awesome how centrally located for all Ironman activities.
Heather, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel in a convenient location. Rooms have awesome sea views. Hotel has the best Spa in the city.
Noluthando, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Janice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient area and close to beaches and shopping centre
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel all round

We had a fantastic stay at the Broadwalk hotel. Amazing service and really big rooms! Staff were all so lovely and helpful. Would highly recommend
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Dustin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Angel, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice enough hotel but super outdated. The beach area used to be nice but is really rundown these days. Close proximity to the mall and beach.
Louise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic dream hotel. And we got an upgrade to a,suite room. Incredible breakfast. All great !!! The service, the swiming pool. Awsome
Maria L, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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
Thandile, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful views

Superb location and lovely room on top floor. Outside pool was deserted but indoor pool full of kids. Nice peaceful sunbathing 😎. Staff were so helpful although a little slow at breakfast. Casino has smoking and non smoking areas which is good and I paid for the stay with my winnings 🤑
Clive, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beach Stay

breakfast very good check in went check out very nice but i arranged transport to airport by hotel and wasn't annotated in the system for early morning transport so i had to wait over 20 minutes.
Nelson, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was lovely. Easy free parking. Situated right night to a small mall where we had dinner in a restaurant on the seafront. This was great. Room was large and so was the bathroom. Windows opened fully to show sea and pool view. Only stayed one night. The only thing I didn’t enjoy was breakfast. This looked like it would be lovely but didn’t taste great, particularly the pancakes and coffee.
Ruth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Adam, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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).
bharat, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
joseph, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

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.
Derek, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

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.
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay.
Andreas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Majestic property for an overnight stop.
John, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Love the bath in the room.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location for why we were there. The information desk could be more helpful but the other staff were very friendly and accommodating. Very comfortable hotel.
Heather, 4-night trip