The Boardwalk Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Hobie Beach

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
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Terrace/patio
Located near King's Beach, The Boardwalk Hotel offers a casino, bowling alley, poolside bar, spa, 13 restaurants, free WiFi, indoor/outdoor pool, and shopping options. Enjoy entertainment and relaxation all in one place.
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ฿4,473
฿5,144 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, hot stone massages

Spa

The on-site spa has couples treatment rooms. The property's spa offers deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. Types of treatments available include body scrubs, body wraps, and facials. Other on-site facilities include a sauna.

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Room options

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Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 62 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 88 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Paraplegic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 71 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Summerstrand, a neighbourhood in Gqeberha, is home to The Boardwalk Hotel. Shoppers can visit Greenacres Shopping Centre, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Hobie Beach and King's Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at St. George's Cricket Ground or Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
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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
  • King's Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Market Square - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blackbeards Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ginger - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Boardwalk Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Hobie Beach
Located close to King's Beach and Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, The Boardwalk Hotel provides a casino, a bowling alley and a poolside bar. For those looking to try their luck, this hotel boasts 10 casino gaming tables, a casino VIP room and 100 slot machines. Indulge in a body scrub, a body wrap and a hot stone massage at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 13 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on-site.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
  • A banquet hall, a porter/bellboy and meeting rooms
Room features
All 140 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Childcare services, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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
  • 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 centre
  • Conference centre (32,281 square foot 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • 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 films

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 100 per person (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Property Registration Number 1996/003925/07

We should mention

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

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

Does The Boardwalk Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

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

As of 17 Sep 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boardwalk Hotel on 21 Sep 2025 start from ฿4,473.13, 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 The Boardwalk Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Boardwalk Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Boardwalk Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 100 per person applies.

Where is The Boardwalk Hotel located?

Located in Summerstrand, this family-friendly Gqeberha hotel is within a 15-minute walk of King's Beach and Hobie Beach. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and Market Square are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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