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Gqeberha

Popular places to visit

Market Square featuring a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Market Square

4/5(6 reviews)

Take a walk around this lively city center square to discover the fascinating architectural heritage and historical monuments of Port Elizabeth.

Market Square
Hobie Beach featuring landscape views, rocky coastline and general coastal views

Hobie Beach

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Swim, surf or scuba dive at this popular and family-friendly Port Elizabeth beach, known for its diverse marine life, scenic parks and entertaining festivals.

Hobie Beach
Port Elizabeth which includes tranquil scenes and land animals

Kragga Kamma Game Park

5/5(1 review)

Embark on superb wildlife experiences from the comfort of your own car. Enjoy guided safaris and nature walks at this owner-operated reserve.

Kragga Kamma Game Park
King\'s Beach which includes a coastal town and a sandy beach

King's Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Play among the waves in the Indian Ocean, ride waterslides, watch surfers and visit an aquarium at this beach close to Port Elizabeth’s city center.

King's Beach
Market Square featuring a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Port Elizabeth City Hall

3/5(3 reviews)

After visiting Port Elizabeth City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gqeberha. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Port Elizabeth City Hall
Sardinia Bay Beach

Sardinia Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sardinia Bay Beach during your trip to Gqeberha? Discover the coral reefs while you're in the area.

Sardinia Bay Beach

Things to do

Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River

Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River

฿1,079
per adult
Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River
Kragga Kamma Game Park Safari Guided Tour in Port Elizabeth

Kragga Kamma Game Park Safari Guided Tour in Port Elizabeth

฿1,977
per adult
Kragga Kamma Game Park Safari Guided Tour in Port Elizabeth
Guided Port Elizabeth Coastal Tour

Guided Port Elizabeth Coastal Tour

฿1,606
per adult
Guided Port Elizabeth Coastal Tour
Sunset drinks.

Marine Eco Safari

฿2,699
per adult
Marine Eco Safari
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Port Elizabeth Safari and City Tour from Gqeberha

฿5,757
per adult
Port Elizabeth Safari and City Tour from Gqeberha
Full-Day Garden Route Safari from Port Elizabeth

Full-Day Garden Route Safari from Port Elizabeth

฿8,366
per adult
Full-Day Garden Route Safari from Port Elizabeth
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Top hotels in New Brighton

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth

4 out of 5
Corner of Marine Drive And Ninth Avenue, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape
The price is ฿3,618 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿3,618
฿4,202 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Piet Retief Monument and Lighthouses ...
8/10 Very Good! (758 reviews)
"Loved everything about this hotel. Easy access to beach and small shopping area to pick up necessities and dining options. Staff was top notch! Great property!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth
Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport

Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport

1 out of 5
Cnr of De Havilland and Airport West Rd, Port Elizabeth Airport, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape
Fully refundable
The price is ฿1,170 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿1,170
฿1,345 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ron Belling Art Gallery and St. ...
8/10 Very Good! (464 reviews)
"Incredibly convenient for our overnight stay to catch our 7am flight. The hotel is literally steps from the airport. We walked with our bags to check-in. Very nice staff. Clean room, comfortable bed. Hotel food good."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport
The Monument Guesthouse

The Monument Guesthouse

3 out of 5
49 Havelock St, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions No 7 Castle Hill Museum and Nelson Mandela ...
7/10 Good! (53 reviews)
"Amazing and it’s safe"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

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The Monument Guesthouse
City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha

City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha

3 out of 5
Cnr Beach & Lodge Roads Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape
The price is ฿2,449 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,449
฿2,816 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Humewood Beach and The ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (175 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

City Lodge Hotel Gqeberha
The Paxton Hotel

The Paxton Hotel

4 out of 5
Carnarvon Place, Humerail, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape
The price is ฿3,046 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿3,046
฿3,503 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions South End Museum and Market ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (193 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2024

The Paxton Hotel
The Boardwalk Hotel

The Boardwalk Hotel

4 out of 5
Beach Road, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape
The price is ฿4,518 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,518
฿5,195 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (261 reviews)
"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 ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

The Boardwalk Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around New Brighton

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Newton Park

While visiting Newton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Newton Park Swimming Pool and Main Public Library.

Newton Park
Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth Central

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Port Elizabeth Central, you might make a stop by sights like St. George's Cricket Ground and Market Square.

Port Elizabeth Central
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Walmer

4/5(8 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walmer and surrounding area, you can visit Greenacres Shopping Centre and St. George's Cricket Ground.

Walmer
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Humewood

Waterfront views and beaches are notable features of Humewood. You might consider stopping by South End Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Humewood
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Pollok Beach

4/5(12 area reviews)

Seaside views, waterfront views and restaurants are some highlights of Pollok Beach. Make a stop by Hobie Beach or Piet Retief Monument while you're exploring.

Pollok Beach
Hobie Beach featuring landscape views, rocky coastline and general coastal views

Summerstrand

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Summerstrand. A stop by The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World or Hobie Beach might round out your trip.

Summerstrand

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