The Beach Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Property highlights

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About this property

Located along the beachfront in Port Elizabeth and with views of the Indian Ocean, The Beach Hotel offers brightly decorated rooms with air conditioning. It features 3 restaurants, a pool and a sun terrace with ocean views. The individually decorated rooms feature heating, a satellite TV and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Each room has a private bathroom and some rooms are sea facing and have a balcony. A buffet breakfast and a dinner menu is served daily in The Crest, dine Al fresco overlooking the Indian Ocean at The Veranda, which serves a choice of cuisines throughout the day. The Ginger Restaurant specializes in steaks and seafood dishes. Guests can sunbathe poolside, relax on the sun terrace and enjoy a variety of cocktails or refreshments from the bar. Local activities include snorkeling, swimming and day trips. Pumba Private Game Reserve is a 1-hour drive away. Port Elizabeth Airport is 3.1 mi away. An airport shuttle service is available upon request.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 3 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Bar

Located in the best-rated area in Port Elizabeth, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast Info

Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ines
Australia Australia
“Our room was large with a comfy bed and great shower. Our room even had a little view of the ocean. There is a shopping centre next to the hotel with plenty food options but we decided the Tuesday night curry buffet was the best value for money...”
David
South Africa South Africa
“We had a wonderful stay! The room was excellent – I think ours must have been the best one, with a direct view of the sea. It made our stay truly special.”
De
South Africa South Africa
“The location is fantastic and the Veranda restaurant a treat.”
Karl
United States United States
“Breakfast buffet was incredible. A short walk to the Beach, and shopping made our stay everything we could have hoped for. The friendly staff was over the top in their kindness.”
Amoere
South Africa South Africa
“As always we found everything good,breakfast always good too..like the curry livers!!”
Adam
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent Location right by the beach and the summerstrand promenade”
Jason
United States United States
“My wife had the best truffle risotto she’s ever had inn the restaurant. Excellent good very nice facility and friendly professional staff. We enjoyed our stay bet much.”
Lisa
United States United States
“I adore the Beach Hotel. This is my third visit. It has charm and style and a lovely understated old school elegance about it. The staff are exceptionally helpful”
Kevin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A delightful old styled hotel with spacious rooms (we paid upgrade for sea view). Gingers restaurant (part of the hotel) was good and food excellent as was the Buffett style breakfast and the Veranda seating for a coffee. We managed a couple of...”
Wynand
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast was excellent. I like the overall feel and look of the hotel; clean, Victorian, beach feeling. The hotel is perfect located next to a busy mall, and also near the pier. For us it was the first time in PE, and was a culture shock with...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

3 Restaurants On Site
Ginger the Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    International • European
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern • Romantic
The Verandah Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
The Crest Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional

Amenities of The Beach Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 3 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Bar

House rules

The Beach Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Beach Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.