The Beach Hotel, is the grand old lady of the Port Elizabeth beach front – grand because she comes with years of good breeding and lady because she is elegant.
This is not one of your in-and-out, hyper efficient and very plain hotels. This is a hotel that offers her guests comfort, relaxation and a pleasurable stay.
Old the hotel may be in style and elegance but not so in amenities. The rooms offer all the conveniences needed in the digital age and the bathrooms positively sparkle with the latest fittings.
Situated on the beautiful Port Elizabeth beach front adjacent to the famous Hobie Beach and Shark Rock Pier, the hotel and its excellent restaurants take full advantage of this great location.
In short, The Beach Hotel offers reasonably-priced quality accommodation, delectable restaurants, a great location as well as excellent 4-Star hospitality.
Personal Experience
The Veranda at The Beach Hotel has, for as long as I can remember, been one of the best places to enjoy a light lunch or a cocktail on the beach front.
The view is superb, the service great and the cocktail menu extensive. I have spent many a wonderful afternoon and evening here.
In my experience The Veranda is a great place for family reunions, relaxing afternoons, after beach refreshments and romantic dinners.
Ginger, The Restaurant is set slightly back from the buzz of the beachfront but still offers a scenic view. This wonderful restaurant offers a fine dining experience.
I love the old fashioned service at Ginger – the welcoming maitre d’, knowledgeable wine steward and excellent waitresses which complement the white linen and sparkling cutlery . The menu, which changes from time to time, is a work of art as is the décor.
The Ginger website offer a perfect description; “The food is a combination of the finest, fresh ingredients that in turn create subtle dishes with distinctive flavours with an Eastern Cape influence.”
Despite the hub-hub of its busy location, The Beach Hotel interior is tranquil and quiet. The lounge has deep couches and soft décor with polite waiters moving between the guests.
The Crest Restaurant is located in the heart of the hotel and offers excellent buffet dinners. Sunday lunch at The Crest is another delightful experience.
I have always enjoyed my stay at The Beach Hotel. The rooms are spacious and quiet and the breakfast, served in The Crest, offers all that is needed to start your day or adventure or corporate interaction.
Accommodation at The Beach Hotel
Choose from 58 en-suite bedrooms offering all the comforts of a 4-Star luxury accommodation. There are 32 Non-Sea Facing Standard Rooms; 11 Side Sea-Facing Rooms; nine Front Sea-Facing Rooms; four Executive Rooms and a private suite.
Expect quite relaxation and views of the hotel’s beautiful courtyard in the Non-Sea Facing Standard Rooms, which are actually comfortable double and twin en-suite rooms.
As the name suggests, the Side Sea-Facing Superior Rooms and Front Sea Facing Superior Rooms offer remarkable side views of the Indian Ocean. These rooms are decorated in soft Mediterranean tones and boast en-suite bathrooms with large walk in shower, a minibar fridge and a spacious work desk.
The Executive Rooms are designed for discerning travelling business executives. You will find the rooms spacious with large comfortable beds; generous, well-appointed lounge areas and stylish bathrooms with separate showers.
Or you can opt for the Private Suite. It features a spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom equipped with a freestanding bathtub. It is ideal for honeymooners or those wishing to indulge in an unforgettable experience.
All the accommodation options come with amenities such air-conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar fridges (stocked on request), hairdryers, shaver outlets, in-room electronic safes, flat screen TVs with selected channels.
Should you require it, there is also a self-catering option when you book into their Little Bandle apartment. The apartment is situated in a secure complex on the Port Elizabeth beachfront directly across from Hobie Beach, neighboring The Beach Hotel.
Find their accommodation rates HERE. See their Specials HERE.
Facilities at The Beach Hotel
The hotel has all the facilities and amenities for a comfortable stay including complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi; a refreshing outdoor swimming pool; ample, secure and guarded parking; 24-hour Reception and Room Service.
For your added convenience, they also offer valet, turndown and porter services as well as luggage storage facilities and same day laundry and dry-cleaning services. Guests also enjoy access to tour/excursion arrangement assistance, airport transfers and baby-sitting services.
With a choice of three fantastic restaurants – the Ginger, the Verandah and The Crest, serving a variety of meals – from sumptuous buffets, a la’ carte, light meals and snacks, to decadent cakes for tea, you will not need to venture out. There is also an intimate and elegant Bar and Lounge area serving amazing cocktails, fine wines and your favorite beverages.
If you are visiting Port Elizabeth on business, you will be happy to hear that they also have secretarial services available. Their business office is equipped with a dedicated fax, photocopy, email and Wi-Fi.
There are three unique venues for weddings and conferences as well year end functions. The largest venue, The Agulhas, can accommodate up to 140 guests. The Regatta can accommodate up to 70 guests and The Boardroom, the smallest of the venues, up to 18 guests.
Things to do in Port Elizabeth
Your stay at The Beach Hotel places you in the midst of all the activities found on the Port Elizabeth beachfront. The list of top fun things to do includes surfing, boat cruises, kiting, sunbathing, beach walks, jogging and cycling.
The beachfront also boasts many of the city’s finest restaurants and bars.
A short drive from the beach, you can explore PE many historic sites, join city and cultural tours, go for shopping and even seek adventure at the many game reserves located less than an hour’s drive from the city.
The Beach Hotel is located along Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth. For bookings, call +27 (0) 41 583 2161 / +27 (0) 41 502 3050 or email reservations@pehg.co.za. Alternatively, you can do your bookings HERE. Visit them online at www.thebeachhotel.co.za. Here is their location on Google Maps. Follow them on Facebook HERE.
