The Boardwalk Hotel in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) is a popular destination for many travelers. Situated in a prime location, this hotel offers a blend of luxury and comfort, attracting guests with its impressive amenities, service, and atmosphere. According to user reviews, guests generally have a positive experience, praising the hotel for its unique features and hospitality. However, like any establishment, it also has areas that could be improved upon according to feedback from some guests.
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Safety index
67 out of 100
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The Boardwalk Hotel
8.8
(209 ratings)
Gqeberha, South Africa -
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140 m The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
840 m King's Beach
980 m Hobie Beach
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
- Stunning Location: Situated with stunning views and easy access to attractions.
- Exceptional Service: Staff known for being attentive and providing excellent service.
- Luxurious Amenities: Offers high-quality amenities including a spa, pool, and fitness center.
- Comfortable Rooms: Guests praise the comfort and cleanliness of the rooms.
- Gourmet Dining: Several dining options available on-site offering delicious cuisine.
Area for improvement
- Noise Levels: Some guests report noise issues, particularly from nearby entertainment areas.
- High Prices: The cost of staying and dining at the hotel is considered high by some guests.
- Limited Parking: Challenges with parking availability on-site have been noted.
- Room Service Delays: Occasionally, guests have experienced delays with room service.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity: Inconsistent Wi-Fi in certain areas of the hotel, affecting guest connectivity.
Amenities
Game room
Babysitting
Pool
Spa
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Air conditioning
8.8RateScore
Total 209 Reviews
RateScore is average rating from most popular providers
Blended Web Rating
8.8
expedia
209 Reviews
8.8 / 10
Hotel Quality
The quality chart is based on how hotel ratings changed over time.
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General Info
Total number of rooms 140
Number of floors 4
Year Built 2012
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
14Download
15Upload
18Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Daytime safety
43 out of 100
Risky
Nighttime safety
17 out of 100
Very Unsafe
Gqeberha safety index
67
Overall Safety Index
Safe
An average rating of the six safety categories
67 out of 100
Women safety
Risky
Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.
59
Physical safety
Safe
Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.
62
Property safety
Unsafe
Likelihood of theft.
39
Political safety
Safe
Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.
64
LGBTQ safety
Safe
Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.
79
Medical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.
100
77
Overall Crime index
High
An average rating of the crime categories
77 out of 100
Property crime severity
High
80
Mugging or robbery 82/100
Car theft 72/100
Car break-ins 77/100
Home break-ins 81/100
Violent crime severity
Extreme
85
Physical attacks 76/100
Racism or religion motivated attacks 53/100
Other crime severity
Extreme
86
Insult or harassment in public 59/100
Corruption or bribery 87/100
Drug problem 76/100
Prices Around Property
Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.4 - $1
Coffee
$1.2 - $2.2
Beer 0.5L
$0.7 - $1.8
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$5.8 - $21.7
Public transport, one-way ticket
$0.8 - $3.1
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$0.4 - $0.4
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$21.7 - $72.5
Bottle of mid-range wine
$2.9 - $4.8
McMeal at McDonalds
$3.6 - $4.8
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$0.7 - $1.4
Public transport, monthly pass
$29.2
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1 - $1.3
Mobile phone monthly plan
$24.2 - $36.2
Fitness club, monthly fee
$13.5 - $60.4
Weather In Gqeberha
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Precipitation In Gqeberha
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Traffic around property
Moderate
Traffic is moving at a steady pace, smooth driving without significant delays.
House Rules
Check in after 14:00
Check out until 11:00
Children welcome
No pets, service animals welcome