Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth
You couldn’t be more centrally placed in Port Elizabeth, by staying in Summerstrand, if you tried. This elegant, upmarket suburb is close to the beachfront, the Boardwalk Casino complex, the Summerstrand village shopping centre, the Humewood links golf course, the oceanarium, both the university and technikon, and the airport is only 10 minutes’ away.
Summerstrand provides a combination of golden beaches, warm waters, and access to the stimulating historic centre of Port Elizabeth. Hobie beach (also the scene of the annual ‘Splash Festival’ close to Shark Rock pier) and Pollock beach are very popular nearby beaches, home to windsurfers, hobie-cats, yachts and surfers; whilst the 5 kilometre Donkin Heritage Trail takes in a number of wonderful historic attractions whilst winding its way through the city centre.
There is no limit to activities in Summerstrand. From the Humewood golf course to the Oceanarium Museum, just opposite Humewood Beach. Here visitors can observe some of the most beautiful underwater creatures, and the most dangerous earth slitherers around.
Travellers' Reviews
6 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.
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Its a must visit - it is quiet and no traffic - if one needs peace of mind, Summerstrand in Port Elizabeth is a place to be. its right on the beach.
Hermina (Johannesburg)
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Summerstrand is the best suburb in PE! It's right on the beach and has a fun atmosphere. There is an amazing nightlife too.
Brennan McKenna (Glasgow, Scotland)
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Hotels & other accommodation options

Kingfisher Guest House
Kingfisher Guest House is located in the upmarket, beachfront suburb of Summerstrand, no more than 400m from the popular Pollock Beach. Set in tr...

Singa Lodge
A chic five star boutique lodge set in lush tropical gardens and only one block from the Port Elizabeth beach front of Pollock Beach. Simply awes...

First Avenue Guesthouse
First Avenue Guesthouse is a well established 4 Star accommodation situated in a quiet cul-de-sac opposite Hobie Beach in the popular beachfront ...

Summer Blue Guesthouse
Summer Blue Guesthouse is located in the up-market suburb of Summerstrand in Port Elizabeth only 4 kms from the airport and 1˝ kms from the beach...

Admiralty Beach House
The Admiralty Beach House offers the tourist and discerning business person, bed & breakfast or self catering accommodation. Relaxed comfort in a...

Cape Flame Guest House
Appealing to both the leisure and corporate traveler, this stylish guest house has 11 spacious, well-appointed en-suite rooms, that have been ind...

Pollok Beach Guest Lodge
Pollok Guest Lodge offers fully furnished luxury self-catering accommodation in Summerstrand. Conveniently located within walking distance from P...

Pine Lodge Resort
Imagine perfectly situated timber cabins merging with a coastal landscape. Imagine awaking to the sound of the ocean each morning. Imagine nature...

Margate Place Guest House
AA Superior Graded, Margate Place Guest House, "the most tourist friendly Guest House in Port Elizabeth", offers B&B or self catering accommodati...

The Russel Guest House
If kicking back is what you need, The Russel Guest House is the perfect place. Port Elizabeth has all the luxury of a big city, while maintaining...

Ocean Bay Guest House
Ocean Bay in Summerstrand and from here you are a comfortable walk from Pollock Beach, leading on to the beachfront walks, boardwalk and cycle pa...

Corner House Accommodation
Corner House Accommodation is located in the suburb of Summerstrand in Port Elizabeth. This self catering accommodation offers warm hospitality, ...


Algoa Guest House
Located in the beautiful seaside suburb of Summerstrand, only 200 metres from the beach, Algoa Guest House offers 8 comfortable double suites (on...

Brighton Lodge
Brighton Lodge is situated in a prime position on the Port Elizabeth beachfront 300 meters from one of the city's most popular beaches in the upm...

Emabaleni Guest House
Emabaleni Guest House offers affordable Summerstrand accommodation for business and leisure travelers in Port Elizabeth. The accommodation is set...

Carslogie House
Carslogie House is located in the upmarket beachfront suburb of Summerstrand, only 200 meters from Port Elizabeth's famous beaches and a short wa...

The Blue Lotus Guesthouse
The Blue Lotus Guesthouse is situated in the beautiful beachfront suburb of Summerstrand, within easy walking distance to all major beachfront at...

4 Boutique Garden Villa
4 Boutique Garden Villa is a spacious, open plan Holiday Home which is stylishly decorated. The bedroom is furnished with a King-size bed, walk i...

Wilmot Cottages
Wilmot Cottages is an ideal place to stay while exploring all that Port Elizabeth has to offer. Accommodation is offered in two units which both ...

Jenvey House
Jenvey House offers beautiful Port Elizabeth self catering apartments catering for all accommodation needs. The property sports beautiful gardens...

On The Bay Bed & Breakfast
On the Bay Bed & Breakfast offers TGCSA 3 star graded accommodation for business executives, tourists and holiday makers. We are ideally situated...

Brewer House
Brewer House is an owner run guest house in Summerstrand. Brewer House provides accommodation that is ideally located 10 minutes from Port Elizab...

4 Boutique Beach House
4 Boutique Beach House suites each have their own entrance and outdoor seating area and have full access to the in-house facilities and swimming ...

Amery House
Amery House offers accommodation in a newly refurbished Tuscan villa situated in the heart of Summerstrand. Designed with the traveller in mind, ...

Admiral's Lodge Guest House
Admiral's Lodge is ideally situated in the up market suburb of Summerstrand of Port Elizabeth and is close to all amenities, yet quiet and peacef...

Africa Beach B&B
Africa Beach Bed and Breakfast offers stylish, comfortable Guesthouse accommodation to business executives, tourists and holiday makers in the Su...

Cape Recife Lighthouse Villa
Cape Recife Lighthouse Villa has two bedrooms furnished with double beds. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is a dining room. The living ro...


Beachwalk Bed & Breakfast
Beachwalk B&B is situated only 60m from popular beaches. This heritage building has been stylishly renovated and offers beautifully appointed roo...

Bandle at the Boardwalk
Bandle at The Boardwalk is a self catering holiday apartment in Summerstrand sleeping four guests. The main bedroom is furnished with a King-size...

Beachway B&B
Beachway offers accommodation in Summerstrand. We offer seven double rooms each sleeping two guests. Each room has a double bed and an en-suite ...

Millard Crescent Guest House
Millard Crescent Guest House offers comfortable and secure accommodation. It is located in a peaceful part of Summerstrand, a very popular region...

Kaliza's Place
Situated in a quiet street in Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth, we offer accommodation for tourists, the business person and holiday makers. Come and...

Summerstrand Beach Lodge
Summerstrand Beach Lodge is perfectly situated four houses from our lovely Pollok Beach and walking distance to all three of our other main beach...

Island Way Beach House 58
Island Way Beach House 58 is a self catering apartment located in a complex in Summerstrand. The apartment sleeps six guests in three bedrooms al...

No5 Boutique Art Hotel
The exclusive No. 5 Boutique Art Hotel, situated in Port Elizabeth on the Southeast coast of South Africa, sets a new standard in discreet and el...

Island Way Beach House 54
Island Way Beach House 54 is an apartment offering secure accommodation in a complex in Summerstrand. The complex is located directly across from...

Summerseas 35
Located in Summerstrand, Summerseas 35 offers accommodation in a modern apartment with sea views and direct access to Pollock beach. The secure c...

The Beach Hotel
The Beach Hotel in Port Elizabeth is located on Port Elizabeth's beachfront directly opposite Hobie Beach and Shark Rock Pier with The Boardwalk ...

Aloe Manna
Aloe Manna is a comfortable and spacious self-catering Guesthouse offering exceptional accommodation for leisure travellers or corporate guests s...

Isango Gate Boutique Hotel and Spa
Isango Gate Boutique Hotel and Spa is situated in the premier quiet suburb of Summerstrand in Port Elizabeth and on the doorstep of one of its pr...

SooS Guest House & Spa
Summerstrand accommodation at its best, SooS Guest House & Spa offers beautifully comfortable accommodation to business executives, tourists and ...

Bright on 5th Guesthouse
Bright on 5th Guesthouse is a new, upmarket, luxurious four room, double storey guesthouse in the heart of Summerstrand beachfront. Set in a deli...

Abalone Guest House
Abalone Guest House offers accommodation within walking distance of beautiful beaches. Your friendly hosts Christine and Glynn will be on hand to...

Beach Life
Beach Life is a self-catering holiday apartment sleeping four guests in two bedrooms. Enjoy the sea and sunrise views from the balcony and see th...

The Palace Guesthouse
Situated 120 metres from the white sandy beaches in Port Elizabeth, The Palace Guesthouse offers you luxury accommodation second to none. Often r...

Bayside Guest House
Located in the upmarket beachfront suburb of Summerstrand, Bayside Guesthouse offers 4-star comfort 400 metres from the popular Pollock beach wit...


Radisson Blu Hotel Port Elizabeth
The Radisson Blu Hotel Port Elizabeth is located on the Summerstrand beachfront on the shores of the Indian Ocean overlooking Algoa Bay. The hote...

Keiskama B&B
Keiskama B&B is a stylish establishment, suited to the business or leisure traveler. Guests will experience warm hospitality and personal service...

@ 47 Guest House
@ 47 Guest House is situated in a tranquil, upmarket part of Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth and offers quality, spacious and private accommodation ...
Things to do in the area

Buy African Crafts at Ezamaxhosa Craft
EzamaXhosa (meaning "Belonging to the Xhosa People") displays and sells genuine handmade craft found only in the Eastern Cape. When the shop fir...

Cape Recife Lighthouse
The spine on the Eastern Cape's Indian Ocean floor bed is stacked with rocks for vertebrae that form the east coast bay backbone. This 'Thunderbo...

Hobie Beach
Port Elizabeth may be the metropolitan hub of Nelson Mandela Bay, but it is probably best known for its gorgeous beaches. Long stretches of light...

Try your Luck at The Boardwalk Casino
The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World is a complete entertainment destination located on the Port Elizabeth Beach front in the exclusive sub...

Ginger The Restaurant
Ginger boasts the perfect positioning as it is situated alongside the entrance to the Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment Complex and just a few s...

Restaurant De Kelder
With its warm and welcoming atmosphere, upmarket De Kelder offers an enticing menu, fuelled by a passionate chef and exemplary service. The menu ...

Barney's Tavern
With its breathtaking location on the ocean-side of Marine Drive, with waves lapping nearby, Barney’s is one of Port Elizabeth’s best love gems. ...

Blackbeards®
Recognized as Port Elizabeth’s Seafood Landmark and one of the finest Seafood specializing A-la-carte Restaurants in South Africa, Blackbeards® i...

Cafe Dulce
Dulcé Café was started as one small ice cream shop in Port Elizabeth in 1980. Since then, it has blossomed to a national franchise that is a firm...
Noteworthy attractions

Donkin Heritage Trail
The Donkin Heritage Trail is named after the Acting Governor of the Cape Colony at the time, Sir Rufane Donkin. South Africans are well acquainte...

Fort Frederick
Like many national monuments, Fort Frederick first appears as little more than a few brick walls, albeit old walls that seem to hold little signi...

St Georges Park Cricket Ground
The oldest park in Port Elizabeth and the site of the second oldest cricket club in the country, St George’s Park lies in the heart of Port Eliza...

Humewood Golf Club
One of South Africa’s top-rated golf clubs, Humewood is a true Links course which has hosted numerous PGA events, including the South African Ope...

Bayworld Museum Complex
The Main Museum of Bayworld blends cultural and natural history. Embark on an exciting journey through time and through the fascinating world aro...

Eastern Cape Beaches
The Eastern Cape in South Africa boasts some of the world’s best beaches and 800 km of unspoilt picturesque coastlines where blue oceans tumble o...

Port Elizabeth Golf Club
Port Elizabeth Golf Club, which is commonly known as "The Hill", was founded in 1890 and is one of South Africa's oldest golf clubs. Today the pl...

Walmer Country Club - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Walmer Country Club with its warm and friendly atmosphere, is 54 years old. It has grown from strength to strength and has over 550 members. Walm...

Cape Recife Nature Reserve
Cape Recife Nature Reserve is one of the best bird-watching locations in Port Elizabeth. The Cape Recife Nature Reserve offers beautiful beach, n...
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