Discover The Beach Hotel

The Beach Hotel is one Port Elizabeth’s finest Hotels, situated on Port Elizabeth’s magnificent beachfront, directly opposite Hobie Beach. The Beach Hotel combines splendid service with quality accommodation, stylish cuisine and facilities for a perfect family holiday, business trip or relaxing getaway.

Enjoy A Stay at the Beach Hotel

Enjoy A Stay at the Beach Hotel

The stunning four-star hotel offers homely comfort in its 58 spacious, en-suite bedrooms, some with stunning sea views and others opening onto the tranquil courtyard. Guests are spoilt for choice, offering 3 onsite restaurants to suit everyone’s palate. Enjoy a relaxing environment, sipping a cocktail while overlooking the ocean at The Verandah restaurant, or indulge in our famous carvery at The Crest. Resident foodies will love the fine dining cuisine at Ginger, voted one of the best restaurants in Port Elizabeth, it is definitely a must.

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The History of The Beach Hotel

The History of The Beach Hotel

It is believed that the original Beach Hotel and surrounding area belonged to Piet Retief and his family. His home, a tennis court and servants quarters stood on this ground. Tenders for the proposed Beach Hotel were called for on 22 June 1893. The wood and iron structure was designed by architect George William Smith. Construction progressed rapidly and on 16 February 1894, the hotel was officially opened with a grand luncheon party. The first Manager was Mr. Edward Steinmann.

Then, sadly, at 5 o’clock on 1 December 1915, the hotel went up in flames. Townsfolk rushed to witness firemen desperately fighting the fire which destroyed the entire building within an hour. In 1922 Humewood was ripe for development after the Marine Drive was completed. Mr. Bill Poole immediately took the option on the first hotel site and built the second Beach Hotel. The building was completed in 1924. The hotel changed hands several times and was later bought by a Mrs. Lupping at an auction for £46 000. Mrs. Lolly Shtein, daughter of the Luppings, lives in Bandle which is a block of flats next to the Beach Hotel. Wilfred Guscott bought the hotel from the Luppings, and his nephew, Roy Lombard, bought it in 1958.

Mr Lombard brought about the first alterations to the hotel when he elevated it to the first three-star hotel in the country. It is now a popular family run hotel which welcomes holidaymakers and businessmen alike from across the world.

Guest Reviews

  • A beautiful hotel steps away from the beach

    We enjoyed a lovely stay at the Beach Hotel for a weekend. It is a beautiful boutique hotel and our large room had an excellent view of the sea with a seating area by the window. The staff were friendly and provided excellent service, making us feel at home. We really enjoyed our stay.

    Schamb

  • Pleasant stay

    Pleasant stayI travelled for business trip and it was a pleasant stay. The staff are accommodating and willing to help . They always provide excellent customer service for the duration of my trip. Location is ideal and view is beautiful from Hotel. Just be sure to book sea facing room for full benefit.

    WVH

  • A hotel to return to

    This was our first visit to The Beach hotel which is situated on the bay. Inside there are historic details which give the building an art deco feel. Our room was spacious and well appointed with views out to sea.We had decided to eat in The Ginger restaurant and as it was Valentine’s Day a special menu was offered. This had to be prepaid which posed a problem as... Read this review

    Ruth B

  • We liked our stay so much we extended it

    This was a return visit to the Beach Hotel. We liked our stay so much we extended it, nice sea facing room. Easy access to and great views over the beach and sea. The convenience of walking straight into the fabulous Ginger restaurant cannot be overstated!. My hotel of choice in Port Elizabeth.

    TwoWinelovers