The Boardwalk Hotel And Casino, Port ElizabethThe Boardwalk Hotel And Casino in Port Elizabeth, South Africa has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 13 of 17 hotels we score in Port Elizabeth. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.8 before correction: Tripadvisor 2.8.The Boardwalk Hotel and Casino is a beachfront property situated in Summerstrand, Gqeberha. It sits near Hobie Beach and King's Beach, making it a suitable choice for families and business travellers. The hotel features 140 air-conditioned Premier Luxury rooms and provides direct access to the beach. Facilities include a casino, thirteen restaurants, a bowling alley, and both indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Guests can also use the spa, fitness centre, and various meeting rooms. While the hotel offers extensive leisure options, some guests have reported inconsistent water temperatures in the showers.What stands out

Direct beach access

Multiple on-site restaurants

Indoor and outdoor pools

On-site casino and bowling

Watch out for

Inconsistent shower water temperatures

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