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The Kelway Hotel

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Coffee service
Executive Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
1 Brookes Hill Drive, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6013
  • King's Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Hobie Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Non Sea Facing)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room (Non Sea Facing)

  • Hill view
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, Sea Facing

  • Sea view
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Double Room (Non Sea facing)

  • Hill view
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Honeymoon Suite

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Suite

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Signature Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Junior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Double Room, Sea Facing

  • Partial sea view
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

The Kelway Hotel places you next to Bayworld and Museum of Bay World. This 63-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • King's Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Port Elizabeth City Hall - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ginger The Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Co - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Kelway Hotel

Art Deco hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk
The Kelway Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 150 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 130 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Farriagers

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 130 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 150 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Kelway Hotel
Kelway Hotel Port Elizabeth
Kelway Port Elizabeth
Kelway
The Kelway Hotel Hotel
The Kelway Hotel Gqeberha
The Kelway Hotel Hotel Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Kelway Hotel?

The Kelway Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Kelway Hotel?

This hotel is located in Gqeberha, just steps from Bayworld and Museum of Bay World, and within a short walk of King's Beach. You'll also find The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World and Hobie Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Kelway Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does The Kelway Hotel have a casino?

No, The Kelway Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Kelway Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Kelway Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including premium bedding and a turndown service in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Does The Kelway Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Kelway Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Kelway Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Farriagers.

Does The Kelway Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Kelway Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Kelway Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Kelway Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Kelway Hotel is Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is 2.7 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Kelway Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy sea or hill views.

The Kelway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 173 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel!

Great hotel. Far better than the star rating suggests. Fantastic staff, really nice location and view. Great breakfast! Even monkeys in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff - especially the man covering management duty at night. Room / hotel clean Breakfast good Restaurant good Close to airport Location could be more convenient - no shops nearby and need a good walk to get to the beach. Uber needed. AC wasnt working in initial room but got moved in a different but similar room within reasonable timeframe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meryl

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Tired hotel but amazing staff

The staff are amazing, the hotel is little tired and seems to cater for overnight grouos cominv in by coach
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

NKOSILATHI

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manishi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel should try servinge Indian Style Vegetarian Dish options for their guests. I requested if they could make a Vegetable Potato Curry. The Chef was able to cook up a delicious Curry and I had a very satisfying meal on the second day evening.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anneline

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ghulam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Kelsey we stayed here 2020 it was good the hotel is still a good place to stay breakfast weee good the restaurant at night was poor with not a lot of choice to chose from also beds are very low the hotel needs to get it act together and improve these things also we had to go down almost every day as the keycard kept not working
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stopover for an early morning flight

Comfortable stay. Very close to airport. Extremely friendly staff who helped with all our questions
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beauty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phumeza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nomaphelo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything, wonderful staff excellent service, will recommend for other people as well
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Lara

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021