Title: Visit Port Elizabeth Central: Best of Port Elizabeth Central, Gqeberha Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Port Elizabeth Central](https://expedia.ca/Port-Elizabeth-Central-Gqeberha-Hotels.0-n553248635974587426-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Gqeberha](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Gqeberha.d2824.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Gqeberha](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Gqeberha.d2824.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Port Elizabeth Central Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Port-Elizabeth-Central.d553248635974587426.Car-Rental-Guide)[Port Elizabeth Central Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Port-Elizabeth-Central.d553248635974587426.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Port Elizabeth Central ## Gqeberha ![I like this city. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2824/148156c8-7368-4c3c-bd2c-6e9367050b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I like this city. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2824/148156c8-7368-4c3c-bd2c-6e9367050b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The front facade is pretty darn impressive. I wish it was still open by the time I took this photo. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2824/7b2d636b-5f13-4285-baca-51b3c557bd44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![It's simple, but I love the architecture. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2824/116b9611-b806-4977-b843-f1b602d35a27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Donkin Reserve, Pyramid and Lighthouse includes a Stone Pyramid Monument with a touching inscription erected by Sir Rufane Donkin in memory of his late wife, Elizabeth, after whom the city was named, as well as palm-lined walkways and benches.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2824/ea7dcd90-fc02-4661-b9c0-f03c2220fd2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Port Elizabeth Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Gqeberha travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Gqeberha.dx2824) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Market Square which includes a square or plaza, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090799/79f3da6a-aeef-4eb7-8245-833dc342ec23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Market Square Take a walk around this lively city center square to discover the fascinating architectural heritage and historical monuments of Port Elizabeth. [](https://expedia.ca/Market-Square-Port-Elizabeth-Central.d6090799.Vacation-Attraction) ![Eastern Cape showing outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532404481/3e81a314-b88c-407c-a276-e2dff9c9f70f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Donkin Reserve Climb to the top of the lighthouse in this hilltop park for views over the city of Port Elizabeth and the bay. [](https://expedia.ca/Donkin-Reserve-Port-Elizabeth-Central.d553248621532404481.Vacation-Attraction) ![It's simple, but I love the architecture. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2824/116b9611-b806-4977-b843-f1b602d35a27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St George's Park Explore the great outdoors at St George's Park, a lovely green space in Gqeberha. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Georges-Park-Port-Elizabeth-Central.d553248621532481420.Vacation-Attraction) #### Port Elizabeth City Hall After visiting Port Elizabeth City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gqeberha. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Port-Elizabeth-City-Hall-Port-Elizabeth-Central.d6090797.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. George's Cricket Ground Catch an event at St. George's Cricket Ground during your trip to Gqeberha. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Georges-Cricket-Ground-Port-Elizabeth-Central.d6090801.Vacation-Attraction) #### Campanile Find out about the history of Gqeberha when you take a trip to Campanile. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Campanile-Port-Elizabeth-Central.d553248621532404482.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758873/b19d5b93-2d45-4915-bba0-1822d6415394.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River CA $51 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/port-elizabeth-river-cruise-on-the-sundays-river.a4758873.activity-details) ![Guided drive with White Rhino](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2293934/72020abc-3d04-4618-a1d8-c8d06c888553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2hr Guided Game Drive at 10h00; Kragga Kamma Game Park Ticket CA $76 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/2hr-guided-game-drive-at-10h00-kragga-kamma-game-park-ticket.a2293934.activity-details) ![Top view towards East side](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1071146/a697c827-5661-45eb-9d4e-35f9d5b57ae8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Marine Walk: Sardinia Bay (Marine Protected Area) - 1 & Half Hour CA $33 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-marine-walk-sardinia-bay-marine-protected-area-1-half-hour.a1071146.activity-details) ![Guided Marine Walk: - Sardinia Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1071147/6398bf87-235d-4381-80b2-2d811c36a8c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Marine Walk: - Sardinia Bay (Marine Protected Area) - 2 hours CA $51 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-marine-walk-sardinia-bay-marine-protected-area-2-hours.a1071147.activity-details) ![Cape Recife](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47496181/ec29d213-e527-4bbc-a63a-235501d15c54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Port Elizabeth & Kragga Kamma Reserve CA $165 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-port-elizabeth-kragga-kamma-reserve.a47496181.activity-details) ![Guided Port Elizabeth Coastal Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49307004/7c0916f2-419c-424f-b9b6-5cf08f8077aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Port Elizabeth Coastal Tour CA $89 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-port-elizabeth-coastal-tour.a49307004.activity-details) [See all activities in Gqeberha](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Gqeberha.d2824.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Port Elizabeth Central Hotel Deals ![Steps Guest House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111950000/111940800/111940775/6dd01ef2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Steps Guest House 22 Mackay St Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape CA $31 CA $31 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions No 7 Castle Hill Museum and Horse Memorial ... 3.6/10 (4 reviews) Shocking service - do not book here The absolute worst service ever. This place does not portray the look on photos. I already paid in full two weeks before our stay, for two nights and the owner refused to talk to us upon arrival. When the reception told us they do not have our booking as it must have been last minute from our side ... Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=111940775&PinnedHotelID=111940775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587426) ![The Monument Guesthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978600/45978588/e148a75a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Monument Guesthouse 49 Havelock St Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions No 7 Castle Hill Museum and Nelson Mandela ... 6.8/10 (54 reviews) Amazing and it’s safe Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=45978588&PinnedHotelID=45978588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587426) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=45978588&PinnedHotelID=45978588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587426) ![Kingsworth Inn - Port Elizabeth](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100150400/100150398/1cab8728_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kingsworth Inn - Port Elizabeth 57A Campbell Street Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $43 CA $43 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. 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(28 reviews) I totally enjoyed my stay there, beautiful clean place with friendly people, by april i wl be ther again, tjs time i wl book a room with bathroom inside no shering bathroom, i like the place also is next to kfc, and spar Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=71973169&PinnedHotelID=71973169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587426) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=71973169&PinnedHotelID=71973169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587426) ![Freedom Media Guest House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27680000/27679300/27679232/e2d545b4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Freedom Media Guest House 5 SOMERSET STREET Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape CA $40 CA $46 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Horse Memorial and No 7 Castle Hill Museum are located nearby. Convenience Reviewed on Jan 1, 2023 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=27679232&PinnedHotelID=27679232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587426) ![De Dreamz Guesthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113040000/113035900/113035847/41f63dbf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### De Dreamz Guesthouse 4 Cuyler St Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Donkin Hill Lighthouse and Donkin Reserve are located ... 6/10 (2 reviews) convinient Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=113035847&PinnedHotelID=113035847&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587426) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=113035847&PinnedHotelID=113035847&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587426) [See all 243 properties in Port Elizabeth Central](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635974587426) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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You might consider a stop by South End Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood. [](https://expedia.ca/Humewood.dx500139) ![Plains Zebra, Addo Elephant National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975438375/dd0c2b7d-c050-4253-9728-bfc6ff388601.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Walmer 3.5/5(2 area reviews) While Walmer might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. George's Cricket Ground and Port Elizabeth Golf Club. [](https://expedia.ca/Port-Elizabeth-Walmer.dx553248635975438375) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newton Park While visiting Newton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Newton Park Swimming Pool and Main Public Library. [](https://expedia.ca/Port-Elizabeth-Newton-Park.dx553248635974587530) ![Hobie Beach which includes general coastal views, landscape views and rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090793/6d2b085b-ba30-40b5-b028-1432fde9e4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Summerstrand The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Summerstrand. A stop by The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World or Hobie Beach might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.ca/Summerstrand.dx6054922) ![Aerial view of Bird Island with Cape Cormorants offshore from Pollock Beach in Summerstrand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981702636/e1a08307-6dc0-4de5-b3ed-0f10ff83c2a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pollok Beach 3/5(1 area review) Seaside views, waterfront views, and restaurants are some highlights of Pollok Beach. Make a stop by Hobie Beach or Piet Retief Monument while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Gqeberha-Pollok-Beach.dx553248633981702636) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### New Brighton While there might not be top attractions in New Brighton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and Newton Park Swimming Pool. 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