Title: New Brighton Travel Guide: Best of New Brighton, Gqeberha Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in New Brighton](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Brighton-Hotels.d553248635974577953.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Gqeberha](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Gqeberha.d2824.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Gqeberha](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Gqeberha.d2824.Travel-Guide-Activities)[New Brighton Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-New-Brighton.d553248635974577953.Car-Hire-Guide)[New Brighton Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Brighton.d553248635974577953.Holidays-City-Breaks) # New Brighton Travel Guide ## Gqeberha ## Visit New Brighton Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Gqeberha travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gqeberha.dx2824) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Port Elizabeth which includes tranquil scenes and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562613467/13868368-6301-4d0d-be95-8b725d56a336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kragga Kamma Game Park 5/5(1 review) Embark on superb wildlife experiences from the comfort of your own car. Enjoy guided safaris and nature walks at this owner-operated reserve. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kragga-Kamma-Game-Park-Gqeberha.d553248621562613467.Attraction) ![Hobie Beach featuring landscape views, rocky coastline and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090793/6d2b085b-ba30-40b5-b028-1432fde9e4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hobie Beach 4.5/5(6 reviews) Swim, surf or scuba dive at this popular and family-friendly Port Elizabeth beach, known for its diverse marine life, scenic parks and entertaining festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hobie-Beach-Summerstrand.d6090793.Attraction) ![King\'s Beach which includes a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090787/86a914eb-355d-4e43-b834-6273dc524bf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### King's Beach 4.5/5(5 reviews) Play among the waves in the Indian Ocean, ride waterslides, watch surfers and visit an aquarium at this beach close to Port Elizabeth’s city center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kings-Beach-Gqeberha.d6090787.Attraction) ![Bayworld featuring marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090791/7c8abad5-24dd-4e3a-8f9f-216d939183a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bayworld 4/5(3 reviews) Learn about South Africa’s natural and cultural history while spotting playful penguins, curious invertebrates and sharks at this family-friendly marine park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bayworld-Port-Elizabeth.d6090791.Attraction) ![Market Square featuring a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090799/79f3da6a-aeef-4eb7-8245-833dc342ec23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Market Square 4/5(6 reviews) Take a walk around this lively city center square to discover the fascinating architectural heritage and historical monuments of Port Elizabeth. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Market-Square-Port-Elizabeth-Central.d6090799.Attraction) ![Hill top over Sardina Bay... SAND SURFING is also possible in this area!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2824/07b7833c-1591-4b8d-ac99-92117081aa17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sardinia Bay Nature Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Sardinia Bay Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Gqeberha. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sardinia-Bay-Nature-Reserve-Port-Elizabeth.d553248621594952148.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758873/300a1d82-bc03-43c5-8482-3baf9132f51e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River £28 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £42 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-marine-walk-sardinia-bay-marine-protected-area-1-half-hour.a1071146.activity-details) ![Port Elizabeth. Kragga Kamma game park tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51240422/789fa9bd-9988-4709-a734-3e14e955dfdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Elizabeth. Kragga Kamma game park tour £51 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-elizabeth-kragga-kamma-game-park-tour.a51240422.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 £90 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-port-elizabeth-kragga-kamma-reserve.a47496181.activity-details) ![Kragga Kamma Game Park Safari Guided Tour in Port Elizabeth ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49308865/b74ea3c8-53d1-4527-ba64-ecb440e93161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kragga Kamma Game Park Safari Guided Tour in Port Elizabeth £56 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kragga-kamma-game-park-safari-guided-tour-in-port-elizabeth.a49308865.activity-details) [See all activities in Gqeberha](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Gqeberha.d2824.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in New Brighton ![Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2560000/2558700/2558654/9eef99f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth Corner of Marine Drive And Ninth Avenue Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape £93 22 Mar - 23 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Piet Retief Monument and Lighthouses Tenpin ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=2558654&PinnedHotelID=2558654&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974577953) ![Garden Court Kings Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20360000/20358700/20358636/85900cff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Garden Court Kings Beach La Roche Drive, Humewood Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape £77 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Museum of Bay World and Bayworld are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (35 reviews) This property advertises that they have air-conditioning, but they only have air conditioning in the common area is not in the rooms themselves very disappointed. Contacted the front desk. They wouldn't do anything to compensate for the lie. Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=20358636&PinnedHotelID=20358636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974577953) ![Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8400000/8399400/8399337/ab5b7d7b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport Cnr of De Havilland and Airport West Rd Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape £33 22 Mar - 23 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ron Belling Art Gallery and St. ... 8/10 Very Good! (512 reviews) Here’s a polished rephrased version: I was initially skeptical because it was more affordable, but it completely exceeded my expectations far better than the place I booked before moving here. It was also very convenient, as I could simply walk into the airport. The staff were very helpful. However, ... Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=8399337&PinnedHotelID=8399337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974577953) ![The Boardwalk Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5440000/5431100/5431069/cf4e608c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Boardwalk Hotel Beach Road Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape £143 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (269 reviews) Our room had plenty of space, the bed was comfortable and tea and coffee was available. It had a large bathroom and the shower was excellent. Bottled fresh water was provided every day which we kept cold in the fridge. We had a nice view over the pool with the ocean in the background. However…. I ... Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=5431069&PinnedHotelID=5431069&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974577953) ![Courtyard Hotel Gqeberha](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/660900/660843/1f2f897f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard Hotel Gqeberha Corner Lodge Road & Beach Road Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape £77 16 Mar - 17 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Humewood Beach and The Boardwalk ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (285 reviews) The ocean view was wonderful from my room. Room service was not very effective- I'd place an order on their app, but the app wouldn't always update if the order had been received or not (it's supposed to update the user with this info). I was required to use my CC on the app, but when my food was ... Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026&selected=660843&PinnedHotelID=660843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974577953) ![Africa Beach B&B](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39499900/39499874/2cf4120e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Africa Beach B&B 12 Skegness Road Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape £48 14 Mar - 15 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Gqeberha. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Hobie Beach ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (72 reviews) Room clean and roomy. Staff efficient. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Elizabeth-Newton-Park.dx553248635974587530) ![I like this city. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2824/148156c8-7368-4c3c-bd2c-6e9367050b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Port Elizabeth Central 2.5/5(2 area reviews) While visiting Port Elizabeth Central, you might make a stop by sights like Port Elizabeth City Hall and St. George's Cricket Ground. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gqeberha-Port-Elizabeth-Central.dx553248635974587426) ![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 4/5(8 area reviews) If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walmer and surrounding area, you can visit Port Elizabeth Golf Club and St George's Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gqeberha-Walmer.dx553248635975438375) ![Shark Rock Pier and Hobie Beach in Summerstrand, Aerial Panorama of Port Elizabeth, South Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500139/24a0d58a-48be-470f-b927-30a11a8a81ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Humewood Waterfront views and beaches are notable features of Humewood. You might consider stopping by South End Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Humewood.dx500139) ![Hobie Beach featuring landscape views, rocky coastline and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090793/6d2b085b-ba30-40b5-b028-1432fde9e4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Summerstrand The pristine beaches and ample 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.co.uk/Gqeberha-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 4/5(12 area reviews) 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. 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