Southern Sun The Marine
Cnr of 5th Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth 6001 South Africa
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Southern Sun The Marine - Among the superior beachfront hotels in Port Elizabeth, the hotel is unparalleled. Overlooking the sun-drenched sands of Pollock Beach, with sweeping views of Algoa Bay, this hotel, in the heart of the Friendly City, is renowned for its quality facilities, personal service and luxurious atmosphere. From the moment you enter the hotel, you know you are in an exceptional establishment. The large reception area is elegantly decorated, offering the first taste of a stay that promises an unforgettable experience in comfort and style. Ideal for holidaymakers, families and executives alike, Southern Sun The Marine offers accommodation in a range of comfortable en-suite rooms that boast spectacular sea views. Delicious meals can be enjoyed in the hotel restaurant and there are excellent conference facilities which can cater for 10 - 90 delegates. A secluded roof top splash pool for hot summer days overlooking the ocean, ideal for adults and kids to enjoy. Our hotel is situated within walking distance of safe, sandy beaches, various swimming pools, a casino and entertainment complex, not to mention the Museum and Snake Park, and various sporting facilities, including golf.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Beach
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Secured parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Air conditioning
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Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans, Xhosa
Location
69Somewhat walkable
Grade: 69 out of 100
29Restaurantswithin 1 km
4Attractionswithin 1 km
Cnr of 5th Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth 6001 South Africa
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One night stay, group tour (17 pax). No issues at all, warm welcome with a drink, easy checking, nice room with good mattresses and good bathroom with good water pressure in the shower. Diner was great, life cooking was very tasty, free glass of (red) wine offered by the management was a nice touch. Can highly recommend this hotel.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Property is ideally located. Enjoyed the spacious and modern rooms as well as the buffet breakfast. The buffet dinner did not have much variety and there is certainly room for improvement there. Staff were most friendly and helpful. Would recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful stay in Gqeberha.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Excellent service received from all staff Front office - Warm friendly and courteous The porter always had a smile on his face and made sure we were welcomed with an arrival drink. Ms. Zingisa Receptionist - brilliant extremely warm and courteous! Housekeeping - Outstanding out room attendant unfortunately didn't get her name she was amazing, she refreshed our towels and amenities without us asking and even added extra water bottles. Food & Beverage - Brilliant the Head Chef (Mr. KB) went out of his way to ensure that we catered for (halaal) Everyday we were greeted by him and asked us what do we need, added some more flavor to our food, and updated us on where to go and what to see in the city. Not often you get this personal touch! General Manager- Ms. Cassandra she went out of her way to ensure that not only us but all guests staying at the hotel were greeted personally and made sure that our stay at the hotel was pleasant and memorable. Thank you Ms. Cassandra you were remarkable. Overall experience 10/10 Excellent location, cleanliness 10/10 big comfortable rooms and great wifi.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Sea facing rooms amazing view.
Swimming pool is a splash pool only.
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The hotel is decent enough, beautiful see views and friendly staff. I was however utterly disappointed by the Restuarant for the both night I stay. First night I ordered room service dinner, I waited for more than two hours. I called the reception and Restuarant several times only to learn that my order was simply not prepared. Second night I ordered food, the food was delivered cold, quality of the preparation was substandard ☹️☹️ on both mains and desert. If this can be looked at, the hotel has a potential of really being the best due to location.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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We had the pleasure to have a spacious room for our family. There were two separate rooms to sleep and one sitting area. There were two bathrooms which is very handy if all need to shower quickly. The room had a nice view on the ocean. The diner in the hotel was not according to the standards of the rest of the hotel. It was a pleasant stay.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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The rooms were small, had very old furnishing. The breakfast menu was decent. They had local adventure tours being arranged from hotel. The rooms had a damp smell. We chose the family apartments by south sun marine due to its proximity to addi national park
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Friend and I decided to take a little Stay-Cation in our own City. We were lucky enough to choose The Marine. Booked into a little family suite which was fantastic. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a great little lounge and kitchenette. Plenty of space for us to relax. A few small issues – the kitchenette wasn’t properly stocked, were missing some glasses and a few other essentials, but to be honest, it wasn’t an issue. What was a bit of an issue was that the master bedroom is right near the vents and this can be very noisy and unfortunately one then cannot leave a window open. The master bedroom also gets a lot of noise at the evening shift change when the staff are coming and going. The pool is also nothing more than a splash pool on the roof with a great view. But who needs a large pool when there is a massive ocean just across the road? On the positive side, the staff are super friendly and willing to go the extra mile. We will 100% be back…
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Excellent service from security to check in and housekeeping.front desk manageress was most courteous and helpful.breakfast options very extensive.all protocols observed.loved the ever smiling jolly chef.will return to this hotel whenever in the windy city.Rooms are well appointed.very clean
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Marine has everything in perfect order and control
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We were severely disappointed previously staying at the Beach Hotel and the Radisson, which were awful - not experiences we want to repeat! This hotel has on the contrary high standards, with a beautiful spacious suite overlooking the sea, a safe car park, wonderful breakfasts and outstanding service. This includes the reception staff, who were always on standby, even during the evenings, to assist and even help with document copying, required for our journeys back to Europe and UK. The staff were warm, friendly and extremely helpful: we could not fault them. The adjacent restaurant, De Kelder, offered good food in a hospitable environment, with again excellent service. I can throughly recommend this hotel.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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We were most pleasantly surprised with the unobtrusive and attentive service we received throughout our stay. The spacious suite on the third floor was spotlessly clean, nice linens, the recessed lounge area was ideal, and the modern bathroom totally functional. The breakfast was more than adequate and the wine gift was an added surprise. The location is ideal and ample accessible onsite parking. Thank you Cassandra and your team for making our stay a memorable one!
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Suite 333 if available
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PRICE RANGE
US$117 - US$132 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
protea hotel port elizabeth
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Protea Hotel Port Elizabeth Marine
LOCATION
South AfricaEastern CapePort ElizabethSummerstrand
NUMBER OF ROOMS
114
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Sun The Marine
Which popular attractions are close to Southern Sun The Marine?
Nearby attractions include The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (0.8 km), Nu Metro Boardwalk (0.7 km), and Boardwalk Summerstrand (1.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Southern Sun The Marine?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Southern Sun The Marine?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Southern Sun The Marine?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Southern Sun The Marine?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Southern Sun The Marine?
Conveniently located restaurants include Charlies Pizza & Pasta Summerstrand, Ginger The Restaurant, and Something Good Roadhouse.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Southern Sun The Marine?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Is Southern Sun The Marine located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Summerstrand.
Are any cleaning services offered at Southern Sun The Marine?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Southern Sun The Marine offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Southern Sun The Marine?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Afrikaans, and Xhosa.