You can look forward to a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby at The Paxton Hotel. In addition to car rentals on site and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Humewood, a neighborhood in Gqeberha, The Paxton Hotel is near the airport and by the ocean. Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Port Elizabeth Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Greenacres Shopping Centre and Walmer Park Shopping Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Bayworld, or check out an event or a game at St. George's Cricket Ground. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Gqeberha travel guide
You can look forward to a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby at The Paxton Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with car rentals on site and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
Babysitting (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and a computer station
Room features
All 79 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to perks like late night room service and free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Free toiletries and hair dryers
36-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
Childcare services, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Fair Trade Tourism. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
How much does it cost to stay at The Paxton Hotel?
As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Paxton Hotel on 26 October 2026 start from AED 264, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Paxton Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Paxton Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Paxton Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Does The Paxton Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is The Paxton Hotel located?
This family-friendly Gqeberha hotel is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of South End Museum, King's Beach, and Donkin Reserve. Route 67 Art Trail and Museum of Bay World are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Paxton Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Beautiful hotel in a beautiful location, just across the highway from the bay. The view was nice but it was of the dock for the big ships so it wasn't just nature, but rather of the workings of a big port. Although you could turn to the right and see the open ocean. We were very very lucky and were there the morning of the Iron Man and the bicycle portion of the race went by right outside our window!
Very nice stay. Even the room was not as booked, the réception lady found for us . Great continental breakfast, you can also have full english one if you want... Little swimming pool but we arrived too late...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Paula
15 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok for a night stop
The staff were very friendly, check in and out easy. The room was missing pillows and towels for the children (which I am sure we could have rectified easily however we were exhausted). The bed was very hard and it was so noisy from the road and dock we actually thought the window was open and therefore didn't sleep very well. The room itself was spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Richard
12 April 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Booked twin room with two beds and got a room with
The room was very very warm, the AC didn’t work. Did not sleep well, very uncomfortable night. The hotel had not better room with AC for me.
I expected som action, but no thing.
quando chegamos o hotel estava com cheiro insuportável de fritura, tanto na recepção quando nos quartos.. O quarto é antigo, cheiro de guardado. Não ficaríamos novamente. Não é ruim, mas para bom ta longe.
Overall good stay
Good location
Ladies at reception where exceptional as well as the other friendly staff
Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review
8/10 Good
Keith
2 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Dangerous shower
Well positioned on the beach front, comfortable room with sea view.
Only gripe is that the shower door opened inwards and when you close it, it scoops all the water onto the bathroom floor.
Is it legal to have a shower door opening inwards??
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Heather
7 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good size but was run down and outdated. It also was positioned on what seemed more like an industrial estate and not as described as advertised. Was quite disappointed with it given the price we paid.
Been to this hotel many times, even lost count. I like it for so many reasons.. Quiet, peaceful, service is good, food delicious every time.. even my kids like it.. close to shops, restaurants and mall- walkable.
Great location on beachfront, Virgin Active within walking distance. Clean rooms, good value for money, I seem to be using it now on every trip to PE & would highly recommend.