Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Friendly staff
Clean and modern rooms
Cons:
Tired room quality
Noisy environment
Booking process issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Room was clean and well decorated, but issues with the cleanliness in some reviews.
Service
8.45
Friendly staff, positive experiences highlighted, but some mentioned unprofessional check-in.
Location
8.45
Convenient location near the airport and city attractions.
Room Quality
7.75
Several mentions of tired or noisy rooms and cleanliness issues.
Amenities
8.45
Positive feedback on the amenities, though slight variations exist.
Value for Money
7.95
Considered overpriced by some due to breakfast exclusions.
Food and Beverage
8.45
Excellent food and beverage service noted in positive reviews.
Overall Experience
8.15
General satisfaction reported despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 04:37

Property Description

Prime Location near the Beach
Located in the vibrant heart of Port Elizabeth, just a short stroll from the beach, the Paxton Hotel offers the perfect blend of convenience and relaxation.

Comfortable Rooms with Stunning Views
With 80 spacious guest rooms, each featuring a balcony with breathtaking views of the harbour, the Paxton Hotel ensures a comfortable and scenic stay for all guests.

Convenient Amenities and Services
From in-room dining options and free wired internet access to a refreshing pool and a welcoming bar, the hotel provides everything you need for a seamless and enjoyable stay.

Experience the best of Port Elizabeth at the Paxton Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Our EV Box charger for electric cars available
“Relax and recharge yourself AND your car at
the Paxton Hotel! While you rest and enjoy our
hospitality, your car can now be recharged at your leisure.” (Additional Charge)Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PLZ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1556 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 8.45
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 7.95
Food and Beverage: 8.45
Overall Experience: 8.15
B
Bulelani • family_with_children • za
10
Pros:

Clean with great service.

Cons:

I

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
L
Luphumlo • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
L
Letta • family_with_children • za
8
Fairly okay
Pros:

Hotel manager was awesome and staff in general

Cons:

No WiFi the entire day that’s horrible

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
D
Debi • extended_group • za
7
Good value for money, great location
Pros:

Everything was very nice.

Cons:

I would have preferred a room with a sea view

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
S
Suhayl • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Nice and easy check in and good location

Cons:

I asked for a cot before hand and it was not available. The bathroom is not laid out well. Barely enough space to sit on the toilet.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
R
Robbie • solo_traveller • za
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Room, neat and tidy.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
Y
Yanga • family_with_children • za
8
Pros:

Comfortable room.

Cons:

No smart TV available

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
J
Jaimee • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
D
Delicia • family_with_children • za
10
Great night out
Pros:

The friendly staff and the tidy and neat room

Cons:

The parking area is very small and there was an event there the evening and we almost didn't get parking

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
L
lhoyi • NONE • Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
10
Best accomodation
Pros:

It was a lovely stay at Paxton Hotel, good place to relax with your family. All the staff members were amazing from the management to the house keeping ladies, making sure that we are well accommodated in all our needs.

2026-03-03 • via Tripadvisor
L
Lieselotte • couple • de
10
Kreuzfahrt Schiff in Nähe und darum sehr gut
Pros:

Zentral zum Hafeu

Cons:

Alles okay

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
A
Alison • extended_group • gb
9
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
M
Mikateko • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
M
Mandy • family_with_children • za
10
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
L
Liesl • family_with_children • za
10
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
S
SANELE • family_with_children • za
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
I
Ipeleng • couple • za
9
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
M
Mothobi • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
K
K • solo_traveller • za
8
Pros:

Peaceful.

Cons:

Needs a refurb. Still good though. But some touch ups in the room, patio and bathroom would make it spectacular.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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DUMEZWENI • family_with_children • za
3
Very bad stay
Pros:

Nothing was good about the place except for nice lounge area,and the house keeping responded promptly when asked for help

Cons:

Staff is very unprofessional,we had a wet carpet which ended up smelling. Showers are too small

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee