Gingerbread Suites

Hotels
9.2 (52 reviews)
Belmont. Bequia , Port Elizabeth , vc

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Car hire
Currency exchange
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Room quality
Views
Cons:
Payment issues
Bathroom attention needed

Categories

Cleanliness
8.45
Some observations regarding the need for bathroom attention upon arrival.
Service
9.95
Management was responsive to requests and resolved issues promptly.
Location
9.95
Excellent proximity to the beach and restaurants, ideal for exploring Bequia.
Room Quality
9.45
Spacious rooms with great views of the marina.
Amenities
8.95
Strong AC and useful mosquito nets were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.45
Payment issues impacted the perceived value during the short stay.
Food and Beverage
8.95
Access to neighboring restaurants; however, some were closed during the visit.
Overall Experience
9.45
A pleasant stay overall, with some minor issues that did not overshadow the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 13:06

Property Description

Welcome to Gingerbread Suites, a charming 3-star hotel in Port Elizabeth, just steps away from Belmont Beach.

Luxurious Accommodations: Enjoy stunning sea views and modern amenities in each room, including free WiFi, a balcony with garden view, and a well-equipped kitchenette with a fridge, oven, and coffee machine.

Relaxing Outdoor Spaces: Unwind in our peaceful garden or soak up the sun on the terrace. Free private parking is available for your convenience.

Convenient Location: With the beach just 300 metres away and the airport within 5 km, Gingerbread Suites is the perfect choice for your stay in Port Elizabeth.

Book your seaside retreat at Gingerbread Suites now and make unforgettable memories by the beach!

Important information:

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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 17 years old stay for US$25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 16 years old stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 17 years old and over stay for US$50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 52 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.45
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 9.45
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.95
Overall Experience: 9.45
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Peter couple gb
10
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Angelica couple us
10
Comfortable romantic stay
Pros:

The room was fabulous. Big bed and bathroom and we loved the cozy the balcony, incredible view and useful kitchenette.

Cons:

Not much to fault.

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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Susan couple us
9
Short but lovely
Pros:

Beautiful location right on the Belmount

Cons:

Beautiful bones and gingerbread- linens and fluffy extras could be improved

2026-01-17 via Nuitee
J
Julie family_with_children au
9
2025-12-21 via Nuitee
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Ignacio couple us
10
Pros:

Location, room & friendliness

2025-12-03 via Nuitee
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Sera family_with_children vc
10
2025-11-30 via Nuitee
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Winston couple us
10
It’s a very nice place an I will definitely stay there again.
Pros:

It was a nice an clean place an I love how it’s closed to the water.

Cons:

It’s a nice place.

2025-11-19 via Nuitee
C
Christopher solo_traveller ca
9
Amazing
Pros:

Great waterfront location

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-02 via Nuitee
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Lorna couple gb
10
2025-10-22 via Nuitee
L
Louise couple fr
10
Perfect location to enjoy Bequia - the beach, proximity to everything & admire the glorious sunsets
Pros:

This IS the spot to stay on Bequia, literally a few minutes walk from the ferry from St Vincent, on flat ground! (This is a hilly island!) Despite the close proximity to the tiny port, the water in front of the hotel is crystal clear and not too deep, perfect for regular refreshing swims literally a minute away from the room. There are neighbouring restaurants and bars - also on the waterfront which are very practical - only being very low season during our stay we weren’t able to experience as most were closed. This made for a very peaceful, idyllic stay which suited us perfectfully. Thank you Gretel, the manager, for your kindness in upgrading us & offering a late checkout (as availability allowed). Definitely would recommend Gingerbread hotel!

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
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Valerie family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

We booked 3 rooms for our stay. All were facing the sea and were just gorgeous. Very spacious and just a short walk from the ferry terminal.

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
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Toro solo_traveller us
9
Beautiful Property, Great Proximity to Beaches + Restaurants, Responsive Hosts
Pros:

The room (and bathroom) is very spacious. The balcony was my favorite part -- the view of the marina in the morning can't be beat. Strong AC + mosquito net were very useful (and bug zapper).

Also very close to restaurants, and not a bad walk to Princess Margaret Beach / the ferry. Management was very prompt in responding to requests and gave good recommendations for activities in the area.

Cons:

Part of the bathroom needed attention upon my arrival and new bedsheets, and when I alerted Management, it was responded to in good timing and resolved the next day. Also it's not entirely clear how to access reception walking from the ferry, so I felt lost (and hot and sweaty from the uphill walk!) -- but you enter in the back at 'Guest Access'.

The most irritable part of the trip had nothing to do with the accommodations but more had to do with credit card payment issues -- I was out and about and contacted in excess (via phone, text, and platform escalation) regarding the need for resolution. On such a short visit (2 nights), truthfully, it stained my experience a bit.

Ultimately, it was a system update issue, and I paid directly at the office when I returned to the property that night. Didn't love being told that if payment was not resolved ASAP, I would need to leave -- that felt rude.

I would advise Management to make sure that payment is resolved same-day as check in vs expecting a guest to come back to their office on their timeline the next day (I was beach liming for goodness sakes!). That will reduce the seeming fear they had that I, or anyone in the future, would 'run out on the check' or something.

Also would have been nice for the price of the room to have a bottle of water at check in.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
M
Matthew solo traveller gb
10
Exceptional
2025-06-01 via Nuitee
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Carin family with young children us
10
Exceptional
2025-03-03 via Nuitee
P
Peter young couple gb
10
Exceptional
2025-02-02 via Nuitee
P
Peter young couple gb
10
Exceptional
2025-01-24 via Nuitee
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Timothy group us
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Perfect location with great amenities. Friendly, helpful management willing to go the extra mile to make for a perfect get away.

2025-01-23 via Nuitee
M
Mike solo traveller gb
8
Very good
2024-12-10 via Nuitee
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Maria solo traveller es
7
Amazing view, expensive mosquitos
Pros:

The view, the terrace, the location and the bed (both design and confort) are wonderful.

Cons:

Kitchen and bathrooms are old-fashioned for such a expensive accommodation. Also surprised that such expensive accommodation does not even include or provide breakfast. To the price of Booking, I needed to add more than 100 USD of VAT, service charge and other things, so, read attentively all the conditions. The room is very spacious and nice but extremely noisy when it rains due to the metal roof. Also do not be surprised to be atacked by hundreds of mosquitos (which did not happen so much to me in other parts of Bequia).

2024-12-10 via Nuitee
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Jane family with young children gb
9
Stay at Gingerbread Suites
Pros:

The location was great. Walking distances from the port, restaurants and bars and the beach.

Rooms were a nice size with everything we needed as well as a balcony with a view.

Cons:

One of the kitchen cupboard doors didn't close properly and the mirror in the bathroom was a little rusty and in need of replacing, but nothing major.

2024-11-28 via Nuitee