Garden Court Kings Beach

Hotels
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Southern Sun Hotels
8.3 (1913 reviews)
La Roche Drive , Port Elizabeth , ZA

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Clean rooms
Convenient location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Comfort of beds
Noisy location at night
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.63
Some complaints about cleanliness and maintenance.
Service
9.1
Many reviews highlight the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.64
Convenient location near the beach and restaurants, though noisy at times.
Room Quality
7.59
Issues with comfort of beds and dated finishes.
Amenities
8.12
Good amenities but some mentioned missing items such as bar fridges.
Value for Money
8.08
Overall value perceived as fair, but some dissatisfaction with food quality.
Food and Beverage
8.63
Breakfast well-received but some complaints about quality of other meals.
Overall Experience
8.6
Guests had enjoyable experiences despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 04:24

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Garden Court Kings Beach offers a range of luxurious amenities, including an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and a garden.

Delicious Dining Options
Guests can indulge in South African dishes at the on-site restaurant or sip on a cocktail at the bar.

Prime Location
Conveniently situated just 400 metres from Humewood Beach, this 3-star hotel is the perfect choice for travellers looking to explore Port Elizabeth.

Book your stay at Garden Court Kings Beach for a memorable and relaxing getaway.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1913 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.08
Food and Beverage: 8.63
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Tendani • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Hospitality

Cons:

Room service entering without knocking

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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S • couple • za
10
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Warrick • couple • za
7
Cons:

Showers need an update

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
M
Myaesin Naidu • family_with_children • za
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Ntombizandile • family_with_children • za
7
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Nontokozo • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

I had special request which was supported.Their support towards meeting clients needs was excellent

Cons:

I was not allowed to view their cameras in attempt to investigate my lost luggage of which i wasn't certain whether it was left ar the hotel parking lot or was stolen enroute from the hotel to our next destination

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Ursula • solo_traveller • za
10
Exceptional
Pros:

I arrived late so I could not view or experience the entire property and staff except of course at front desk was easy and efficient and my room was clean and fresh. I love that it was at the beach front as someone who is from Gauteng. the breakfast was amazing, lots of options for someone who is on a weight loss journey. I loved my stay a lot even though it was short.

Cons:

nothing

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Zandile • family_with_children • za
6
Pros:

The staff was friendly and great location

Cons:

The bathroom basin tabs need to changed and the shower glass sheet as it led to water leaking to the floor.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
M
Mthethwa • family_with_children • za
9
relaxing
Pros:

Good variety

Cons:

n/a

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Tuludi • solo_traveller • za
2
Pros:

Reception and staff, very professional.

Cons:

The room was very small for my family, on 3quoter beds that was supposed to be double beds, not accommodating kids, all was just so unprofessional and the value of money I paid was not worth what we get. Dirty smelling carpets.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
E
Elgardo • family_with_children • za
5
It was fair
Pros:

Loction

Cons:

TV was poor

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Mahovo • couple • za
10
That best trip ever
Pros:

Best location and best view of beach

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • za
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Vusumzi • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • fr
8
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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David Matome • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Next to the beach ⛱️ friendly staff. Buffet breakfast was good .

Cons:

No lotion, no water provided in the room, only giving 1 bath soap and 1 shower gel for family of 4.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Mokone • family_with_children • ls
10
Simply amazing. My clients and I loved every bit of it.
Pros:

The stay was simply amazing. As a travel agent, I’ve experienced many properties, but Garden Court Kings Beach genuinely stood out. My clients and I absolutely loved our stay, from the warm and welcoming staff to the comfortable, clean rooms and incredible location right by Kings Beach. Breakfast was also very good, with a great variety of options. It’s one of those stays that leaves you struggling to explain just how much you enjoyed it.

Cons:

There was honestly very little to complain about. Everything worked well for our stay. The TV experience could be improved for guests who enjoy streaming or binging, particularly with Bluetooth connectivity. That said, we didn't really need it during our stay, so it didn't take away from the overall experience.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Plaatjies • couple • za
4
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff.
Neat & tidy.

Cons:

Passage & bedroom smelt stuffy.
Warm foods at breakfast was all cold.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Pumeza • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Ronewa • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee