Travel | 10 Jan 2018 | By Sun International
Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World is a hive of activity in Port Elizabeth. Drawing local and international visitors alike, we’ve rounded up the 10 best reasons to visit this entertainment hub in
South Africa’s friendliest city...
1. Location, location, location!
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17th Avenue, Moffett on Main Lifestyle Centre, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World Imagine falling asleep to the roaring crash of the Indian Ocean and followed by a bountiful buffet breakfast. The five-star Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World is a family-friendly, beachfront hotel in Port Elizabeth that offers 140 luxury, sea-facing hotel rooms and suites.
One of the top reasons to visit the Boardwalk is its ideal location in Port Elizabeth. Situated along the Golden Mile in the coastal suburb of Summerstrand, the hotel and casino has the Blue Flag-awarded Hobie Beach on its doorstep and is situated close to popular Port Elizabeth attractions. Part of the
Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, the Friendly City is known for its well-kept beaches with regular dolphin sightings being one of the many popular Port Elizabeth points of interest.
2. Stylish accommodation in Port Elizabeth
Visiting the Boardwalk means you get to live like royalty with your own spectacular sea views and 24-hour room service. The magnificent hotel includes 140 luxury rooms and suites and a Presidential Suite for special vacations and occasions. This stylish Port Elizabeth accommodation features an
indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a Camelot spa, access to world-class entertainment and a 24-hour casino.
3. Hit the slots!
As the only licensed casino in the city, you’ll never have to ask, “What to do in Port Elizabeth?” again! Whether you’re a high roller or a first-time gamer, the Boardwalk caters for everyone with hundreds
of slots and a wide variety of table games including American Roulette, Blackjack, Poker and Baccarat.
4. Family-friendly fun
Travelling to the Eastern Cape with children? That’s an excellent reason to visit the Boardwalk!
From ten-pin bowling, adventure golf and go-karting to the latest arcade games and family flicks,
the Boardwalk offers an assortment of activities for the whole family! Affordable and fun, these kid-friendly activities in Port Elizabeth make for a great day out with the kids.
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5. Upmarket conferencing
Are holidays in PE mainly working holidays for you? Is your company looking for a flexible exhibition space or small conference venue in Port Elizabeth? Home to the International Convention Centre, the Boardwalk offers a wide selection of adaptable meeting rooms and conference venues in Port Elizabeth Summerstrand. And when all the work is done, delegates can unwind and enjoy all the entertainment
at the Boardwalk or take a short stroll on the beach – did we mention that it’s across the road from the hotel!
6. Let us entertain you!
From comedy and music to special Port Elizabeth events, entertainment at the Boardwalk is all about world-class productions and variety. Host to many famous local and international acts, catch all the
latest shows at PE’s entertainment mecca!
7. Dining delights
Greek, Italian, Mediterranean, Asian and South African. Whatever your palette’s preference, the restaurants at Boardwalk cater for all tastes and budgets – from fine dining at Kipling’s Brasserie
and exotic Asian cuisine at Yi Pin to family-friendly favourites at Col’Cacchio and Red Rock Spur.
Looking for a Nelson Mandela Bay venues to host a special occasion? Indulge over high tea at the
Lobby Lounge, one of the Boardwalk’s best-kept secrets!
8. Raising the bar
Whether you’re in the mood for a chilled afternoon G&T or an after-dinner liqueur, the Boardwalk has
a variety of bars to suit your mood. The Bravo Bar (situated inside the casino) is where sports fans meet
to catch the latest game and, if you’re following the craft beer trend, the Charter Club specialises in homegrown PE brews. The upmarket Tshawe Bar is the Boardwalk’s signature cigar lounge and is the perfect place to savour your favourite Cognac.
9. Shop ’til you drop!
With its plethora of retail, dining and entertainment venues in Port Elizabeth, the Boardwalk is a great all-round place for shopping. From fashion and jewellery to books and local crafts, if retail therapy
is calling, the Boardwalk should definitely be on your list of places to visit in Port Elizabeth.
10. Spa la la!
In the mood for some pampering? Camelot Spa offers a range of beauty and body treatments in a tranquil and serene setting. It’s also one of the only spas in Port Elizabeth that offers a holistic approach to wellness through its selection of rejuvenating therapies. If time is limited, Hairspray is an express
Port Elizabeth spa that will leave you feeling fabulous in a flash!
With these 10 compelling reasons to visit the Boardwalk, we hope we’ve inspired you to experience
the many fun and fabulous things to do in PE. For more information on local attractions or holiday accommodation in Port Elizabeth, visit the Boardwalk on Facebook and Twitter.
Beachfront Accommodation in Port Elizabeth for Families, Tourists and Business Travellers
Imagine discovering luxury beachfront accommodation in Port Elizabeth that is as friendly and welcoming as the city that it calls home.
Set along the Golden Mile in Summerstrand, The Boardwalk Hotel offers premier luxury accommodation in Port Elizabeth only a short walk from the Blue Flag-awarded Hobie Beach. All 140 sea-facing hotel rooms enjoy unrivalled views over the Indian Ocean, and offer Port Elizabeth accommodation that is conveniently positioned in easy reach of the city’s most popular attractions and activities.
With a colourful seafaring history that dates back to 15th Century Portuguese explorer Bartholomeu Dias, Port Elizabeth’s charming coastal atmosphere has been elegantly captured at The Boardwalk hotel. From its classic Victorian architecture to its grand musical fountain, The Boardwalk is one of Port Elizabeth’s luxury beachfront hotels that offers all the creature comforts of a premier luxury hotel while still retaining the Friendly City’s famous spirit of playfulness. This is Port Elizabeth accommodation that feels like home.
Imagine watching dolphins at play in the bay from the private balcony of your luxury sea-facing hotel room in Port Elizabeth.
Each of the luxuriously appointed sea-facing hotel rooms at The Boardwalk enjoy uninterrupted ocean views, and offer sumptuous premier luxury comfort for tourists, families and business travellers visiting South Africa’s Friendly City. If you’re looking for beachfront accommodation in Port Elizabeth in walking distance to the swimming beaches at Summerstrand, The Boardwalk hotel is ideally positioned along the Golden Mile where a host of family-friendly and outdoor activities are available. But if you’d prefer to stay in for the day, relax at the indoor and outdoor pools or at the pool deck overlooking the beachfront.
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Corporate travellers looking for convenient Port Elizabeth accommodation have access to a full range of business amenities at The Boardwalk, including free WiFi and a business centre. If you want to burn the midnight oil in the privacy of your room, our spacious beachfront hotel rooms come standard with a writing desk and coffee machine.
Foodies, enjoy free buffet breakfast at Kipling’s Brasserie, or eat out at one of the excellent restaurants near your beachfront accommodation at The Boardwalk.
Voted One of the Top Hotels in South Africa
Voted in the Top 25 Hotels in South Africa in the TripAdvisor 2015 Traveller’s Choice Awards, The Boardwalk offers premier luxury hotel accommodation in Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth. Situated close to the beach and Bayworld Oceanarium, The Boardwalk is the perfect holiday accommodation for families. And with its unrivalled conference, meeting and convention centre facilities, it’s the ideal choice for corporate travellers looking for convenient Port Elizabeth accommodation. With a world of entertainment available on your doorstep, enjoy a wide range of children’s activities at the Nu Metro cinema, shops and arcade. The Boardwalk Casino is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with hundreds of slot machines and a variety of tables.