Southern Sun The Marine

Gqeberha beach hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Dates

November 2025

27

December 2025

Presidential Suite with Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Perched on Pollok Beach, Southern Sun The Marine offers a serene escape with an ocean-view restaurant, La Mer. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or by the pool as you enjoy dry cleaning/laundry services and access to a nearby health club.

Very good

Popular amenities

Airport transfer
Bar
Gym
24/7 front desk
Pool
Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
24-hour fitness center
Room service
24-hour business center
Business center
Meeting rooms
Airport shuttle
Terrace
24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace

$101 nightly

Nov 28 - Nov 29

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 27 - Nov 28

Tomorrow

Nov 28 - Nov 29

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Executive King Room with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/tub combination

Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Loft Apartment with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/tub combination

Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Loft Room with Partial Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/tub combination

Partial sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Presidential Suite with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/tub combination

Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard King Room - Non Sea Facing

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/tub combination

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Premium Room with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/tub combination

Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Two Bedroom with Partial Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/tub combination

Sea view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King Suite with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/tub combination

Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Two Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shower/tub combination

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool
Airport transfer
Free parking
Free WiFi

$77 nightly

Dec 5 - Dec 6

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

39 Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6019

What's nearby

Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Hobie Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
King's Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 12 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

‪Something Good Roadhouse - ‬4 min walk
‪Angelos | Café | Shark Rock - ‬2 min drive
‪Barney's Tavern - ‬2 min drive
‪De Kelder - ‬6 min walk
‪Charlie's Pizza & Pasta - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun The Marine

Southern Sun The Marine is a great choice for your beach stay in Gqeberha, putting you near activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a 24-hour fitness center. Offering ocean views, La Mer serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 114 rooms
- Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

- No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free secured onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Onsite parking limited

Transfers

- Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

What to do

Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Conference space

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 1955
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Closed captioned TV
Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Free bottled water

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe

Special features

Dining

La Mer - Overlooking the ocean, this buffet restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Fee & policy details

Optional extras

Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 150 per room (roundtrip)

Policies

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Marine Protea Hotel

Protea Hotel Marine Port Elizabeth

Protea Marine

Protea Marine Port Elizabeth

Protea Hotel Marine Port Elizabeth/Summerstrand

Protea Hotel Port Elizabeth

Southern Sun The Marine Hotel

Southern Sun The Marine Gqeberha

Southern Sun The Marine Hotel Gqeberha

Protea Hotel by Marriott Port Elizabeth Marine

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Sun The Marine offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Southern Sun The Marine does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Southern Sun The Marine?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Southern Sun The Marine?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Southern Sun The Marine?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Southern Sun The Marine?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 150 per room roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Southern Sun The Marine?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Southern Sun The Marine?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Southern Sun The Marine and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center.