The Kelway Hotel Gqeberha is one of the Eastern Cape’s most characterful, well-positioned, and enduringly popular beachfront hotels and conference destinations — an Art Deco property at Brookes Hill Drive, Humewood, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), directly across from the Bayworld Oceanarium and within walking distance of King’s Beach and Gqeberha’s most popular coastal attractions. A multi-graded 3 & 4-star hotel offering 63 individually furnished rooms, Farriagers Restaurant, a celebrated viewing deck where dolphin and whale sightings are a regular occurrence, the Tanner Conference Room and Tanner Boardroom, and an outdoor swimming pool — The Kelway Hotel Gqeberha has served as the premier accommodation choice in the Humewood/Kings Beach area for decades.

The Setting — Algoa Bay Views & Coastal Character

The Kelway Hotel Gqeberha’s position on Brookes Hill Drive is one of its most compelling attributes:

• Directly across from Bayworld Oceanarium — one of Gqeberha’s most iconic landmarks
• King’s Beach: 950 metres away — a short, flat walk from the hotel
• Gqeberha (PE) Airport: 5 kilometres — transfers available by arrangement
• Shark Rock Pier: 17 minutes’ walk
• Within walking distance of all major Humewood/Kings Beach attractions and beaches
• Views across Algoa Bay from the hotel’s deck and terrace — some of the best coastal views in Gqeberha

The deck and terrace — comfortably seating 100 guests — overlooks Algoa Bay, and dolphin sightings from the deck are a regular delight, with the bay’s resident whale families frequently visible during seasonal migrations.

Art Deco Character & Interior Design

The Kelway Hotel Gqeberha carries genuine architectural character — an Art Deco hotel with a distinctive and warm interior design aesthetic:

• Interior décor combining timber with modern elements
• Seagrass chairs imported from Indonesia — a notable design feature in the restaurant
• Handcrafted tables from Knysna — locally sourced craftsmanship
• A warm and inviting tone throughout, with care given to making guests as comfortable as possible

Accommodation — 63 Individually Furnished Rooms

The Kelway Hotel Gqeberha’s multi-graded room offering caters for all budgets and requirements:

4-Star Luxury Rooms (×36)

• Premium bedding, individually decorated
• Air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi
• 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
• In-room safe, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer, toiletries
• Many with balcony and sitting area with coastal or garden views
• Interleading rooms available in the 4-star section — ideal for families

3-Star Standard Twin Rooms (×25)

• Comfortable, clean, and well-maintained
• All the essentials for business and leisure travellers

Executive Suites / Premier Rooms (×2)

• The most spacious and premium accommodation on offer
• Individually decorated with premium finishes

All Rooms Include

• Free Wi-Fi
• 16-hour room service
• Nightly turndown service
• Daily housekeeping
• Complimentary manager’s reception nightly

Farriagers Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Farriagers Restaurant is The Kelway Hotel Gqeberha’s in-house dining destination:

• Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner daily
• Kids’ meals available — family-friendly throughout
• Diverse menu with extensive wine selection
• Al fresco dining options on the terrace
• Praised for warm, attentive service

The Cocktail Bar:

• Breathtaking views of Algoa Bay
• Signature cocktails and a full drinks selection
• The perfect sundowner spot — especially when dolphins are visible in the bay

Conference & Event Venues

The Kelway Hotel Gqeberha offers two dedicated conference venues for business events:

Tanner Conference Room

• Capacity: 100 delegates
• Fully air-conditioned
• Wi-Fi throughout
• Ideal for presentations, product launches, lectures, and conferences
• In-house catering by Farriagers Restaurant

Tanner Boardroom

• Capacity: 15–16 delegates
• Fully air-conditioned
• Wi-Fi throughout
• Perfect for executive meetings, strategy sessions, and boardroom presentations

Functions Hosted

• Weddings and wedding receptions
• Birthday parties
• Anniversaries and reunions
• Corporate conferences and product launches
• Presentations and lectures

Leisure & Hotel Facilities

• Outdoor swimming pool — ideal for Gqeberha’s warm Eastern Cape climate
• Viewing deck and terrace — seating 100; magnificent views across Algoa Bay; regular dolphin and whale sightings
• Cocktail bar — with Algoa Bay views
• Garden — a relaxing outdoor space
• Laundromat on site — a practical amenity for extended stays
• Secure parking — free on-site
• Dry cleaning and laundry services
• Internet café on site

Location & Accessibility

The Kelway Hotel is located at Brookes Hill Drive, Humewood, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6013.

• 5km from Gqeberha (PE) Airport — transfers by arrangement
• King’s Beach: 950m (walking distance)
• Bayworld Oceanarium: Directly across the road
• Shark Rock Pier: 17 minutes’ walk
• Easy access via major transport routes (N2, M4)
• Check-in: 14:00 | Check-out: 11:00

For conference packages, wedding enquiries, and room bookings, visit the official Kelway Hotel website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What conference facilities does The Kelway Hotel offer?
A: The Kelway Hotel offers the Tanner Conference Room for up to 100 delegates and the Tanner Boardroom for 15–16 delegates. Both venues are fully air-conditioned with Wi-Fi throughout, and in-house catering is provided by Farriagers Restaurant.

Q: How many rooms does The Kelway Hotel have?
A: The Kelway Hotel has 63 individually furnished rooms. The accommodation includes 36 four-star luxury rooms, 25 three-star standard twin rooms, and 2 executive suites or premier rooms.

Q: How far is The Kelway Hotel from King’s Beach?
A: The Kelway Hotel is 950 metres from King’s Beach. It’s a short, flat walk from the hotel to the beach, making it easily accessible for guests.

Q: Can you see dolphins from The Kelway Hotel?
A: Yes, dolphin sightings from the viewing deck are a regular delight at The Kelway Hotel. The deck and terrace overlook Algoa Bay, and the bay’s resident whale families are also frequently visible during seasonal migrations.

Q: Does The Kelway Hotel have a restaurant?
A: Yes, Farriagers Restaurant is the in-house dining destination open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner daily. The restaurant offers a diverse menu with an extensive wine selection, kids’ meals, and al fresco dining options on the terrace.

Q: What room amenities are included at The Kelway Hotel?
A: All rooms include free Wi-Fi, 16-hour room service, nightly turndown service, and daily housekeeping. Guests also receive a complimentary manager’s reception nightly, and the 4-star luxury rooms feature air-conditioning, 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, in-room safe, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer, and toiletries.

Q: Is The Kelway Hotel suitable for weddings?
A: Yes, The Kelway Hotel hosts weddings and wedding receptions. The venue also accommodates birthday parties, anniversaries, reunions, and other special events with in-house catering and conference facilities available.

Q: How far is The Kelway Hotel from Gqeberha Airport?
A: The Kelway Hotel is 5 kilometres from Gqeberha (PE) Airport. Airport transfers are available by arrangement with the hotel.

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