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Southern Sun The Marine

4.0 star property
Immerse yourself in Pollok Beach's laid-back charm. Bask in ocean views from your meal at La Mer or unwind by the pool.

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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.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar

Room options

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Executive King Room with Sea View

Executive King Room with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Loft Apartment with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Loft Room with Partial Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite with Sea View

Presidential Suite with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard King Room - Non Sea Facing

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Premium Room with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Bedroom with Partial Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Suite with Sea View

King Suite with Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Suite

Two Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Summerstrand, a neighbourhood in Gqeberha, Southern Sun The Marine is in the suburbs and near the beach. Bayworld and Museum of Bay World are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Port Elizabeth Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at St. George's Cricket Ground or Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Gqeberha travel guide
Map
39 Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6019

What's nearby

  • Hobie Beach showing general coastal views, rocky coastline and landscape views
    Hobie Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • King\'s Beach showing a beach and general coastal views
    King's Beach
    3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Something Good Roadhouse
    4 min walk
  • Ginger
    19 min walk
  • Panarottis
    18 min walk
  • Primi Piatti
    3 min drive
  • Jacks Bagels
    6 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun The Marine

Upscale hotel located in Summerstrand
A terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Southern Sun The Marine. The on-site restaurant, La Mer, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and meeting rooms
  • A lift, a front desk safe and concierge services
Room features
All 114 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, free infant beds and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Mer

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1955
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A 1 per cent tourism fee will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 250 per room (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

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

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun The Marine?

As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun The Marine on 13 Mar 2026 start from AU$156, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Southern Sun The Marine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Southern Sun The Marine?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Sun The Marine?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Southern Sun The Marine?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Southern Sun The Marine provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 250 per room applies.

Where is Southern Sun The Marine located?

Located in Summerstrand, this beach hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Piet Retief Monument, Hobie Beach and Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Southern Sun The Marine Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 88 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Langton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Teboho at the front desk was incredible with checking me in. I even got a complimentary room upgrade, THANK YOU!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only had a short stay but felt like royalty
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Sea views were mostly hidden behind the salt spray on the windows and even then it was just a glimpse if you stand right at the window. Room was spacious but noise from showers and taps did carry through to the bedrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Emiel

Liked: Cleanliness
The location and the room where nice, the checkin process however was strange. We arrived at 13.00 about an hour before before official checkin and we were told we had to wait until 14.00 which is fine. We got asked to wait in the lobby and returned at 14.00 when we were told the room wasn't ready. They had no explanation or seemed apologetic and just sent us to the lobby again to wait. After another hour around 15.00 the room was ready and we got given the key. Next thing was that the breakfast organization was very clumy for a buffet. Constantly having to keep asking for restock of bread/milk/fruit and things like that.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Black Trek Travel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

value for money

it was a great hotel. right by the beach. The rooms are spacious and clean. The staff is great and friendly. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Shena

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Was very disappointed, the hotel standard is 1star. The lady who came to check the room in the evening, proposed my friend who was in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are great with lovely views towards the sea. We would stay here again but would eat out. The buffet needs to be avoided! Despite being there an hour after the buffet opened the food was either cold or had run out When I said to the chef that the veggies were cold he took one out by hand, felt it and then returned it to the tray! If that’s what is done in public what happens in the kitchen?
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lulama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Feel at home

My stay was superb, I always enjoy staying in this hotel, the staff is amazing, literally everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Zola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely stunning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel

Check in was a bit slow but other than that I cannot fault it. Very pleasant staff, nice breakfast, good location, good rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
a) Die Zimmer sind schön- aber die Fensterscheiben salzverkrustet ...schade b) Das Frühstück könnte mehr frisches Obst anbieten
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is very run down hotel that needs a complete renovation. The internet only works half of the time and even when working it is slow. There is a nice pool, but it only has two deck chairs and closes at 6pm. On the bright side, the staff is fantastic! Everyone is really nice and making the best of bad owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was excellent. Food was good. Only problem was air conditioning leaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb service from the reservations team, special thanks to Tashne who was very patient and efficient in handling all our queries even prior to arrival. Loft suite was lovely though may not recommend it to families with toddlers more for safety reasons. Room service was slower than expected, took almost more than hour to arrive - can be improved. Carpets in room doesn’t feel fresh & clean. Needs much improvement on this one.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel review

Everything was fine. Internet was a bit problematic disconnecting frequently. Otherwise all good
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Melusi

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an amazing experience indeed. Reception staff were friendly and efficient. The only snag was that my confirmation number could not be found though I made payment on 05 April 2018. I had to make another payment for the same period. I was charged twice and still waiting for a refund.

10/10 Excellent

LUIS, Santiago de Chile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grata estadía

Excelente ubicación, personal muy amable

4/10 Poor

Nishat

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My booking was cancelled when I reached your hotel. Upon confirmation I was told it was not paid to although I showed the receptionist proof of bank notification. He said if it does not show that I paid I will have to pay again. The room was not made up example the dustbin was dirty the cups were dirty th bed was not made up. It could have been a mistake on my side but breakfast was not booked. However I paid for breakfast but nothing halal was available. I was told that you don’t accomodate for halal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

kim, usa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Inconsiderate

We had an issue getting to the hotel, due to mud slides in the area where we were traveling, and the hotel refuse to allow us to cancel or refund us. This is so insensitive and inconsiderate! Only in Marriott! This was my first time staying at a Marriott property. I should’ve never thought that Marriott would live up to Hilton standards!! I am a Hilton Diamond VIP member and I will remain, as such!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing room (loft with mezzanine, sea view), but facilities advertised not on par compared to the price you pay: gym, pool etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I think the rooms are very basic . Our first room had a nasty smell and the carpets were quite dirty, the bed was not good. We were given another room which was better , but not amazing. . We went to check out the breakfast buffet, which was terrible. The pastries looked unappetizing as did the fruit . The staff were helpful. Overall a disappointing hotel . I think lots can be done to improve the standards.

8/10 Good

Adriaan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

PE is a very nice Holiday destination.

PE is a very nice place to take a break and to relax. The hotel in general was nice and clean. The staff at the front desk can be trained to at least acknowledge the visitors instead of them all just starring at their computers. The only real friendly people were Charrol- Anne(front desk - very helpful and professional), Kaya (Lounge bar - very polite and friendly) and the cleaners we saw in the passages. I also feel that room rates was slightly overprised especially at that time of the year when the schools has started and there wasn't a lot of guests. I also feel that the rooms can have much better quality coffee. The Ciro coffee presented was not very tasty and the milk also not enough - especially if you look at the room rate. In general we had a blast and enjoyed PE to the full. Thank you.

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wi-Fi Limitado

O hotel é bom, mas a internet oferecida deixa muito a desejar. O Wi-Fi que está incluso na diária é limitado a 500mb e 2 registros. Ou seja, se está viajando com seu marido e tem além do celular um outro dispositivo (computador, iPad, etc), esqueça. Só poderá utilizar um deles. E além de ser apenas um deles, o pacote de dados oferecido é muito pouco também. Além disso, tive um outro problema logo que cheguei. Nos encaminharam para um quarto, como se ele estivesse pronto e ao chegar os travesseiros estavam no chão e a cama desarrumada. Muito desagradável.

8/10 Good

DEBBIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here as an overnight stop off after our flight from London ideal hotel for this. Very good restaurant next door as well

8/10 Good

Adeline, Pretoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice views of the beach

We had a wonderful time, all our needs were catered for, my family will want to use the hotel in future.