Newton Park
Gqeberha
Visit Newton Park
Popular places to visit
King's Beach
Play among the waves in the Indian Ocean, ride waterslides, watch surfers and visit an aquarium at this beach close to Port Elizabeth’s city center.
Market Square
Take a walk around this lively city center square to discover the fascinating architectural heritage and historical monuments of Port Elizabeth.
Hobie Beach
Swim, surf or scuba dive at this popular and family-friendly Port Elizabeth beach, known for its diverse marine life, scenic parks and entertaining festivals.
Kragga Kamma Game Park
Embark on superb wildlife experiences from the comfort of your own car. Enjoy guided safaris and nature walks at this owner-operated reserve.
Sardinia Bay Nature Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Sardinia Bay Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Gqeberha. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Bayworld
Learn about South Africa’s natural and cultural history while spotting playful penguins, curious invertebrates and sharks at this family-friendly marine park.
Things to do
2hr Guided Game Drive at 10h00; Kragga Kamma Game Park Ticket
Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River
Guided Marine Walk: Sardinia Bay (Marine Protected Area) - 1 & Half Hour
Port Elizabeth Adventure: Tuk-Tuk, Penguins, & Cape Recife
Top hotels in Newton Park
Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth
The Capital Boardwalk
"The hotel is situated at a prime location with great amenities within walking distance."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Boardwalk Hotel
"The bath was so decadent"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport
"Location was good the idea was tom have a rest after 30 hours flying and pick up our rental car from the airport the next day. Even thou this is a very large hotel our room was situated on top of the gigantic commercial extractor fan system,them the noise was constant. If you are using this booking ..."
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Road Lodge Gqeberha
"The room was kept clean, but general maintenance was lacking. Bedside table had a huge blob of some clear resin or glue and laminate peeling/missing. The TV in the room was tiny and because of how it was mounted the screen faced at an upward angle making viewing in bed impossible. There were loads ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
The Paxton Hotel
"Beautiful hotel in a beautiful location, just across the highway from the bay. The view was nice but it was of the dock for the big ships so it wasn't just nature, but rather of the workings of a big port. Although you could turn to the right and see the open ocean. We were very very lucky and were ..."
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Where to stay in Newton Park
Summerstrand
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Summerstrand. A stop by The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World or Hobie Beach might round out your trip.
Walmer
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walmer and surrounding area, you can visit Port Elizabeth Golf Club and Walmer Park Shopping Centre.
Port Elizabeth Central
While visiting Port Elizabeth Central, you might make a stop by sights like Port Elizabeth City Hall and Market Square.
Humewood
Waterfront views and beaches are notable features of Humewood. You might consider stopping by South End Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
New Brighton
New Brighton might not have many top sights, but Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and Newton Park Swimming Pool are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
