Summerstrand
The main beachfront district, with seafront hotels, the boardwalk complex and easy access to the beaches. A popular, relaxed base a short drive from St George's Park.
- Best for
- Beachfront stays
ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027
Where to stay in Gqeberha for the Cricket World Cup 2027
Gqeberha's fixtures are at St George's Park, right in the middle of the city and a short walk from the sea. It's a compact place, so the choice mostly comes down to whether you'd rather wake up by the beach or in the old centre.
Last verified: 24 July 2026. Venue-specific fixture dates are omitted until the ICC confirms the full schedule.
The venue
St George's Park
St George's Park, in what used to be Port Elizabeth, is the oldest Test ground in the country. It's known almost as much for the brass band that plays through the day as for the cricket. Both the centre and the beachfront are close by.
Where to stay
Recognised areas to stay in Gqeberha
The areas below are established places to stay, covered without ranking them or recommending specific hotels. Choose the one that best matches how close you want to be to the cricket and the kind of trip you want.
Central & the historic core
The area around St George's Park itself, with characterful guesthouses and heritage streets within easy reach of the ground.
- Best for
- Being closest to the cricket
Humewood & Richmond Hill
Humewood combines beach proximity with a range of hotels, while nearby Richmond Hill is known for its restaurants and small guesthouses.
- Best for
- Dining and a balance of beach and centre
Getting around
Airport and transport
- Nearest airport
- Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ). The city's airport is only a few kilometres from central Gqeberha and the beachfront, making transfers short and simple.
- Getting around
- Everything here is close, the airport included, so transfers rarely take long. Ride-hailing and metered taxis cover the day-to-day. A car helps only if you want to follow the coast out of town.
- Season
- This stretch of the Eastern Cape coast is mild in spring, cooled by the sea breeze. October and November are comfortable, with the occasional properly windy day thrown in.
For route-by-route detail on reaching the host cities, see the flights guide.
Timing
Booking and cancellation
Because the ICC has not yet confirmed the full match schedule, the safest approach is to favour flexible, free-cancellation rates so you can hold a place now and adjust once fixtures and tickets are announced. Non-refundable rates are cheaper but carry that risk while dates are unconfirmed.
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