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Cnr of 5th Ave and Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Summerstrand, 6001 Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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Reviewed: September 23, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: September 15, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewLocation and 2 beds suite
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Dear Tamara, Thank you for your feedback, and for taking the time to write about your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Marine soon! Kind regards, Silindokuhle Nomavayi Front Office Manager
Reviewed: September 15, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewI had a roof over my head for 4 nights
They refused to upgrade our room, but they upgraded for people who paid R7000 and we paid R9242. We could not get get small things like water in our rooms The AC was not working
Dear Rebecca, Thank you for your feedback, and for taking the time to write about your visit. We are so sorry we could not assist with an upgrade this time. Kind regards, Silindokuhle Nomavayi Front Office Manager
Reviewed: September 15, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: September 15, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewBed was more than comfortable and their breakfast worth the money.
Their carpet is not clean especially for person who has sinus. Still using old furniture and isn't worth the money they charge.
Dear Nonkululeko, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay at Southern Sun The Marine. Please accept our apologies for the poor experience. Your concerns have been noted and will be addressed with the relevant Head of Department to ensure that we correct these mistakes as we continue to strive for service excellence. Kindest regards, Cassandra Gayapursat General Manager Kindest regards, Cassandra Gayapursat General Manager
Dear Nonkululeko, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay at Southern Sun The Marine. Please accept our apologies for the poor experience. Your concerns have been noted and will be addressed with the relevant Head of Dep… Show more
Reviewed: September 14, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewThe place is clean. Staff is friendly.
The food. They can do much better with the food.
Dear Karabo, Thank you for your valued feedback. Your comments have been noted and will be addressed accordingly with the relevant Head of Department. Thank you Cassandra Gayapursat General Manager
Reviewed: September 14, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: September 10, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe facilities and service was great
I was very satisfied
Dear Cindy, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay at Southern Sun The Marine. We are truly pleased that you had a great stay. Kindest regards, Cassandra Gayapursat General Manager
Reviewed: September 9, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewlocation
breakfast was ordinary
Dear Imraan, Thank you for your feedback, and for taking the time to write about your visit. We value your feedback and will endeavor to do better next time. Kind regards, Silindokuhle Nomavayi Front Office Manager
Reviewed: September 9, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewI liked the: - Sea views. - Fresh breakfast - Easy access location
Dear Mandla, Thank you for your valued feedback. Kindest regards, Cassandra Gayapursat General Manager
Reviewed: September 9, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewSmells devine when you walk in and staff was helpful and friendly
The TV system was old they need to have streaming services even if its 1 channel.
Dear Noluthando, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay at Southern Sun The Marine. We are pleased that you had an exceptional stay and hope to welcome you back soon. Kindest regards, Cassandra Gayapursat General Manager
Dear Noluthando, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay at Southern Sun The Marine. We are pleased that you had an exceptional stay and hope to welcome you back soon. Kindest regards, Cassandra Gayapursat General Manage… Show more
Reviewed: September 8, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were super friendly.
Dear Sanam, Thank you for your valued feedback. Kindest regards, Cassandra Gayapursat General Manager
Reviewed: September 8, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewLocation
Carpets are dirty Curtains can fall anytime Breakfast was horrible
Dear Xolisile, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay at Southern Sun The Marine. Please accept our sincerest apologies for the disappointing stay. Your comments have been addressed with the relevant Head of Department so that the necessary remedial action is taken to rectify these shortcomings. Thank you for drawing this our attention as it assists us to acknowledge and rectify our mistakes as we continue to strive for service excellence. Kindest regards, Cassandra Gayapursat General Manager
Dear Xolisile, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay at Southern Sun The Marine. Please accept our sincerest apologies for the disappointing stay. Your comments have been addressed with the relevant Head of Department s… Show more
Reviewed: September 8, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewExceeded our expectation, rooms were spacious it felt like home.
Dear Olwethu, Thank you for your valued feedback. We are truly pleased that you had an exceptional experience and hope to welcome you back soon. Kind regards, Cassandra Gayapursat General Manager
Reviewed: September 7, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: September 6, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: September 5, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: September 5, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: September 4, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewPar excellent service