The SAUHMA 2027 Conference will be hosted at a premier oceanfront venue, offering world-class facilities and breathtaking views.
Experience the perfect blend of scientific excellence and coastal tranquility.
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The Beach Hotel
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The SAUHMA Conference 2027 will be hosted at the iconic Beach Hotel, situated on the beachfront of Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) in South Africa's beautiful Eastern Cape.
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Overlooking the Indian Ocean and the renowned Hobie Beach, the Beach Hotel offers an exceptional conference setting that combines modern facilities with spectacular coastal views. Its central location provides delegates with convenient access to the city's airport, restaurants, beachfront promenade, and many of Gqeberha's leading attractions.
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The conference venue features comfortable meeting facilities, excellent audiovisual capabilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, secure parking, and a range of accommodation options, allowing delegates to stay on site and enjoy easy access to all conference activities.
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Known as the "Friendly City," Gqeberha offers visitors a unique blend of warm hospitality, beautiful beaches, wildlife experiences, and outdoor activities. Delegates are encouraged to extend their stay and explore nearby game reserves, marine attractions, nature reserves, and the scenic Garden Route.
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Whether attending for scientific exchange, professional development, or networking with colleagues, the Beach Hotel provides an ideal environment for the SAUHMA Conference 2027, combining a relaxed coastal atmosphere with a professional conference experience.
Contact
the beach hotel
The Beach Hotel is conveniently located on Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), making it easily accessible by air, road and public transport.
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By Air
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) is located approximately 10 minutes from the Beach Hotel. The airport offers regular daily flights connecting Gqeberha with Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, making travel straightforward for delegates from across South Africa and abroad.
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By Road
The Beach Hotel is situated along Marine Drive in Summerstrand and is easily accessible from all major routes into Gqeberha. Complimentary on-site parking is available for hotel guests, with additional parking nearby for conference delegates.
Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, 6000, South Africa
+27 41 583 2161 (The Beach Hotel)
+27 41 502 3050 (Reservations)
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bring your spouse
turn your conference into a coastal getaway
Why not make the most of your trip to Port Elizabeth and enjoy a well-deserved getaway together?
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SAUHMA 2027 is perfectly positioned to combine world-class scientific education with a relaxing coastal holiday. While delegates attend the conference, accompanying partners can explore the many attractions, restaurants, beaches and experiences that Nelson Mandela Bay has to offer.
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All delegates will have access to the Nelson Mandela Bay Pass, providing exclusive discounts and special offers at a wide range of attractions, activities, restaurants and tourism experiences throughout the metro. Whether you enjoy wildlife, beautiful beaches, fine dining, history, adventure or simply relaxing by the ocean, there is something for everyone.
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Many delegates choose to extend their stay before or after the conference, making SAUHMA 2027 the perfect opportunity to combine continuing professional development with quality time away together.
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We warmly encourage delegates to bring their spouses or partners and experience everything Nelson Mandela Bay has to offer.
