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SA20 2027 — Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
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9 Jan – 14 Feb 2027 · Cricket

Hotels for SA20 2027 — Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

At St George's Park, Gqeberha running 9 Jan – 14 Feb 2027. 63 hotels within 3km — book close and make a trip of it.

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About SA20 2027 — Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Franchise T20 in the middle of a South African summer, played to a crowd that treats the cricket as one part of a much longer day out. The ground sits close to the water and catches a breeze the seamers enjoy rather more than the batters expect. Expect big hitting, a full house for the marquee fixtures, and something closer to a festival than a Test match.

Where to stay nearby

Port Elizabeth is the only real base for this fixture, sitting just a kilometre from the ground itself, so getting to and from the match is straightforward whichever part of town you choose. With 196 hotels in our catalog, there's a wide spread of options from budget stays to more comfortable choices, and most visitors simply pick based on proximity to the seafront or the city centre. A short taxi ride or a walk is usually all that's needed on match day, and the town itself offers plenty to fill the hours before a Saturday evening start.

Port Elizabeth — about 1 km away

Port Elizabeth is effectively on the doorstep of St George's Park, just 1km away, making it the obvious choice for event-goers. With 196 hotels across all price ranges and neighbourhoods, you'll find options to suit any budget; a short walk or taxi ride gets you to the venue within minutes.

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The closest hotels to St George's Park

63 within 3km — the nearest 12 shown. Tap any hotel or search to see live availability and prices for your dates.

23 On Glen Guest House

23 On Glen Guest House

23 Glen St, 6001

0.1km away

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18 on sherlock

18 on sherlock

18 Sherlock Street

0.2km away

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B's Place

B's Place

12 Cooper Street Richmond Hill

0.3km away

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Affordable Luxury Apartment

Affordable Luxury Apartment

5 Doncaster Road

0.6km away

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10 on Cape Self Catering Apartments

10 on Cape Self Catering Apartments

10 Cape Road

0.6km away

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Cosy Carlisle

Cosy Carlisle

2 Carlisle Street

1.0km away

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Kirknewton

Kirknewton

20 Hazelhurst Road

1.0km away

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King George's Guest House

King George's Guest House

2 King George Road, 6001

1.0km away

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36 Mount Road Guesthouse and Self Catering

36 Mount Road Guesthouse and Self Catering

36 Mount Road Mount Croix

1.2km away

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GreenHouse CABIN

GreenHouse CABIN

58 Mount Rd

1.2km away

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GreenHouse APARTMENT

GreenHouse APARTMENT

58 Mount Road

1.2km away

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Hallack Manor

Hallack Manor

29 Hallack Road, St Georges Park

1.2km away

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History

SA20 launched in January 2023 and has become a summer highlight, and in Gqeberha — long known as Port Elizabeth — it is played at one of the most storied grounds in the game. St George's Park is South Africa's oldest international cricket ground, established in 1882, and staged the country's first Test in 1889; it is famous the world over for the brass band that plays through the day and the boisterous, good-natured atmosphere it helps create.

The home side, the Sunrisers Eastern Cape, are the league's early dynasty, having won the first two SA20 titles in 2023 and 2024. Gqeberha sits on Algoa Bay along the Sunshine Coast, a gateway to Addo Elephant National Park and a string of fine beaches. Stay near the beachfront at Summerstrand or in the city centre close to the ground, and book early for match days, as the Eastern Cape turns out in force for its team.

Records & quirks

  • St George's Park is South Africa's oldest international cricket ground, established in 1882, and staged the country's first Test in 1889.
  • The ground is famous for the brass band that plays throughout matches.
  • The Sunrisers Eastern Cape won the first two SA20 titles, in 2023 and 2024.
  • Gqeberha, formerly Port Elizabeth, sits on Algoa Bay and is a gateway to Addo Elephant National Park.
  • SA20 launched in January 2023 and is contested by six franchises.
  • The 2027 tournament is the fifth season of the league.

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