Boardwalk International Convention Centre
Overview & Capacity
The Boardwalk ICC is Nelson Mandela Bay's flagship - the only purpose-built international convention centre in Gqeberha, 3,000-plus square metres for up to 1,700, sitting inside a Sun International resort four kilometres from the airport. That integration is the pitch: delegates sleep in the on-site 5-star hotel, the casino and spa handle downtime, and the ICC's own kitchen and AV run the sessions. Published day-conference rates make budgeting quick. B&W books it for any Bay brief over 400 where scale and a turnkey resort experience matter more than a bespoke shell.
B&W Production Notes
- High - the only dedicated international convention centre in Gqeberha, full AV and in-house banqueting
The Bay's only real convention centre. Resort, casino and airport all on one site - the automatic call above 400 pax in Gqeberha.
Suitable For
What we like
- The only international convention centre in Gqeberha (3,000+ m2, to 1,700)
- In-house chef and full AV
- On-site 5-star hotel, casino and spa, minutes from the airport
What to confirm
- Per-hall banquet/cocktail breakdowns
- Exhibition floor sqm
- Amphitheatre/outdoor capacity
- Whether casino-side conferencing books separately
Amenities & Facilities
Rates & Packages
Varies by room and setup selected.
Day-delegate rates: R610 per person full-day (3 tea breaks) / R550 per person half-day (2 tea breaks), 2026. Rates include lunch (buffet or à la carte), conference water, mints, notepads and pens, main-venue hire, waitron service, wifi, standard tables and chairs, crockery, air-conditioning and free underground parking. Excludes linen for extra tables / cabaret-banquet setups, stage and AV, dedicated wifi, soft drinks, setup-day costs and breakaway / boardroom costs. Venue hire ranges R2 500–R40 000 depending on the room. Rates supplied by the venue, September 2026 — confirm current pricing on enquiry.
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Frequently asked questions
Q.How many guests can Boardwalk International Convention Centre accommodate?
Boardwalk International Convention Centre in Gqeberha caters for events from around 10 up to 1700 guests, depending on your layout and the spaces you book. Our team confirms the exact capacity for your event type when we handle your enquiry.
Q.Where is Boardwalk International Convention Centre located?
Boardwalk International Convention Centre is located in Summerstrand, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. B&W Productions arranges full event production here, from AV and staging to décor and catering coordination.
Q.How much does it cost to hire Boardwalk International Convention Centre?
~R495 half-day / R550 full-day conference package. Pricing varies with your date, guest numbers and inclusions, so confirm current rates when you enquire — B&W Productions can put together a full costed proposal for your event.
Q.Does Boardwalk International Convention Centre offer catering and accommodation?
Catering — Yes - dedicated ICC kitchen. Accommodation — Yes - onsite 5-star Boardwalk Hotel (140 rooms).
Q.What types of events is Boardwalk International Convention Centre best suited to?
Boardwalk International Convention Centre works well for Premium conferences, gala banquets, launches and incentive events with on-site 5-star accommodation and entertainment. The Bay's only real convention centre. Resort, casino and airport all on one site - the automatic call above 400 pax in Gqeberha.
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