The African Penguin Guesthouse

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.3

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The African Penguin Guesthouse in Pretoria offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, minibar, and free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace, enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, and explore the lush garden. The property features a restaurant serving South African cuisine, a bar, and an outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a lounge, indoor play area, and free on-site private parking. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including a buffet, à la carte, full English/Irish, and gluten-free. Warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits are served to start the day. Prime Location: Located 8 km from Pretoria Country Club and 12 km from the University of Pretoria, the guesthouse is also close to Rietvlei Nature Reserve and Union Buildings. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Loyilane
South Africa South Africa
“I liked everything, the hospitable and friendly staff from when I arrived until checkout. The breakfast was really scrumptious...the place is just a home away from home”
Nomsa
South Africa South Africa
“It was my second stay at Penguin, and I will definitely return. It is value for money. The receptionist is always full of positive energy. Everything, the rooms and bathrooms, are spacious. The outside is very neatly taken care of”
Jullie-ann
South Africa South Africa
“The Place was spacious, clean, and very comfortable”
Petunia
South Africa South Africa
“Was received by Sandile, and he was a great host throughout my stay. Very friendly and attentive The rooms are clean. There was a power cut but didn't notice cos their generator kicks in immediately The breakfast 😋😋😋 Will definitely be booking...”
Cya
South Africa South Africa
“The was a water issue that affected their area, and they managed to communicate with us and let us know. On top of that, they provided us with water”
Caroline
South Africa South Africa
“The breakfast was amazing! Staff was very nice and rooms beautiful.”
Dewald
South Africa South Africa
“It was the perfect accommodation with very reliable and friendly staff. Scrumptious breakfast!!!”
Naomi
South Africa South Africa
“Lovely overnight accommodation with easy access to key locations.”
Susara
South Africa South Africa
“Nelly was very accommodating. Rooms are clean and well equipped.”
Samuel
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent establishment, keep up the great service”

Managed by The African Penguin Guesthouse and Conference Centre

Company review score: 9.3Based on 147 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We have been established since 2015, we only have this establishment at the moment. We are a very intimate team, an establishment run by young African women, we have made our establishment a home away from home for our guests, and accommodates all age groups of people, with our in-house chef, our guests are going to enjoy our meals and really feel at home. if they wanna have a braai, we are also there for them, On hot sunny days we have a pool to cool them off.

Property information

Every room tells its own story, and we are proud of the City of Pretoria, the moment you enter our establishment, you will know the history of Pretoria, from our reception, and conference rooms up to the bedrooms. our in-house chef will make our guests' taste buds go wild in a sweet way. Oh!! somewhere in the hallway, we have a beautiful grand piano. we give an experience of a life time.

Neighbourhood information

We are in a safe area of Pretoria East in Garsfontein, closer to malls like Menlyn Mall and other big well-known malls in the city, we are also close to a number of hospitals. we are a few km drive to the following nature reserves: Zita Park, Faerie Glen Nature Reserve, and Moreleta Kloof Nature Reserve.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Portuguese,Zulu

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Splashes Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.