Those of you who often travel to and from Jozi, the “City of Gold”, for a one to two day stay, will know that there are a variety of cost effective guest houses and self-catering accommodations to choose from along the way. If, however, you’re staying for longer time period due to a conference or a family visit, then check out some of the stunning places you could unwind in each evening:
Lush, manicured gardens are your first sight of Haswell Guest House, a beautiful property that dates back to 1913. The warm hospitality provided by the owners will ensure that you don’t lack anything, and their consistent offerings of tea and coffee during the cooler months, along with some tasty cakes and treats, have led to many a guest exclaiming how at home they felt. Their guesthouse is the perfect intimate setting for a weekend away and with only three guest rooms on-site, you’ll have plenty of privacy.
The Hadeda Suite is decked out with African influences, characterised by warm tones and rich colours, complete with a fireplace for chilly winters, and an en-suite bathroom with a large shower and separate bath. The Garden Suite takes a page from the orient with whites and greens being the predominant colour scheme; it has a king-sized bed, a private patio, and a complimentary robe and slippers. The Jacaranda Suite leans to the exotic, with a colour palate from the Middle East and plenty of hand-painted details. The king-sized bed has only 100% percale cotton linen on it, and the shower under the stars is a recommended experience while here. Find out more.
Once a miner’s country retreat, Highland View Executive has been transformed into a classical and cosy guest house, which expertly blends classical and contemporary décor and designs to give guests a luxurious but homey feel. As they are only 15 minutes away from O.R Tambo Airport, guests can enjoy a lie in before their morning flights. The on-site restaurant has chef Nonhlanhla in charge, who provides tasty and tempting cuisines, though if you’d prefer to dine elsewhere, there are several other great restaurants within the area. The shared lounge has a shabby-chic old English feel to it, and the fireplace is a blessing in the cooler winter months.
The suites on offer each have an en-suite bathroom with a quartz stone bath reputed to help guests regain a sense of balance and ease all tensions, as well as a large separate shower. The rooms have double or queen-sized beds fitted with percale linen, air-conditioning or fans, and televisions with either DVD players or DStv. Find out more.
This classy 4-star guesthouse is set within the Sandton CBD, providing easy access to the business centre, Morningside and Sandton clinics, as well as Hyde Park and several shopping malls. The green indigenous garden is often visited by birdlife. The sparkling pool is perfect for those warmer days, while the Jacuzzi is the ideal spot for the cooler autumn and winter months. Inside the guest house, you’ll find a well-stocked library where you can curl up with a novel of your choice, or you can choose to relax in the bar and lounge area, which have views over the Northern Suburbs.
With only six rooms available, you’ll enjoy personalised attention. The chic black and white colour scheme that characterises the house is continued into all of the rooms, which each have their own splashes of colour. Tea and coffee stations are placed within all rooms, as are televisions, cupboards, and desks. Find out more.
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