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The Woodpecker Inn

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse with a golf course and free breakfast

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2 bars/lounges

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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43 Emfuleni Avenue, Garsfontein Drive, Pretoria, Gauteng, 81
  • Place, Netcare Pretoria East Hospital
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Time Square Casino
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Menlyn Park Shopping Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Twin Room

  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Twin Room

  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Pretoria

The Woodpecker Inn places you next to Woodhill Golf Estate and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Woodlands Mall. This 7-room, 5-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a golf course, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Woodhill Golf Estate - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Netcare Pretoria East Hospital - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Time Square Casino - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Menlyn Park Shopping Centre - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • University of Pretoria - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Food Lover's Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Plato Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪WCafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Woodpecker Inn

Luxury guesthouse with a golf course and free breakfast
Guests staying at The Woodpecker Inn enjoy access to a golf course, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this luxury guesthouse include meeting rooms, a business center, and a terrace.
TVs come with satellite channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Balconies, sitting areas, and minibars are also available.
Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily
  • 2 bars/lounges

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 11 and younger (only guests older than 11 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Woodpecker Inn Pretoria
Woodpecker Pretoria
Woodpecker Inn
The Woodpecker Inn Pretoria
The Woodpecker Inn Guesthouse
The Woodpecker Inn Guesthouse Pretoria

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near The Woodpecker Inn?

This guesthouse in Pretoria is within a 10-minute walk of Woodhill Golf Estate and Woodlands Mall. You'll also find Time Square Casino and Menlyn Park Shopping Centre within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Woodpecker Inn?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Woodpecker Inn on Nov 2, 2025 start from $137.76, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Woodpecker Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does The Woodpecker Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The Woodpecker Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Woodpecker Inn?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Woodpecker Inn a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool, 2 bars, and a golf course.

Are there hot tubs at The Woodpecker Inn?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Woodpecker Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Woodpecker Inn offers free English breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does The Woodpecker Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Woodpecker Inn.

Does The Woodpecker Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from The Woodpecker Inn?

The closest major airport to The Woodpecker Inn is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), which is 26.5 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), which is around 25.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Woodpecker Inn?

Yes, every accommodation at The Woodpecker Inn comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or golf course views.

The Woodpecker Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Takaidza

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantabulous location and superb breakfast. The staff was also brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tinus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

FGK

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

PD Swart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jaco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Gaborone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

I really enjoyed my visit at The Woodpecker Inn. The staff was attentive and kind. Registration and departure was easily accomplished. I loved having breakfast on the verandah each morning overlooking the golf course.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

lovely stay

The woodpecker is a lovely guest house on the golf course, so you are able to go for a walk or a run easily, very tranquil setting and totally safe The staff are lovely and really helpful especially Nomsa, who always does extra things, as I arrived late from a flight in the evening and she had left me some cake out for my return Breakfast on the terrace is very peaceful Will def be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely stunning!!!