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The Guest House Pongola

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool
Aerial view
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Daily English breakfast (ZAR 95 per person)
Terrace/patio
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Breakfast available
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  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Housekeeping
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  • Laundry
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  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

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123 Dr Jansen Street, Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal, 3170
  • Popular LocationPongola Golf Course17 min walk
  • Popular LocationPongola Shopping Center3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPongola River Bridge32 min drive

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Room options

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Twin Room (2) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room (2)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Suite (Elegance)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Pongola

The Guest House Pongola places you within a mile (2 km) of Pongola Golf Course and Pongola Shopping Center. This 12-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Pongola Golf Course - 17 min walk
  • Pongola Shopping Center - 3 min drive
  • Pongola River Bridge - 32 min drive
  • Mkuze Falls Game Reserve - 60 min drive
  • Jozini Dam - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Spur Grill & Go - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fishaways - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Guest House Pongola

Comfortable guesthouse with outdoor pool and restaurant
Guests of The Guest House Pongola enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. A stay here includes free parking. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services and tour or ticket assistance. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 95 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 95 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant 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

Guest House Pongola Hotel
Guest House Pongola
Guest House Pongola Guesthouse
The Pongola Pongola
The Guest House Pongola Pongola
The Guest House Pongola Guesthouse
The Guest House Pongola Guesthouse Pongola

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The Guest House Pongola?

This guesthouse is located in Pongola within a short 17-minute walk of Pongola Golf Course. Pongola Shopping Center is also within a driving distance of 1.4 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at The Guest House Pongola?

As of Jun 21, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guest House Pongola on Jul 1, 2024 start from $52.49, 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 there parking available at The Guest House Pongola?

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

Does The Guest House Pongola include a casino on the premises?

No, The Guest House Pongola doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Guest House Pongola?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Guest House Pongola?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a restaurant plus some accommodations include kitchenettes.

Does The Guest House Pongola have a hot tub?

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

Does The Guest House Pongola have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Guest House Pongola serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Are there connecting rooms at The Guest House Pongola?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at The Guest House Pongola?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a balcony or a patio.

The Guest House Pongola Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. Great Breakfast
The team were very friendly - it felt very homely. Breakfast is great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan, Sabie South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fine, except for one or two small problems
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
I and my wife enjoyed the stay . the room and the soroundings were perfect for our weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

8/10 Good

Gavin

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

8/10 Good

Rothwell

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Martine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Une bonne adresse sur la route de Johannesburg
Très agréable séjour avec un acceuil sympathique Nous avons eu une grande chambre avec deux lits jumeaux comme nous l avions demandé Comme d habitude thé café avec une grande bouilloire Nous avons pu faire réchauffer nos plats et dîner dans la salle à manger. La piscine a été réouverte pour nous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jewgenij

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WiFi Signal war sehr schlecht. Ansonsten war alles gut.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022