Dangerous!!! We arrived yesterday at 20:00 and the manager said to us that there is no electricity and there is a noise from their generator in the rooms. We could not stand loud and permanent mechanical noise and have requested new rooms. The new rooms were more quiet, there was a heater and electricity. However, at 22:00 the staff of the guesthouse switched off his own generator and there was no electricy, no heating, no hot water the whole night till 6 a.m. when they switched it on again! The temperature was 3 degrees Celsius above zero and we could not sleep, suffered of the extreme cold in the room. We were dressed with wool hats on. We feel terrible and think that a damaged was caused to us by the actions of the guesthouse. They have not cancelled the booking and have not notified us in advance. We were helpless at night! We have never booked an extreme cold room with no heating, no hot water and no electricity! This was...
Read moreDangerous! We arrived yesterday at 20:00 and the manager said to us that there is no electricity and there is a noise from their generator in the rooms. We could not stand loud and permanent mechanical noise and have requested new rooms. The new rooms were more quiet, there was a heater and electricity. However, at 22:00 the staff of the guesthouse switched off his own generator and there was no electricy, no heating, no hot water the whole night till 6 a.m. when they switched it on! The temperature was 3 degrees Celsius above zero and we could not sleep, suffered of the extreme cold in the room. We were dressed with wool hats on. We feel terrible and think that a damaged was caused to us by the actions of the guesthouse. They have not cancelled the booking and have not notified us in advance. We were helpless at night! We have never booked an extreme cold room with no heating, no hot water and no electricity! This was...
Read moreThe Hyde Park Villas represent superior value for money. Set in the upscale neighbourhood of Hyde Park, in Johannesburg, this establishment provides 5 star guest rooms. The rooms and bedding are of superior quality and decorated in fine contemporary taste. The proprietor is on hand to personally serve a scrumptious breakfast. The grounds of the establishment are tranquil. Oh and did I mention the decently stocked honesty bar? Hyde Park Corner is a walking distance. Rosebank Mall likewise, is an Uber or Gautrain bus away. All in all, I had a most enjoyable and pleasant stay at the establishment and would not hesitate to recommend it to other travellers. The price paid for the superior quality of the rooms represents true...
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