Petra Lodge — Hotel in Gauteng

This hotel is adequate for an overnight stay near the airport. Free shuttle departs on the hour to the airport. The hotel grounds are beautiful at night. The manager, the porters, and the restaurant staff couldn't be more helpful. The aircon was cold and the water was hot. ||||The food from the restaurant was okay. I ate outside because the restaurant was hot and stuffy.||||However, the "high speed wifi" promised at the airport went up and down the whole time. It was impossible to get any work done. It was so bad that the reception had a hard time printing receipts at check-out time. I was also told the hotel was in an area with restaurants, shops. There is nothing around. But If you ask to be taken in the shuttle to the restaurants, the receptionist lets you know, "We will charge you."||||They advertise a spa but when I tried to make an appointment, I was told the cosmetologist was busy with the children. ||||The room was nice but the curtains would not close, thereby inviting the sun into my room at...

This guesthouse is conveniently located a 10-minute drive from OR Tambo International airport. An interesting aspect of this guesthouse is the decor/ painting of the outer walls of the various buildings located on the property. More like an Italian/Moroccan theme which gives it a different overall feel. The rooms are comfortable, clean and neat and each with its own private bathroom. Amenities includes a bar fridge, kettle, coffee cups and glasses should one bring your own beverages and other treats. For guests staying overnight or for longer periods, a nice size swimming pool is available to relax, and a covered Lapa area with comfortable chairs where you can laze around as well as enjoy a 'Hubbly Bubly'/ Sheesha pipe which is available upon request. The guesthouse is operating 24/7 with friendly staff to assist with your specific requirements. A further benefit is its overall affordably in a highly competitive environment. Breakfast is available by prior...

I had a 12 hour layover in Johannesburg International Airport and I was not about tonsit on the bench there for twelve hours. So I asked around and that was the least expensive place to stay overnight at the last moment. So I booked it with reluctantcy. It was definitely not five star bit beggers can't be choosers. The room was ok and I had to turn the toilet valve on and off because it would keep running. And the young girl who was the desk receptionist slash cook was very nice but a but forward to ask me if I was going to tip her at the beginning of the meal. It reminded me that I was back in Africa. All that aside I was desperate and was not unhappy with the service and the incredible courtesy. That the entire staff gave me. In conclusion if I am in that same predicament I would stay there. Also the staff went all out to make stay a...