Purple Olive Guest House

Suburban guesthouse in Pretoria with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Escape to the charming Purple Olive Guest House in Wonderboom, where a warm welcome awaits. Savor continental breakfast, unwind by the outdoor pool or fireplace in the lobby and enjoy international cuisine at Restaurant.
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Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Babysitting
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Reception fireplace
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (#11) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (#11) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (#11) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (#11) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (#11)

Very good

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Family Quadruple Room (#12) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Family Quadruple Room (#12) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Quadruple Room (#12) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Quadruple Room (#12) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Family Quadruple Room (#12)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
68 Ray St, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0182

What's nearby

  • Wonderboom Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Lion & Safari Park - 40 min drive - 49.3 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 45 min drive - 63.3 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 45 min drive - 63.3 km
  • Montecasino - 46 min drive - 62.3 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 56 min drive
  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boston BBQ - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Arrow Ridge Spur Steak Ranch - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Eat In Italian - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Upstairs oasis - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Purple Olive Guest House

Purple Olive Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Pretoria. Guests can splash around at the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Fireplace in reception
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 119
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 50 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts cash.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Purple Olive Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Purple Olive Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Purple Olive Guest House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Purple Olive Guest House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Purple Olive Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Purple Olive Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at Purple Olive Guest House?

No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Time Square Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Purple Olive Guest House and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guest house's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Purple Olive Guest House?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.

Does Purple Olive Guest House have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Purple Olive Guest House like?

Purple Olive Guest House is in Wonderboom, a short 1-minute walk from Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve.

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Purple Olive Guest House Reviews

7.8

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

7.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

My stay was amazing and awesome.
Bheki, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The reception, securityand cleanliness was top notch.
Lyson, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly and we did receive warm welcome
Phillistus, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was comfortable to sleep here
Andrew, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The bathrooms need a serious upgrade. You have to call for them to open and close the gate which means you are not really free to enter and exit. Wifi is super slow and constantly disconnects
Nyaradzo, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

I booked online got a confirmation and the drove 34 km from where i was when i get to the hotel they told me that they r fully booked and they ddnt see my booking and they dont know the agency that i have used...had to look for other place to sleep
Regina, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Not bad. Could improve
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Gerhard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

MELL, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

MELL, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Zinhle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Natalie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

10-night trip

8/10 Very good

10-night trip

8/10 Very good

2-night trip