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The Willow Inn

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse in Benoni with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool
Front of property
View from room
Fireplace
Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Outdoor pool
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Casino shuttle
  • Shopping centre shuttle
  • Train station pick-up service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Reception fireplace
Feel at home
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
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About the area

Map
1 Ambleside Avenue, Lakefield, Benoni, Gauteng, 1501

What's nearby

  • Benoni Lake Golf Course - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lakeside Mall - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Wild Waters - Boksburg - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • East Rand Mall - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Emperors Palace Casino - 13 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 13 min drive
  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) - 69 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 37 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 40 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pickup (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Indianapolis Spur - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dros - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Ambrosia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Willow Inn

Adjacent to a golf course, The Willow Inn is a great choice for a stay in Benoni. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights at this Tudor guest house include 2 outdoor tennis courts, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 7 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site extended parking
  • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
  • Train station pickup*

Off-site

  • Shopping centre shuttle*
  • Casino shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness centre
  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 180 per vehicle (one way)
  • Train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Casino shuttle and shopping centre shuttle services are offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Outlook Benoni
Outlook Lodge Lakefield Benoni
Outlook Lodge Benoni
Outlook Lodge Benoni, Africa
Outlook Lodge Benoni Africa
Outlook Lakefield Benoni
Outlook Lakefield
Outlook Lodge
The Willow Inn Benoni
Outlook Lodge Lakefield
The Willow Inn Guesthouse
The Willow Inn Guesthouse Benoni

Frequently asked questions

Does The Willow Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Willow Inn 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 The Willow Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Willow Inn?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Willow Inn?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Willow Inn?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 180 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Willow Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at The Willow Inn?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Carnival City & Entertainment World (11-min drive) and Emperors Palace Casino (13-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Willow Inn and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. 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 The Willow Inn?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Willow Inn like?
The Willow Inn is located a short 13-minute walk from Benoni Lake Golf Course.

The Willow Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, very clean.
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

The telephone number doesnt work and nobody answered the door
1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

mellanie, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely spot. Staff very friendly. Only drawback is no elevator to get to second floor.
George, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Bad, bad very Bad and spooky
When we arrived, there was no button to let them know we are there. I've drive around the corner, and up and down in the street, don't know how to get in. No visible signs. The place is very dark and spooky. The staff was not friendly, I was so disappointed. This place will never see me again. Please take it off your website.
Amelia, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Stay away
Carpet dirty. Tap in bathroom broken. No hot water. Pouring rain yet had to get out of car to press intercom as phone was not answered. No bottled water in room. No milk. Ricoffee and cremora!
Martha, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable accommodation
Staff most friendly and accommodating. Conveniently situated.
Estelle, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

Convient stop for airport
Old lodge, nice people, but could use some updating. Great service shuttle to & from airport. Within gated community, safe, but on noisy side road. Great wild bird sanctuary near by for a walk. Food only ok, coffee poor.
Lynne, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

It had a very homey feel and a great place just to relax and regroup after being on a nine day Safari. I absolutely loved the fact that our whole bed pad was heated which felt great on my tired joints and muscles from all the hiking. I was able to have my clothes washed. We did enjoy strolling around the bird sanctuary. It was very convenient and close to the airport. If my goal was to visit Joannasburg every day it would have been a little remote for that. Possible but a good 45 minutes traffic pending. Overall, a great place that worked for our plans in the area.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Helgard, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The cutest hotel near OR Tambo
What a great find! The service was lovely, and the room was very cozy with everything you could want for a few-nights stay. Also, I appreciated how clean and new the place felt. And the hotel is in a very secure neighborhood. I would be thrilled to go back to this hotel!
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place
Heather, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Such a nice and beautiful place. The staff was helpful and the service was great. The food was amazing and the whole thing was so affordable. Felt very safe and comfortable here.
Hanna, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charlie, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A gem
Excellent service, comfortable bed, soft linen, amazing breakfast. However, he internet was slow, almost non-existent.
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very social and hospitable
Supper and breakfast time was a time to meet people from other countries if guests felt like it. The host was very helpful especially navigating the transport system and it wasn't about money. I booked for 9 days and left to go to Durban, I expected to pay for my suppers which were not included in my booking only breakfast was included. The host Francois would not accept payment for the 3 dinners I had had when I offered to pay. He just went above and beyond my expectations. We all need good people when we are away from home.
Stella, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great guest house
Great place to stay, safe and near the airport. The staff and owner of the house were very kind and friendly. The service was excellent in general.
Alejandra , 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice secure and clean lodge
Francois made our stay enjoyable. The accomodation was relaxing and clean. The lodge is in a secure area so you always felt safe. A recognised pickup and drop off for the safari companies and only 8-9 kms from airport. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
Ian, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay
Nice accomodation and great host. Room spacious and clean
Ian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Second time, just a good as the first.
If you are looking for somewhere away from those boring hotels and are looking for something a little more friendly, look no further. We have stayed here twice now and it is great. Francois is so welcoming and nothing is a problem. The environment is very comfortable and the food is excellent. Try this out I can't speak highly enough about Outlook Lodge.
Katy , 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Worth a Stay
The Lodge was totally satisfactory with the best parts being the terrific service and excellent food. The breakfast, which came with the room, was abundant and quite tasty. The optional dinner was excellent with the wine complementary. The bedroom was adequate for a night or two stay but did not have Wifi (excellent coverage in the public area, however). The bed was of the full size, not quite the comfort of other lodges in which I have stayed. All in all I was very pleased.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great way to start trip
My wife and I stayed here our first night in South Africa. We chose it as it was close to the airport, but not at the airport. It also offered a convenient jumping off point for our drive to Kruger on day two. Our room was spacious and very nice and Francois was very friendly and a pleasure to talk to. Before the tip, the lodge was very accommodating in setting up a day tour for us to see a few sites in Johannesburg. If we ever pass through again, we'll certainly stay here.
Verified Hotels.com guest review