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African Roots Guest House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Polokwane with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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African Roots Guest House offers a quiet sanctuary near the airport. Guests enjoy an English breakfast and relax on the sunny terrace. The property provides high-speed WiFi throughout, and the outdoor pool features comfortable loungers and shade umbrellas.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Double Room

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
58a Devenish Street, Polokwane, Limpopo, 0699

What's nearby

  • Polokwane Art Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Irish House Museum - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tom Naude Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Polokwane Lifestyle Centre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Van Zyl Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Polokwane (PTG-Polokwane Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Falcon Rock Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

African Roots Guest House

Guest house near the airport
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden at African Roots Guest House. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with conference space and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and barbecues
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shampoo
  • 54-cm LED TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 689 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 54-cm LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

African Roots Guest House Hotel Polokwane
African Roots Guest House Hotel
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African Roots House Hotel
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African Roots Guest House Guesthouse
African Roots Guest House Guesthouse Polokwane

Frequently asked questions

Does African Roots Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at African Roots Guest House?

As of 9 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at African Roots Guest House on 10 Dec 2025 start from AU$119.69, including 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 African Roots Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at African Roots Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at African Roots Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at African Roots Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does African Roots Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM-6:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 300 per vehicle applies.

Where is African Roots Guest House located?

Situated near the airport, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tom Naude Park, Van Zyl Park and Polokwane Art Museum. Polokwane art park and Irish House Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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African Roots Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always nice to return to this Guesthouse
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short notice business trip and was happy to find one of my favorite Guesthouses in Polokwane available for booking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jannine

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

Fantastic place to rest.

It's safe, clean and well situated. This is my second stay and I will keep coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Part of a longer business trip and will return again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jannine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is beautiful with so much to offer after a long day. The staff are fantastic, big smiles and eager to assist wherever possible. the room was huge, clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat

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

Perfect

What a real gem. We only stayed one night on our way to Kruger. From reception to the person sweeping the grounds we were treated excellent. Breakfast was great and definitely plentiful. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

VINCENT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La gentillesse du personnel a notre egard
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great services. Excellent food. Comfortable bed. I highly recommend this place to anyone traveling to Polokwane.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Elsebie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KABELO

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KABELO

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bishanji

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tinofa

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024