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The Guest House Pongola

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Pongola with outdoor pool and restaurant

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The Guest House Pongola offers a peaceful garden setting with a playground for families. Guests enjoy convenient dry cleaning services, an on-site restaurant, in-room WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a barbecue area for relaxation after exploring the surroundings.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$61
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
123 Dr Jansen Street, Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal, 3170

What's nearby

  • Pongola Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pongola Shopping Center - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mkuze Falls Game Reserve - 61 min drive - 47.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ntonga Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Spur Grill & Go - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Guest House Pongola

Property highlights
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a playground at The Guest House Pongola. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and barbecues
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 95 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 95 per person

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Guest House Pongola Hotel
Guest House Pongola
Guest House Pongola Guesthouse
The Pongola Pongola
The Guest House Pongola Pongola
The Guest House Pongola Guesthouse
The Guest House Pongola Guesthouse Pongola

Frequently asked questions

Does The Guest House Pongola have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Guest House Pongola?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guest House Pongola on 12 Nov 2025 start from AU$60.64, 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.

How much is parking at The Guest House Pongola?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Guest House Pongola?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Guest House Pongola?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Guest House Pongola located?

Situated in Pongola, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pongola Golf Course and Pongola Shopping Center. Pongola River Bridge and Mkuze Falls Game Reserve are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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The Guest House Pongola Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martine

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

Une bonne adresse sur la route de Johannesburg

Très agréable séjour avec un acceuil sympathique Nous avons eu une grande chambre avec deux lits jumeaux comme nous l avions demandé Comme d habitude thé café avec une grande bouilloire Nous avons pu faire réchauffer nos plats et dîner dans la salle à manger. La piscine a été réouverte pour nous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jewgenij

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WiFi Signal war sehr schlecht. Ansonsten war alles gut.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

enrico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ho fatto un solo giorno come tappa intermedia dopo tante ore passate a guudare.Sono stato accolto veramente bene...avevo anche sbagliato il giorno di prenotazione ma il ragazzo è stato gentile ed ha risolto tutto!! La camera era fornita con tutto il necessario( aria condizionata tv a cavo possibilità di preparasi te caffè) materasso comodo.Consigliato!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Colin

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

Friendly staff. Great Breakfast

The team were very friendly - it felt very homely. Breakfast is great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Hotellets bekvämlighet

Bra, trånga men mysiga rum. En mycket trevlig dam som ägde stället
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Andreas

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

Sicher und sauber

Wir haben zu Dritt nur für eine Zwischenübernachtung gebucht, können daher zur Umgebung und zum Service nicht viel sagen. Wir waren aber zufrieden, das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis war sehr gut.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fine, except for one or two small problems
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tr

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

Fantastic

I and my wife enjoyed the stay . the room and the soroundings were perfect for our weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Bonne halte

Personnel arrangeant, calme, piscine Besoin de réserver à l'avance si on souhaite manger sur place

6/10 Okay

Prof Hetisani Lucky

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan, Sabie South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

8/10 Good

Gavin

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

8/10 Good

Rothwell

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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