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The Woodpecker Inn

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A two-story building with a sign reading "The Woodbaker Inn."
Presidential Room
A spacious room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a chandelier, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.
Presidential Room
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

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43 Emfuleni Avenue, Garsfontein Drive, Pretoria, Gauteng, 81
  • Place, Woodlands Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodhill Golf Estate
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Moreleta Kloof Nature Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Double Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Single Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Presidential Room

Presidential Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room

Executive Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room

Executive Room

  • Golf view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room

Executive Room

  • Golf view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Pretoria

A luxury stay in Pretoria awaits you at The Woodpecker Inn. Within steps you'll find Woodhill Golf Estate and you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Netcare Pretoria East Hospital. Highlights at this guest house include 2 bars/lounges, a golf course and an outdoor swimming pool. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and a fireplace in the lobby. Each morning a free English breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Pretoria guest house include Woodlands Mall and Menlyn Park Shopping Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Woodlands Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Woodhill Golf Estate - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Moreleta Kloof Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Menlyn Park Shopping Centre - 14 min drive - 7.4 km
  • UNISA - 24 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WCafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪O'Galito - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Plato Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Food Lover's Market - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Woodpecker Inn

The Woodpecker Inn offers its guests a golf course and an outdoor pool. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. The luxury The Woodpecker Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Pretoria guest house.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2004
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Woodpecker Inn offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily
  • 2 bars/lounges

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Woodpecker Inn

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Woodpecker Inn Pretoria
Woodpecker Pretoria
Woodpecker Inn
The Woodpecker Inn Pretoria
The Woodpecker Inn Guesthouse
The Woodpecker Inn Guesthouse Pretoria

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Woodpecker Inn?

Yep, The Woodpecker Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Woodpecker Inn?

As of 29 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Woodpecker Inn on 13 Aug 2026 start from AU$158, 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.

Does The Woodpecker Inn have a pool?

The Woodpecker Inn has an outdoor pool.

Does The Woodpecker Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, free English brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Woodpecker Inn?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Woodpecker Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Woodpecker Inn?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Woodpecker Inn?

Yep, The Woodpecker Inn has an 18-hole golf course. A clubhouse and a golf pro shop are also available.

The Woodpecker Inn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Takaidza

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantabulous location and superb breakfast. The staff was also brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Loved it

I really enjoyed my visit at The Woodpecker Inn. The staff was attentive and kind. Registration and departure was easily accomplished. I loved having breakfast on the verandah each morning overlooking the golf course.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

lovely stay

The woodpecker is a lovely guest house on the golf course, so you are able to go for a walk or a run easily, very tranquil setting and totally safe The staff are lovely and really helpful especially Nomsa, who always does extra things, as I arrived late from a flight in the evening and she had left me some cake out for my return Breakfast on the terrace is very peaceful Will def be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely stunning!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tinus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FGK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

PD Swart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019