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The Guest House Pongola

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Pongola with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Garden
Daily English breakfast (ZAR 95 per person)
Outdoor pool
Garden
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$55
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug

Explore the area

Map
123 Dr Jansen Street, Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal, 3170
  • Pongola Golf Course
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Pongola Shopping Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Mkuze Falls Game Reserve
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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 Single Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

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

Classic Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 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 Single 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

Suite (Elegance)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single 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 Single Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

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

About the area

Pongola

At The Guest House Pongola you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Pongola Golf Course and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Pongola Shopping Center. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Each morning English breakfast is available. .With a stay at this 3-property class Pongola guest house, you'll be 33.2 km (20.6 mi) from Pongola River Bridge.
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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

  • ‪Wimpy - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Steers - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Fishaways - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ntonga Sports Club - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Guest House Pongola

Guesthouse in Pongola with outdoor pool and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Guest House Pongola. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Pongola guest house.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Guest House Pongola offers 12 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, Zulu

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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, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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

Is parking available at The Guest House Pongola?

Yep, The Guest House Pongola has a free self car park.

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

As of 3 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guest House Pongola on 5 Aug 2025 start from AU$55.04, 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 Guest House Pongola have a pool?

The Guest House Pongola has an outdoor pool.

Does The Guest House Pongola serve breakfast?

Sure does, English brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Guest House Pongola?

No, The Guest House Pongola does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Guest House Pongola?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Guest House Pongola's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Guest House Pongola?

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

Is there a golf course on site at The Guest House Pongola?

There isn't one on site, but Pongola Golf Course is a short 17-minute walk away.

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

6/10 Okay

Prof Hetisani Lucky

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan, Sabie South Africa

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Martine

Travelled with group
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

Travelled with partner
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

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.

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