Where to stay in Pretoria

Nelson Mandela statue in Pretoria. Photo: Harald Thiele / flickr

From urban-chic city centre hotels to glamping on ancient territory and country-style lodges in tranquil city suburbs, Pretoria offers accommodation for any travel budget and style. Check out a few suggestions here:

Hotels

If on-site amenities and privacy are what you’re looking for when choosing accommodation, then staying at a hotel is your best option. Hotels tend to offer fabulous amenities such as room service, swimming pools, restaurants and bars, gyms and personal concierge services. Here are a few options for hotels in :

The Blades

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Pretoria Menlyn

Sheraton Pretoria Hotel

Bed & Breakfasts

Bed and breakfast establishments are a popular choice for many when it comes to accommodation. You’re allowed private rooms and ensuite bathrooms and a delicious breakfast in the morning. Some B&B’s even offer hotel amenities like a swimming pool and all-meal food services. Here are some options for Bed & Breakfasts in :

Castello Di Monte

The Rasmus

Birdwood Guesthouse

Self-catering

Self-catering accommodation is perfect for those who want ultimate freedom and privacy wherever they’re staying. Usually in the form of entire houses, apartments or chalets, self-catering allows you total run of the place, including cooking, cleaning and use of any facilities. These are some options for self-catering accommodation in :

Greenwoods Self-Catering

Menlyn Apartments

Absolute Farenden

Camping

Staying outdoors amongst fauna and flora, under the stars and sky has huge appeal for many – especially in beautiful South Africa! Whether you’re glamping or really want to rough it, camping really allows you to appreciate all that Mother Nature has to offer. Here’s a few options for camping spots in :

Sibani Lodge

Cast and Catch

Ruah Park

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