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Gecko Garden B&B is located in the eastern suburb of Edenvale, 10-15 minutes drive from the airport. We stayed there as it was just around the corner from our friends house. Our stay didn't get off to a good start... we arrived, got out of the car, and as we were saying hello to the owners their dog bit Alex on the hand! We didn't think it was too serious a bite, but we were understandably angry, and concerned about infection. The owner, Pat, was shocked, saying that the dog (Shadow, a white Alsatian) had never bit anyone before. She accompanied us to the local medical centre, bossing doctors around and paying all expenses. After that excitement we went back to the B&B and checked into our room. We had been allocated the "Pond Room" at the rear of the building. Initial impressions were fairly good - a large bed, spacious room, huge TV and big bathroom. We weren't so impressed when we asked where the key to the room was and were told that there wasn't one - the door didn't lock. In a place with so much security like Johannesburg we found this very strange.
When we came back to the room later that evening we discovered that the bathroom smelt very musty and the shower cubicle was pretty mouldy. But best of all we realised that at night, when we had the light on, you could see straight into our room through the flimsy curtains!! Thankfully the bed was comfortable, though we received a 5.20am wake up call from a small bird that started tapping on the window, and did so for the 3 nights we stayed! A continental breakfast was served on the patio over-looking the garden - we found the food more generous on the morning that the owners weren't there. Speaking of the owners, they were very friendly and I reckon they could talked for hours if you gave them the chance :-/ But whatever you do, watch out for that dog! We paid R500 per night in Nov 2007 Leave a Comment Theme: Bed and BreakfastPrice: US$20-40 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: 6 Columbus Avenue, Eastleigh Ridge, Edenvale, JohannesburgPhone: +27-11-4520327Directions: Located east of central Jo'burg, just 10-15 minutes drive from the airportWebsite: http://www.wheretostay.co.za/geckogarden/
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| | | | Ingwenya Country Escape: Wedding and Conference complex, north of Jo'burg | Tip Rating: Satisfaction: | | | | |
Ingwenya Country Escape is located about a 40 minute drive north-west of Johannesburg. It is a wedding and conference centre which is situated on an attractive estate by the banks of the Crocodile River. We stayed there for one night as it was the venue for our friends wedding. There is hotel style accommodation, along with a VIP Guesthouse. A couple of restaurants, a bar, conference centres, reception halls, golf course, and a swimming pool with separate children's play area, are the main facilities on offer. There is also a lovely open-air riverside chapel, where our friends got married. The hotel staff were very friendly, though it was a bit chaotic at check in, and several of the wedding guests were unable to get into their rooms until much later than promised. When we did manage to get into our room we discovered that there was no water. It seemed to be a problem for the whole wing of the hotel we were in, and was resolved after about 40 minutes.
Our room was an 'Executive' room, though we were a little disappointed. There was no outside window - just a window that looked into the inner corridor. And the (concrete) floor was pretty dirty. Oh well, the bed was comfortable and the room was a good size….shame the bathroom sink leaked, but those extra towels came in handy to mop it all up. A buffet breakfast was included in our room rate (R700, Nov 2007), though it wasn't too appetising to be honest, and there were lots of flies buzzing over the fruit and pastries. I know I haven't painted the best picture, but Ingwenya is quite a nice place, I think I just had too high expectations. Leave a Comment Theme: HotelPrice: US$40-80 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: 46 Elandsdrift Road, MuldersdriftPhone: +27 11 659 0466Directions: Refer to website for detailed directionsWebsite: http://www.ingwenya.com
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| | | | Holiday Inn Sandton, Katherine Street: My first stop | Tip Rating:   Satisfaction: | | | | |
Whenever I go back to South Africa for holiday, my first stop is always the Holiday Inn, Katherine Street. I always stay at this hotel when visiting Johannesburg, as its my favourite. You are ensured a nice stay from the moment you encounter the friendly check in staff. The rooms are very stylishly decorated and fully equipped with everything you will need making you feel right at home.
Located in Sandton which is a very exclusive area of Johannesburg, and set in very attractively landscaped gardens, and only a short drive from the upmarket and fashionalble Sandton City, Village Walk and Sandton Square shopping complexes. Relax outside by die pool on the terrace having some food and drinks from the restaurant and cocktail bar. As a regular visitor to this establishment I would thoroughly recommend this to anybody. Leave a Comment Theme: HotelPrice: US$120-180 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: 115 Katherine Street, Sandton, 2146Phone: (011) 884-8544Directions: From the M1 northbound or southbound take the Grayston Drive turnoff. From there take the Katherine Street turnoff and the hotel will be approx 1km up Katherine Street. . Its got big beige walls around the sides, making it easy to spot.Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com Other Contact: hisandtoncity@southernsun.com
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