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Featuring water sports facilities and views of pool, Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA is a recently renovated guest house located in Johannesburg, 6.1 km from Parkview Golf Club. Wellness packages and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. The accommodation provides spa facilities, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms. Certain units in the guest house have private entrance and are equipped with desk and wardrobe. Some of the units include a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. At the guest house, some units are fitted with a coffee machine and wine or champagne. There is a coffee shop and lounge. Guests can make the most of the garden, outdoor swimming pool and yoga classes on offer at the guest house. Guests at Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA will be able to enjoy activities in and around Johannesburg, like hiking. The accommodation features a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. Sandton City Mall is 11 km from Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA, while Gautrain Sandton Station is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Lanseria International Airport, 24 km from the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Pamela
    South Africa South Africa
    The property was spotless and had all the facilities that we needed.
  • Nasheem
    South Africa South Africa
    Impeccably clean, comfortable, safe, and secure. Spacious and well maintained. Perfect location. Friendly and inviting ambience..
  • Esther
    South Africa South Africa
    The setting was an absolute sanctuary for our family. My mom went for a very high risk surgery and our stay the day before the operation was very calming and our lovely hosts made us feel cared for and loved on a level that I have never felt from...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Darrenwood Guesthouse

Company review score: 9.5Based on 61 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Shalom Lindhorst-Grays and Grant Lindhorst, welcome you to the newly renovated Darrenwood Guesthouse, where it is our hope that you will fine your stay comfortable, well-serviced, friendly with a touch of luxury. We have put every effort to think of what guest might need, and if there is anything more required we are here to make sure you have a wonderful stay. Our place is 100% solar powered and fully WIFI.

Property information

Situated in the secure, leafy suburb of Darrenwood, Randburg. TheGuesthouse was established more than 20 years ago, and has been a sanctuary for many regular guests, local and international. Who like style, comfort and value for money with a touch of luxury and privacy, over the years. *Now 100% Solar powered, fast-speed fibre WIFI, SPA facility, optional breakfast / dinner service available. We offer affordable luxury, comfort for all our business and leisure guests to enjoy non-stop power and other facilities throughout the day and night. Whether you are visiting Johannesburg on business or leisure, we understand your needs, and hope to make your stay memorable. Darrenwood Guesthouse offers newly renovated accommodation that is eco-friendly and solar powered. It is set in a quiet crescent, situated in the middle of a large tranquil garden boasting a swimming pool, terraces, gardens and beautiful bird-life. Book Now and enjoy a little luxury.

Neighbourhood information

Darrenwood Guesthouse is centrally located and close to business districts such as Randburg, Rosebank, Emmerentia, Parkhurst and Sandton. Shopping centers Cresta Mall, Ferndale on Republic Mall and the newly built Rosebank Mall and Eateries, are just a few minutes drive away, as is the popular Carvers restaurant and Fairview Golf Course.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Massage chair
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:30 and 05:00

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 21. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

12 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 250 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 05:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that check-in must be strictly before 20:00.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 05:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA

  • Check-in at Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA include:

    • Double
    • Family

  • The prices at Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Happy hour
    • Head massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Foot massage
    • Movie nights
    • Yoga classes
    • Bicycle rental
    • Back massage
    • Swimming Pool
    • Full body massage
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Couples massage
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Hand massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Massage chair
    • Neck massage

  • Darrenwood Guesthouse & SPA is 6.2 miles from the centre of Johannesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.