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The Woodpecker Inn

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse with golf course and free breakfast

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Front of property - evening/night
Interior detail
Reception
2 bars/lounges
View from property

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar

Explore the area

Map
43 Emfuleni Avenue, Garsfontein Drive, Pretoria, Gauteng, 81
  • Woodhill Golf Estate
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Woodlands Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Netcare Pretoria East Hospital
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Twin Room

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Twin Room

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Twin Room

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Room

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Pretoria

A luxury stay in Pretoria awaits you at The Woodpecker Inn. You'll be within steps of Woodhill Golf Estate and within a short 5-minute stroll of Woodlands Mall. 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 Netcare Pretoria East Hospital and Menlyn Park Shopping Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Woodhill Golf Estate - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Netcare Pretoria East Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Time Square Casino - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Menlyn Park Shopping Centre - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • University of Pretoria - 12 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Die Bos Restaurant and Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thunder Valley Spur - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Food Lover's Market - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Woodpecker Inn

Luxury guesthouse with golf course and free breakfast
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.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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

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

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

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
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, 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.

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

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 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Woodpecker Inn on 7 Mar 2025 start from AU$142.14, 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

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Takaidza

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

10/10 Excellent

Tinus

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

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

FGK

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

8/10 Good

PD Swart

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

10/10 Excellent

Louis

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

10/10 Excellent

Jaco

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Gaborone

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jako

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