Cricklewood Guesthouse, Pretoria - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

193 Albert Street, Pretoria, South Africa, 0181

Cricklewood Guesthouse, a 5-star Tuscan-style property in the heart of Waterkloof, features period architecture and antique furniture centuries old, alongside three outdoor pools and comprehensive business facilities.

Premium Individual Rooms

All 58 individually furnished rooms at Cricklewood Guesthouse include premium bedding, laptop-friendly workspaces, air conditioning, and bathrobes. Each unit features a private bathroom with shower, satellite TV, minibar, and tea-making facilities.

International Dining Options

The restaurant serves African, American, Argentinian, Australian, Asian, and South African cuisine through both buffet and à la carte options. A bar/lounge offers local and international beers and cocktails.

Business & Leisure Facilities

Cricklewood Manor provides a business center, conference facilities, and meeting rooms. Outdoor activities include access to 18 holes of golf, while three swimming pools offer on-site recreation.

Central Waterkloof Location

Located 5 minutes from Pretoria's central business district, the property sits 0.5 miles from Fort Klapperkop Heritage Site and 0.5 miles from Klapperkop Nature Reserve. Brooklyn Mall is 0.5 miles away, offering retail and dining options.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Apartment

Max:

2 persons

43 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Air conditioning

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One-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

2 persons

45 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Balcony

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Standard Queen Room

Max:

3 persons

32 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Pretoria 3.7 km

Airports

Wonderboom (PRY) 24.8 km

O.R. Tambo International (JNB) 45.4 km

Train

Pretoria Station 4.9 km

Queenswood Train Station 6.9 km

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

Free Wi-Fi
Car park
Concierge desk
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

Sports & Fitness

Tennis court

Guest Parking

Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service

Dining

Breakfast
Restaurant

Children

Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

Swimming pool

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

193 Albert Street, Pretoria, South Africa, 0181

Map view

193 Albert Street, Pretoria, South Africa, 0181

City landmarks

Park

Groenkloof Nature Reserve

3.0 km

Park

Jan Celliers Park

1.2 km

Park

Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary

1.4 km

Park

Magnolia Dell

2.3 km

Zoo

National Zoological Gardens of South Africa

6.4 km

Brooklyn Shopping Centre

1.4 km

Mall

Brooklyn Mall

1.1 km

Nieuw Muckleneuk Trim Park

1.4 km

Public Building

Swiss Embassy

1.4 km

French Embassy

1.4 km

Embassy of New Zealand

1.4 km

Johann Rissik Dr

Klapperkop Nature Reserve

1.2 km

Belgian Embassy

1.4 km

Stadium

Loftus Versfeld Stadium

3.2 km

198 Lang Street

Longstreet Art Lovers 1932

690 m

541 Roper St

De Jong Diving Centre

1.4 km

Amphitheatre

760 m

306 Lawley Rd

Lawley Street Christmas Lights

950 m

Golf Course

Pretoria Country Club

2.0 km

Johann Rissik Drive Groenkloof

Fort KlapperKop Military Museum

2.1 km

279 Dey St

Carbon Bistro

990 m

Mall

Waterkloof Corner Shopping Centre

2.6 km

Johann Rissik Dr

Fort Klapperkop Heritage Site

1.8 km

Public Building

Dutch Embassy

2.6 km

German Embassy

2.6 km

Public Building

Austrian Embassy

2.6 km

173 Mackie Street Nieuw Muckleneuk

Pretoria Arts Association

2.6 km

Groenkloof Shopping Centre

2.6 km

Waterkloof Golf Club

3.0 km

Golf Course

Monument Park Golf Club

3.0 km

Restaurants

Nando's Brooklyn

1.3 km

471 Fehrsen Street Shop 5

Pangaea

1.1 km

279 Dey Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

62%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.2/10

Nice

Rooms

5.4

Location

6.2

Service

5.4

Dining

5.4

Dan

United States, March 2025

6.6/10

I had a pretty rough experience at Cricklewood Guesthouse. The rooms looked nice from the outside, but the reality was much different. The dirty bathrooms and lack of amenities really kept me disappointed, though the breakfast was a decent highlight of my stay.

Rooms

5.0

The room was in a disappointing state with dirt and cobwebs, and the bathroom was falling apart. Despite being advertised as luxury, it felt shoddy and neglected.

Service

5.0

While the staff were friendly, the service suffered due to ongoing issues like having no hot water for a couple of days, which really ruined the experience.

Location

5.0

The location was okay, being close to Menlyn Mall, but that didn't make up for the overall experience at the guesthouse.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was the only good part of my stay, but other meals were lacking in choice and taste. The food options were way too limited.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were subpar, with a lack of reliability in basic services like water which really affected my stay. The overall security felt lacking as well.

United States, March 2025

6.6/10

My stay at Cricklewood Guesthouse had its ups and downs. The room was spacious with a gigantic bed which I found really comfortable. However, the bathroom needed significant attention and had cleanliness issues.

Rooms

5.0

The room had a gigantic bed which was incredibly comfy, perfect for a good night's sleep. However, the bathroom was in poor condition and not clean, which was disappointing.

Service

6.0

I found the manager to be friendly and helpful, but I did feel the overall service could have been better considering the expectations set by the hotel.

Location

7.0

The location was quite central, close to malls, making it convenient for shopping or dining out. I appreciated being so easily located near the city's amenities.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was good and I enjoyed the fresh offerings, which added to my experience at the guesthouse.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were limited, and although I was hoping for better amenities, my needs were mostly met.

Joel

United States, March 2025

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at Cricklewood Guesthouse. While the ambiance was lovely and the staff were friendly, there were several issues with the room and dining setup that detracted from my stay. The location was convenient near Menlyn Mall, which I appreciated. Overall, it felt a bit like a hidden gem but also had some significant shortcomings. 😕

Rooms

6.0

My room was spacious, featuring a gigantic bed and reliable Wi-Fi, but I encountered multiple issues like a malfunctioning hairdryer and impractical shower design.

Service

6.0

The staff members, especially Jackson who attended to our conference, were friendly and helpful. However, there were instances of disinterest from management when I raised issues.

Location

8.0

The guesthouse is conveniently located close to Menlyn Mall and various embassies, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was underwhelming, with limited menu options and cleanliness issues during our conference lunch. It could definitely be improved.

Facilities

5.0

The offerings included room service, but overall the facility needs to address maintenance and cleanliness more seriously.

Richard

United States, November 2024

6.8/10

My stay at Cricklewood Guesthouse was quite disappointing. While the location was convenient, the rooms were outdated and in poor condition, which added to my dissatisfaction. However, the staff were friendly and helpful throughout my visit.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were old and smelly, with basic amenities missing. For example, I found the furniture worn out and unstable. Overall, they felt more like a relative's home than a comfortable place to stay.

Service

5.0

The staff were nice and friendly, which was definitely a positive aspect of my experience. However, the owner's rude demeanor when I expressed my concerns overshadowed this.

Location

5.0

The guesthouse is situated close to the center of Pretoria, making it accessible to various establishments, but the odd layout with different facilities away from the main manor house was not ideal.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options lacked variety, and ordering any hot meal came at an extra charge, which I found quite disappointing.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities like room service were present, but overall, the guesthouse did not meet my expectations in terms of comfort and convenience.

Peter

United States, November 2024

5.2/10

My stay at Cricklewood Guesthouse was a mix of highs and lows. The rooms were spacious and had gigantic beds, but the overall facilities felt outdated. While the staff were friendly and helpful, the lack of basic amenities and poor management left a sour taste in my mouth. Overall, I wouldn't recommend it for families, but maybe for short solo stays. 😕

Rooms

6.0

I appreciated the spacious rooms with gigantic beds, but the furniture was quite old and in need of repair.

Service

5.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, but the management was less than responsive to our concerns about the stay.

Location

6.0

The guesthouse was located away from the main hub, making it a little inconvenient for accessing shops and malls.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast lacked variety, with any hot meals being extra, which felt disappointing given the price.