Doveton House
4.5 star property

Luxury guesthouse near Johannesburg Zoo

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Doveton House

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Garden
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Olive Room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Free daily full breakfast

Overview of Doveton House

9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Check out the area

21 Doveton Road, Parktown, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2193
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Witwatersrand10 min walk
  • Popular LocationJohannesburg Zoo3 min drive
  • Popular LocationGold Reef City Casino9 min drive
  • AirportJohannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)31 min drive
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About the area

Johannesburg

Doveton House is located in Parktown, a neighbourhood in Johannesburg, and is in the entertainment district and near theme parks. South African Museum of Military History and Museum Africa are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gold Reef City Casino and Sandton City Mall. Enjoy an event or a match at First National Bank Stadium, and consider making time for Johannesburg Zoo—a top attraction that's not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • University of Witwatersrand - 10 min walk
  • Johannesburg Zoo - 3 min drive
  • Apartheid Museum - 9 min drive
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 9 min drive
  • Sandton City Mall - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Park Station - 13 min drive
  • Rosebank Station - 13 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Richmond Studio Café - 16 min walk
  • Little Addis - 9 min walk
  • Olives & Plates - 4 min drive
  • Debonairs Pizza - 18 min walk
  • Mike's Kitchen - 18 min walk

About this property

Doveton House

Luxury guest house near Johannesburg Zoo
Located close to South African Museum of Military History and Museum Africa, Doveton House provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Concierge services, meeting rooms and a TV in reception
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies, separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM–10 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1903
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 550 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Doveton House Hotel Johannesburg
Doveton House Hotel
Doveton House Johannesburg
Doveton Johannesburg
Doveton House Guesthouse Johannesburg
Doveton House Guesthouse
Doveton House Guesthouse
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Doveton House Guesthouse Johannesburg

Frequently asked questions

Does Doveton House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Doveton House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Doveton House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Doveton House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Doveton House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Doveton House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 550 per vehicle applies.

Where is Doveton House located?

Located in Parktown, this luxury guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Johannesburg Zoo, South African Museum of Military History and Museum Africa. Gold Reef City Casino and Apartheid Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Doveton House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is grand. It is a reasonably short drive from most amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Graham

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

8/10 Good

OlderLady, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful guest house. Secluded, would be wonderful for quiet get away. Beautiful garden. Nice touches like daily fruit dish. No phone provided in room. Must have own cell phone. Need personal transportation. Not a walkable area. Uber can be good option here and through out Jo'burg.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

summer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Will not write home about it
Location is fine, since you can get an uber anywhere. The guest house was basic, nothing spactcular about the location or staff. Stayed in the presidential suite nice large room, but like the rest of the property everything is completely dated. I felt like I was in 1984😞😞 for the price I expect a better experience. Breakfast was good and the staff was vary accomendating regarding my food choices
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Boutique style
A wonderful home style guest house with a great pool and garden. Beautiful decor throughout. Very accommodating staff.

10/10 Excellent

kabelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
home away from home
Wow

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A real gem :) Amanda made our stay very comfortable in this beautiful house

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Giulio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bel endroit et confortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Aline, Nürnberg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Doveton Housre ist ein wundervoller Platz um in Johannesburg zu übernachten und zu bleiben. Es ist wie ein komfortables Hotel nur in klein. Traumhaft angelegt mit Garten und Pool und es ist alles vorhanden was man sich wünscht. Das Frühstück war perfekt und Sylvia eine wundervolle Gastgeberin. Wir würden auf jeden Fall wieder kommen wenn wir in Joburg sind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018