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Located close to Festival Mall, Woodpecker's Inn provides free English breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a free daily manager's reception. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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  • Sleeps 2
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Glen Marais, a neighborhood in Kempton Park, Woodpecker's Inn is in the suburbs and near the airport. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Festival Mall and East Rand Mall, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Kempton Park Golf Club. Lakeside Mall and Mall of Africa are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kempton Park travel guide
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Nr 31 Driedoring Avenue, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1619

What's nearby

  • International Terminal Duty Free Mall
    13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Emperors Palace Casino
    14 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Festival Mall
    15 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Kempton Park Golf Club
    16 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • East Rand Mall
    19 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rhodesfield Station
    15 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station
    26 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Roman's Pizza
    14 min walk
  • Steers
    13 min walk
  • Angus Grill
    18 min walk
  • Dros
    3 min drive
  • Nando's
    12 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 km
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Games
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 190 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Does Woodpecker's Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Woodpecker's Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Woodpecker's Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Woodpecker's Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Woodpecker's Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 190 per vehicle applies.

Where is Woodpecker's Inn located?

This family-friendly Kempton Park guesthouse is located near the airport, 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Festival Mall, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Kempton Park Golf Club and East Rand Mall. Lakeside Mall and Gillooly's Farm are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Woodpecker's Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient

It was good for me. I needed a room to stay and I got everything I was hoping for.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Owner of the hotel and services is the best
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Kempton Park hotel experience

My stay was horrible, both swimming pools were dirty. Their breakfast was very bad,the manager was so disrespectful, rude and arrogant. The managers mother who runs the place was a nice person, but the daughter was something else. I wouldn’t recommend any one to stay there especially African ( black) . The daughter is a racist.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great inexpensive hotel near airport

New, modern and clean room with good lighting, cable tv, and WiFi plus heat and AC. Good quality linens. Secure property in a nice residential neighborhood. Restaurants were within walking distance. Even so, the owners offered to drive me. Shared kitchen available with dedicated refrigerator if wanted. Good breakfast buffet included in room rate. The quality of the construction and floor/wall tiles were very much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good old fashioned South African hospitality

Upon booking I was asked when my flight was due to arrive, it was the wee hours of the morning and I was informed that I could check in immeadiately. I was treated with respect and compassion throughout the stay and when I slept over at a friend I was informed that I had been missed on my return. Love you Marnie and the crew and I'll definately stay with you upon my return to SA.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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