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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Tuscan sanctuary in Pretoria

Panoramic views captivate guests from the rooftop terrace with its breathtaking 360-degree vistas. Warm staff arrange private sightseeing tours for those looking to explore. After a day of adventure, the outdoor pool offers a refreshing retreat before enjoying dinner at the on-site restaurant.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a dressing table, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a television, and a large rug.

Presidential Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 150 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Pretoria, Castello di Monte is in the business district. 19th Hole Putt-Putt and Ditsong National Museum of Natural History are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Waterkloof Shopping Centre and Brooklyn Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Loftus Versfeld Stadium or SuperSport Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Pretoria travel guide
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402 Aries Street, Waterkloof Ridge, Pretoria, Gauteng, 181

What's nearby

  • The Hard Rock Cafe entrance with a large arched window and a neon sign.
    Sandton City Mall
    45 min drive - 36.0 miles
  • Pretoria Country Club
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waterkloof Shopping Centre
    6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
    44 min drive - 36.7 miles
  • Montecasino
    46 min drive - 38.3 miles

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alfie's
    3 min drive
  • Goddess Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Culture Club
    3 min drive
  • Hennie's Waterkloof
    4 min drive
  • Bakehouse
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2002
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 850 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Castello di Monte have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Castello di Monte pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Castello di Monte?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Castello di Monte?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Castello di Monte provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–4:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 850 per vehicle applies.

Where is Castello di Monte located?

Situated in the business district, this luxury bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pretoria Country Club and Waterkloof Shopping Centre. Spanish Embassy and Brooklyn Theatre are also within 2 mi (3 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

Castello di Monte Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly such a wonderful experience, a big shoutout to Expedia for having fantastic customer service. We initially had a major issue with our booking but they assisted swiftly and ensured we had an even better place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

The Castello di Monte is superbly located with amazing views across the city. The rooms are spacious and very comfortable and we would very happily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful tuscan theme is to die for and consistent througout. The staff welcomed us warmly and were an absolute delight! What a beautiful stay and amazing experience. We'll be back with the whole family soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
He deserves five star review except the air-conditioning unit in room six where we stayed was malfunctioning and very noisy interfering with our sleep. Other than this it was a terrific experience all around the Chef was excellent, and the staff really was very pleasant and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful property to stay, we were upgraded to the presidential suite which was large with two bathrooms. Very nice old world charm. The food was a bit of a disappointment. Breakfast and service was not up to the standards of the room and cost. Breakfast was included but was limited and was served cold though the plate was very hot? We had dinner one evening it was expensive and the vegetables were cold but the meat was warm and delicious. We were the only guest and the service was slow and they struggled with making an Iris coffee after dinner. It is a fantastic location and Hazelwood is only few miles away filled with great and fun restaurants. It has been a wonderful experience and a welcome change from the chain hotels we will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Pretoria Golf Course ...
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastiskt ställe

Vi har bott här vid tre tillfällen! Underbart! Fint område. Rummen är helt fantastiska. Servicen är top notch! Man bara trivs! God mat, bra frukost. Sover gott, det är så rofyllt. Vackra omgivningar. En helt otrolig takterass med 360 graders utsikt. Personalen är supertrevlig. Mycket bra taxitransfer till flygplatsen. Hotellet ordnade med en jättebra privat sightseeing i Johannesburg och Pretoria! Mycket hög kvalitet!! Vi kommer sannolikt att återvända!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Understand

Ett fantastiskt boende! Andra gången vi bor här och återkommer om en vecka. Perfekt för en mellanlandning när man ska vidare. Lunch och middag var jättebra men frukost var inte av samma standard tyvärr.
Utsikt från vår terrass där vi åt lunch! Jättebra lunch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, sparkling, mega spacious rooms, clean, attention to detail, super friendly staff. Service is a bit slow We really enjoyed out 10 day stay.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Very scary, no sleep

Woke up midnite to find someone in your room in Sourh Africa is no joke. Person had a key to enter our room and lock the door again when he left the room as we woke up. It took us a while to get our door keys that fell on the floor in the dark. We phoned all the available numbers - nobody answered. Even the security guard at the gate, could not get hold of the owner / management. The television did not work. Have to move furniture to get hold of plugs to charge our phones. The aircon could not be put off, due to the remote not working and no plug to put it off.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accomodations and wonderful service. It felt like a luxury private villa!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a pleasant hotel in Pretoria. Great food, friendly staff, clean good sized rooms. An absolute treat. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing , rooms, service, location, all were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely beautiful setting and the staff could not have been more friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best view ever. Great food and atmosphere. Location safe and quite. Very unique hotel style. Staff very polite and friendly. Restaurant chef professional and warm. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect hotel, only pool needs to be cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Business for Pretoria

Excellent staff and management, great location to access Pretoria
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sorpresa en Pretoria

Villa de estilo italiano reconvertida en hotel, con increíbles vistas desde sus varias terrazas. Las habitaciones son grandes y muy bien decoradas, el servicio, perfecto, y la zona de piscina muy recomendable. El restaurante ofrece platos locales que merece la pena probar, con una atención muy personal del chef. Perfecta relación calidad-precio.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Best Experience in Waterkloof ZA

Magnificent beyond ...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beauty & Romance

Amazing staff, Daneil and Evans, thanks for the upgrade and personal attention. Simply love Castello
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay👍, the staff made it very special!! Will definitely come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous place with superior staff who were most attentative and they helped with a difficult car rental return. Higjly recommend this hotel 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

True Gem

Excellent, world class service. Very welcoming and friendly staff, delicious food and gorgeous ambience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best hotel in Pretoria, by far!

Easily the best hotel in Pretoria and one of the best in all of South Africa. To put it simply, this place made me feel like a king (quite literally). Everything from comfort, service, food, location were TOP-NOTCH. The only thing I could possibly recommend is that the hotel invest in a second backup power generator. The power was out and the main generator was being serviced when I needed to check out, so checkout was made difficult and since the wifi was also down I couldn't order an Uber. Other than that this place was excellent and the staff were very warm and welcoming and always willing to help. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Pretoria.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018