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City Lodge Hotel Newtown

3.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Property entrance
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Cnr Carr & Miriam Makeba St, Newtown, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2001
  • Place, Newtown Junction Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum Africa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Johannesburg City Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Johannesburg

You'll be connected to a shopping centre at City Lodge Hotel Newtown, and within a short 5-minute stroll of Museum Africa and Market Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a poolside bar. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Johannesburg CBD hotel include Mary Fitzgerald Square and Turbine Hall.

What's nearby

  • Newtown Junction Mall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Museum Africa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • 1 Fox - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Johannesburg City Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Ellis Park Station - 10 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 18 min walk
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪AND - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bean There Coffee - ‬19 min walk

About this property

City Lodge Hotel Newtown

City Lodge Hotel Newtown offers its guests a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly City Lodge Hotel Newtown. An airport shuttle (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Johannesburg hotel.

  • 148 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2015
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
City Lodge Hotel Newtown offers 148 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Johannesburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6 AM to 10 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 180 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 180 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 480.00 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in February.
  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

City Lodge Hotel Newtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

Yep, City Lodge Hotel Newtown has a free self car park.

Does City Lodge Hotel Newtown have a pool?

City Lodge Hotel Newtown has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 24 hours (Seasonal outdoor pool open from November to February).

What makes City Lodge Hotel Newtown a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at City Lodge Hotel Newtown.

Does City Lodge Hotel Newtown serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6 AM - 10 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

No, only service animals are allowed.

City Lodge Hotel Newtown Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 101 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Innocent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place with excellent security and within the proximity of the shopping mall, bars and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mthandazo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Abdulhamid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel with clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with big and clean comfortable rooms. The restaurant is good too and it's next door to a shopping centre.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was good clean & convenient yet secure
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for get around Joburg. Really nice hotel with a very helpful staff. Would definitely stay here next time i'm visiting Joburg.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gifty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the room services
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were nice and I was even able to check in early, fantastic after a long flight. The entrance is gated which is for safety and I saw lots of hotels like that, but it made me uncomfortable about the safety of the area, but then I was told that’s what Johannesburg is like.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Qi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded all our expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott

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

Clean and reasonable in Newton area.

Immaculate facility. Mall across street so we could leave the property and feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Athena

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

Very pleasant

We have a store at Newtown Junction which is adjacent to this new City Lodge Hotel. It couldn't be more convenient! Hotel staff were pleasant, efficient and welcoming. The bedroom was more than adequate - great shower! I would definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dwight r.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a designed to meet the needs of the customer. The staff work very hard to make you comfortable. Breakfast was great. I always felt safe there. Unfortunately, the neighborhood is risky, and you can't just go exploring
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Noluthando

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, clean, good shower but no wash cloths provided. Check in staff was excellent. Food was good at the restaurant but service was lacking. Server did not check on me the entire meal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NORMAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was constant noise coming from the apartment complex across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and the staff was courteous. The food at the restaurant was very tasty. The restaurant did not always have everything on the menu. Later I figured out it is likely due to resource management. For instance 3 out of the 4 days we were there they didnt have drip coffee. This is likely because there were hardly any guests so they dont make a pot of coffee. However on a day they had an influx of guests, it magically appeared. Some basic items luke tuna sandwiches was not available though it on the menu. With minor adjustments they can guest experience better. We also pai cash for our meals. However when checking out, they gave us bills for 2 meals to be paid. We had to get restaurant staff come and verify that we in fact always paid cash. My adviceto guests would be to maintain your own copy of paid receipts if paying with cash. If you are using hotel approved taxi services, be aware that they change rates based on which staff member quotes you the price.. though the overall service was good at the hotel, i was disappointed with this inconsistentancy and felt we were being taken advantage of.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annelore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Deux nuits en cisite sur Joburg. Personnel tres sympathique, emplacement adapté, sur le corcuit des tours bus avanue Makeba...
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel très serviable Quartier peu recommandable
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Mit vom Feinsten

eins der besten bzw bestes Hotel das wir während unseres South-Africa-Roundtrips hatten, und das waren nicht wenige. Excellent. Sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were ever so kind and accomodating. The place is super clean and modern, the staff go above and beyond to ensure you are happy. Will definitely return - truly awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

neelandran

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

Convenient

Was convenient and comfortable. staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

neelandran

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

Convenient

Nice hotel, staff are friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very modern and beautiful. It had that wow factor. Unfortunately, it was located in a difficult part of the city, so were advised not to venture out. Location is not great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible. They were very knowledgeable about the area and have great advice. I used the Park Station which can be a bit of an issue and the area is a bit sketchy after dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Security guys were fantastic, always keeping an eye on me outside the hotel at the adjacent mall area. The manager Thuli was also helpful and genuinely interested in her guests getting the most from their stays.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019