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African Roots Guest House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Polokwane with outdoor pool and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
Exterior
Premium Double Room
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Explore the area

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58a Devenish Street, Polokwane, Limpopo, 0699
  • Place, Polokwane Art Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Irish House Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Van Zyl Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Polokwane (PTG-Polokwane Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Double Room

Premium Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Double Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Polokwane

At African Roots Guest House you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Tom Naude Park and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Van Zyl Park. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a complimentary breakfast. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Plus you'll find barbecues and luggage storage. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Polokwane guest house, you'll be 2 km (1.3 mi) from Polokwane Art Museum and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Irish House Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Polokwane Art Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Irish House Museum - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Polokwane Lifestyle Centre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Tom Naude Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Van Zyl Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Polokwane (PTG-Polokwane Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Falcon Rock Spur Steak Ranch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

African Roots Guest House

Guesthouse in Polokwane with outdoor pool and free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this guest house measures 689 square feet (64 square metres) and includes conference space. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly African Roots Guest House. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Polokwane guest house.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 689 sq ft of conference space
  • 64 sq. m of conference space
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
African Roots Guest House offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 54-cm LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). 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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 689 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 54-cm LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at African Roots Guest House?

African Roots Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at African Roots Guest House?

As of 14 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at African Roots Guest House on 22 Feb 2026 start from NZ$129.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at African Roots Guest House?

Yep, African Roots Guest House has a free self car park.

Does African Roots Guest House have a pool?

African Roots Guest House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does African Roots Guest House serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary English brekkie is on offer weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at African Roots Guest House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at African Roots Guest House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at African Roots Guest House's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at African Roots Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at African Roots Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

African Roots Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elsebie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CW

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KABELO

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

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

Perfect

What a real gem. We only stayed one night on our way to Kruger. From reception to the person sweeping the grounds we were treated excellent. Breakfast was great and definitely plentiful. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

KABELO

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short notice business trip and was happy to find one of my favorite Guesthouses in Polokwane available for booking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jannine

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

Fantastic place to rest.

It's safe, clean and well situated. This is my second stay and I will keep coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bishanji

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tinofa

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jannine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is beautiful with so much to offer after a long day. The staff are fantastic, big smiles and eager to assist wherever possible. the room was huge, clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always nice to return to this Guesthouse
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Part of a longer business trip and will return again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great services. Excellent food. Comfortable bed. I highly recommend this place to anyone traveling to Polokwane.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

VINCENT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La gentillesse du personnel a notre egard
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024