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In the suburb of Parktown North in Johannesburg, the Leighwood Lodge has spacious rooms with balconies overlooking the landscaped garden. The guesthouse features an outdoor pool, barbecue facilities and free Wi-Fi. Leighwood Lodge’s air-conditioned rooms are elegantly decorated with wood furniture and carpeted floors. Each room has a private entrance, a sitting area and a flat-screen satellite TV. Guests can start their day with a home-cooked breakfasts served on the patio weather permitting, or indoors in front of a roaring log fire. There is a selection of excellent restaurants in the area around the hotel. The lodge has two common lounge areas situated in the main house, featuring comfortable armchairs and a wide selection of books. You can also choose from a variety of activities, including cycling and hiking. Nelson Mandela Square is 3 miles away, and M1 highway is easily accessible from the property. Free private parking is available on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Johannesburg
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  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    The grounds are stunning and very well manicured;, the staff is amazingly responsive and takes great pride in preparing your breakfast exact and delicious to order! Very convenient to nearby restaurants and very secure with gate and a guard house....
  • Wendy
    United States of America United States of America
    Our hosts were wonderful with good humor and made us feel at home. Their recommendations for cultural visits, restaurants and getting around town were spot on! The garden was impeccable and such a treat to relax in after a long day. Thank you for...
  • Brinley
    South Africa South Africa
    The breakfast was great and the location was perfect for dining. The fridge in my room was a lttle noisy, especially at night but that was solved when I turned it down to minimum.

Managed by Leighwood Lodge

Company review score: 9.7Based on 148 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

I try to make my guests sense a typical ‘home-from-home’ feeling when they stay with us. My staff strive to be friendly and helpful. Our rooms are comfortable and clean. My personal interests are people and cooking.

Property info

Leighwood Lodge is a four-star boutique guest house in the leafy suburb of Parktown North, Johannesburg. It is ideal for both up-market corporate guests on business and leisure travellers looking for central accommodation close to the city and northern suburbs. Set in the garden of one of the big, old houses that make areas like Parktown North unique, Leighwood Lodge is filled with an old-world charm with a modern and contemporary twist. We 'boast Solar Power' - Yes! The unique combination of traditional and contemporary, along with excellent service, offers visitors the warm atmosphere of their own home with the luxury and privacy of a world class hotel. Each of Leighwood Lodge’s rooms overlook a lush, landscaped garden and feature spacious bathrooms, extra-length beds and a business area that acts as both a work and relaxation space. Clean lines and luxurious furnishings, combined with crisp white linen, give the rooms a sense of light and space that take one away from the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg life. Other luxury features include a mini-bar, a plasma TV with 18-channels and air-conditioning. Business services include wifi, fax, scanning and photocopying facilities to keep guests in contact with the outside world.

Neighborhood info

Some of the finest shopping in South Africa is available in the area. Parktown North is just minutes away from the Hyde Park Shopping Centre and the Rosebank and Sandton CBDs. We also boast some of the country's top restaurants and proximity to many of the city's greatest attractions.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Leighwood Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Laundry
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Zulu

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

2 years old
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
11+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 300 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 2 and up are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Leighwood Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Leighwood Lodge

  • Leighwood Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool

  • The prices at Leighwood Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Leighwood Lodge include:

    • Double

  • Leighwood Lodge is 4.3 miles from the center of Johannesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Leighwood Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.