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5-star hotels in Pretoria
Five-star hotels in Pretoria, from boutique guesthouses in the eastern suburbs to large business hotels. This shortlist suits travellers who want top-class comfort, easy access to Menlyn or the city centre, and a base for both work and a short break.
Staying in Pretoria
Pretoria is South Africa's administrative capital, known for its jacaranda trees and landmarks such as the Union Buildings and the Voortrekker Monument. The hotels on this shortlist cluster in the eastern and southern suburbs, in Menlyn, Waterkloof, Ashlea Gardens and along the main routes into the centre, so most are within a short drive of business districts, shopping and the city's main sights.
The mix suits different trips. Couples and short-break visitors tend to favour the smaller boutique properties with gardens, pools and spas, while families and business travellers gravitate towards the larger hotels with family rooms, fitness centres and conference facilities. Several addresses sit close to the centre, and others lie further out towards Centurion, making the choice largely a question of how much time you want to spend in the car.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Menlyn Boutique Hotel
209 Tugela Road Ashlea Gardens, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet in Ashlea Gardens 2.1 km from the centre, this 5-star address pairs a garden and outdoor pool with a fitness centre for days that mix quiet and activity. Rooms come with air conditioning, kitchenettes and balconies, and guests score it 4.7 from 918 reviews. A restaurant and bar cover meals, and free parking and wifi keep the practical side simple. Suits longer stays and guests who want self-catering space close to the eastern suburbs.
See Menlyn Boutique HotelThe Rasmus
Corner Van Ryneveld Avenue And Solomon Mahlangu Google Maps Plus Code: 56Mq Cv Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereOn the corner of Van Ryneveld Avenue, The Rasmus is a 5-star stop 6.6 km from the centre with a garden and terrace rather than a high-rise setting. Air-conditioned rooms include bathrobes and safes, and the property is wheelchair accessible. Concierge, room service and a restaurant handle the day-to-day, with free parking and wifi included. The 4.7 rating from 377 reviews points to a dependable, low-key stay for guests with their own transport.
See The RasmusThe Rasmus
Solomon Mahlangu, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThis second The Rasmus listing on Solomon Mahlangu sits 16.5 km from the centre, giving it the most removed position on the shortlist. It is a 5-star property with a garden, terrace and bar, plus a restaurant and free parking and wifi. Multilingual staff and a shuttle service are among the practical touches. Rated 4.7 across 376 reviews, it fits guests who prefer space away from the middle of Pretoria and do not mind the drive in.
See The RasmusCastello di Monte
402 Aries Street, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereCastello di Monte on Aries Street brings a garden, outdoor pool and sauna together 3.3 km from the centre. The 5-star house also runs a restaurant and bar, with room service, a minibar and bathrobes in the rooms. Free parking and wifi are provided, and lifts help with upper floors. Guests rate it 4.7 from 346 reviews, which makes it a strong pick for travellers wanting resort-style facilities within easy reach of the city.
See Castello di MonteThe Capital Menlyn Maine
194 Bancor Avenue, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereWith 2493 reviews and a 4.5 rating, The Capital Menlyn Maine is the most reviewed entry here, 3.1 km from the centre on Bancor Avenue. The 5-star property adds a casino, fitness centre and babysitting service on top of standard comforts, plus family rooms and air conditioning. Business travellers get a business centre, while free parking and wifi cover the basics. It suits guests who want a large, amenity-heavy base in the Menlyn area.
See The Capital Menlyn MaineVilla Sterne Boutique Hotel and Health Spa
212 Johan Rissik Drive Waterkloof Ridge, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereVilla Sterne Boutique Hotel and Health Spa in Waterkloof Ridge is 4.8 km from the centre and does what its name suggests, with a spa alongside an outdoor pool and pool bar. The 5-star house includes a restaurant and bar, room service and a garden, and rooms come with balconies and bathrobes. Car rental and currency exchange are on site. A 4.5 rating from 166 reviews suits guests who want wellness and dining in one address.
See Villa Sterne Boutique Hotel and Health SpaVillage Ridge Boutique Hotel
C O Main & Melk Streets Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereVillage Ridge Boutique Hotel sits at Main and Melk Streets in Nieuw Muckleneuk, 4.3 km from the centre. The 5-star property offers an outdoor pool and fitness centre, and family rooms with kitchenettes and microwaves make longer stays easier. A shuttle service, garden and free parking are available. Rated 4.5 from 137 reviews, it works well for families and guests who want self-catering facilities close to the city.
See Village Ridge Boutique HotelThe Angels Place Boutique Hotel
610 Rubenstein Drive, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Angels Place Boutique Hotel on Rubenstein Drive is 6.6 km from the centre and rates 4.5 from 85 reviews. This 5-star guesthouse leans on its garden and terrace, with archery on the activity list and a meeting room for small gatherings. Free parking, wifi and a free newspaper are provided, and there is a laundry service. It suits travellers who want a quieter, smaller property with easy parking.
See The Angels Place Boutique HotelCt Hotel
643 Corner Of Church And Wessels Streets, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereCt Hotel at Church and Wessels Streets is 5.9 km from the centre and combines an outdoor pool and pool bar with a fitness centre and gymnasium. The 5-star hotel includes a restaurant, bar and buffet, plus massage and babysitting service. Express check-in, currency exchange and car rental are on hand. With 4.1 from 32 reviews, it fits guests who want a broad set of facilities in the central business district.
See Ct HotelCt Hotel
Stanza Bopape Street 643, Pretoria, South Africa
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Internet access
Why stay hereThe second Ct Hotel entry on Stanza Bopape Street shares the 5.9 km distance from the centre and the 4.1 rating from 32 reviews. This 5-star listing keeps things apartment-like, with kitchens, microwaves and minibars, and a garden and terrace for outdoor time. A restaurant and bar are on site, and rooms have bathrobes and slippers. It suits guests planning longer stays who value in-room cooking.
See Ct HotelLombardy Boutique Hotel and Conference Centre
C O Cole Street And Graham Road Shere, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Drivers
- Car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLombardy Boutique Hotel and Conference Centre lies at Cole Street and Graham Road in Shere, 10.0 km from the centre, and its conference focus makes it a working stay. The 5-star property offers a garden, terrace, bar and restaurant, with concierge and laundry service. Free wifi and parking are included. A 3.8 rating from 508 reviews reflects the largest review base among the lower-rated options, fitting guests who need meeting space outside the centre.
See Lombardy Boutique Hotel and Conference CentreCricklewood Manor
193 Albert Street Waterkloof, Pretoria, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereCricklewood Manor on Albert Street in Waterkloof is 4.3 km from the centre and adds a spa, tennis court and outdoor pool to its 5-star offer. The garden, picnic area and terrace give it a relaxed outdoor feel, and there is a restaurant and bar. A shuttle service, free parking and wifi are provided. Rated 3.8 from 278 reviews, it suits guests who want leisure facilities and a leafy setting near the city.
See Cricklewood Manor
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menlyn Boutique Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 918 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.1 km |
| The Rasmus | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 377 | Yes | Yes | – | 6.6 km |
| The Rasmus | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 376 | Yes | Yes | – | 16.5 km |
| Castello di Monte | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 346 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.3 km |
| The Capital Menlyn Maine | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 2,493 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.1 km |
| Villa Sterne Boutique Hotel and Health Spa | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 166 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4.8 km |
| Village Ridge Boutique Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 137 | Yes | – | Yes | 4.3 km |
| The Angels Place Boutique Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 85 | Yes | – | – | 6.6 km |
| Ct Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.1 | 32 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.9 km |
| Ct Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.1 | 32 | – | – | – | 5.9 km |
| Lombardy Boutique Hotel and Conference Centre | ★★★★★ | 3.8 | 508 | Yes | – | – | 10.0 km |
| Cricklewood Manor | ★★★★★ | 3.8 | 278 | Yes | – | Yes | 4.3 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Menlyn Boutique Hotel, Castello di Monte, Villa Sterne Boutique Hotel and Health Spa and The Rasmus all rate 4.7 out of 5 from guests. They are smaller properties with romantic touches: balconies, fireplaces, garden terraces, outdoor pools and, at Villa Sterne and Castello di Monte, massage and spa or sauna facilities.
Menlyn Boutique Hotel · Castello di Monte · Villa Sterne Boutique Hotel and Health Spa · The Rasmus
For families
The Capital Menlyn Maine and Village Ridge Boutique Hotel list family rooms, and both have outdoor pools and kitchens or kitchenettes. Ct Hotel adds babysitting service and a large restaurant set-up.
The Capital Menlyn Maine · Village Ridge Boutique Hotel · Ct Hotel
For business
The Capital Menlyn Maine has a business centre, meeting-ready public areas and 2493 reviews. Ct Hotel offers a business centre, gymnasium and 24-hour front desk; Lombardy Boutique Hotel and Conference Centre is built around conferences; Castello di Monte adds concierge, copy facilities and room service.
The Capital Menlyn Maine · Ct Hotel · Lombardy Boutique Hotel and Conference Centre · Castello di Monte
Closest to the centre
Menlyn Boutique Hotel is 2.1 km from the centre, The Capital Menlyn Maine 3.1 km, Castello di Monte 3.3 km, Village Ridge Boutique Hotel 4.3 km and Cricklewood Manor 4.3 km. Choose these if you want the shortest trips to the city's central sights.
Menlyn Boutique Hotel · The Capital Menlyn Maine · Castello di Monte · Village Ridge Boutique Hotel · Cricklewood Manor
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Pretoria is served by O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, about 45 minutes away by car or train. The Gautrain rapid rail system connects the airport to Hatfield, Pretoria and Centurion stations. Long-distance buses and trains also link Pretoria to other major cities. Within the city, metered taxis, minibus taxis and ride-hailing services are available. The Gautrain and local bus networks provide public transport, but a car is often convenient for exploring outlying attractions.
When to go
Spring (September to November) is the best time to visit Pretoria, when the jacaranda trees are in full bloom and the weather is mild; the trees typically flower in October and November. Autumn (March to May) also offers pleasant temperatures. Summers (December to February) can be hot with afternoon thunderstorms, while winters (June to August) are dry and cool, with cold nights. Many outdoor events and festivals take place in spring and autumn.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Pretoria?
Menlyn Boutique Hotel is the closest, 2.1 km from the centre. The Capital Menlyn Maine follows at 3.1 km and Castello di Monte at 3.3 km. The Rasmus on Solomon Mahlangu is the furthest of the group, at 16.5 km.
Do these Pretoria hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Menlyn Boutique Hotel, The Rasmus, Castello di Monte, The Capital Menlyn Maine, Villa Sterne Boutique Hotel and Health Spa, Village Ridge Boutique Hotel, The Angels Place Boutique Hotel and Cricklewood Manor.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Capital Menlyn Maine and Village Ridge Boutique Hotel list family rooms, and both have outdoor pools. The Capital Menlyn Maine also offers babysitting service, while Village Ridge adds kitchen and kitchenette facilities, useful for longer stays.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Menlyn Boutique Hotel, Castello di Monte, Villa Sterne Boutique Hotel and Health Spa, Village Ridge Boutique Hotel, Ct Hotel and Cricklewood Manor list an outdoor pool. Castello di Monte also has a sauna, and Villa Sterne names health spa facilities.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Five hotels share the top rating of 4.7 out of 5: Menlyn Boutique Hotel, The Rasmus at both addresses, Castello di Monte and The Capital Menlyn Maine. Menlyn Boutique Hotel has the most reviews of these, at 918.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Menlyn Boutique Hotel, The Rasmus, The Capital Menlyn Maine and The Rasmus on Solomon Mahlangu. Breakfast in room is offered at Menlyn Boutique Hotel, Castello di Monte, The Capital Menlyn Maine, Villa Sterne Boutique Hotel and Health Spa and Ct Hotel.
Are pets allowed in these hotels?
The facilities listed for these Pretoria hotels do not mention pets, so you should contact the hotel directly before travelling with an animal.
Which hotels suit a business trip?
The Capital Menlyn Maine and Ct Hotel both have business centres and fitness centres, and The Capital Menlyn Maine has 2493 reviews. Lombardy Boutique Hotel and Conference Centre is set up for conferences, and Castello di Monte adds concierge and room service.