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Villa Lugano

4.0 star property
Colonial Johannesburg guesthouse in Johannesburg South with free parking

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Reception
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is P4,507
P5,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Single Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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P3,236 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

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100 The Broads Street, Mulbarton, Johannesburg South, Gauteng, 2001

What's nearby

  • Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gold Reef City Theme Park - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Apartheid Museum - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • First National Bank Stadium - 16 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 25 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Perfect - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Torinos Trattoria And Coffee Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Asia House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Doppio Zero - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger Perfect - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Villa Lugano

Upscale guesthouse located in Johannesburg South
At Villa Lugano, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a hair salon. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and barbecue grills
  • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and 2 meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-cm LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and mini fridges

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 200 km
  • 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (323 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-cm LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 590 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 590 (one-way), (from 5 to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Villa Lugano
Villa Lugano House Johannesburg South
Villa Lugano House Johannesburg
Villa Lugano Johannesburg
Villa Lugano Johannesburg South
Villa Lugano Guesthouse Johannesburg South
Villa Lugano Guesthouse
Villa Lugano Johannesburg South
Villa Lugano Guesthouse Johannesburg South

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Lugano have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Lugano?

As of Nov 21, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Lugano on Nov 23, 2024 start from P 4,507.47, excluding 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 Villa Lugano pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Lugano?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Lugano?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM–7:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Villa Lugano?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Villa Lugano provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:30 AM–10:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 590 per vehicle applies.

Where is Villa Lugano located?

Located in Johannesburg South, this guesthouse is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gatwick Park and Turffontein Race Course. Wemmer Pan and Gold Reef City Theme Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Villa Lugano Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viviana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

khilan

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Philip

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elegant, clean, quiet. Wonderful personal chef. Friendly, kind, caring manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Carl

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Situated in a nice location, quiet, close to highway. The hosts are extra nice couple, staffs are friendly. The single rooms are a bit disappointed, with proper window or ventilation and there is no aircon. Otherwise, was nice to stay for the night as a stopover.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Arnold

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you
I stayed for one night only and the service was excellent. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Theo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is clean and very comfortable, the area is quiet. One thing they must improve on is the parking space but overall nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay in Mzanzi
Eddie and his team were great hosts. It felt like we had known them for years, they were warm and welcoming. Their botique hotel, is beautiful, clean and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, excellent service
Location suited us perfectly, staff at Villa Lugano was exceptional. Highly recommended to all travellers

10/10 Excellent

KCL Young, Port Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Review
The stay was pleasant, but the room was way too hot for cold fan need air condidtion

10/10 Excellent

KCL Young, Port Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Review
The stay was pleasant, breakfast was great, but the room needs air condition instead of cold fan.

10/10 Excellent

Prince, Lagos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Days at The Villa
It was awesome and will there again. It is a good place to stay and pray. It is serene.

8/10 Good

Ashwin , Melbourne OZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hospitality
Stayed here for 3 nights in April, loved the reception and hospitality very personable and accommodating, will gladly return next time

10/10 Excellent

Tony, Beirut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Artsy in South Johannesburg
Very beautiful lodge with friendly staff and owners. Great for a quiet retreat in the south of Johannesburg

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So so
Eventhough my booking indicated the breakfast was included, at checkout i was charged for it. The room was large, but smelled stale and it was very cold.

8/10 Good

darren, australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a little further from the airport than l anticipated but great place

10/10 Excellent

Monique, Sydney NSW, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb place to stay
Great place to stay, the restaurant across the road is lovely. Great staff very helpful and attentive, beautiful guesthouse with all the necessary comforts. I would definatley stay again

10/10 Excellent

Alfran

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sascha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021