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Kiwara Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Panoramic terrace views and a tranquil garden create a perfect balance of modern convenience and natural beauty at this charming Johannesburg guesthouse

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Kiwara Guesthouse offers an upscale retreat near Johannesburg Zoo. Enjoy city views from the rooftop terrace or relax in the peaceful garden. High-speed WiFi and a business center cater to travelers. The location consistently earns high marks from visitors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is ₩103,898
₩103,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9

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African Sunset | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, individually decorated

African Sunset

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Free minibar items
TV
  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ancient Rome | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, individually decorated

Ancient Rome

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Petite Comfort | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, individually decorated

Petite Comfort

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Vintage Elegance | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, individually decorated

Vintage Elegance

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Spacious Deluxe | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, individually decorated

Spacious Deluxe

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Touch of Japan | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, individually decorated

Touch of Japan

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Randburg, a neighborhood in Johannesburg, is home to Kiwara Guesthouse. South African National Museum of Military History and Apartheid Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Sandton City Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at First National Bank Stadium or Expo Centre Johannesburg. Visit our Johannesburg travel guide
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6 Swazi Street, Randburg, Gauteng, 2195

What's nearby

  • Great food, drinks and vibe.
    Sandton City Mall
    13 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Gold Reef City which includes heritage architecture, art and outdoor art
    Gold Reef City Casino
    15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Northcliff Ridge Ecopark
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Johannesburg Eye Hospital
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Montecasino
    15 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station
    23 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station
    29 min drive
  • Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thunder Gun
    4 min drive
  • Bembom
    6 min drive
  • Lucios Pizzeria & Take Aways
    3 min drive
  • Farina Caffe And Cucina
    3 min drive
  • MV Café
    6 min drive

About this property

Kiwara Guesthouse

Upscale bed & breakfast near Johannesburg Zoo
Located close to University of Witwatersrand and South African National Museum of Military History, Kiwara Guesthouse provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a gym. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and 2 meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as free stocked minibars and bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 175 for adults and ZAR 175 for children

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 258 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's WhatsApp mobile app before check-in
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of ZAR 80 (exact amount varies) at check-out
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 175 for adults and ZAR 175 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Kiwara Guesthouse B&B Randburg
Kiwara Guesthouse B&B
Kiwara Guesthouse Randburg
Kiwara Guesthouse Randburg
Kiwara Guesthouse Bed & breakfast
Kiwara Guesthouse Bed & breakfast Randburg

Frequently asked questions

Is Kiwara Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kiwara Guesthouse?

As of Feb 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kiwara Guesthouse on Feb 8, 2026 start from ₩103,898, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kiwara Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM–7:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Kiwara Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Kiwara Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Kiwara Guesthouse located?

Located in Randburg, this bed & breakfast is within 6 mi (10 km) of University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg Zoo, and South African National Museum of Military History. Sandton City Mall and Sandton Convention Centre are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Kiwara Guesthouse Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very comfortable stay at Kiwara. The host was lovely, room comfortable, secure parking and easy access to come and go as I needed. I chose it for its location close to places where I needed to be. Loved the rooftop garden with spaces to relax. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was very peacful and amzing service and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles Jeremy

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

Fantastic stay experience.

My stay was fantastic and made so welcome. The hosts Suzanne and her daughter definitely go the extra mile to cater for all your needs.. Will highly recommend, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrews

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner is an excellent host and very very helpful. The room was very neat and the facilities were excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

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

Gem in the city Romantic getaway

Amazing Guesthouse with different themes for each room. My second stay there. Excellent service. Suzanne and team go all out to make our stay perfect. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

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

Amazing and awesome place

Amazing and beautiful place. Peaceful and distinctively designed. Each room is decorated differently. We stayed in the deluxe room which was very beautiful and clean. Thank you Suzanne and your staff. The breakfast was mouthwatering thank you Chef. Roof garden was awesome. We really enjoyed our stay at Kiwara and would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nirendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024