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Purple Olive Guest House

3.0 star property
Guests relax with books in the garden or enjoy refreshing pool dips at this welcoming retreat where evenings bring delicious dinners and local conversation

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The Purple Olive Guest House in Wonderboom offers a genuinely warm welcome. Travelers start their day with continental breakfast, spend afternoons unwinding by the outdoor pool or lobby fireplace, and enjoy international cuisine at the on-site Restaurant.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is £27
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Room options

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View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (#11)

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (#11) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (#11)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room (#12)

Family Quadruple Room (#12) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room (#12)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Wonderboom, a neighbourhood in Pretoria, Purple Olive Guest House is in the suburbs and near the airport. Kruger Museum and Melrose House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pretoria Country Club and Waterkloof Golf Club. National Zoological Gardens of South Africa and Ditsong National Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Visit our Pretoria travel guide
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68 Ray St, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0182

What's nearby

  • Wonderboom Nature Reserve which includes rainforest and landscape views
    Wonderboom Nature Reserve
    6 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Lion Park showing tranquil scenes and animals
    Lion & Safari Park
    34 min drive - 32.0 miles
  • Great food, drinks and vibe.
    Sandton City Mall
    43 min drive - 39.6 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Square
    43 min drive - 39.6 miles
  • Montecasino
    43 min drive - 39.6 miles

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria)
    66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Eat In Italian
    4 min drive
  • Boston BBQ
    19 min walk
  • KFC
    6 min drive
  • Arrow Ridge Spur Steak Ranch
    16 min walk
  • Maders Slaghuis
    5 min drive

About this property

Purple Olive Guest House

Guest house located in Wonderboom
You can look forward to a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception at Purple Olive Guest House. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and barbecues
  • Multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Purple Olive Guest House have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 50 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (119 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 100 for adults and from ZAR 50 for children
  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Purple Olive Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Purple Olive Guest House?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Purple Olive Guest House on 1 Apr 2026 start from £27, 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 Purple Olive Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Purple Olive Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Purple Olive Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Purple Olive Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Purple Olive Guest House located?

Located in Wonderboom, this guesthouse is steps from Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve and within 3 mi (5 km) of Magaliesberg Protected Natural Environment and Wonderboom Nature Reserve. Kolonnade Shopping Centre and National Zoological Gardens of South Africa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Purple Olive Guest House Reviews

7.8

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lyson

The reception, securityand cleanliness was top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillistus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very friendly and we did receive warm welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was comfortable to sleep here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bheki

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

Great stay

My stay was amazing and awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Nyaradzo

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bathrooms need a serious upgrade. You have to call for them to open and close the gate which means you are not really free to enter and exit. Wifi is super slow and constantly disconnects
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Regina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I booked online got a confirmation and the drove 34 km from where i was when i get to the hotel they told me that they r fully booked and they ddnt see my booking and they dont know the agency that i have used...had to look for other place to sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Not bad. Could improve
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Gerhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELL

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zinhle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019