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An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, a glass wall, and a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a staircase to an upper level, and a living room with a sofa and cushions.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A kitchen counter with a cheese platter, wine glasses, and bottles.

1. Absolute Farenden Apartments

Arcadia, 2 mi from National Library of South Africa

Siphesihle

£44

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central ornate floor design, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.

A hotel corridor with a marble floor, potted plants, a painting on the wall, and orange curtains.

A large hotel with multiple floors, a central courtyard with seating, and a dome structure.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, leather seating, and a bar area.

2. CT Hotel

Arcadia, 1.4 mi from National Library of South Africa

alex

£51

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel entrance with a central archway, palm trees, and a sign reading "Courtyard Classic".

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, large windows, and a stone wall.

A courtyard with a water feature, palm trees, and a building with a green balcony.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a tiled roof.

3. Court Classique Suite Hotel

Arcadia, 1.8 mi from National Library of South Africa

Brent M

£45

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A serene indoor garden with a small pond, lush greenery, and a stone pathway.

A restaurant with round tables set for dining, large windows offering a view of a historic building and trees.

A hotel lobby with a large potted plant, a chandelier, a television, and a seating area with leather sofas.

A clear pool surrounded by rocks and ferns.

4. Premier Hotel Pretoria

Arcadia, 1.1 mi from National Library of South Africa

laverne

£51

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit building facade.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a grand piano, and a modern reception desk.

A cozy reading nook with a bookshelf, a comfortable armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a curved wall, a minibar, a television, a shower, and a dining area.

5. Southern Sun Pretoria

Arcadia, 0.9 mi from National Library of South Africa

Engundu Yanick

£66

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the city skyline, and a tree in the background.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, patterned carpet, and contemporary furniture.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a blue sofa, a small round table, and a kitchen area in the background.

6. RH Hotel & Apartments - Pretoria

1 mi from National Library of South Africa

Diann

£36

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a bar counter, and hanging plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a cityscape painting, a shelf unit, and a chair.

A buffet with various fruits, vegetables, and prepared dishes.

A modern meeting room with a glass wall, a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a yellow accent chair.

7. Hotel 224 and Apartments

Arcadia, 1.3 mi from National Library of South Africa

Diann

£55

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with decorative items.

A modern kitchen with a central island, equipped with various appliances and a buffet setup.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a telephone.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a pool, and a covered walkway with ceiling fans.

8. ANEW Hotel Capital Pretoria

Pretoria Central Business District, 0.6 mi from National Library of South Africa

TinuVarun

£54

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a round table with a vase, and a reception desk.

A luxurious lobby with a tufted leather armchair, a round ottoman, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to the business center.

A hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas with sofas and armchairs, and a sign indicating the location of the toilets.

A hotel entrance with a sign that reads "MANHATTAN HOTEL redefining the art of hospitality."

9. Manhattan Hotel

Pretoria Central Business District, 0.9 mi from National Library of South Africa

Modjadji Rolci

£37

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a flat roof and large windows.

A restaurant with multiple tables, green checkered tablecloths, wooden chairs, and hanging wicker lamps.

A white van parked at an airport, marked with 'Departures B' sign, and the text 'ARCADA TOURS & TRANSFERS' along with a contact number.

A hotel reception area with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a staircase to the right.

10. Arcadia Hotel

Arcadia, 0.9 mi from National Library of South Africa

patrik

£34

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by stone walls and a tiled edge.

A garden with a palm tree, red vases, and a white wall.

A casual dining area with tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a modern kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a mirror, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

11. Oppi Hoek Guesthouse

1.7 mi from National Library of South Africa

Jarrod

£31

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

12. Ebony Guest House

1.2 mi from National Library of South Africa

£15

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a mirror, and framed artwork on the wall.

A hallway with a wooden door, white walls, and a tiled floor.

A modern two-story building with a blue roof, large glass doors, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.

A residential area with a grey house, a small garden, and a palm tree.

13. Maison Akiba

1.7 mi from National Library of South Africa

mahadev

£27

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with two single beds, a small desk, a wardrobe, and a bathroom.

A room with two sliding doors, a tiled floor, and a window with natural light.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a red blanket, a small table with a vase of greenery, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with two sinks, a window, and a shower area.

14. Sunny Lodge

1.2 mi from National Library of South Africa

£17

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

15. Muckleneuk Manor Guesthouse

1.4 mi from National Library of South Africa

Hellen

£34

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a grassy area and a building with a staircase.

A two-story house with a porch, a satellite dish, and a well-maintained lawn.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a few plants.

A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, two patterned pillows, and two bedside lamps with blue patterned shades.

16. Maple's Guest House

1.8 mi from National Library of South Africa

Anonymous traveller

£81

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, and a ceiling fan.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs. There is a red carpet on the floor, and a painting is visible on the wall.

A courtyard with trees, a blue fence, and potted plants.

A hallway with a red carpet leading to a room.

17. WAMPEX GUEST HOUSE PRETORIA

1.8 mi from National Library of South Africa

£22

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A small bed with a striped pillow, a glass vase with green plants, a desk with a computer, a monitor, and a keyboard.

A computer desk with a Samsung monitor, a keyboard, a mouse, a game controller, and various items like a bottle, a remote, and a small card.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a computer, and a chair.

A bed with striped pillows, a small clock, and a mirror on a wall.

18. Makotinta Family House

1 mi from National Library of South Africa

£22

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A tall hotel with a uniform facade, multiple balconies, and a parking area with several vehicles.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a telephone, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

19. Hotel 224 & Apartments

Arcadia, 1.3 mi from National Library of South Africa

£61

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A corridor with a tiled floor, recessed ceiling lights, and doors on both sides.

A building entrance with a glass door, a tiled staircase, and a clear sky.

A flat-screen TV mounted on a white wall with a built-in bench below.

20. DBright Guest Lodge

1.6 mi from National Library of South Africa

£54

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to National Library of South Africa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Absolute Farenden Apartments	9.0 Wonderful 56 reviews	View
CT Hotel	8.6 Excellent 433 reviews	View
Court Classique Suite Hotel	8.6 Excellent 64 reviews	View
Premier Hotel Pretoria	8.4 Very good 113 reviews	View
Southern Sun Pretoria	8.2 Very good 65 reviews	View

Top National Library of South Africa Hotel Reviews

Manhattan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"An awesome place with excellent service"

Hotel 224 and Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay, they made me feel at home"

StayEasy Pretoria

10/10 Excellent

"EVERYTHING EXCELLENT AND SPLENDID. I L"

ANEW Hotel Capital Pretoria

10/10 Excellent

"A professional and well maintained and serviced Hotel."

Other attractions near National Library of South Africa

A historic building with ornate architecture, surrounded by modern buildings and parked cars.

Church Square

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

View the court where Nelson Mandela was convicted and other historic buildings around this grassy square in the center of Pretoria.

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A historic building with a covered verandah and a white fence.

Kruger Museum

8.4/10 (9 reviews)

This museum housed in the home of Paul Kruger, the Transvaal Republic president and local hero, features many of his possessions including furniture and a boxcar.

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Palace of Justice

After visiting Palace of Justice, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Old Raadsaal

Learn about the local history of Pretoria with a stop at Old Raadsaal. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Sammy Marks Square

Learn about the local history of Pretoria with a stop at Sammy Marks Square. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Strijdom Square

Learn about the local history of Pretoria with a stop at Strijdom Square. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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State Theatre

5.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at State Theatre during your trip to Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Phuza Moya Private Game Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Phuza Moya Private Game Reserve, a lovely green space in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Library of South Africa?

National Library of South Africa is located in an area of Pretoria that travellers like for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 16 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to National Library of South Africa?

Manhattan Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from National Library of South Africa. Other good choices close by include Morning Star Express Hotel and Southern Sun Pretoria.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to National Library of South Africa?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from National Library of South Africa.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Library of South Africa, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near National Library of South Africa.

What can I see and do near National Library of South Africa?

Study the collections at Kruger Museum, Ditsong National Museum of Natural History or Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History. Freedom Park Heritage Site & Museum, Melrose House and Old Raadsaal are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can check out the local talent at State Theatre, Breytenbach Theatre and Brooklyn Theatre.

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Our top choices for National Library of South Africa hotels

1. Absolute Farenden Apartments

2. CT Hotel

3. Court Classique Suite Hotel

4. Premier Hotel Pretoria

5. Southern Sun Pretoria

6. RH Hotel & Apartments - Pretoria

7. Hotel 224 and Apartments

8. ANEW Hotel Capital Pretoria

9. Manhattan Hotel

10. Arcadia Hotel

11. Oppi Hoek Guesthouse

12. Ebony Guest House

13. Maison Akiba

14. Sunny Lodge

15. Muckleneuk Manor Guesthouse

16. Maple's Guest House

17. WAMPEX GUEST HOUSE PRETORIA

18. Makotinta Family House

19. Hotel 224 & Apartments

20. DBright Guest Lodge

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Top National Library of South Africa Hotel Reviews

Manhattan Hotel

Hotel 224 and Apartments

StayEasy Pretoria

ANEW Hotel Capital Pretoria

Other attractions near National Library of South Africa

Church Square

Kruger Museum

Palace of Justice

Old Raadsaal

Sammy Marks Square

Strijdom Square

State Theatre

Phuza Moya Private Game Reserve

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