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Old Umtali Guest House

55 Albatross Drive | Fourways, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Old Umtali Guest House
Ranked #79 of 188 Johannesburg B&B and Inns
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Jinja, Uganda
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2013

We actually stayed at the annex location for Old Umtali just a few blocks away. The location was perfect--just off the highways for quickly popping into the city. No fault of Old Umtali, but the annex has terrible cell reception. Our data plans couldn't work from the flat. The flat was basic, but very secure and comfortable. Our flat was... More

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Somerset West, South Africa
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16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 17, 2012

I stayed a few times in Old Umtali now and I keep returning. Why? I just need a room which is clean and central located. This Guest House does provide that! The room is small, but big enough and supplies you with all you need. The furniture is a bit outdated and the bathroom tiny. The DSTV channels are more... More

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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2012

I booked my stay here on the recommendation of a friend, mostly due to its central location in the Joburg Northern suburbs and good access to the freeway. My room was very small, especially the bathroom. The room fittings were ok, not great but not too bad. The TV was tiny with a poor picture, I got the impression that... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 17, 2007

Recommend this guest house if you need to stay in Jo'burg. Very secure, good location (near Montecasino), beautiful private room, tasty breakfast and a very warm welcome! Only stayed one night on my travels but would definitely go back if I'm in the area again.

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Address: 55 Albatross Drive | Fourways, Johannesburg, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Gauteng > Greater Johannesburg > Johannesburg
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Ranked #79 of 188 B&Bs / Inns in Johannesburg

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