Amanzi Guest House
64 Rutland Avenue Craighall Park, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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#2 of 407 in Johannesburg
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4.8
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4.9
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4.9
Value
4.8
Amanzi Guest House, AA TravelGuides Superior Grading, 4 Star TGCSA, Central Johannesburg, South Africa, offers luxury bed and breakfast / guesthouse accommodation with self-catering options. Four contemporary urban chic apartments each with private entrances, and three garden cottages. Free unlimited high speed fibre optic Internet access (100 Mps), Satellite TV, secure property with undercover parking. Fenced Pool set in indigenous garden. Added luxuries like hairdryers, luxurious cotton percale linen, a house branded range of natural toiletries and daily refilled bottles of E-spring filtered water. Convenient neighbourhood shops less than a kilometre away - a general grocer, fruit and veg, pharmacy, restaurant - minutes from Sandton, Rosebank, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg CBD. Ideal for business and leisure travelers. Amanzi Guest House specialises in long stays.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Aerobics offsite
Patio
Children's television networks
Highchairs available
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Adult pool
Outdoor pool
Saltwater pool
Fence around pool
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Outdoor dining area
Board games / puzzles
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Rooftop terrace
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
Laundry service
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Desk
Dining area
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Kitchenette
Cable / satellite TV
Electric blanket
Bath / shower
Safe
Seating area
Separate living room
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Iron
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Pool view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
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English, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Zulu
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48Restaurantswithin 0.75 miles
7Attractionswithin 0.75 miles
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64 Rutland Avenue Craighall Park, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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Amanzi worked really well for us as we visited family in a nearby suburb. The neighbourhood was safe and friendly and great for early morning walks. On return, the pool at Amanzi was wonderful for a cool off and big enough to get some exercise. Perfect! Our apartment was spacious and comfortable and the sunny deck was another plus and a sociable place to hang out. We found some good eateries within walking distance and Pam was brilliant at suggesting attractions as far away as the Cape. The local Spa (also within walking distance) was superbly stocked. Another thing worth mentioning was the speed at which we could get an Uber - usually within a few minutes. Definitely a plus! Excellent internet too. Thank you Pam for all your support. We so enjoyed our chats and only sorry we missed out on our last meet up on the deck.…
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Traveled
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After living at @Amanzi for a month and a half, we can say that not only the location but also the people helped to create a real haven of tranquillity for our stay. For anyone considering a stay in Jo'burg, Amanzi will be a great place to immerse yourself in the city and have a rare experience.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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I stayed at Amanzi for three weeks while looking for a more permanent home and I am sad to leave. We had a great, comfortable cottage with everything we needed. There is a beautiful pool to relax by and a deck to sit back and watch the sunset set in quiet gardens. It’s all very peaceful, very safe, very easy and very friendly. Pam could not have made us feel more looked after. We moved with two cats and every effort was made to also accommodate them, even with extra fencing. The area is also close to the beautiful Delta Park as well as Rosebank, Parkhurst and other good places. I can’t think of a better place for short or long term stays.
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Traveled
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Response from Pamela Klette, Owner at Amanzi Guest House
Responded Dec 27, 2020
Dear Oleebg thank you for your enthusiastic review - so happy you felt comfortable and safe and welcome. We loved having you and the 4 legged furry animals stay with us while you searched for your new more permanent home. Take care and wish you great adventures in Johannesburg, and exploring South Africa! Warm regards Pam and the Amanzi team
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Such a wonderful place to stay. A real home away from home. Peaceful, quiet and so comfortable. Conveniently position in a safe and beautiful suburb. Rooms have everything you need and more. You are made to feel so welcome. I love staying at Amanzi.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Traveled
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Response from Pamela Klette, Owner at Amanzi Guest House
Responded Aug 30, 2020
Dear Claire F, Thank you for taking the time to write a review, and for your appreciative comments. We're really happy you find Amanzi peaceful and comfortable. And delighted you love staying here. You know you are welcome always! Warm regards Pam
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I stayed at Amanzi for two months and wanted to bring along two kittens - not the normal request I guess .... however, Pam and Rob - amazing hosts that they are - welcomed me and my fluffs with open arms. We had our own cottage with a private garden and they happily added some more fencing to keep the kittens in my area. The cottage was roomy, fully equipped and self-contained with a private patio which was perfect for the summer weather in ZA. Also perfect for my two month stay as I had my own "home" for the period. The staff were helpful and efficient and eager to meet any request. Pam and Rob are so warm and welcoming run a lovely establishment set in gorgeous tranquil gardens - I would recommend them highly to anyone for both a short or longer term stay!
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip: Several cottages available which is great if you need to stay for longer ...
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Response from Pamela Oldacre Horsfield, Owner at Amanzi Guest House
Responded Apr 20, 2020
Dear Marianne Thank you so much for writing such a lovely review. We loved having you and the two gorrrrrrgeous kitties staying with us. It was a treat! It was fun to watch them grow in the two months and become more adventurous. I had never seen (or heard of) Siberian Forrest cats before! Good to know for the hypoallergenic folk that these cats do not cause allergies. Thank you for your positive comments about the Silver Birch cottage, and so pleased the space and garden worked well for you and the two fluffs! Wishing you lots of years of joy with the two fluffs 😊 warm regards from Pam, Rob and the Amanzi team
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We so enjoyed our stay at this lovely guesthouse. Pam and Rob were warm, friendly and so hospitable. The guesthouse is set in a lush garden with the peaceful sound of water fountains/ponds. Very relaxing. A lovely pool with a sun deck to enjoy the quiet peaceful neighborhood. Safe, secure and very convenient to many of Joburg's top restaurants, shopping malls, galleries and parks. The rooms are well appointed, spacious with all amenities taken care of and super comfy beds and linen. Great WIFI (I was travelling with a teenager!) and full DSTV. Would highly recommend.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Room Tip: We stayed in an upstairs room which was very private, quiet and had a lovely view of the...
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Response from Pamela Klette, Owner at Amanzi Guest House
Responded Mar 11, 2020
Dear 980joh Thank you so much for taking the time to write a lovely review. It was great to have you and your teenager stay with us, and happy you enjoyed the tranquility. Especially pleased we satisfied the teenager's internet needs! Look forward to having you stay again. Warm regards Pam and Rob
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Due to personal reasons, I needed a place to stay at short notice back in September ‘18. By coincidence and my luck, I did find Amanzi guesthouse. I’ve ended up staying there for almost a year and a half and I’ve never made a better travel decision than ending up there. Amanzi is so much more than just another guesthouse. I did find there a true new home with the fantastic people running the place, Rob and Pam. During that extended period we have become like family and friends at the same time. The location of the place is excellent because it’s close the Hyde Park, Rosebank and Sandton, while once inside the gates, you feel like being out in the bush because it’s so peaceful. The gardens are stunning, the pool is great, the dogs lovely and the breakfast superb. I will miss not being there and I am convinced anyone staying there will feel the same about Amanzi guesthouse and their hosts. Many thanks for putting up with me for such a long time! Jeroen…
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Traveled
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Response from Pamela Klette, Owner at Amanzi Guest House
Responded Mar 7, 2020
Dear Jeroen We also were the lucky ones that you found us! We have enjoyed getting to know you over the last year and a half, and you will always be like family, plus a good friend. Thank you for your generous words about Amanzi - I chuckled about your description of feeling like you are in the bush when you are inside. It does amaze me how lucky we are that the property has such a peaceful feeling. I am glad you made such good use of the pool during your months here. The dogs miss you. We miss you! We wish you well for the next steps of your journey! Pam, Rob, Max, Shadow, Deli, Lena and now Siya
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The Amanzi is a very warm and friendly green oasis in Craighall Park. Pam and Rob have created a wonderful place which makes you feel home away from home from day one. I stayed in one of the cottages for 7 months. The setup is such that there is the right balance having privacy and space while having the ability to meet and interact with other guests and staff. The staff is very helpful with anything you might need. The breakfast is a great start of the day, Deli and Thabang are doing a great job preparing a tasty hot breakfast (yummy mushrooms with the scrambled eggs). The cottage was cleaned every day, even the dishes were taken care of when I forgot. Lena was very careful with my dresses and other laundry. So I felt very spoilt. And the sun deck is a great place to have a drink and unwind. The Delta Park and the SPAR (together with some other shops) are at walking distance. So are a few neighborhood cafes and restaurants. Furthermore, Rosebank and Hyde Park corner are close, too. Overall, a great place to stay. Highly recommended.…
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Traveled
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Response from Pamela Klette, Owner at Amanzi Guest House
Responded Feb 24, 2020
Dear MariaMokum Thank you for writing such a lovely review - really so happy that you felt comfortable and at home at Amanzi - we miss you - after your 7 month stay with us!! It was great to have some catch ups on the deck, and get to know you. Thank you also for writing how central and convenient Amanzi is situated for the Park, shops and restaurants. We love being close to these facilities, yet quiet... Wishing you everything of the best, and plenty of new adventures! Pam, Rob and the Amanzi team
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I recently enjoyed 2 incredible days of rest and serious relaxation at the beautiful Amanzi Guest House. After a busy year, I wanted to spend the time unwinding and indeed I did just that in this beautiful, green and peaceful urban oasis. From start to finish I was made to feel like part of the family - Pam and Rob were fabulous hosts, friendly but not intrusive at all - and the guesthouse dogs Max and Shadow were as welcoming as their owners. I slept in and enjoyed tasty breakfasts, featuring homemade muesli, freshly made hot breakfasts and tasty baked treats too. The property is quiet and chilling by the pool with a book, or on the upstairs deck watching the beautiful sunsets was a balm to my tired soul. Highly recommend Amanzi for a short or long term stay, they are perfectly located and close to shops, Sandton, Rosebank areas. Your home away from home in Craighall Park.…
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Response from Pamela K, Owner at Amanzi Guest House
Responded Dec 23, 2019
Dear HeatherHook We enjoyed meeting you and thank you for writing such a lovely review. So pleased you rested and relaxed and enjoyed your stay with us. I think we are very lucky here, as its hard to believe that the buzz of the city is close by. Craighall Park is known for its convenience - close to Hyde Park shops, a few kilometres from Rosebank, yet down the road, is Delta Park, where we so enjoy a daily walk with the dogs. Max and Shadow say "Woof" and we look forward to another stay when you need relax and unwind. Warm regards from all of us at Amanzi Pam
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This is my third stay at Amanzi and as usual the stay was wonderful. Clean, luxurious and comfortable accomodation. Pam, Rob and their warm friendly staff make one feel very welcome. Delicious breakfast ... Always appreciate the fresh flowers in the apartment. Enjoyed relaxing on the deck. Excellent restaurants in the surrounding area. Definately recommend Amanzi as a great place to stay
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from Pamela K, Owner at Amanzi Guest House
Responded Dec 18, 2019
Dear MicheleCoh I can't tell you how happy we are that you choose to come back again and again to Amanzi. We so enjoy having you stay here and love your positivity. Thank you for your lovely review, and by the way, i have used your American scone recipe a couple of times for guests on a Sunday. Guests love them! Look forward to your next trip. Warmly from all of us at Amanzi 😊 Pam
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South AfricaGautengGreater JohannesburgJohannesburg
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about Amanzi Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to Amanzi Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Hyde Park Corner (0.6 miles), Escape Room South Africa (0.7 miles), and Hyde Park Corner (0.6 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Amanzi Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Amanzi Guest House?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Amanzi Guest House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, barbeque facilities, and complimentary tea during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Amanzi Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include DW 11-13, Cnr Cafe Bistro and Deli, and Pronto.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Amanzi Guest House?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Amanzi Guest House?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Amanzi Guest House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Afrikaans, Zulu, and Xhosa.
Are there any historical sites close to Amanzi Guest House?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct (4.5 miles), Johannesburg Fort (4.6 miles), and Nelson Mandela Foundation (2.6 miles).