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Kensington Guess House Hotel

19 Essex Street, Johannesburg, South Africa - Close to airport

Overlooking the mountain, the comfortable Kensington Guess House Hotel Johannesburg is 1.6 miles from the modest-sized Rhodes Park.

Location

The guest house has a convenient setting about 25 minutes' walk from Bezuidenhout Park, while natural sights like The Wilds Municipal Nature Reserve Park are around 10 minutes' drive away. Attractions, 1.4 miles from this Johannesburg hotel, include Maboneng Precinct. For sport lovers the Kensington Guess House Johannesburg offers proximity to Ellis Park Stadium, which is approximately 30 minutes' walk away. The accommodation is a mere 0.6 miles from Oribi Hotel Taxi bus stop and 6 miles from Gau Sandton train station in Johannesburg.

Rooms

The hotel offers rooms with a balcony complete with air conditioning. You will also find a fridge and a kitchenware available in the rooms. Featuring comforts such as bathrobes and towels, the private bathrooms are fitted with a separate toilet and a shower.

Food & Drinks

Kung-Fu Kitchen is situated right around the corner from the Kensington Guess House.

Why choose Kensington Guess House Hotel Johannesburg

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  • Free WiFi throughout the property

  • Balconies with mountain views

  • Private bathrooms with spa bath

  • Refrigerator and dining table

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Free parking

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed

Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV

General facilities

  • No smoking on site

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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Check-in:
from 14:00 until 22:00
Check-out:
from 09:00 until 10:00

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19 Essex Street, Johannesburg, South Africa

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