African Roots Guest House

Property class: 3.5

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You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at African Roots Guest House. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as conference space and a restaurant.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, two chairs, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with a black headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Double Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a radio, a mirror, and a television.

Premium Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and three framed artworks on the wall.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A four-poster bed with a framed artwork above it, two bedside tables with lamps, and a decorative plate on the wall.

Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with a black headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Classic Double Room

  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Polokwane, African Roots Guest House is near the airport. Polokwane Art Museum and Polokwane art park are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Polokwane Lifestyle Centre and Mall of the North. Visit our Polokwane travel guide
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58a Devenish Street, Polokwane, Limpopo, 0699

What's nearby

  • Polokwane Art Museum
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Tom Naude Park
    5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Van Zyl Park
    6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Peter Mokaba Stadium
    7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Meropa Casino & Entertainment World
    13 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Polokwane (PTG-Polokwane Intl.)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Falcon Rock Spur Steak Ranch
    4 min drive
  • Amarillo Spur Steak Ranch
    9 min drive
  • Ocean Basket
    9 min drive

About this property

African Roots Guest House

  • Guesthouse near the airport
  • You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at African Roots Guest House. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with conference space and a restaurant.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and luggage storage
    • Barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with shampoo
    • 54-cm LED TVs with premium channels
    • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Frequently asked questions

Does African Roots Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at African Roots Guest House?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at African Roots Guest House on Nov 1, 2026 start from $78, 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 African Roots Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at African Roots Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM–6:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at African Roots Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does African Roots Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–6:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 300 per vehicle applies.

Where is African Roots Guest House located?

Situated near the airport, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tom Naude Park and Van Zyl Park. Polokwane Art Museum and Irish House Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

African Roots Guest House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic place to rest.

It's safe, clean and well situated. This is my second stay and I will keep coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

What a real gem. We only stayed one night on our way to Kruger. From reception to the person sweeping the grounds we were treated excellent. Breakfast was great and definitely plentiful. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
African Roots is a comfortable Guest House in Polokwane, with adequate safe parking, convenient for short business trips
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always nice to return to this Guesthouse
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short notice business trip and was happy to find one of my favorite Guesthouses in Polokwane available for booking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Part of a longer business trip and will return again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is beautiful with so much to offer after a long day. The staff are fantastic, big smiles and eager to assist wherever possible. the room was huge, clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La gentillesse du personnel a notre egard
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great services. Excellent food. Comfortable bed. I highly recommend this place to anyone traveling to Polokwane.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024