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The Aviary

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house in Waterkloof Glen

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Property entrance
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
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Sparrow Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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538 Jonathan Street Waterkloof, Pretoria, Gauteng, 18
  • Place, Moreleta Kloof Nature Reserve
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, South African Local Government Association
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Wingate Park Country Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Swallow Room

Swallow Room

  • Garden view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Sparrow Room

Sparrow Room

  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Pretoria

Waterkloof Glen stay.Your stay at this Waterkloof Glen guesthouse places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Moreleta Kloof Nature Reserve and Wingate Park Country Club. South African Local Government Association and Corobay Corner Office Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Moreleta Kloof Nature Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • South African Local Government Association - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Menlyn Corporate Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Wingate Park Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Montecasino - 31 min drive - 52.8 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Something's Cooking By J'something - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lai Jing Chinese Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coco Bistro - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Al's Castle Walk - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Aviary

3.5-star guest house in Waterkloof Glen
As a guest of The Aviary, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Aviary also features a garden, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Pretoria guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
The Aviary offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 3.5-star guesthouse have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Aviary to the airport?

The Aviary is 26.9 mi (29-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Aviary?

As of Mar 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aviary on Mar 22, 2026 start from CA $93, excluding 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.

Does The Aviary have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Aviary.

Does The Aviary offer free breakfast?

The Aviary does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Aviary?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Time Square Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Aviary?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Aviary?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Aviary have a pool?

The Aviary does not have a pool.

Does The Aviary have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Aviary to downtown Pretoria?

The Aviary is 4.9 mi away from Pretoria.

The Aviary Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Halima

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

Lovely Host

Looks exactly like the pictures. Neat and comfortable . Quiet residential area. Safe. Close to where I needed to be
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideally situated, friendly and comfortable, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacomina

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

Most comfortable stay

Amazingly comfortable and spacious. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

JeanMarie, Maputo Mozambique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is lovely with birds and a beautiful garden outside. Absolutely lovely stay and will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018