Idwala Garden Rooms
Idwala Main House Room
Idwala Garden
Idwala Lounge
Idwala Splash Pool
Garden Rooms
Johannesburg accommodation
Idwala is still an insider tip for the discerning traveler, offering its guests a luxurious and quiet retreat where they can relax and immerse themselves in exquisite stylish surroundings. The dedicated staff of this unique Boutique Guest House focus on personal service and attention to detail. Our passion is to care for a handful of guests who are looking for the finer things in life.
Whether you are looking for an intimate escape or a relaxing oasis during your business stay, Idwala is the ideal place for you. Situated conveniently in the middle of Johannesburg, in the upmarket leafy - green suburb of Darrenwood, Idwala is away from the hustle and bustle of the large city and yet just a few minutes from popular shopping centres, the ever expanding business centres like Sandton and popular tourist attractions.
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Idwala is graded 5 Star by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
Read Idwala's ratings on Tripadvisor
'Indwe' Inflight Magazine, 04/2007
'The Citizen', 07/2007
Idwala is featured in the Portfolio Collection - Benchmark of the Best holiday accommodation in South Africa and Swaziland
Idwala on Facebook
'Good Taste Magazine, 08/2007
read here what our guests say about us
Idwala Guest House is featured in the Greenwood Guide to South Africa, hand-picked accommodation
'Blue Train Magazine', 02/2008
Idwala was awarded with "Business of the year" from the Randburg Chamber of Industrie and Commerce
'About time' inflight magazine, 09/2008
Idwala has been endorsed as 'Associate Member' of the AA.
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14.12.06 Joey, Cape Town
What a brilliant home to come to after a hard day at work. Absolutely amazing! Looking forward to the next time
16.12.06 Armin and Andrea Doerr, Saarbruecken, Germany
Was 5 weeks here, every day was nice, enjoyed so much, will come back asap. Many thanks
18.01.07 Erick V. Zyl, Centurion, South Africa
A wonderful escape within the city!
18.01.07 Pumula Mangena Bryanston, South Africa
Most amazing getaway guest house. Has the game lodge feel, a wonderful place to escape city life.
28.01.07 Helena Paoli and Michael Livingston ,Singapore
A hidden gem in the city! Lush gardens, charming rooms true south African feel and fantastic service an exotic city retreat.
03.03.07 Lucie Lacourt, Hong Kong
It was home for couple of days. Peaceful, very friendly welcome, great times! Makes it harder for me to fly home. vielen Dank for everything!!
18.03.07 Laura, Finland
A perfect way to end our marvelous time in South Africa!
10.11.2006 Bruce Young, UK
Very much home from Home absolutely brilliant! Thanks for the 5* Service. Will be back!!
11.05.2007 Pascal Alderweireldt, Belgium
This was my first time out of Europe and the first visit to SA. I had a really nice stay in this guest house and a great experience in discovering Africa.
31.5.2007 Soran Hourami, London
This was by far on of the bvest places I have stayed at. The staff were delightful and the rooms sublime. Will be back for sure.
23.03.07 Daniella, Kings Camp, SA
Our second time at Idwala and even better. We love this place and will be back.
02.04.07 Tanja und Wolfgang, Germany
Ein unvergesslicher Urlaubsanfang! Unsere 24-stuendige Anreise war in Sekunden vergessen. Dank der lieben und herzlichen Gastfreundschaft. Wir kommen wieder. Ausserdem haben wir bei euch das beste Erdbeer-Baisser der Welt gegessen. Schon alleine das ist eine Reise wert.
03.05.07 Ewa & Grzegorz, Poland
It was our first trip to SA. And thanks to your hospitality we felt like home. We’ve made some comparison and conclusion is: Idwala is the best!!! We’ll be back some day.
16.06.07 Ravi Ravindranath, USA
I will cherish this stay for a long time to come. I travel extensively, but nothing can match the comfort I got and experienced here. Will tell my colleagues to consider staying here! The food was great and I felt like staying at my own home!
17.07.07 Mr and Mrs Forrester, Sandton
The perfect way to start our honeymoon! The wedding night was stunning… thanks for the little things that made everything special. Love Claire and Jake
27.07.07 Ouarda, France
It is the best place where I have ever been. Thank you!
29.07.07 Leon and Brenda Conradie,Pretoria
The hospitality, good service, attention to the smallest detail and great atmosphere made this a truly memorable stay. Stylish and beautiful too We loved our visit t your Guest House. Thank you
29.07.07 Kumar Rajanopacan, India
Attention to ambience details, service as one would serve friends at home, exquisite food and beverages. Makes one feel how a house should be. A truly aspirational living style. Would make us feel why we had to leave this place at all.
30.08.09 Jo & Bruce Woodbury, Australian Embassy Hanoi, Vietnam
This was the perfect place to stay on our last night in Africa. It exceeded all our expectations- we can’t wait to come back!!
31.08.07 Juraiz Agduul Azaz
One of my best stays ever enjoyed on a business trip. The business trip was no more a ‘business’ trip. Great hospitality!!!
06.09.07 Thomas Biermann, Germany
This was the perfect place to stay during my business trip. Fantastic guest house, will come back!
13.11.07 Elvira und Kurt Rohrer, Kuesnacht Switzerland
Die Zeit hier war wunderschoen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefuehlt. Alle waren sehr liebenswuerdig und sehr hilfsbereit. Herzlichen Dank fuer alles. Wir kommen wieder!!!
03.12.07 K-Anne Crruz, Manila, Philippines
No words can explain the beauty of this place. Hope to be back soon. Thanks to everyone, you made my stay a whole lot memorable. 6 Stars to you guys
19.02.08 Barbara Strunz, Nuernberg, Germany
Probably the most relaxing place in town. Thank you, I had a very good time and come back for sure
12.12.07 Matthias Molin, Daenmark
One month here? A piece of cake! With this food and service? No problem! Will be back for sure!!
27.03.09 Jens & Katja, Germany
Thank you for the brilliant service in this small oasis close to the big town. We got much more than expected!
30.03.08 David Moar, UK
What can I say. This is my 3rd stay within a year. The staff are unbelievable.
04.04.08 Greig & Taryn Wegerle,KZN
What a stunning spot – the “Bush” away from the city. Thank you for 5 Star treatment, accommodation and dining!
05.04.08 Warren & Anne Robins, Gauteng
WOW! What a beautiful place. Thank you for making our honeymoon night so very special!
10.04.08 Lybnn Colledge ,Cape Town
This is by far the best Guesthouse I have stayed in – thanks for making me feel at home!
08.03.08 Uri Weiss, Tel Aviv, Israel
An amazing place to stay at. Not only as a guest, but as a second home. I enjoyed it!
12.03.08 Kilian Carrarini, Switzerland
After many business hotels we found this very lovely spot to combine stay and work. Thanks!
27.05.08 Alisson, Stockholm, Sweden
It has been a great pleasure staying at Idwala and enjoying fantastic moments in front of the open fire and fabulous food and wine with the extremely professional and friendly staff.
02.06.08 Robert and Tanja Brendtner, Burghausen, Germany
Wonderful place for a stopover in Jo’burg – great food, great wine!
16.06.08 Theo Clarke and Sonia Duncan, Ipswich England
Theo’s first and Sonia’s third visit to this magical welcoming place. The round rooms, the personal feel to the furnishings, delicious meals, and – above all – the warm friendliness will stay with us always. Thank you
17.07.08 Lindi Liberty Life, Johannesburg
Great Hospitality – contribute to an excellent business planning session – will be back!
28.07.08 Bruce Mangun, Tel Aviv, Israel
It was a spectacular visit, the atmosphere, hospitality, the service was A-1. Will return again, and again, agn again. Thank you.
10.09.08 Beker Family, Caracas, Venezuela
Idwala is a wonderful place, it’s like coming home, but better! Thanks
15.09.08 Uri Weiss, Israel
My last stay was on the 8.3.08. Since then you just improved. I am coming back March 09! Thanks
19.09.08 Claudio Darpin, Switzerland
I’ve seen many places before, but never I’ve been in a better place. I’ll come back for sure and I’ll recommend Idwala to all my friends. Thanks for the good feelings.
10.01.09 Liam Douglas
Another wonderful stay at the ‘tranquil oasis’ that is Idwala! Thanks to all!
13.11.08 Marian Wood, USA
wonderful introduction to South Africa. Thank you to all the staff for the friendly and welcoming hospitality
13.11.08 Bruce Young
A fantastic 2nd visit – will always return. Thanks
16.02.09 Hanli & Sue, Centurion
Thank you for making our ‘short’ honeymoon so special. It was awesome! Your service 10/10. Well done!
10.02.09 Adde Zeeul, Constantia, SA
Wonderful alternative to the boring business hotels, thank you for the hospitality
27.03.09 Anna & Henrik Wetterstrand, Sweden
Thank you for excellent and personal service. You really know how to spoil your guests. We will surely give you the best recommendations to our friends who will go to South Africa.
16.6.09 Andrew and Tina Elliot, Seaford, England
Very beautiful and friendly outstanding service. Thank you. A great way to start our honeymoon. We can’t wait to come back.
