Festina Lente Guesthouse

Name: Festina Lente Guesthouse
Address: 41 Balmoral Avenue Hurlingham, Johannesburg, za

Location: 41 Balmoral Avenue Hurlingham, Johannesburg, za

Star Rating: 9.7 Stars

Property Type: Guest houses

About this Property

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Exceptional Amenities: Festina Lente Guesthouse offers free WiFi, private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. Each unit is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchenette for your convenience.

Delicious Dining Options: Enjoy a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast at the guest house, with the option of breakfast in your room.

Relaxing Outdoor Spaces: Unwind on the sun terrace or have a picnic in the beautiful picnic area during your stay.

Experience comfort and elegance at Festina Lente Guesthouse. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important Information

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor furniture
Fruits
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Physical distancing in dining areas
Food delivered to guest room
CCTV outside property
Process in place to check health of guests
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Face masks for guests available
Delivered food - securely covered
Security alarm
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Self parking (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Private picnics
Japanese garden
Secured parking
Garage
Vegetarian menu options available

Rooms Available

Deluxe Double Room

This double room offers a fireplace. Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The well-equipped kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a mini-bar as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Deluxe Double Room

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. In the fully equipped kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a mini-bar as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Deluxe Double Room

Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that has a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a mini-bar as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Deluxe Double Room

This double room's special feature is the fireplace. Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which is equipped with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a mini-bar as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Deluxe Double Room

This double room's standout feature is the fireplace. Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. In the well-fitted kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a mini-bar as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Deluxe Double Room

This double room's special feature is the fireplace. Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The fully equipped kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a mini-bar as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

Lois (10/5): We would love to return! - Our room at Festina Lente was a dream - old world, magical decor in a park like setting. We loved every minute of our 3 day stay. While located in the suburbs of Johannesburg, an Uber provided an easy and convenient lift to local shopping, the Apartheid Museum and our bicycle tour of Soweto. Thank you for the fabulous hospitality!
Sally (10/5): - What a wonderful place! Superb hospitality, very comfortable and well equipped and an ideal location. I can highly recommend.
Lourens Pieter (10/5): - Geweldig interieur, oase van rust in drukke stad, prachtige tuin. Zeker aanbevolen!
michael (10/5): UNBELIEVABLE HIDDEN GEM, ELNA DESERVES EVERYTHING AND MORE WITH THIS PLACE - EXCELLENT LOCATION NOTHING
myriam (9/5): Hôte sympathique et réactive -
Lizel (10/5): Exceptional -
Rutherfoord (10/5): Exceptional -
Steven (10/5): From arrival to departure, I was treated as a cherished friend. - My accommodation was cosy,and comfortable. It was a little piece of paradise in the middle of the city. Tranquil, calming and intimate. That added to the genuine warmth of my hostess made my stay pure perfection Having to leave, lol
Beth (10/5): Exceptional -
Brigid (10/5): We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 nights. Each room had its own style and character with gorgeous decor . We were welcomed by - Everything about the property 10/10 Loved everything. Nothing to dislike
Beerd (9/5): Excellent peaceful place, highly recommended as a short retreat - Excellent peaceful place, decorated with attention and love. I had a wonderful few nights that brought me calm and peace!
Suzette (10/5): Unique and loved - Elna is amazing and we loved the unique and beautiful space she created. Thank you for having us and sharing your space filled with love ❤️
Nombina (10/5): Beautiful staycation - Breakfast was amazing and conscious of health priorities. Room was styled impeccably and made your feel like you're in a faraway land. Close to all amenities in Northern joburg. Nothing.
Seedat (9/5): Superb -
Christoph (10/5): The most wonderful place and host. A true gem. - This is the best value for money in the entire SA. A little piece of paradise set in the most tranquil garden. There was nothing not to like.
Vivian (10/5): Exceptional - Absolutely everything was fabulous.
Lisa (10/5): Sensational - Everything! Nothing. I mostly took videos so my photos are limited.
Lulama (10/5): Exceptional -
Noluthando (10/5): Tranquility - Elna is a great host, her place is very peaceful/relaxing, well taken care of. I loved everything
Hope (10/5): Exceptional -
Richi (9/5): Superb -
Andy (8/5): I stayed for a work trip and it was a great little getaway! - The room has been put together with a lot of love; there is gorgeous attention to detail from the apothecary details to the linen to the art. It is beautful and cozy!
Carola (10/5): Exceptional -
Hugo (9/5): Superb -
Felix (9/5): A unique creative expression in a welcoming space. -
Casandra (10/5): Exceptional -
Michelle (6/5): Love the setting and ambience however the bed was too soft so we couldn't return. - Perfect location with quiet setting and visually appealing, great hostess in Elna. Enjoyed the complementary sherry and glass of welcoming wine. The toilet door stuck a bit and had to be forced close. The bathroom bath plug was wrong fit and once closed had to be prized out with a fork or your nail would break. The mattress was too soft and both my partner and I woke every day with back ache. We had to give notice ahead for breakfast so didn't want to inconvenience the owner.
Paulet (8/5): Very good -
Meg (10/5): Exceptional - Great location,attention to detail, wonderful host
Lerato (10/5): Exceptional - Everything!! Elna is the best! Her ability to make people feel at ease and at home is remarkable. Loved everything
Marina (10/5): A Little Piece of Heaven! - Everything!!! Beautiful guesthouse with a great Host!
Ayanda (9/5): Superb -
Andrew (10/5): Exceptional - interesting! very comfortable. nothing.
Heidi (10/5): Exceptional -
Christine (10/5): Convenient stay over from OR Tambo Festina Lente is the best kept secret in Gauteng - Breakfast was served on a tray to our Suite a beautiful presentation and a sumptious selection The guest rooms are decadent a feast for the eyes we will be back to just sample more of this paradise, i loved everything about Festina Lente the stories and the decor is sublime Nothing to not like!
Susanne (10/5): a magical place with a deep sense of calm and a beautiful breakfast. - super spacious, green, in nature but in central Johannesburg