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Thaba Eco Hotel

4.0 star property
Escape to an oasis that combines natural beauty with endless activities for all ages - hike by day and unwind by night.

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Nestled in Johannesburg South, Thaba Eco Hotel is a haven of tranquility. Indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments at Sinzinani, or get active with hiking/biking and the 24-hour gym. The on-site coffee shop/cafe, playground, garden views from Kraal Restaurant and an outdoor pool create a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Johannesburg South, a neighborhood in Johannesburg, Thaba Eco Hotel is in the mountains. SAB World of Beer and Observatory Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gold Reef City Theme Park and Sci Bono Discovery Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Gatwick Park and Johannesburg Zoo. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Johannesburg travel guide
Map
2091, Gauteng, Johannesburg South, Impala Road, Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve

What's nearby

  • Gold Reef City which includes heritage architecture, art and outdoor art
    Gold Reef City Casino
    7 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Apartheid Museum showing a city
    Apartheid Museum
    8 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gold Reef City Theme Park
    7 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Expo Centre Johannesburg
    9 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Sandton Station
    22 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Perfect
    6 min drive
  • Wimpy
    6 min drive
  • Aroma Di Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Mugg & Bean
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive

About this property

Thaba Eco Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Gold Reef City Casino
At Thaba Eco Hotel, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a playground. Indulge in a body wrap, a body scrub, and a facial at Sinzinani, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Kraal Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like hiking/biking. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a porter/bellhop, and wedding services
  • Newspapers in the lobby, massage treatment rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 52 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free stocked minibars and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and hair dryers
  • Plasma TVs with premium channels

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Fire Kraal Sports Bar
  • Kraal Restaurant
  • Olive Tree Coffee Shop

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 400.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 500.00 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 715 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 400.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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

Thaba
Thaba Eco
Thaba Eco Hotel
Thaba Eco Hotel Johannesburg
Thaba Eco Johannesburg
Thaba Hotel
Thaba Ya Batswana Hotel Johannesburg
Thaba Eco Hotel Johannesburg South
Thaba Eco Johannesburg South
Thaba Eco Hotel Hotel
Thaba Eco Hotel Johannesburg South
Thaba Eco Hotel Hotel Johannesburg South

Frequently asked questions

Does Thaba Eco Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Thaba Eco Hotel 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 Thaba Eco Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Thaba Eco Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Thaba Eco Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM–5:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 715 per vehicle applies.

Where is Thaba Eco Hotel located?

This family-friendly Johannesburg hotel is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve and Thaba Trails. Gold Reef City Theme Park and Southgate Mall are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Thaba Eco Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have been staying at Thaba Eco for 3 years and my wife and I have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Having said this, with the lockdown restrictions, the charm has changed, I.e. the vibe and energies from people was missing. One of the most impressive things
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Carol, Komatipoort

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotels.com booking discount

I think we must all be treated the same, I didn't like the way Xolani did when I checked in especially that I booked with my discount after the 10th stay and I really felt like I was given a room that was different and the porter was even surprised that I was given that room (325). I liked the hotel as I stayed there several times but from that day I think it was my last stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

Thaba Eco Hotel - hidden gym in JHB

Great place - will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Thaba

A hidden gem in the bush close to the city
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very, very spacious room and bathroom. Well provisioned: robes, iron & board, hair blower, tub, shower, dual sinks, air con. Generous breakfast buffet. Good restaurant. Terrific security, felt very safe. Accommodating staff. Bad lighting at bathroom sinks and in bed area. The doors locked, but had gaps that exterior light came through, odd!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dineo

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

The best

It was awesome amazing the best. It was everything I needed for my honeymoon 👌👌👌
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Salome

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

Class 1 Accommodation in Joburg

Our stay was amazing, we loved everything about the place, from the warm welcoming (thanks to Bronbi-ann Pulford & Noma Dlamini) to the scrumptious food. However, I would like to suggest that the check-out time be extended a bit, if possible, be moved to 11:00 am at least, especially on weekends.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service

Good to mediocre

Food was great. Service was as well. Missed little things like replacing water in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

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

A piece of tranquility at a great location

Excellent location. Feels like you’re in the middle of the African bush. Great room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Outstanding

Tranquility at its best. Such a beautiful hotel, spacious rooms. We enjoyed a scrumptious dinner, big portions great value for money. Wide variety for breakfast. Highly recommended, and oh complimentary bar and snacks 💯
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Manal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot in the South for nature lovers ..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

Hotel great

We hosted a wedding at Thaba over this past weekend . All in all , I must compliment the banqueting staff, everything ran smoothly . The food was delicious. Your wedding coordinator needs some work , she was NOT present and everytime we called Linda - she was in a meeting of sorts. She , unfortunately needs further training as she was of NO assistance at all.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great but....

Stay was great but I was in bed with my partner and had the do not disturb sign on my door. The cleaning staff opened my door (without even knocking) and asked if I wanted towels. I was very taken aback as I thought I had maybe forgot to put the sign up. I then refused towel service and asked the cleaning staff if my do not disturb sign was on- to which she replied that it was- but she still needed to ask if I wanted towels. This is total disregard for protocol and privacy and I was not impressed with the intrusion. Overall it was a nice stay- but I was not happy with that part of the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

John

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

A great find

Super efficient and friendly staff. Keen "second mile" attitude, always ready to assist wherever they can. Magical views. Immaculate, spacious rooms. Good comfortable beds...crisp white linen. Little thoughtful extras (snacks in the room & complimentary bar fridge) were a pleasant surprise. Super pool area and great 'Eco ' bar surrounded by beautifully kept indigenous gardens. Fantastic Spa . Very good buffet breakfast . Great food and excellent staff at the restaurant. (Only wish those plastic table cloths & chairs would disappear!) 😃 Very environmentally conscious. Loved our stay ! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Venessa

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

A real Gem!

The room was so luxurious and the view beautiful. The minibar was a wonderful surprise!! The breakfast was superb. We can't wait to visit again. However, next time a little bit longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marinda

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

Hidden gem

Amazing. Can recommend for anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

2/10 Terrible

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Very poor service.

My daughter was charged twice for her room due to a fault in the hotel system and they made life very difficult for her when she was checking out. Given that she was part of a wedding party it pretty much destroyed the occasion and made the journey to the airport very stressful. The hotel therefore destroyed any goodwill that 5hey had created with us and the wedding party.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chantel

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

Lovely getaway

Was amazing will see you soon!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good stay

Good experience but I was disappointed with the state of the carpets.

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic service in a beautiful area. Buffet dinner expensive, better off taking an uber to shopping mall where there are plenty of food options.

8/10 Good

Keith

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

Bush country 30 mins from Joburg

Spectacular location just 30 mins from Joburg. Spectacular view from room with floor to ceiling windows. Dinner very good but breakfast service very slow - I had to leave after a 45 min wait for an meeting so missed it

10/10 Excellent

Fhatuwani

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

Rails in shower

The place is amazing. The showers just need rails and bench inside.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

dee, uk

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

Lovely

Lovely hotel. Very impressed with the free mini bar that I wasn’t expecting. Beautiful gardens. I would come and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

tope, atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Fair hotel

It’s fair hotel Nice secluded location, WiFi in the unit that I stayed did not work and I asked the staff, I was told it doesn’t work on weekends and I will have to wait till Monday?? The room looks nice but the ac unit is obviously small for the size of the room and so it was not as effective as it should be! Food buffet not a lot of selection! Will I come back to the hotel? Poor in terms of value for money!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018