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A modern building with multiple balconies, large windows, and a brick facade.

A modern building with a brick facade, a black-framed entrance, and illuminated signage.

A loft-style living area with a sofa, coffee table, and staircase.

A reception area with a brick counter and a sign for 'Lofts Manhattan' apartments.

1. Menlyn Lofts

2 km from Central Square

Justin

￥13,410

￥13,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A poolside area with a bar, outdoor seating, and a covered patio.

A bed with white linens, a wall clock, and a lamp.

A long dining table set with multiple wine glasses, plates, and cutlery, surrounded by chairs.

A dining table set with wine glasses, plates, cutlery, and a candle.

2. Opikopi Guest House

2.8 km from Central Square

Cindy

￥19,991

￥19,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A dining area with a table set for two, large windows offering a cityscape view, and a candle on the table.

A modern kitchen with a black refrigerator, wooden cabinets, a dining area with a marble table and chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a view of the landscape.

3. The Capital Trilogy

Menlyn, 0.2 km from Central Square

Eugene

￥13,483

￥15,505 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

A modern living space with a kitchen, dining area, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A couple sitting on a bed with a view of a pool and modern buildings.

4. The Capital Menlyn Maine

Menlyn, 0.2 km from Central Square

Janine

￥14,506

￥16,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An outdoor dining area with a statue, tables, and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a building with illuminated signage.

A spacious lobby with grey sofas, round tables, and a large TV screen.

An infinity pool with a clear view of a residential area and hills in the background.

A modern building with a sign reading "Virgin Active BOUNCE".

5. Menlyn Maine Luxury Rentals

Menlyn, 0.2 km from Central Square

Jocinda

￥9,760

￥11,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A pool area with a thatched-roof building, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

A room with a bed, a bench, a small table, and a window with a view of the interior.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a vase with white flowers, and a refrigerator.

A paved pathway surrounded by various plants and trees, leading to a building entrance.

6. Greenwoods Self-Catering

Garsfontein, 1.8 km from Central Square

Ina

￥11,182

￥11,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A swimming pool with a tiled edge and metal ladder, surrounded by a wooden deck.

A boutique hotel entrance with a brick facade, a covered entrance area with string lights, and a visible reception desk.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and hanging plants.

A large bed with a white and beige bedspread, multiple pillows, and a view of trees through large windows.

7. Menlyn Boutique Hotel

1.2 km from Central Square

isolde

￥20,990

￥24,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor-outdoor living area with seating, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pool, and greenery.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small desk, and a view of the city.

A modern lobby with a sofa set, chairs, and a reception desk.

8. Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott Pretoria Menlyn

0.9 km from Central Square

Ross

￥19,357

￥22,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A buffet setup with various food containers and utensils.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, a television, and a carpeted floor.

9. City Lodge Hotel Lynnwood

2.1 km from Central Square

George

￥15,144

￥17,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern hotel pool area with a hanging chair, lounge chairs, and a glass-enclosed building in the background.

A modern bar with a high ceiling, wooden bar counter, and multiple seating areas.

A casino with multiple slot machines, a central bar area, and a vibrant ceiling display.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a covered outdoor area with umbrellas, and a luxury SUV parked in front.

10. Time Square Hotel

Menlyn, 0.2 km from Central Square

Anonymous traveler

￥23,013

￥26,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor gazebo with string lights, a table set for dining, and lanterns on either side.

A grand ballroom with a central column, a balcony with string lights, and a chandelier.

A building with a brick facade, a tiled roof, and a balcony with a railing.

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, draped with white and beige curtains, and string lights above.

11. Casa Toscana

3 km from Central Square

John

￥15,112

￥38,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A large, multi-story building with a yellow facade and red-tiled roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A spacious living room with a leather sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace with a decorative cow horn.

A dining area with multiple tables set for service, a chandelier, and classical ceiling artwork.

An outdoor patio with checkered flooring, a table with chairs, and a view of the sunset.

12. Castello di Monte

3.1 km from Central Square

Kevin

￥44,804

￥51,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A reception area with a wooden counter, potted plants, and a view of the outside through glass doors.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, water bottles, and papers.

A poolside dining area with a table set for breakfast, including plates, cups, and a croissant.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick building with a covered patio.

13. Town Lodge Menlo Park

Menlo Park, 3 km from Central Square

Kevin

￥10,209

￥11,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern indoor space with checkered flooring, seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, grey upholstered chairs, a round coffee table, a sofa with blue cushions, and a small side table.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with chairs and a small table, a reception desk, and large windows providing a view of the outside.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a multi-story building in the background.

14. Stay at The Regency Apartment Hotel

1.4 km from Central Square

Burgert

￥9,999

￥11,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A reception desk with a computer and a photo collage. The wall behind has the text "CIRCA LYNNWOOD".

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in oven, and a large sink.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden table, two chairs, a black coffee table, a patterned rug, a sofa with green cushions, and a potted plant.

15. Circa Aparthotel by Totalstay

1.8 km from Central Square

Henry

￥6,205

￥7,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A cozy attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a seating area with a small table, and a wardrobe.

A room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a view of greenery outside, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a bookshelf.

A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a lush green landscape with trees and a distant building.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a staircase leading to an upper level.

16. Pretoria Mansion Boutique Hotel

3.1 km from Central Square

￥10,063

￥10,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in washer and dryer, a granite countertop, and a central island with stools.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

A rectangular swimming pool with a brick deck, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a gazebo.

A lush, green landscape with a well-maintained lawn, a circular flower bed, and a swimming pool.

17. 458 on Manitoba

Faerie Glen, 2.1 km from Central Square

￥8,832

￥8,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, and a mirror. There are two chairs and a small table with a plant.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a cushioned seating area.

A residential property with a well-maintained lawn, a house with a red roof, and a variety of trees including a tall palm.

A room with a green wall, a wooden wardrobe, a green chair, a small table with a plant, and a white round rug.

18. Guesthouse Charis

3.1 km from Central Square

￥7,425

￥8,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a wicker chair, and a rug.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small wooden table, a patterned rug, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted mirror.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a large rug, and a wooden headboard.

A building with two numbered doors, a red door, and a white door with a window. There are potted plants on the steps and a brick-paved area in front.

19. Menlyn Stay

0.9 km from Central Square

￥7,857

￥7,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, sun loungers, and umbrellas.

A modern hotel with a tall, white facade and a central entrance. There is a unique sculpture of a face with branches in front of the building.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a small dining area, a TV, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a view of buildings through a large window.

20. Menlyn Apartment - Studio

Menlyn, 0.2 km from Central Square

￥13,326

￥15,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Compare popular hotels close to Central Square

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Menlyn Lofts	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Opikopi Guest House	9.8 Exceptional 43 reviews	View
The Capital Trilogy	9.4 Exceptional 32 reviews	View
The Capital Menlyn Maine	9.0 Wonderful 217 reviews	View
Menlyn Maine Luxury Rentals	9.2 Wonderful 23 reviews	View

Top Central Square Hotel Reviews

The Capital Trilogy

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms. Clean bathrooms. Very comfortable. This was my second time booking. Thanks to the all the staff for the amazing job they do."

Time Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was great. Staff, professional."

City Lodge Hotel Lynnwood

10/10 Excellent

"Super clean and super staff!! Breakfast is excellent. Near 8+ restaurants within walking distance. A grocery store is within 3 min from the front door. Highly recommended!"

The Capital Menlyn Maine

8/10 Good

"Spacious rooms, close to restaurants etc."

Luxury and Convenience - Air-conditioned Apartment in Pretoria

10/10 Excellent

"Our flat was amazing! Beautifully decorated, so much space, close to delicious food and great shopping! Hellen took amazing care of us as well. Highly recommended and we hope to stay here again! "

Other attractions near Central Square

Corobay Corner Office Park

After visiting Corobay Corner Office Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pretoria. Discover the area's stargazing spots and casinos.

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Time Square Casino

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Time Square Casino during your visit to Pretoria? Discover the area's stargazing spots and countryside.

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Menlyn Corporate Park

Menlyn Corporate Park is just one of the places to see in Pretoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's stargazing spots.

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19th Hole Putt-Putt

You can take time to visit 19th Hole Putt-Putt during your travels to Pretoria. Discover the area's stargazing spots and casinos.

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Menlyn Park Shopping Centre

9.0/10 (89 reviews)

During your visit to Pretoria, you can do some window-shopping at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre. Wander the parks or discover the area's stargazing spots.

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Riverwalk Office Park

Riverwalk Office Park is just one of the places to see in Pretoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its casinos.

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Zita Park

Zita Park is just one of the places to see in Pretoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Atterbury Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Atterbury Theatre during your stay in Pretoria. Wander the parks or discover the area's stargazing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Central Square?

Central Square is located in an area of Pretoria that travelers like for its university setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 75 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Central Square?

Adjacent to Central Square, Time Square Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a casino and 9 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott Pretoria Menlyn and Menlyn Maine Luxury Rentals.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Central Square?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Central Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Central Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Central Square.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Central Square?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Central Square, click here.

What can I see and do near Central Square?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Edoardo Villa Museum and Fort Klapperkop Heritage Site. You can enjoy live performances at Atterbury Theatre and Brooklyn Theatre. Enjoy the outdoors at Zita Park, Pretoria National Botanical Garden, or Menlyn Corporate Park.

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Our top choices for Central Square hotels

1. Menlyn Lofts

2. Opikopi Guest House

3. The Capital Trilogy

4. The Capital Menlyn Maine

5. Menlyn Maine Luxury Rentals

6. Greenwoods Self-Catering

7. Menlyn Boutique Hotel

8. Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott Pretoria Menlyn

9. City Lodge Hotel Lynnwood

10. Time Square Hotel

11. Casa Toscana

12. Castello di Monte

13. Town Lodge Menlo Park

14. Stay at The Regency Apartment Hotel

15. Circa Aparthotel by Totalstay

16. Pretoria Mansion Boutique Hotel

17. 458 on Manitoba

18. Guesthouse Charis

19. Menlyn Stay

20. Menlyn Apartment - Studio

Compare popular hotels close to Central Square

Top Central Square Hotel Reviews

The Capital Trilogy

Time Square Hotel

City Lodge Hotel Lynnwood

The Capital Menlyn Maine

Luxury and Convenience - Air-conditioned Apartment in Pretoria

Other attractions near Central Square

Corobay Corner Office Park

Time Square Casino

Menlyn Corporate Park

19th Hole Putt-Putt

Menlyn Park Shopping Centre

Riverwalk Office Park

Zita Park

Atterbury Theatre

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