Thornton Gap Guesthouse

23 Thornton Rd, Westdene, 2092 Johannesburg, South Africa – Great location - show map

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9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
13 reviews

I've booked twice at Thornton Gap, and their service is always outstanding. The rooms are clean and aesthetic. Gordon is always happy and ready to assist even in the worst circumstances. This time, I met James, who was also there to make our stay comfortable, and suggested a few places we could visit. I've found a "home away from home" when I'm in Johannesburg.

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a porch with a couch and a coffee table at Thornton Gap Guesthouse in Johannesburg
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Thornton Gap Guesthouse

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Thornton Gap Guesthouse in Johannesburg provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation offers a shuttle service, while a car rental service is also available. At the guest house, the units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Some units also have a well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge. Parkview Golf Club is 3.4 miles from the guest house, while Johannesburg Stadium is 5.6 miles away. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport, 18 miles from Thornton Gap Guesthouse.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
10
Location
8.5
High score for Johannesburg
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  • Nomagugu
    South Africa South Africa
    “I've booked twice at Thornton Gap, and their service is always outstanding. The rooms are clean and aesthetic. Gordon is always happy and ready to assist even in the worst circumstances. This time, I met James, who was also there to make our stay...”
  • Matthys
    South Africa South Africa
    “The place is awesome and it is nice that there are only four rooms. Everything looks unique and different - the light fittings and art on the walls is different and unique. The kitchen, dining room and bedrooms are very well equipped, and the...”
  • Jamie-lee
    South Africa South Africa
    “We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Thornton Gap, the house was beautiful, even better than the pictures. The staff were so friendly and breakfast was great. We had the house to ourselves for the weekend and it felt like home. We will definitely...”

Managed by Gap Hospitality (Pty) Ltd

Company review score: 10Based on 13 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Gap Hospitality is a group of guesthouses in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg offering both the traditional bed & breakfast as well as a self-catering option. Our guesthouses are very versatile and we are happy to host from one person to a family or even a larger group, be it a special occasion, business/study or just a fun trip to Joburg. Gap Hospitality was established in 2015.

Property info

Thornton Gap Guesthouse is a luxurious, intimate hidden accommodation gem, located in the heart of the quaint and central Johannesburg suburb of Westdene. Situated on Thornton Rd. Westdene is close to the SABC, University of Witwatersrand, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) and the CBD Consisting of only four elegant suites, which can easily be converted into two roomed inter-leading family accommodation, your tranquil stay with us at Thornton Gap Guesthouse is guaranteed to have you returning to us again and again

Neighborhood info

Westdene is one of those pretty little character-filled suburbs, that tend to lie fairly close to Johannesburg's city centre. Its streets are lined with cottage-styled homes with tin roofs, some of which back onto Westdene's park and dam, and the streets are tree-lined and pretty. There is a village feel to Westdene that has persevered, perhaps because of its proximity to RAU, now known as the University of Johannesburg, hence its popularity with students. Westdene is sandwiched between the popular village of Melville and Triomf at the base of the Melville Koppies Nature Reserve on the other side of Perth Road from the University of Johannesburg (a merger between the Technikoon Witwatersrand and the Rand Afrikaans University or RAU, the sports ground of which serves as a buffer between the lower reaches of Melville and Westdene). Nearby is the popular '7de Laan' in Melville depicted in the soapie of the same name, as well as a number of restaurants, bistros and shops worth a visit, whilst a day over the weekend spent in the Melville Koppies is time well spent

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Thornton Gap Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Car rental
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Fan
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

Thornton Gap Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Thornton Gap Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

Please inform Thornton Gap Guesthouse 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.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Thornton Gap Guesthouse

  • Check-in at Thornton Gap Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Room options at Thornton Gap Guesthouse include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Chalet

  • Thornton Gap Guesthouse is 3.7 miles from the center of Johannesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Thornton Gap Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Thornton Gap Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)