Located in Kensington, a neighbourhood in Johannesburg, Margaret's Place is in a shopping district and near the airport. South African National Museum of Military History and Apartheid Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bedford Centre Shopping Mall and Eastgate Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Ellis Park Stadium or Wanderers Stadium.
Bedford Centre Shopping Mall - 8 min drive - 1.9 km
Eastgate Shopping Centre - 8 min drive - 2.3 km
Ster-Kinekor Eastgate - 8 min drive - 2.3 km
Bruma Flea Market - 9 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Ellis Park Station - 14 min drive
Johannesburg Park Station - 25 min drive
Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Nando's - 3 min drive
Sass Cafe - 4 min drive
Cut & Craft - 12 min walk
Fournos Bakery - 4 min drive
Ottimo Pizza - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Margaret's Place have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Margaret's Place?
As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Margaret's Place on 13 December 2026 start from NZ$76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Margaret's Place pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Margaret's Place?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Margaret's Place?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Margaret's Place?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Does Margaret's Place provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7 AM-8 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 290.00 per vehicle applies.
Where is Margaret's Place located?
Located in Kensington, this aparthotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Rhodes Park, Eastgate Shopping Centre and Bedford Centre Shopping Mall. Ellis Park Stadium and South African National Museum of Military History are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Margaret's Place Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Innocentia
9 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Cleanliness, friendly staff, clean pool
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
joseph
12 March 2025
Liked: Amenities, communication
The staff were amazing. Nice and accommodating. There were issues with water pressure and hot water. Pool was clean but cold. Loved the property dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Karen
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a nice room with a kitchen behind the main house. There was a washer and dryer to use for a small fee. Parking was convenient behind a gait in the front. It was easy to come and go. The room was basic but a good deal for the price. There was a nice pool but it was winter so no desire to use.
a very quaint and quiet place. Pool was cold but very clean and refreshing. The outside ambience was nice and relaxing. The kitchen is very well stocked with everything you need to cook, although the burners take a long time to heat, it was sufficient enough for me to cook. Not hot enough to boil a pot of pasta water though. I am very pleased with everything overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Antoine
2 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Le confort est basique. Il n’y a aucun restaurant ou commerce à distance raisonnable dans le quartier.
Margaret is a friendly, hospitable hostess and runs her business very efficiently. From our first correspondence she was extremely helpful, interactive, wanting our stay to be as comfortable as possibe. Margaret's Place is the perfect place to spend the night before a flight, it being so close to OR Thambo Airport. We will be staying there again.
A One night stay on our way through Johannesburg. Loved the dogs. Very clean but a little tired. Fairly safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
4 December 2018
Liked: Cleanliness
I would be more than happy to come back to this guesthouse , Margaret and her husband are such a lovely couple ,
Spent most of my time relaxing around the nice sized swimming pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
leandro
30 August 2018
Ótimo
Local confortável, agradável. Um jardim lindo. A dona da propriedade nos sugeriu um bom restaurante e até nos deu carona pra lá.
It's a very good place. Everything is ok. The only problem is no working desk. Will try the bigger room next time. It's good to have a emergency light in the room because of the load shedding.
Very good, neat, clean, quiet and good location with no security issues. Friendly manager and staff. Would recommend to anyone on a business trip to Johannesburg, very convenient and private.
A lovely place in a quiet neighbourhood. Margaret was very friendly and took time to welcome me and explain a few things. The garden and pool area were very nice.I felt at home.
Un petit coin de Paradis au milieu de la verdure et des oiseaux. Un accueil chaleureux et une volonté de satisfaire le client. Propre et confortable.
Situé dans un endroit calme mais pas tres éloigné du centre grâce à l’application Uber qui permet d’avoir une voiture en 3 ou 4 minutes pour un prix dérisoire . Moins cher et plus confortable que le car. A recommandé
I had a very nice couple of days at Margaret's Place and Margaret herself was a delightful hostess. I highly recommend this place. The WiFi worked excellently, no shortage of hot water, laundry facilities on site and there was cereal, milk, coffee and tea waiting in the little kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review
8/10 Good
linda
28 May 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely accomodation in Johannesburg
Margareth is very sweet and helpfull.
She know exactly where to go and gives us Good advice.
Good place to stay two nights and very save!!