Inn and Out Plus Craighall

Hotels
6.4 (1313 reviews)
14 Portland Ave, Craighall Park , Johannesburg , ZA

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Business center
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
4.54
Consistently mentioned as dirty and unkempt throughout multiple reviews.
Service
8.51
Mixed reviews, but some staff were described as friendly and willing to help.
Location
7.05
Some positive mentions, but concerns about cleanliness in the area.
Room Quality
5.5
Issues with dirty rooms and old furniture, leading to discomfort.
Amenities
6.53
Amenities were lacking, especially in terms of breakfast and broken facilities.
Value for Money
5.99
Not perceived as good value due to poor conditions.
Food and Beverage
5.54
Breakfast options were limited and not meeting expectations.
Overall Experience
7.51
Some positive experiences, but overshadowed by numerous negative aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 06:56

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in modern rooms at Gardenia Boutique Hotel, featuring air conditioning, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV for your comfort.

Culinary Delights
Savor a variety of dining options at our restaurant, offering a continental breakfast buffet, light lunches, and dinners upon request.

Relaxing Amenities
Unwind by the outdoor pool, explore the garden, or utilize the meeting facilities and free WiFi during your stay at Gardenia Boutique Hotel.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience at Gardenia Boutique Hotel in Dunkeld West.

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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: JNB

Location

Guest Reviews

6.4
Based on 1313 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.54
Service: 8.51
Location: 7.05
Room Quality: 5.5
Amenities: 6.53
Value for Money: 5.99
Food and Beverage: 5.54
Overall Experience: 7.51
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Schutte • solo_traveller • za
3
Pros:

The location is in a secure area, and close to everywhere we needed to go.

Cons:

Stained bedding and towels. No complimentary coffee station or bathroom soap. We also had to ask for toilet paper. There is enough dining seating as some of the chairs were broken. The primary door is broken. The second on-suite bathroom shower door was broken. Out of the 3 tvs only 2 worked after having to ask for the correct plug. Not one of the tv remotes worked. The wifi kept on going on and off. The kitchen was basically unusable as there aren't enough cutlery, plates, cups or glasses for the amount of guests the room accommodates. There's no soap, sponges or kitchen towels to do the dishes with. The photos were definitely a few years ago as the place is currently in dire straits of maintenance. Unfortunately we can't recommend this place at all. As for a Boutique Hotel, I would rather call this a overnight motel/lodge.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Lindy • solo_traveller • za
1
Appalling. Stay away.
Pros:

The location.

Cons:

It was dirty, stains on linen, the walls were patchwork, furniture falling apart, toilet seat doesn’t even match the toilet. Appalling. Actually checked out shortly after checking in and logged a cancellation and refund with Booking.com.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Lubbe • solo_traveller • za
10
Awesome budget friendly getaway
Pros:

The tranquility of the location.

It's quiet and peaceful.

Cons:

The units are not as equipped as stated

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Annah • family_with_children • za
9
Very relaxed stay with our kids
Pros:

It accommodated us as family very comfortably. The rooms we spacious

Cons:

all was well

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Carika • solo_traveller • za
2
Cons:

No bathroom carpets
Old damaged towels
Broken furniture.
Rooms look nothing like the puctures inside
Remote of tv doesn't work
Bedlamps has no plug to plug in
Curtains are torn

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Solomon • couple • za
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Vladimir • solo_traveller • za
8
Affordable hotel in Johannesburg
Pros:

The hotel is conveniently located close to Johannesburg and Sandton. Spacious rooms and large beds. Parking is available for hotel guests on the hotel premises. A swimming pool is also available.

Cons:

Rooms and facilities will benefit from some repairs, in particular in the bathroom area. WiFi stability was not always good.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Phumzile • couple • za
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Mkhize • family_with_children • za
7
I loved it, what you need to change is not impossible it just needs effort
Pros:

I loved the fact that it was homely and warm and my kids were happy to be there too...

Cons:

Cleanliness... Please good people we had to start from scratch cleaning the house furniture that was full of dust and not today's dust but one that you could see it was sitting there for ages, the floors we couldn't walk barefoot and the balcony flowers were full with cigarette buds, the table outside would have appreciated a wipe from a cloth since you are expecting guests and the pool area was supposed to have a red tape from the outdoor furniture to the pool it was not up to standard. I will not talk about the tiles of the bathroom because that's now renovation and a complete topic altogether.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Christiaan • couple • za
1
Did not stay! Were made to do an online check in - upon arrival with the rude host- refused to stay because there was no
Pros:

Nothing! Run down place! Nothing like the pictures! Could not stay! Left and dis not check in!

Dodge characters and no toilet
Seat in the unit!

Reception also very rude and just pulling his shoulders up- not trying to sort the problem! Left and was promised that i will get refunded! We will wait and see!

Cons:

Everything! Rude
Dodge place…. Huge question mark-seem like a different business is done here!

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Sibiya • solo_traveller • za
1
Pros:

I'm not happy 😕 at all you said when I booked you have breakfast but I don't get even a sucet of sugar your savis are poor crc and I need my refund for my break fast otherwise I will make you trend cz I was getting cold 🥶 and go 🚶‍♀️ and ask for blanket because you don't have it even a both soap no this thing of yours must go forward what kind of hotel is this ni blanket,no sugar even a small of bath soup where is the microwaves
Do something guys otherwise you will regret your self

Cons:

I like your staff

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Ngwatwane • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Boitumelo • solo_traveller • za
1
Pros:

Horrible stay

Cons:

No extra blankets we had to move the bed next to the air-conditioning to stay warm bathroom shower was still under construction

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • za
5
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Joy Kgalalelo • solo_traveller • bw
3
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Thompson Mathabatha • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Lee Ann • family_with_children • zw
4
Pros:

Loved the space that the apartment had and was in a great location.

Cons:

The maintenance need is a lot. Whilst the bathrooms were beautiful the tiles in the shower were missing so it was painful to stand on. The kitchen wasn't equipped at all as there was only 2 teaspoons, 1 fork, and 3 plates. The dinning room chairs could not be sat on as they were so wobbly and about to break. BUT the gentleman is reception was absolutely great

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Patrick Zondi • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Ayesha • extended_group • za
5
Cons:

They do not offer breakfast but on the poster it states breakfast is offered !

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Sheena • couple • gb
1
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee