La Orchard Hotel

Hotels
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Independent
6.4 (5 reviews)
5 Louis Rd, Orchards, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2192 , Johannesburg , ZA
27-0111008669

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Facilities

Proposal/romance packages available
Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful and responsive staff (multiple mentions)
Quiet property with garden views
Secure property with cameras and good location near Norwood/Rosebank
Some rooms spacious and comfortable
In-room entertainment available (Netflix, DStv)
Cons:
Frequent cleanliness issues: dirty rooms, sheets, showers and cigarette smells
Hot water unreliable or absent; geyser/no water incidents
Noisy or poorly functioning AC; noisy handyman/nearby noise complaints
WiFi/network problems and missing amenities (towels, floor mats)
Perceived poor value for money / price considered steep by several guests

Categories

Cleanliness
3.5
Multiple reviews report dirty rooms, sandy/used showers, dirty sheets, unpleasant smells and smoking odors — cleanliness is a clear weakness.
Service
9.5
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and accommodating (named receptionist praised); some isolated negative incidents, but overall service is a strong point.
Location
7.8
Centrally located and close to Norwood/Rosebank with pleasant garden views, though a few guests noted the area can feel a little shady.
Room Quality
5.2
Mixed reports: some comfortable and spacious rooms, but frequent complaints about cold rooms, noisy AC, squeaking beds, broken/no hot water and odd smells.
Amenities
5.8
Some positives (Netflix/DStv, security cameras) but recurring problems with WiFi, no hot water, geyser noise and unreliable in-room facilities.
Value for Money
5
Several guests felt the price was steep for the area and quality; one guest left despite paying for a week due to poor conditions.
Food and Beverage
6.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Overall Experience
8
Mixed overall: many guests praised staff, security and peaceful garden, but serious cleanliness and water/amenity issues caused some to leave or be disappointed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-05-22 00:23

Property Description

Discover La Orchard Hotel, your perfect oasis in Johannesburg, where comfort meets convenience!

Stunning Views and Relaxing Spaces
Enjoy breathtaking views from our terrace and serene garden areas, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploration.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor delightful meals in our on-site restaurant or order room service for added convenience. Indulge in our full breakfast available daily for a perfect start to your day!

Convenient Amenities for Every Traveler
Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Take advantage of our 24-hour business center, and unwind in our communal living room or picnic area designed for your relaxation.

Experience the best of Johannesburg at La Orchard Hotel—reserve your stay today for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.4
Based on 5 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 5.2
Amenities: 5.8
Value for Money: 5
Food and Beverage: 6.4
Overall Experience: 8
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Sipho Njiva • solo_traveller • za
8
Cons:

Shower was not clean. I informed them but it seems they are understaffed

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Vonny • couple • za
1
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Benny • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Khaya • solo_traveller • za
4
Pros:

Good and spacious place..

Cons:

A lot of noise from the air conditioning, fridge and some electric connections. The fridge is not cold enough.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Kaycee • solo_traveller • za
1
Cons:

The room was extremely cold , bathroom windows didnt close which contributed to the cold at night we froze.
The room was not clean , has a funny smell and the shower was terrible on day 2 we arrived back and it looked like someone had showered in our shower there was sand everywhere.

We decided to find other accommodation as it was not working for us despite paying for the full week .


The reason we booked is because our son is in hospital , with that being said we cant stay in dirty places and carry germs back to him during visiting hours .

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Theunissen • solo_traveller • za
1
I left the property within 40 minutes of arriving.
Pros:

The rooms look nice in the photos.

Cons:

It was dirty, noisy and suspicious handyman and staff hanging around making a noise. It did not feel safe. The handyman was also smoking weed outside my balcony and playing music loud on his phone.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Tsholofelo • solo_traveller • za
6
Pros:

The location

Cons:

There was no hot water 😔 imagine waking up to bath with cold water, so disappointed.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Tumelo • couple • za
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Setsoe • solo_traveller • za
4
Pros:

Netflix and dstv

Cons:

Squeaking old bed, dirty shower and toilet and an odd smell in the room as if someone was smoking

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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nontuthuko • couple • za
10
Pros:

The stauu AnneMarie us her name I think, she is a darling, Great to have at Reception. Everything was perfect and You have great stuff members

Cons:

The area is a little shady but perfect

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Musa • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Phila • couple • za
1
Its was a mess up stay , inside it was dirty, water damn cold , AC not working well
Pros:

I hate everything about it

Cons:

Water was cold, AC not working… blanket cold

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Deza • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Nkululeko Olwethu • couple • za
8
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
N
Nkululeko Olwethu • couple • za
8
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Luthando • couple • za
6
It’s a good place they just need to improve on little things
Pros:

The rooms are clean, beds are comfortable. Welcoming stuff at reception.

Cons:

Please improve on your intercom it’s to far from the windows driver. And you can’t keep reversing on that busy road to get closer to the intercom.

I had to jump of the vehicle to press the buzzer.
There were no bath towels and floor mats

Network is very slow in the building and had no wifi.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
R
Relebogile • couple • za
5
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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diana • family_with_children • za
7
Pros:

The place was nice and quiety,the stuff are very profesional and friendly.

Cons:

We spend a day without water on our floor but other floors had water

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
M
Mutsvas • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Thando • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee