Over The Moon Guesthouse – Family Hotel in Johannesburg | From 172$/Night

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About the Hotel

229 Frederick Drive, Northcliff, Johannesburg, South Africa

“The location offers fine city views and serene surroundings.”view full review

Rooms with Views

Over The Moon Guesthouse offers 9 large guest rooms, each with private en-suite bathrooms (separate bath and shower). Rooms include air conditioning, electronic safes, satellite TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some rooms have private balconies or ground-floor entrances. All rooms overlook the Johannesburg, Rosebank, Sandton, and Randburg skylines, with views of the world's largest man-made forest.

Dining & Events

The Wetlands Bar and Restaurant serves meals with views of roaming wildlife, including giraffes and antelopes. Breakfast is included in room rates; dinner is available upon request. The guesthouse also has a poolside venue for events (up to 25 guests), with customizable décor and catering.

Wildlife & Activities

Guests can hand-feed giraffes, ostriches, and antelopes on the 600-hectare property. Nearby, Lion and Safari Park offers guided game drives and animal interactions. The guesthouse arranges golf packages at courses like Randpark Golf Club and Eagle Canyon.

Central Location

Located in Randburg, the guesthouse is a 25-minute drive from Lanseria Airport and 35 minutes from OR Tambo Airport. It is close to Cresta Shopping Centre (2.5 km), Johannesburg Botanical Garden (3 km), and Sandton City. A free shuttle operates within a 5 km radius, including stops at local eye hospitals.

Services & Excursions

The guesthouse provides concierge assistance for tours to Soweto, Constitutional Hill, and Sandton City. Meeting rooms (517 sq ft) include Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and flip charts. Shuttle and taxi services can be arranged for transport to attractions and golf courses.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Standard King Room

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room Balcony

2 persons

45 m²

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Family Room Balcony

2 persons

60 m²

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Johannesburg 9.6 km

Airports

Rand (QRA) 28.5 km

Lanseria International (HLA) 28.5 km

Train

Fordsburg 7.4 km

Gautrain Sandton Station 9.1 km

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Gourmet Experience

“I was kinda surprised by the gourmet meals prepared by Christine. Having a simple yet exquisite dinner on short notice was a lovely touch, made my stay nice.” view full review

Fine Views

“My room was absolutely lovely! It had amazing views, made waking up every morning a delight. The decor was cozy and every detail was well thought out.” view full review

Immaculate Cleanliness

“The bathroom was impeccably clean, always a top priority for me. I found all the amenities provided to be of high quality, adding to my overall comfort during my stay.” view full review

Comfortable and Cozy

“I felt so at home in the spacious bedroom, equipped with everything I could possibly need. The attention to detail and cleanliness made it a truly enjoyable space.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Infinity pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

229 Frederick Drive, Northcliff, Johannesburg, South Africa

Map view

229 Frederick Drive, Northcliff, Johannesburg, South Africa

City landmarks

Garden

Johannesburg Botanical Garden

3.0 km

Landmark

Northcliff Ridge eco park

1.9 km

Landmark

Northcliff Hill

1.1 km

Landmark

Albert's Farm

2.1 km

Landmark

Emmarentia Dam

2.9 km

Shopping Area

Cresta Shopping Centre

2.6 km

Mall

Woolworths Verdi Centre

600 m

Landmark

North Cliff Eco Park

650 m

Landmark

Northcliff Corner

780 m

Church

Trinity Methodist Church Linden

1.0 km

Landmark

Northcliff

2.8 km

Landmark

Alberts Farm Conservancy

2.1 km

Theatre

The Barnyard Theatre

1.4 km

Landmark

Aleit Street Park

1.5 km

Landmark

Barnyard

1.5 km

Landmark

Ster-Kinekor

1.5 km

Landmark

Tonic

1.6 km

Mall

Cresta

2.0 km

Church

Northcliff Union Church

1.7 km

Zoo

Johannesburg Zoo

6.6 km

Park

Delta Park

4.0 km

Mall

Worldwear Shopping Centre

3.3 km

Church

Gereformeerde Kerk Linden

2.1 km

Church

St. Thomas' Anglican Church

2.2 km

Landmark

Mountain Fire Ministries

2.2 km

Park

Walkhaven Dog Park

2.7 km

Landmark

Cradle Moon

2.9 km

Church

Saint Charles Catholic Church

2.6 km

Landmark

Huguenot Monument

2.6 km

Park

Jan van Riebeeck Park

2.7 km

Nearby

Lucky Avenue Northcliff

Northcliff Ridge eco park

670 m

16 Joseph Avenue

Northcliff Hill

1.1 km

Mall

Woolworths Verdi Centre

600 m

Restaurants

Olivia's Coffee Bake

720 m

175 Beyers Naude Drive Northcliff

Pick n Pay Northcliff Square

1.2 km

Restaurant

Thundergun Steakhouse

1.5 km

Palala Centre

Thunder Gun

1.5 km

Restaurant

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Over The Moon Guesthouse – A Favorite for Families in Johannesburg

About the Hotel

Rooms with Views

Dining & Events

Wildlife & Activities

Central Location

Services & Excursions

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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